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Flamengo x Franca: where to watch live and time - game 3 of the NBB semifinal

The Most Beloved returns to the courts on Thursday night (29) in a decisive clash against the Francanos, at the Tijuca Tennis Club Gymnasium

Flamengo returns to the courts on Thursday night (29) in a decisive clash against Francanos (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
Flamengo returns to the courts on Thursday night (29) in a decisive clash against Francanos (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

29 Mai 2025 | 10:30 |

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On Thursday night (29), Flamengo returns to the courts in a clash against Franca, where they seek victory to guarantee their place in the grand final of the NBB. The game will start at 8 pm, at the Tijuca Tênis Clube Gymnasium, in Rio. See below where to watch live.


WHERE TO WATCH FLAMENGO X FRANCA LIVE


The duel between Flamengo and Franca in this semifinal is being well disputed. That's because the Francanos left everything equal in the series with the victory by 85 to 78 last Tuesday (27). The Mais Querido won the first game in Franca (SP), on Saturday (24).


Thus, the red-and-black fan who wants to watch another match of the Mais Querido in the NBB will have three options. This is because, SporTV, a closed channel, Flamengo TV+ and NBB Basquetpass, both streaming, will broadcast the duel between the teams live.

FLAMENGO AND FRANCA HAVE FACED EACH OTHER SIX TIMES IN THE CURRENT SEASON


In the current season, Flamengo and Franca have faced each other on six occasions. In addition to the series games, in the first round of the NBB, in Rio, Mais Querido won by 88 to 65. In the second round, in the interior of São Paulo, Franca won by 97 to 91. In addition, the teams also played in the semifinals of the Super 9 Cup, with a 103 to 72 victory for Flamengo. In the Champions League of the Americas, Mengo also won by 91 to 67.

CHECK OUT THE SERIES CALENDAR:

Game 1: May 24, Saturday - Franca 93 x 107 Flamengo – Pedrocão

Game 2: May 27, Tuesday – Flamengo 78 x 85 Franca – Tijuca

Game 3: May 29, Thursday, 8pm – Flamengo x Franca – Tijuca

Game 4: June 1st, Sunday, 11am – Franca x Flamengo - Pedrocão

Game 5 (if necessary): June 3, Tuesday, 9pm - Flamengo x Franca - Tijuca


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FlaBasquete coach praises reinforcement: “unusual level of leadership…”

The player arrived with promising status after great performances in Argentina and Sergio Hernández did not mince words in praising his talent.

FlaBasquete announced Alex Negrete as a new reinforcement and coach Sergio 'Oveja' Hernández praised the player - Photo: Mariana Sá/Flamengo
FlaBasquete announced Alex Negrete as a new reinforcement and coach Sergio 'Oveja' Hernández praised the player - Photo: Mariana Sá/Flamengo

06 Ago 2025 | 14:23 |

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FlaBasquete remains active in the market and announced this Tuesday (5) the signing of Argentine Alex Negrete, 24 years old, who arrives with the direct approval of coach Sergio "Oveja" Hernández . The red-black commander praised the new reinforcement and highlighted the reasons that led to the choice.


Oveja on Alex Negrete, FlaBasquete's new signing: "His mentality is extremely competitive"


According to Oveja, Negrete is more than just a talented youngster—he's an athlete with the potential to be an offensive reference and a leader in the locker room: " Negrete is a young player with a lot of energy who has been improving year after year . He has great scoring ability and demonstrates leadership skills that are unusual for his age. His mentality is extremely competitive," said the Argentine coach.


VERSATILITY IS KEY

Besides being a natural scorer, the new signing won't be limited to just one role on the court. According to Oveja, Negrete is versatile and can play in different positions on the perimeter, adapting quickly to the Brazilian basketball style: " He's ready to take a leap in his career , and Flamengo wants to capitalize on this moment. He's a versatile player who will help us a lot," he added.


REVELATION IN ARGENTINA AND MESSAGE TO THE RUBRO-NEGRA FANS

Negrete excelled at Instituto Córdoba, where he was named the Argentine League's Most Improved Player of the Year and Revelation Player of the Year. Standing at 6'4", the forward averaged 13.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 15.5 per game.

Excited about the new challenge, the player sent a message to the Flamengo fans: " Hey, Nation! I'm very happy to say that I'm now part of the Flamengo family . I'm excited to wear the Manto and step onto the court for this basketball giant. See you soon," said the new signing, in a statement on the club's official website.



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Flabasquete closes deal with Argentine standout for 2025/26

The 24-year-old winger joins the red-black squad after standing out in Argentine basketball and promises to raise the level of the team led by Sergio Hernández

Flamengo completes its basketball squad with the signing of Alex Negrete, an Argentine standout who is strengthening the team this season - photo: reproduction
Flamengo completes its basketball squad with the signing of Alex Negrete, an Argentine standout who is strengthening the team this season - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 19:33 |

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Flamengo Basketball has officially announced the arrival of another notable name for the 2025/26 season. This is Argentine winger Alex Negrete, 24 years old and 1.92m tall . With a notable stint at Instituto Córdoba in Argentina, the player is considered one of the greatest prospects in South American basketball and completes the group that will compete in major national and international competitions throughout the season.


Negrete was named the Best Young Player and Most Improved Player of the last Argentine championship. During the regular season, he led his team in scoring, averaging 13.66 points per game, along with 4.8 rebounds and a 15.5 efficiency rating.


His performance also stood out in the Basketball Champions League Americas (BCLA), with 10.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game , helping Instituto Córdoba reach the Final Four, played at Maracanãzinho, the stage of the Rubro-Negro's title in the competition.


REVELATION OF SOUTH AMERICAN BASKETBALL

The young winger has already shared his first words as a Mengão athlete: " Hey, Nation! I'm very happy to say that I'm part of the Flamengo family . I'm very excited to wear the Manto and step onto the court for this basketball giant. See you soon!"


FLAMENGO SQUAD FORMED

With Negrete's arrival, Flamengo 's roster for next season is complete. The season premiere will take place in September with the FIBA Intercontinental Championship in Singapore. The team will consist of Alexey Borges, Franco Baralle, Shaq Johnson, Alex Negrete, Daniel Onwenu, Gui Deodato, Jhonatan Luz, Markeith Cummings, Kayo Gonçalves, Ruan Miranda, and Wesley Castro.





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Flabasquete hosts the LDB stage in Gávea and debuts this Wednesday against Fortaleza

With home games in the second phase of the Basketball Development League, Mais Querido begins its journey against the northeastern tricolor

The Flabasquete U-22 team debuts in the LDB 2025 this Wednesday in Gávea against Fortaleza - photo: reproduction
The Flabasquete U-22 team debuts in the LDB 2025 this Wednesday in Gávea against Fortaleza - photo: reproduction

30 Jul 2025 | 14:00 |

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The second phase of the Basketball Development League (LDB), the main youth tournament in Brazilian basketball, began this Tuesday (29). The city of Rio de Janeiro hosts the clashes of group A.2 , with matches taking place at the Hélio Maurício gym, located at Flamengo's headquarters, in Gávea.


Flabasquete makes its competition debut this Wednesday (30), at 2 pm, against the Fortaleza team. The day's round started earlier, with CETAF facing Vasco/Tijuca at 9:30 am. This stage will be played until next Monday (5), with three games scheduled per day.


In addition to Flamengo, CETAF, Fortaleza, and Vasco/Tijuca, other teams also make up this group: Botafogo and UNIFACISA. The red-and-black club plays at home in this stage , after having participated in the first stage in São Paulo, at Paulistano.


COMPETITION SEEKS TO REVEAL TALENTS

Organized by the National Basketball League (LNB) in partnership with the Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) , the LDB's main purpose is to develop young athletes and strengthen the sport's youth ranks. The competition has been an important showcase for discovering new talent.


FLAMENGO TEAM COUNTS JEWELS

Flamengo's squad boasts promising young players such as Renato Nascimento, Leonardo Amorim Sihman, Bruno Gusmão, Jonathas Lira, Matheus Gueiros, Matheus Leoni, Anthony Reyes, Yan Marun, Israel Atademo, Emanuel Fernandes, Lucas Milchevski, and Crysthian Pena. The team is led by coach Christiano Pereira.


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