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Flamengo restructures its basketball squad with reinforcements and renewals for the World Cup
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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
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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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With Flabasquete players, check out the full list of players called up for the Brazilian national team
With the Flamengo basketball team standing out, the Brazilian Basketball Confederation calls on athletes for friendlies in China ahead of the 2028 Games.
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The Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) announced this week the names of the athletes selected to represent Brazil in the Solidarity Cup, a friendly tournament that will take place in China between July 24th and 31st. Among the 12 players selected are two players linked to Flamengo: power forward Kayo Gonçalves and the recently signed Daniel Onwenu.
The competition, with five scheduled matches, will serve as a platform for developing new talent and will be used as a preparatory stage for the Olympic cycle leading up to Los Angeles 2028. The team will be led by Rodrigo Carlos da Silva, while the national team's head coach, Aleksandar Petrovic, will be out of this role.
FLAMENGO PLAYERS
At 26, Kayo Gonçalves returned to Flamengo last season after a stint in the club's youth academy. Last year, he averaged 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds, contributing significantly to the BCLA (Basketball Champions League Americas) and Copa Super 8 titles.
Daniel Onwenu, 25 , is one of FlaBasquete 's newest prospects. Recently signed, the winger has played for Paulistano, Corinthians, and the G-League, the NBA's development league. His physical and technical qualities promise to further enhance the Rio de Janeiro team's offensive rotation.
CALLING BRINGS YOUNG AND VARIED NAMES
Elinho Corazza – point guard
Caio Pacheco – point guard
Pedro Figueiredo – shipowner
João Gluck – wing/point guard
Daniel Onwenu – forward/point guard
Pedro Pastre – wing/point guard
Victão – wing
Daniel Von Haydin – wing
Gabriel Jaú – wing/center
Rafael Paulichi – power forward/center
Kayo Gonçalves – power forward/center
Bernardo da Silva – pivot
The Brazilian national team's official calendar includes the following matches:
July 26 – Brazil vs. New Zealand – 6:30 am
July 27 – Brazil vs Montenegro – 8:45 am
July 28 – Brazil vs. Guangdong – 8:45 am
July 30 – Brazil vs. New Zealand – 6:30 am
07/31 – Opponent to be defined
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FlaBasquete will have two athletes called up to defend the Brazilian national team
Kayo Gonçalves and Daniel Onwenu will represent Mais Querido in an international friendly tournament focusing on the Olympic cycle until 2028
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The Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB) announced this week the list of athletes called up to compete in the Solidarity Cup, an international friendly tournament that will take place in China between July 24 and 31. Two Flamengo players, power forward Kayo Gonçalves and the recently signed Daniel Onwenu , are among those chosen to wear the Brazilian National Team jersey.
With five matches scheduled, the competition will serve as a platform for young talent and will provide training for athletes who could join the national squad in the cycle leading up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Head coach Aleksandar Petrovic will not lead the team at this stage ; that role will be taken over by Rodrigo Carlos da Silva.
FLABASQUETE FEATURED
At 26, Kayo Gonçalves is a product of Flamengo's youth academy and returned to the club last season. Averaging 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds, he played a key role in the BCLA and Copa Super 8 victories, earning a contract extension through the 2025/26 season.
Daniel Onwenu, 25, was recently announced as a new addition to the team. Having played for Paulistano, Corinthians, and the G-League—the NBA's development league—the winger brings physical and technical characteristics to Mengão that will bolster the team's offensive rotation for upcoming challenges.
NATIONAL TEAM USES TOURNAMENT IN CHINA
According to the CBB , the Solidarity Cup aims to expand the range of options for the Olympic cycle. The competition will feature opponents such as New Zealand, Montenegro, and the Chinese team Guangdong. The fifth opponent is yet to be announced.
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Flabasquete doesn't stop! Another reinforcement arriving on the red-and-black team
The American arrives at the Pride of the Nation after a great season in Japan and strengthens the squad for the challenges of 2025/2026, which are not few.
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Flamengo announces the signing of experienced American power forward Markeith Cummings, 36, for the 2025/26 FlaBasquete season. After a stint in the Japanese B.League, the player arrives with a strong international resume and extensive experience.
WHO IS IT?
Born in Alabama (USA) and a former Kennesaw State player, Cummings has played in several countries and leagues, including the United States, France, Japan and Angola, where he was champion of the Basketball Africa League in 2024 with Petro de Luanda.
Last season, he played for the Japanese team Shiga Lakestars , where he averaged 15.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game in 51 matches, being one of the top players in the league.
Recognized for his offensive versatility, creative ability and efficiency — with a 54.1% field goal percentage last season — Cummings arrives at Orgulho da Nação to reinforce the red-black team with his technical arsenal and international experience.
The power forward commented on his arrival at Flamengo and what he expects from the new season. "My expectations are to arrive, be the professional I've always been, and do everything the team needs from me. I want to help maintain the club's tradition of achievements. I'm very excited; I've heard nothing but good things about the organization, and it's a pleasure to be a part of it," Cummings said.
A MAJOR CAST IS FORMING
Markeith Cummings joins Alexey Borges, Franco Baralle, Daniel Onwenu, 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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