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BACK TO THE TOP OF BASKETBALL! FLAMENGO RESUMES LEADERSHIP OF NBB; CHECK THE CLASSIFICATION
Check out everything about the last week of the national basketball elite
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With ten games remaining until the end of the regular season, Flamengo regained the lead in the NBB classification after a week with Minas' stumble. The teams have been fighting for the top of the table since the beginning of the season. But, with the Minas Gerais team's defeat to São Paulo, Franca also gained a position. Check out everything that happened in the last week of Novo Basquete Brasil.
To return to the top of the NBB classification, Flamengo won its two commitments of the week. Both, in fact, away from home. On Thursday, they beat Cerrado in a tough game. On Saturday, it was time to beat Brasília with a packed gym. This is because the BRB Nilson Nelson Arena received 11 thousand fans.
Minas, in turn, only played one match. Even playing at home, they were surpassed by São Paulo. The São Paulo tricolor has been on the rise this season and achieved a great triumph at the UniBH Arena. So, it was the third setback for the Minas Gerais team playing at home. With the defeat, they fell to third place.
Franca, who had fewer games than their direct rivals, played three matches in the last seven days. And he beat them all. The first two matches, against Pinheiros and Corinthians, were away from home. Closing the busy week, the current NBB champion overcame Pato Basquete without difficulty at Pedrocão.
But one of the main duels in national basketball last week was between Bauru and Vasco. The teams, which have similar campaigns, faced each other at the Pressure Cooker Gym. The Rio club then got the better of it and forced the São Paulo team's first defeat at home in the current season. Bauru, after all, had won 11 home games, but ended up being defeated by the Cruz-Maltino team. Thus, Vasco consolidated itself in fourth place in the NBB.
It is also worth highlighting São José's good performances. The team started the season very well, but dropped in production. Now, he played good games again and came away with two victories. With a century-old score, they beat União Corinthians, at home. The match was marked by the historic performance of point guard Diego Figueredo, who scored 41 points. As a result, it broke the current campaign's points record and reached the ninth highest score in the league's history.
Finally, the NBB week had the majestic classic. São Paulo and Corinthians faced each other at Morumbi. The tricolor had achieved great results against Minas, while the black and white team had been surpassed by Franca. However, the one who came out on top was Timão. In fact, it was Corinthians' first victory at their rival's home in the history of the NBB.
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Daniel Onwenu returns to Brazil and is the new addition to Flabasquete
Having started his career at Paulistano, Onwenu played for Corinthians from 2022 to 2024, and was a standout for the São Paulo club; He then went to the G-League
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FlaBasquete announces the arrival of 22-year-old forward Daniel Onwenu for the 2025/26 season. The young athlete returns to Brazilian basketball after standing out abroad — he played for Capitanes de la Ciudad de México, of the G-League, the NBA's development league.
Daniel Onwenu on his arrival at Flamengo: "We will continue to seek new achievements and strengthen this great history that the club has"
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Having started his career at Paulistano, Onwenu played for Corinthians from 2022 to 2024, and was a standout for the São Paulo club during the season. The next step was the G-League, where he played for Capitanes de la Ciudad de México. In Mexico, Daniel improved his game, gaining international experience and maturity, elements that Flamengo is looking for to strengthen its perimeter.
Standing at 1.98m tall, Onwenu is a versatile winger who combines mobility, creative ability and good reading of the game. His arrival at Pride of the Nation brings youth, growth potential and experience in high-level competitions.
WITH THE WORD...
The winger spoke about his return to the country and the opportunity to play for Flamengo. “I am very happy to be back in the Brazilian Championship, and very proud to be part of this group and wear this red-and-black shirt. We will continue to seek new achievements and strengthen this great history that the club has,” said the new signing.
Daniel Onwenu joins Alexey Borges, Shaq Johnson, Gui Deodato, Jhonatan Luz, Kayo Gonçalves, Ruan Miranda and Wesley Castro as the names confirmed for the next season of red-black basketball.
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Come on, come on! Wesley Castro is the new addition to FlaBasquete
Born in Belo Horizonte, the pivot began his career in 2013 at Pinheiros and gained experience at clubs such as Minas, Corinthians and Mogi
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Flamengo confirms the arrival of pivot Wesley Castro , who will wear the Sacred Mantle in the 2025/26 season . The 29-year-old athlete arrives after a remarkable stint at Franca, where he stood out in the NBB and in international tournaments.
Wesley on the deal: "I'm very happy to be able to wear the Flamengo shirt"
MEET THE NEW REINFORCEMENT
Born in the city of Belo Horizonte, Wesley Castro began his career in 2013 at Pinheiros and gained experience at clubs such as Minas, Corinthians and Mogi das Cruzes before landing at Franca. At the São Paulo club, he was a key player in the team's fourth NBB championship, averaging 10.1 points and 4.3 rebounds.
In addition, he won the FIBA Intercontinental Cup in 2023 and shone in Franca's last two seasons — including his return after a brief stint in Mexico — returning with a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds in his return.
With an imposing physical presence (2.02 m), good efficiency in the paint and solid defense, the pivot represents an important addition to Flamengo 's rotation , adding strength and experience in decisive games, especially at the end of the season.
GIANT WITH THE WORD
The new Flamengo player spoke about the opportunity to represent the club. “It is a great pleasure to be part of this team in the 25/26 season. I am very happy to be able to wear the Flamengo shirt, a club with a lot of tradition in the sport, and I hope to be able to add to this huge history that this club carries wherever it goes” , said Wesley.
Wesley Castro joins Alexey Borges, Gui Deodato, Jhonatan Luz, Shaq Johnson, Kayo Gonçalves and Ruan Miranda as the names confirmed for the next season of red-black basketball and who promise to bring joy to the fans.
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Shaq renews his contract with Pride of the Nation and the American sniper continues at Flabasquete
After standing out last season, the winger will continue wearing the Mantle in the 25/26 season, where he will continue to seek titles and great performances with the mantle.
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The reinforcement who arrived with impact and began to write his history at the club remains at Flamengo ! Shaquille Johnson had his contract renewed for the 2025/26 season, maintaining the presence of the North American winger in the red-black squad.
Shaq on renewal: 'It's an honor to wear these colors'
IMPORTANT PIECE
Signed for the 2024/25 season, Shaq quickly earned his place on the team. Last season, in addition to his significant participation in the rotation, the winger was an important part of the team's conquests of the Super 8 Cup and the Basketball Champions League Americas.
The athlete helped Flamengo secure a spot in the Intercontinental Cup. With an average of 11.2 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 41 games for the NBB, Shaq brought offensive talent and explosiveness.
Shaq spoke about his expectations for the new season and valued the opportunity to continue defending Mengão:
“The expectation is to continue what we started last year, both as a team and individually. We will have the chance to compete in four different competitions, and that is the most special thing about playing for a club like Flamengo . It is an honor to wear these colors and represent them in the best way possible,” said the winger.
ANOTHER RENEWAL
With the renewal signed, Shaq Johnson joins Alexey Borges, Gui Deodato, Jhonatan Luz, Kayo Gonçalves and Ruan Miranda as the names confirmed for the very tough next season of red-black basketball.
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