Brazil and USA advance into title game in Tijuana

SEMIS

Brazil - Canada 78-77
Brazil went on a furious second half rally to come from behind and nip Canada in the semifinal clash in Tijuana. Reynan Santos (192-G-2004) posted 22 points to lead the winners. Canada jumped off to a massive 48-30 halftime lead. But Brazil responded with a strong 30-13 run in the third term to narrow the deficit. They held Canada to just 16 points in the fourth period and snatched the win. Gabriel Caldeira (PG-2004) had 16 points for Brazil. Vasean Allette (188-G-2004) responded with 22 points for Canada.

Argentina - USA 60-98
USA cruised past Argentina in the semifinal. The North American team dominated from start to finish. They went on a 28-8 run in the second frame to accumulate a 25-point halftime lead. USA drained 31 points in the third term and cleared off for good. Kel'el Ware (213-C-2004) delivered 17 points, while Seth Trimble (191-PG-2004) added 16 points for the winners. Dylan Bordon (190-G-2004) answered with 16 points for Argentina.



Tags : REYNAN SANTOS, FIBA AMERICAS U18 BASKETBALL