Heartland Italy made a surprise Serbian four days ago but his legs and head weren’t enough to compete United States of America in the quarterfinals. Of course they were afraid of having a bad night. But it eventually turned into little less than a nightmare. selection Steve Kerr He is already in the semi-finals with no surprises or unnecessary wear and tear, with a massive 63-100 win, fueling expectations of reclaiming the world title he still belongs to by Sunday. Spain.
Bad drink of defeat Lithuania pointed out angrily to the American team in the second round Kerr between people. So, from the first minute, the North American team stepped into qualifying, demonstrating some of the virtues of a team of young stars, notably their ability to shoot three-pointers with 17 points and a 47% success rate.
Michal Bridges, fringes Brooklyn NetworksHe took the lead with 24 points for most of the night and was the main person responsible for opening a breach where the blood of the Italian team had dried. 10 points difference at the end of the first quarter (14-24); +22 (24-46) at rest; +39 (44-83) at the end of the third quarter… A full review.
was not alone bridges In any case, the one who wants to justify himself that the tournament is starting to get serious and the championship is decided. Others looked like this Reaves, Haliburton or Banchero, This will definitely determine the future of the NBA. He showed outside shooting, muscle, speed of execution, defensive foresight and athletic ability in the US repertoire. Whether that’s enough for him to win the tournament will have to be seen.
Just Fontecchio
more than expected ItalyA team that signals that it has regained some of the competitiveness it lost and turned it into a frightening team years ago. From push and at the same time talent Fontecchio, Italy I try. But the player Utah Jazz He found himself very lonely. some details tons of and little help from veterans, Nicolo Melli and Luigi DatomeAt the age of 35, after an outstanding career in the NBA and an outstanding career in the Euroleague, this World Cup puts an end to his time as an international player. Fenerbahce, among other achievements.
As time progressed, the game slackened and eventually turned into a special exhibition for the Americans and a desperate attempt by the Italians to defend their pride against an immensely superior opponent who only needed to know his opponent’s name in the penultimate step. The championship that will come out of the match this Wednesday Germany and Latvia, The reveal of the tournament, the executioner of France and Spain.
Italy: Spissu (8), Tonut (11), Melli (5), Fontecchio (18), Polonara (1) – starting five – Ricci (5), Severini (4), Datome (3), Pajola (-), Diouf (4), Procida (4), Spanish (-)
7 out of 38 trios (Fontecchio, 2), 33 rebounds, 9 offenses (Polonara, 5), 18 assists (Tonut, 5)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: Brunson (9), Hart (5), Edwards (3), Bridges (24), Jackson (2) – top five – Halliburton (18), Johnson (-), Ingram (8), Portis (7), Reaves ( 12), Banker (8), Kessler (4)
17 out of 36 trios (Haliburton, 6), 51 rebounds, 8 offenses (Portis, 7), 22 assists (Haliburton, 5)
Partial: 14-24; 10-22; 20-37; 19-17