Canada and USA to clash for title in Saint Catharines

Emanuel Miller

USA - Argentina 104-92
USA advanced into Final in Saint Catharines. They outlasted Argentina in a tough semifinal clash on Friday. Six players scored in double digits for the North American side. Quentin Grimes (196-G-00) delivered 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. USA sank 54 points in the first half to take a 15-point halftime lead. Argentina did not allow their opponents to get away with an easy win keeping the pressure throughout the second half. Nevertheless the USA hung on and claimed much needed win at the end. Alec White (196-F-00) chipped in 25 points for the winners. Francisco Caffaro (213-C-00, college: Virginia) answered with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for Argentina.

Puerto Rico - Canada 89-95
Canada will play for the title at the championship. They overcame Puerto Rico to set up the clash versus USA for the trophy. Emanuel Miller (201-F-00) stepped up with 31 points and 14 rebounds to pace the hosts. Canada eked out a 47:41 halftime lead. Canada then dropped 27 points in the fourth period to hold on to the win. Addison Patterson (198-F-01) had 16 points in the victory. Jorge Torres (195-F/G-00) answered with 21 points and 12 rebounds for Puerto Rico.