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Former Flamengo player shines as Brazil defeats Argentina to win the Americup basketball title
01 Set 2025 | 14:11
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09 Mai 2024 | 08:45 |
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The Flamengo brand continues to be well known around the world and has aroused the interest of several athletes, one of them being the NBA star, Jimmy Butler, from the Miami Heat (USA). The star of the competition confirmed his desire to defend the Sacred Mantle before retiring.
"The Miami Heat jersey will be the last one I wear in the NBA, that's for sure. But after that, I really want to play for Flamengo. I tell everyone that I'm half Brazilian", said Jimmy Butler, this Wednesday (08).
JIMMY'S CAREER
Even though he hasn't won the NBA title at least once, Jimmy Butler is one of the main players in the North American basketball league. He is considered an "All-Star" and has been called up for the All-Star Game frequently, the last opportunities being in 2020 and 2022. The 34-year-old shooting guard was already champion of the Olympic Games in 2016, in Rio de Janeiro, with the United States.
Jimmy began his career with the Chicago Bulls (USA), where he remained until 2017, when he was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves (USA). Soon after, the player played for the Philadelphia 76ers (USA), before arriving at the Miami Heat.
CURRENT SEASON
In the current season, Jimmy averaged 20.8 points, five rebounds and five assists, in addition to 49% shooting on the court. Thus, the shooting guard was one of those responsible for the Miami Heat's campaign to advance to the NBA playoffs.
HIGH SALARY
To be able to play for Flamengo, Jimmy Butler would have to drastically reduce your salary. This is because the NBA star receives 45.1 million dollars (R$ 230 million at current prices) per season in the current franchise. The player still has two more years on his contract, in which he will receive 48.7 million (R$ 247 million) and 52.4 million (R$ 275 million in 2024/25 and 2025/26.
Mengão heads to Spain again, where he begins preparations for the NBB, BCLA and FIBA Club World Cup, seeking to return to the top.
07 Set 2025 | 15:46 |
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Flamengo continues its preparations for the official basketball season , which promises an intense calendar. Before heading to Spain, where it will carry out pre-season training and, subsequently, compete in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup , the red-black squad received the affection of the Nation this Saturday (06).
The Hélio Maurício Gymnasium was packed with fans watching the morning's activities . After practice, the players welcomed the crowd with photos and autographs, strengthening their connection with the fans before the trip to the European continent.
Flamengo will travel to Europe next Monday (08) and will begin training the following day. The first friendly will be on Wednesday (10), against San Pablo Burgos (ESP). Two days later, on Friday (12), the team will face San Sebastián (ESP).
Next, the red-and-black delegation travels to Singapore, where they will compete in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup , a tournament in which the club is seeking its third championship. The Mais Querido won the title in 2014, beating Maccabi Tel Aviv, and in 2022 , beating San Pablo Burgos.
After the Intercontinental Cup, Flamengo faces a marathon of competitions throughout the year . The calendar includes the New Basketball Brazil (NBB), the Champions League of the Americas, and the Super 8 Cup, cementing another high-level season for the Pride of the Nation.
Mengão confirmed on social media the departure of Jordan Williams and Matheus Leoni and the winger signed with Minas, while the playmaker leaves the club without a contract
05 Set 2025 | 17:16 |
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Flamengo basketball said goodbye to two players this Wednesday (4). Jordan Williams and Matheus Leoni are no longer part of the red-black squad and had their departure confirmed through official social media. “ FlaBasquete says goodbye and thanks Jordan Williams and Matheus Leoni for their dedication and achievements with Regata Sagrada. Thanks, my dears! ”, the club posted.
Forward Jordan William has agreed to transfer to Minas Gerais, Flabasquete 's direct rival on the national stage. During his time with the Rio de Janeiro team, he averaged 12 points and four rebounds per game , making him one of the standout players on the roster.
Meanwhile, Matheus Leoni has yet to decide his future in Brazilian basketball. The point guard left FlaBasquete after his contract ended and has already said goodbye to his former teammates. As of now, there has been no agreement with another team.
Even with the roster changes, the Rubro-Negro is already preparing for its debut in the New Basketball Brazil (NBB). The team takes the court on October 18th, against Bauru, at the Panela de Pressão Gymnasium in São Paulo.
The FlaBasquete squad will travel to Burgos, Spain, on September 7th , where they will begin preparing for the season with training and friendlies against local teams, the same logistics used in the club's last official season.
Mais Querido announces the specific signing of two experienced pivots to cover important absences in the competition in Singapore, between September 18th and 21st.
01 Set 2025 | 14:24 |
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Flamengo basketball team confirmed the arrival of Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner to bolster the key for the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, which will be played in Singapore from September 18th to 21st. The signings were made on a one-off basis, as the team deals with significant losses in its roster.
Negotiations became necessary after Ruan Miranda 's injury, which tore his anterior cruciate ligament during the AmeriCup, while playing for the Brazilian national team. Another absence is Taya Gallizzi, who has not yet recovered from the injury suffered in the last NBB CAIXA tournament . The team will also be without Franco Baralle, who underwent ankle surgery following an accident earlier this month.
At 35, Eric Buckner has built a solid career in European and Asian leagues. A former Georgia State player, he held the school's record for blocks and was named Georgia Men's College Player of the Year in 2012. As a professional, he played in Turkey, France, Greece, Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Lithuania, most notably for Monaco, Türk Telekom, Zenit, and Zalgiris Kaunas. In 2022, he won the VTB United League title.
Guilherme Hubner, 38, is a well-known figure in Brazilian basketball, recently surpassing the 500-game mark in the NBB CAIXA. He was MVP of the 2017/18 Finals for Paulistano/CORPe, averaging 11.8 points and 6.2 rebounds . He has also played for Unifacisa, KTO Minas, Limeira, and Liga Sorocabana. In 2022, he represented Unifacisa in the South American League, averaging 11.2 points and 6.4 rebounds.
Coach Sergio Hernández emphasized the importance of the signings given the losses suffered: "Erick Buckner and Guilherme Hubner are coming to help us in Singapore. They are two very experienced pivots, accustomed to all types of competition, all types of situations. They will be very important," said the coach.
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