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Franca beats Flamengo in Tijuca and ties the NBB semifinal series

In a balanced duel in Rio, the São Paulo team wins 85 to 78 and ties the decisive clash that is worth a place in the final against Minas or Bauru

Franca beats Flamengo in a balanced game at Maracanãzinho, ties the NBB semifinal and increases the tension in the fight for a place in the final - photo: reproduction
Franca beats Flamengo in a balanced game at Maracanãzinho, ties the NBB semifinal and increases the tension in the fight for a place in the final - photo: reproduction

27 Mai 2025 | 23:13 |

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Flamengo was defeated by Franca this Tuesday (27), in Tijuca, in the second game of the semifinals of the New Basketball Brazil (NBB). With a final score of 85 to 78 for the visitors, the match ended in a 1-1 draw in the best-of-five series . The match was marked by balance in the four periods, but the São Paulo team knew how to make the most of the opportunities and secured the victory away from home.


RUBRO-NEGRO CAME BEHIND


The start of the match was favorable to Franca, who dominated the first quarter with a score of 26 to 21. In the second period, the Mais Querido grew on the court, winning by 15 to 14, but still went into the break with a four-point disadvantage: 40 to 36 for the visitors. The Rio de Janeiro team showed good offensive consistency , but came up against the opposing defense at crucial moments of the game.


After the break, the match remained even. Franca won the third quarter 24-23, slightly increasing their lead. In the final period, Flamengo tried to react and got closer, but saw the visitors control the decisive moments and close the quarter at 21-19. With that, São Paulo's victory was confirmed and the duel for a spot in the final remains undecided.

CONFRONTATION IS TIE


With this result, the semifinal between Flamengo and Franca is tied at 1-1. The Rio de Janeiro team will also have the advantage of playing again at Maracanãzinho, where they can try to regain the lead in the series. The classification for the NBB grand final will be decided in the next matches , and the winner will face the winner of the other semifinal between Minas and Bauru.

The third game of the semifinals will be held next Thursday (29), at 8 pm, again at Maracanãzinho, in Rio de Janeiro. Mengão seeks to regain control of the series and get closer to a spot in the final of the main national basketball competition. The expectation is for another intense clash between two of the main forces in the sport in the country.


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Flabasquete defeats Pato Basquete and secures leadership in the NBB Opening Tournament

With a 95-64 victory, Rubro-Negro confirms its place in the semifinals against Unión Santa Fé and will meet idol Franco Balbi again in Brasília.

Flamengo crushes Pato Basquete 95-64 at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson and advances to the semifinals of the NBB Opening Tournament - photo: reproduction
Flamengo crushes Pato Basquete 95-64 at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson and advances to the semifinals of the NBB Opening Tournament - photo: reproduction

01 Out 2025 | 10:36 |

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Flabasquete showed strength again this Tuesday (30) by beating Pato Basquete 95 to 64, at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson, in Brasília, in the second round of the NBB Opening Tournament. The result guaranteed Rubro-Negro the leadership of Group B and classification for the semifinal of the competition.


With the victory, the Rio de Janeiro team will face Unión Santa Fé, from Argentina, this Thursday (2), at 5:30 pm. The match will have a special ingredient: the reunion of the red-black fans with the Argentine point guard Franco Balbi , ex-Flamengo and idol of the club.


ALEX NEGRETE SHINES


The star of the night was shooting guard Alex Negrete, who led the team with 25 points and 7 rebounds, leading the game. After the game, he emphasized the importance of collective performance and the work done alongside his teammates.

"I'm very happy with the result, with the performance we played. We're working hard together as a team. I believe we're doing things well , but we'll continue to focus on improving to reach the level we aspire to," said the Argentine.


Negrete also commented on adapting to the playing style of coach Sergio Hernandez , with whom he shares a nationality. According to him, the coach has prioritized a fast, vertical pace, which favors his characteristics on the court.

FLAMENGO AGENDA

With two wins in two games, Flamengo ends the group stage as undefeated leader and is already planning its next challenges. The semifinal against Unión Santa Fé takes place on Thursday (2), at 5:30 pm. If they advance, the team will return to the court on Saturday (4) for the final. If they lose, they will play for third place.


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Flabasquete debuts with victory in the NBB Opening Tournament

Rubro-Negro beats Fortaleza 87-71 in Brasília and secures first victory in the preseason tournament, showing good team harmony

Flabasquete wins 87-71 against Fortaleza at the BRB Nilson Nelson Arena in Brasília - photo: reproduction
Flabasquete wins 87-71 against Fortaleza at the BRB Nilson Nelson Arena in Brasília - photo: reproduction

30 Set 2025 | 20:00 |

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Flabasquete began its participation in the NBB Opening Tournament with a victory over Fortaleza by 87 to 71, on Monday night (29), at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson, in Brasília. The victory marks a good start in the pre-season competition and highlights the team's initial rapport.


Point guard Alex Negrete led the team with 18 points . Alexey Borges also stood out with 16 points and 7 assists, while power forward Kayo Gonçalves contributed 12 points and 4 rebounds.


ENGAGEMENT AND PREPARATION


After the match, Kayo Gonçalves emphasized the importance of the tournament for the squad's chemistry and cohesion. " This tournament will be very important for us to get some experience, to have more contact with the game. It's extremely important for us coming off the World Cup, which was a different kind of preparation ," he said before concluding.

" We're going to use these games to get to know each other better on the court and build the chemistry that will lead us to better results when the season starts ," said the Flamengo power forward.


FLAMENGO'S NEXT CHALLENGE

Flamengo returns to the court this Tuesday (30), at 5:30 pm, to face Pato Basquete, again at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson. Just like the debut, entry will be free and the broadcast will be provided by Metrópoles, on YouTube.



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Flabasquete debuts in the NBB Opening Tournament this Monday (29)

With free entry and broadcast on YouTube, Rubro-Negro begins participation in a competition that brings together 12 teams against Fortaleza

Flamengo faces Fortaleza in the debut of the NBB Opening Tournament in Brasília, with free entry and exclusive broadcast on YouTube - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Fortaleza in the debut of the NBB Opening Tournament in Brasília, with free entry and exclusive broadcast on YouTube - photo: reproduction

29 Set 2025 | 19:29 |

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Flabasquete debuts this Monday (29) in the NBB Opening Tournament, a competition that marks the pre-season of national basketball. Rubro-Negro faces Fortaleza at 8 pm, at Arena BRB Nilson Nelson, in Brasília , with free entry for fans and exclusive broadcast on Metrópoles' YouTube channel.


Next, Flamengo returns to the court this Tuesday (30), at 5:30 pm, to face Pato Basquete, also in Brasília. In its second edition, the NBB Opening Tournament has the participation of 12 teams , organized into four groups with three teams each. In the initial phase, the matches are played in a single round.


The group leaders advance to the title game , while the second-place teams play for 5th through 8th place. Third-place teams compete for 9th through 12th place. This means each team is guaranteed at least four matches, regardless of their final standings.


COACH HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE OF THE TOURNAMENT

The club's coach, Sérgio Hernandez , emphasized the importance of the competition in the preparation process for the New Basketball Brazil. " It's a great opportunity for us to compete in this competition . Each team is guaranteed four games, regardless of their position in the first phase. And that's perfect; it's ideal for the stage of preparation we're in," the coach stated.


He also emphasized that the competition contributes to the team's collective development: " We're coming off an extremely tough start to the season, like the Club World Cup . Now we're entering a reality that's a little more similar to what we'll experience in the NBB. This will allow us to continue maturing as a team, both through the games we'll play, the training sessions we'll have there, and the week-long experience together. All of this will contribute significantly to the team's growth," he added.


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