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Ivan Pratto
Argentina - Dominican Republic 74-67
Argentina knocked down Dominican Republic to advance into the semifinal stage. Argentina eked out a 4-point halftime lead. But they unloaded 26 points in the third period to clear off for good. Ivan Pratto (208-C-2007) stepped up with 28 points and 25 rebounds, while Tyler Kropp (204-PF-2007) added 15 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. Richard Fernandez (187-SG-2007) answered with 21 points for Dominican Republic.
Brazil - Puerto Rico 72-83 OT
Puerto Rico upset Brazil in the quarterfinal clash. Brazil seemed in full control after the opening quarter as they led by 11 points. But Puerto Rico went on a 27-17 rally in the fourth period to force overtime. They followed with a 16-5 push in the extra period to ice the win. Felipe Quinones (198-G-2008) tallied 19 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists, while Justin Roman (199-F-2007) added 16 points and 19 rebounds for the winners. Fabricio De Freitas (195-C-2007) provided 16 points and 11 rebounds for Brazil.
USA - Uruguay 123-45
USA coasted past Uruguay en route to the semis in Merida. Six players scored in double digits for the winners with Koa Peat (201-C-2007, college: USA NT U16) topscoring with 22. USA unloaded 65 points in the first half and eased to the victory after the big break. Darryn Peterson (196-G-2007) chipped in 18 points for the USA. Joaquin Taboada (190-SF-2007) answered with 16 points for Uruguay.
Canada - Mexico 89-63
Canada punched the semifinal ticket at the tournament as they stormed past hosting Mexico. Canada posted a 44-33 halftime lead. They poured in 32 points in the fourth stanza to cruise to the victory. Paul Osaruyi (203-F-2008) stepped up with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Quinten Ethier (190-SG-2007) added 14 points for Canada. Karim Lopez (202-F-2007) responded with 23 points and 10 rebounds for Mexico.
Tags : IVAN PRATTO, FIBA AMERICAS U16 BASKETBALL, ARGENTINIAN NATIONAL TEAM
