The Pride of the Nation got off to a strong start in the NBB CAIXA final playoff. In a tight match, Flamengo defeated Bauru 83-77, taking a 1-0 lead in the series and now faces their opponents in Rio de Janeiro – Thursday (17:10 PM) and Saturday (14:10 PM) – at Arena Carioca II. Tickets for the finals are on sale now. click here to secure.
Highlights
Olivinha - 16 points and six rebounds
Marcelinho - four assists
1st bedroom
Playing in Marília, a city near Bauru, the home team tried to set the pace in the opening minutes. With good shooting and forcing the defense, Bauru opened up a lead and closed the first ten minutes with a five-point lead, 19-14.
2st bedroom
In the second quarter, the Pride of the Nation grew in the game. By varying their plays, defending tightly, and displaying great determination, Flamengo closed out the period with a four-point deficit, closing the period 24-20, and reducing the lead to one point before halftime.
3st bedroom
The third period of the match was the most evenly matched. With both teams hitting shots for two and three points, the period was a back-and-forth affair, with the score alternating. Bauru held the narrowest lead, making it 23-22 in the fourth quarter, and took the decision to the final ten minutes, winning by two points.
4st bedroom
At the decisive moment, the Pride of the Nation surged. In the opening minutes, they took a 13-0 lead, held the lead throughout, and held on to their advantage. Even with Bauru's comeback in the final three minutes, Marcelinho, Olivinha, Ramon, and the entire team controlled the game. A highlight was Rafael Mineiro's beautiful block near the end of the match. With a 23-15 lead, Flamengo took the fourth, the game, and brought the advantage back to Rio de Janeiro.
And now?
Flamengo plays its next two games in Rio de Janeiro with the support of the nation. With a 1-0 record in the series, it needs two more wins to win another NBB CAIXA title.
Highlights
Olivinha - 16 points and six rebounds
Marcelinho - four assists
1st bedroom
Playing in Marília, a city near Bauru, the home team tried to set the pace in the opening minutes. With good shooting and forcing the defense, Bauru opened up a lead and closed the first ten minutes with a five-point lead, 19-14.
2st bedroom
In the second quarter, the Pride of the Nation grew in the game. By varying their plays, defending tightly, and displaying great determination, Flamengo closed out the period with a four-point deficit, closing the period 24-20, and reducing the lead to one point before halftime.
3st bedroom
The third period of the match was the most evenly matched. With both teams hitting shots for two and three points, the period was a back-and-forth affair, with the score alternating. Bauru held the narrowest lead, making it 23-22 in the fourth quarter, and took the decision to the final ten minutes, winning by two points.
4st bedroom
At the decisive moment, the Pride of the Nation surged. In the opening minutes, they took a 13-0 lead, held the lead throughout, and held on to their advantage. Even with Bauru's comeback in the final three minutes, Marcelinho, Olivinha, Ramon, and the entire team controlled the game. A highlight was Rafael Mineiro's beautiful block near the end of the match. With a 23-15 lead, Flamengo took the fourth, the game, and brought the advantage back to Rio de Janeiro.
And now?
Flamengo plays its next two games in Rio de Janeiro with the support of the nation. With a 1-0 record in the series, it needs two more wins to win another NBB CAIXA title.
The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo adult basketball team relies on direct funding from its sponsors – SKY and Estácio – in addition to investments from Tim via the State Sports Incentive Law/State Secretariat for Sports, Leisure and Youth (ICMS).