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26 Jan 2025 | 14:55 |
In an electrifying classic at Maracanãzinho, the FlaBasquete guaranteed their place in the semi-finals of the Super 8 Cup by beating Vasco 92-73, this Sunday (26). Shaq Johnson was the main highlight of the red-and-black team, scoring 20 points and contributing decisively to the triumph.
The Most Wanted now awaits the opponent for the next phase, which will be defined on Sunday. During During the match, several controversies occurred, such as expulsions for both sides and the Vasco team leaving the court after throwing glasses of water at the bench.
ROOM SUMMARY: FLABASQUETE SHOWED STRENGTH IN DECISIVE MOMENTS
1ST ROOM
The game started with Lucas Siewert opening the scoring for Flamengo, imposing themselves in the box. Despite a balanced start, Vasco took the lead. However, FlaBasquete quickly reacted,being efficient with three-pointers and closing the first period ahead, with 29 to 24.
2nd ROOM
In the second quarter, the dispute continued to be fierce. Vasco reduced the difference to one point and the teams alternated in the lead. Gui Deodato hit a triple ball at a crucial moment, while Balbi, with a beautiful play in the bottle, kept the Pride of the Nation in control. Flamengo went into the break leading 43 to 41.
3rd QUARTER
When it returned, the classic remained balanced, butFlaBasquete managed to stand out. Jordan Williams, with a decisive performance, scored important points, including a triple ball that put the team back ahead. A confusion on the court led to the expulsion of players on both sides, but, after the stoppage, Flamengo proved to be more consistent and ended the third quarter leading 63 to 61.
4th ROOM
The last period brought moments of tension and balance. Alexey and Jhonatan Luz added important points from the perimeter, while Jordan Williams and Shaq Johnson shined on three-pointers. A new confusion delayed the match, when a glass was thrown at a Vasco player. After the interruption, the opponent returned unmotivated, and Mengão dominated the rest of the game, securing the victory by 92 to 73.
NEXT PHASE: SEMIFINAL OF CUP SUPER 8
With the victory, the Pride of the Nation returns to the courts this Wednesday (29), at 7pm, again at Maracanãzinho, to play in the tournament's semi-final. The opponent will be defined in the next few hours, but Flamengo remains confident in its quest for the title.
Mengão wants to broadcast the tournament to its fans on YouTube, but there is still no official decision with the organizing entity.
12 Set 2025 | 11:50 |
FlaBasquete is in the final stages of preparation for the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, which will be held in Singapore on September 18-19. Amid the preseason in Europe, the club is working to increase the visibility of the sport and is negotiating the broadcast of the matches on the official Flamengo TV channel .
According to journalist Enéas Lima of the Garrafão Rubro-Negro website, Flamengo is working on an agreement with FIBA to broadcast the games. A decision has not yet been made, but the organization's official website already provides a link to the debut against NBA G-League United .
The competition brings together clubs from different continents. Flamengo is in the same group as NBA G-League United (USA) and Illawarra Hawks (Australia) . On the other side are AlAhli SC (Libya), Unicaja (Spain), and Utsunomiya Brex (Japan). Flamengo begins its quest for its third title on September 18th against the North American team, and faces the Australians the following day.
FlaBasquete games in the Intercontinental Cup:
Preparations began in Burgos, Spain, in early September. In the first friendly, Flamengo was defeated by San Pablo Burgos, 106 to 86. The team returns to the court this Friday (12), against San Sebastian, before traveling to Singapore.
FlaBasquete Schedule in Spain:
The red-black squad arrives in Madrid for two preparatory games aiming to compete in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup,
10 Set 2025 | 13:00 |
The 2025/26 FlaBasquete season begins with a commitment outside the country. This Monday (8), the red-black delegation arrived in Madrid, Spain, to play two friendlies before the FIBA Intercontinental Cup , scheduled to take place between September 18 and 21, at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Before boarding, last Saturday (6), Orgulho da Nação opened the doors of the Hélio Maurício gym, in Gávea, for an open training session that brought together hundreds of fans. After the activity, players and coaching staff thanked the Nation for its support , taking photos and signing autographs.
FlaBasquete 's first match on Spanish soil will be this Wednesday (10), at 3 pm (Brasília time), against Burgos . On Friday (12), at the same time, the team returns to the court to face San Sebastian. The games serve as immediate preparation for the world tournament.
After the two friendlies, Flamengo heads to Singapore, where they will make their FIBA Intercontinental Cup debut on September 18th at 6:00 a.m. (Brasília time) against G League United. The competition will feature continental champions and invited teams at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.
Point guards: Alexey Borges and Dee Bost.
Shooting guards: Shaq Johnson, Alex Negrete and Daniel Onwenu.
Wings: Gui Deodato and Jhonatan.
Power forwards: Marketih Cummings and Kayo Gonçalves.
Pivots: Eric Buckner, Wesley Castro and Guilherme Hubner.
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 |
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.
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