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06 Ago 2025 | 14:13
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15 Nov 2024 | 11:32 |
Olivinha, eternal idol of Flamengo, lived a special and unforgettable moment this Friday- fair (15). During the celebration of the club's 129th anniversary, the former star of FlaBasquete, known as "God of the Race" for his dedication on the court, was honored with a bust in headquarters of Gávea. The work, which faithfully portrays the athlete, marked the club's history and moved the fans.
On social media, Flamengoshared images of Olivinha next to his statue< /b>, paying tribute to the idol who wrote his name in the history of red and black basketball. Furthermore, the club highlighted an unprecedented milestone: The 'God of Race' is the first Olympic athlete and the firstsportsman outside of football to receive a bust in Gávea.
An idol among legends
A homage places Olivinha alongside great Flamengo icons, such as Zico, Júnior, Andrade, < b>Adílio, Nunes, and other stars immortalized at the club's headquarters. Although this recognition is more common in football, Olivinha's delivery to FlaBasquete guaranteed him a space in this select group.
< p style="border: 1px solid rgb(197, 0, 24);">Olivinha ended his career at the end of last season, after competing for the NBB runner-up against Franca. Currently, he remains linked to Flamengoas a presenter on FlaTV , in command of the Lance Livre program.
Emotional statement
After the tribute, Olivinha declared that he had never felt such an intense emotion. He was surprised and grateful, stating that he never imagined achieving such a feat Jokingly, he highlighted that he "stood strong" in the statue and reaffirmed his eternal love for Flamengo
“Very big emotion, I've never felt that in mine. The truth is that I never thought that I could receive a bust, a tribute like this. I'm super happy, it's the greatest honor of my life. To be remembered here with this tribute. Flamengo turns 129 today and I was honored and graced with this bust”, he begins.
< p style="border: 1px solid rgb(197, 0, 24);">This recognition further consolidates Olivinha's importance in club, eternalizinghis trajectory as one of the biggest names in red and black sports
“I don’t. I was hoping. The work that was done here was really appreciated. The statue was super beautiful, I felt strong here (in my arms). I'm just grateful for everything. I love you. You are always in my heart, I will carry you for the rest of my life”, he ends
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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.
30 Ago 2025 | 20:00 |
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.
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 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.
Flamengo remains active to strengthen the Pride of the Nation squad in its quest to win the World Cup and return to prominence in the NBB
26 Ago 2025 | 17:46 |
Flamengo confirmed this Tuesday (26) the signing of 35-year-old American point guard Dee Bost for the start of the 2025/26 season . The experienced player arrives to fill the vacancy of Franco Baralle, who is recovering from a serious injury after suffering an accident on the 19th.
At 1.88m and 84kg, Bost has extensive experience in European basketball and with the Bulgarian national team, a country he has represented since 2016. He has played for traditional clubs such as Galatasaray, Monaco, Zalgiris Kaunas and Khimki, winning major titles such as the 2021 EuroCup and the 2023 Coupe de France. His contract with the Rubro-Negro is for four months, with the possibility of renewal.
Baralle, who had just arrived at FlaBasquete, was hit by a car upon arriving at Gávea and required ankle surgery . The Argentine point guard is expected to return between December and January, opening up space for the arrival of Dee Bost.
A Mississippi State graduate, Dee Bost trained with the Utah Jazz and Portland Trail Blazers, but cemented his career on the international stage. He was named MVP of the 2016 Polish League finals and won the Leaders Cup in France . A naturalized Bulgarian, he became a key player on the national team.
At Flamengo , he will wear the number 3 shirt and already has important commitments : the European pre-season and the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, scheduled between September 18th and 21st — the club's main challenge at the start of the journey.
Dee Bost, FlaBasquete's new signing: "I'm very excited to arrive in Brazil"
Excited about the new chapter of his career, Dee Bost sent a special message to the nation: "I'm very excited to arrive in Brazil. I've heard so many good things about Flamengo and the country , and I can't wait to play in front of these incredible fans. It's going to be a special experience."
The FlaBasquete squad will travel to Burgos, Spain, on September 7th, where they will begin preparing for the season with training sessions and friendlies against local teams, the same logistics used in the club's last official season.
The Brazilian basketball team defeats the United States in the final in Toronto, securing its second U-23 tournament title and featuring Daniel Onwenu as the star player.
18 Ago 2025 | 18:00 |
Last Sunday (17) was marked by red-black victories on and off the field. While Flamengo beat Internacional in the Brasileirão , Brazilian basketball also shone. The U-23 team defeated the United States 77-73 in Toronto, and secured their second Global Jam championship.
Among the highlights of the final was Daniel Onwenu, FlaBasquete's new signing for next season . The 22-year-old shooting guard was a key defensive player, leading Brazil in rebounds with eight. His consistent performance in the paint was crucial in containing the Americans and securing Brazil's advantage.
Onwenu's good performance was added to the great performances of Landeira and Pedro Pastre , a duo that led the team in decisive moments and helped confirm the title against the USA.
The Brazilian team's run in the tournament was full of impressive victories. In its debut, it defeated Canada 85-78 . It then beat Japan 78-52. Before the final, it lost to the United States 76-74, but rebounded in the decisive game, winning 77-73.
This was Brazil's second victory in the tournament, having previously lifted the trophy in 2022. In that edition, another Flamengo -linked athlete took center stage: Yago "Monstrinho," a point guard discovered by FlaBasquete . He was a key player in winning the first title, just as Daniel Onwenu is now taking center stage in his second title.