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Flamengo idol exalts Brazil's result in basketball at the Olympics and cites internal fights

Olivinha spoke about behind the scenes of the Brazilian team

Photo: Reproduction/CBB
Photo: Reproduction/CBB

07 Ago 2024 | 07:43 |

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This past Tuesday (7), the Brazilian basketball team lost to the United States 122-87 in the quarterfinals of the Olympic Games. Olivinha, Flamengo's idol and former Brazilian national team player, opened the game after the Brazilians were eliminated.


“Looking on the positive side: we were among the top eight at the Olympics. This, without sponsorship, a coach who has no salary, a fight between the confederation and the national league and little investment in the youth categories. Imagine if we get it together a little, where can we get?”, wrote Olivinha.


Olivinha believes that the fight between the Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) and the National Basketball League (LNB) is hindering the selection from Brazil. This is because the two organizations are going through bureaucratic disagreements about carrying out the NBB. Thus, the lack of agreement is one of the points that keep sponsors away even from the national team.


COACH WITHOUT SALARY

The Mais Querido idol also commented that Croatian coach Aleksandar Petrović does not receives fixed salaries in the Brazilian team, which is one of the points that hinders Brazil's possible growth in the sport. However, Olivinha praised the country's final result.


BRAZIL'S CAMPAIGN

Brazil finished third in Group B of the Olympic Games, with victory against Japan and defeats against France and Germany. Thus, the Brazilian team faced the United States in the quarterfinals and lost 122 to 87, ending its participation among the eight best in the world.


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Flabasquete announces two more reinforcements for the World Cup

Mais Querido announces the specific signing of two experienced pivots to cover important absences in the competition in Singapore, between September 18th and 21st.

Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner reinforce Flabasquete only in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup - photo: Flamengo
Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner reinforce Flabasquete only in the FIBA Intercontinental Cup - photo: Flamengo

01 Set 2025 | 14:24 |

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Flamengo basketball team confirmed the arrival of Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner to bolster the key for the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, which will be played in Singapore from September 18th to 21st. The signings were made on a one-off basis, as the team deals with significant losses in its roster.


Negotiations became necessary after Ruan Miranda 's injury, which tore his anterior cruciate ligament during the AmeriCup, while playing for the Brazilian national team. Another absence is Taya Gallizzi, who has not yet recovered from the injury suffered in the last NBB CAIXA tournament . The team will also be without Franco Baralle, who underwent ankle surgery following an accident earlier this month.


ERIC BUCKNER ARRIVES WITH EXPERIENCE


At 35, Eric Buckner has built a solid career in European and Asian leagues. A former Georgia State player, he held the school's record for blocks and was named Georgia Men's College Player of the Year in 2012. As a professional, he played in Turkey, France, Greece, Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Lithuania, most notably for Monaco, Türk Telekom, Zenit, and Zalgiris Kaunas. In 2022, he won the VTB United League title.

GUILHERME HUBNER IS A REFERENCE IN THE NBB


Guilherme Hubner, 38, is a well-known figure in Brazilian basketball, recently surpassing the 500-game mark in the NBB CAIXA. He was MVP of the 2017/18 Finals for Paulistano/CORPe, averaging 11.8 points and 6.2 rebounds . He has also played for Unifacisa, KTO Minas, Limeira, and Liga Sorocabana. In 2022, he represented Unifacisa in the South American League, averaging 11.2 points and 6.4 rebounds.

COACH SERGIO HERNÁNDEZ HIGHLIGHTS REINFORCEMENTS

Coach Sergio Hernández emphasized the importance of the signings given the losses suffered: "Erick Buckner and Guilherme Hubner are coming to help us in Singapore. They are two very experienced pivots, accustomed to all types of competition, all types of situations. They will be very important," said the coach.


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Former Flamengo player shines as Brazil defeats Argentina to win the Americup basketball title

The Brazilian team defeated the Argentines in a balanced final and secured another continental title, with the brilliance of Yago Santos and Bruno Caboclo.

Brazil defeats Argentina 55-47, winning the Americup basketball championship for the fifth time and confirming its victorious streak under Petrovic - photo: reproduction
Brazil defeats Argentina 55-47, winning the Americup basketball championship for the fifth time and confirming its victorious streak under Petrovic - photo: reproduction

01 Set 2025 | 14:11 |

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The Brazilian men's basketball team lifted the Americup trophy this Sunday (31), in Managua, Nicaragua. The team led by Croatian Aleksandar Petrovic defeated Argentina 55-47 and secured the fifth title in its history in the tournament. The achievement came a day after the thrilling victory against the United States in the semifinal.


The match started intensely, with both teams playing offensively. Brazil took a 7-3 lead and closed the first quarter with a 16-15 lead, fueled by Guilherme Deodato, who scored nine points . From the second quarter onward, former Flabasquete player Yago Santos and Bruno Caboclo took center stage. The point guard scored nine points before halftime, while the center contributed eight, giving Brazil a seven-point lead: 31-24.


ARGENTINA REACTS IN THE SECOND HALF


After the break, the national team had an 11-point lead, but struggled offensively and missed good opportunities to widen the gap. Argentina reduced the deficit to six points and ratcheted up the tension.

In the final quarter, more focused, Brazil regained control and achieved the biggest difference of the final, 12 points (48 x 36). Despite the Argentine pressure, Petrovic's team showed defensive solidity and confirmed the victory.


EX-FLAMENGO SHINES IN THE FINAL

Yago Santos, also known as 'Monstrinho' during his time at Flamengo , led the final with 14 points, while Bruno Caboclo had 11 points and seven rebounds. For Argentina, Francisco Caffaro stood out with 11 points.


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Flabasquete confirms injury of important player and athlete becomes doubtful for the World Cup

The center tore his ligament during the AmeriCup, and the Mais Querido board hired Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner as replacements for the tournament in Singapore.

Ruan Miranda suffers a serious injury and is out for Flamengo's Intercontinental Cup. The club announces reinforcements Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner - photo: reproduction
Ruan Miranda suffers a serious injury and is out for Flamengo's Intercontinental Cup. The club announces reinforcements Eric Buckner and Guilherme Hubner - photo: reproduction

30 Ago 2025 | 20:00 |

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Flabasquete confirmed that center Ruan Miranda ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee during a match with the Brazilian National Team in the AmeriCup , held in Nicaragua. The player is being monitored by the medical department of the Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB).


The club issued a statement expressing regret for the incident and wishing the athlete a speedy recovery. Ruan joins Franco Baralle, who suffered an accident earlier this month, and Taya Gallizzi, recovering from an injury suffered in the last NBB tournament , among the confirmed absences for the international competition.


FLAMENGO CONFIRMS SIGNINGS


To fill the gaps, the club's management has signed two key reinforcements: American center Eric Buckner and Brazilian Guilherme Hubner. Both are arriving exclusively for the tournament in Singapore.

Buckner, 33, has extensive experience in European and Asian basketball, having played for clubs in Turkey, France, Greece, Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Lithuania, including Monaco, Türk Telekom, Zenit, and Zalgiris Kaunas . Among his titles is the 2022 VTB United League. He will wear the number 5 jersey.


Hubner, who stands at 7 feet tall, has a long history in the NBB , where he recently surpassed the 500-game mark. The center was MVP of the 2017/18 NBB Finals for Paulistano and has played for Minas, Limeira, Liga Sorocabana, and Unifacisa, his last team . He will wear number 77 at the World Cup.

COACH SERGIO HERNÁNDEZ HIGHLIGHTS REINFORCEMENTS

Coach Sergio Hernández emphasized the importance of the signings given the losses suffered: "Erick Buckner and Guilherme Hubner are coming to help us in Singapore. They are two very experienced pivots, accustomed to all types of competition, all types of situations. They will be very important ," he said before concluding.

"We had the setback of Baralle and Ruan's injuries at the beginning of the season, but I thank the Flamengo board who gave all the support to the athletes and promptly sought replacements for the World Cup, which is already very close. We needed to act quickly and we did. Now the preparation begins with the full squad for the 18th (Flamengo's debut in the competition), with twelve adults. Let's move forward," he concluded.


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