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FLAMENGO X BOTAFOGO: CHECK THE DATES, TIMES AND TRANSMISSIONS FOR THE NBB PLAYOFFS
Mais Querido will decide the match playing at Maracanãzinho
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On the night of this past Sunday (14), the Pride of the Nation was overcome by Quimsa (ARG), in the final of the Champions League of the Americas. However, Mais Querido will not have time to regret the runner-up, as he is already focusing on the NBB playoffs, against Botafogo. Thus, the organization organizing the competition released the dates, times and broadcasts for the games.
The first match is scheduled for next Saturday (20), at 7:30 pm, at Oscar Zelaya, with field command from Botafogo. Soon after, the teams will face each other on Friday (26) of the following week, at 9 pm. If necessary, the third confrontation will be on the 28th, at 6pm. All broadcasts will be on SporTV, on the closed channel, and on NBB BasquetePass, on streaming.
TEAM CAMPAIGN:
The Flamengo finished the first NBB phase in the lead with 67 points. During this period, the Mais Querido won 31 wins in 36 games, finishing with 86% success. Botafogo was 16th in the classification. The rival team finished the competition with 28% success rate.
CHECK THE DATES, TIMES AND TRANSMISSIONS OF FLAMENGO X BOTAFOGO:
Game 1: 20/ 04 (Saturday) – 7:30 pm – Botafogo x Flamengo – Oscar Zelaya – SporTV and NBB BasquetPass
Game 2: 26/04 (Friday) – 9 pm – Flamengo x Botafogo – Maracanãzinho – SporTV and NBB BasquetPass< /p>
Game 3(*): 04/28 (Sunday) – 6pm – Flamengo x Botafogo – Maracanãzinho – SporTV and NBB BasquetPass
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Flabasquete is getting closer to an agreement with Franca's star player - check it out
Mais Querido is undergoing a major overhaul for the new season and has already reached agreements with other athletes.
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After announcing the departure of three athletes , Flamengo continues to keep an eye on the basketball market and is close to signing Wesley Castro, Franca's pivot . Thus, the player should be announced soon by Mais Querido.
According to information from the profile "Garrafão Rubro-Negro", specialized in Flamengo basketball news, negotiations with Wesley are "99% complete".
WESLEY'S HISTORY
Wesley Castro was one of Franca's standout players last season. The athlete finished as NBB champion for the São Paulo club, and was important for the team to win the trophy. Wesley averaged 10.1 points during the last edition of Novo Basquete Brasil, in addition to adding 4.3 rebounds.
Wesley has international experience, which could be a factor in helping Mais Querido. Before arriving at Franca in 2024, the pivot played for Panteras de Aguascalientes, from Mexico. In the Mexican league, his performance was satisfactory: 10.9 points per game , 5.2 rebounds and 59.2% accuracy in two-point shots.
FLABASQUETE UNDERGOES REFORMULATION
Therefore, Wesley's arrival may not be the only one for the season. This is because Flamengo is also close to announcing the signings of Daniel Onwenu, ex-Corinthians, and Franco Baralle, who played for the Argentine national team.
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Barca! Flabasquete announces the departure of 3 athletes
Mengã promotes changes after winning the Champions of the Americas and confirms the departure of stars from the squad before the World Cup
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Even after winning yet another continental title, Flamengo announced the departure of three important athletes from its basketball squad: Franco Balbi, Lucas Siewert and Luan Rodrigues. The information was officially released by the club on social media , as a token of gratitude for the services provided by the players with the Sacred Mantle.
The move occurred after the elimination in the semifinals of the New Basketball Brazil (NBB) against Franca , who ended up winning the competition. The performance below expectations raised alarm bells within the basketball department, prompting a series of changes for the next season.
FRANCO BALBI SAYS GOODBYE TO FLABASQUETE
One of the names that stands out the most on this list of departures is Franco Balbi . The Argentine point guard, in his second stint at the club, played a fundamental role as a leader and strategist on the court . He was a key player in winning the Champions League of the Americas on two occasions (2020/21 and 2024/25).
Balbi also has important titles such as two NBBs (2018/19 and 2020/21), two Super 8 Cups (2018 and 2021) and three State Cups (2018, 2019 and 2020), consolidating his victorious trajectory with Flamengo . His departure marks the end of a successful cycle and makes room for new names in the squad.
LUAN RODRIGUES AND LUCAS SIEWERT LEAVE THE TEAM
In addition to Balbi, the club also chose not to renew the contracts of Luan Rodrigues and Lucas Siewert. Despite having less time at the club, both athletes contributed at important moments in the season and are recognized for their dedication and tactical discipline.
Another name leaving the team is Argentine pivot Tayavek Gallizzi. With outstanding performances in the Champions League and Super 8, Gallizzi was a complementary piece in the red-black paint, ensuring physical strength and solidity in defense, even without being an absolute starter.
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Former Flamengo player, Anderson Varejão opens up about joining the team: "It was a personal achievement..."
The former pivot declared his love for Mais Querido and spoke about the reason he chose Rubro-Negro to defend after playing for major franchises
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Anderson Varejão , former pivot and retired since 2021, declared his commitment to Flamengo. After spending almost his entire career abroad, the player returned to Brazil already in the spotlight in 2017. The athlete's first choice was Mais Querido, and even with little time at the club, he won the Campeonato Carioca, NBB and Copa Super 8.
VAREJÃO DECLARES HIMSELF TO FLAMENGO
When talking about his return to Flamengo, Varejão treated his time at Mais Querido as a personal achievement, precisely because it is his favorite team. He also emphasizes that it is not always that professional athletes get this opportunity, especially when playing for so long outside the country.
Anderson Varejão talks about returning to Flamengo: "Playing for Flamengo was very different for me".
He continued: "It's a massive shirt, the biggest fan base in Brazil. It's my favorite team. It was a personal achievement to defend my team. Not everyone can say that ," Varejão told "ge".
WINNING TITLES WITH THE MANTLE
Even though he had played for major franchises such as the Cleveland Cavaliers (USA) and the Golden State Warriors, Varejão was certain that the best option was to fulfill his dream of playing for Flamengo . To top it all off, he won titles and became an idol of the nation.
"Several players didn't make it, but I did it at the end of my career. I had offers from Europe, from other NBA teams, and had close conversations, but I thought it was better to play in Brazil. I was champion of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil. It was a successful stint ," Varejão added.
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