The Europeans had a good closing game and won 73-57.
At the close of the second stage of the FIBAWorld Cup 2023, Italy closed out an impressive match and earned their ticket to the quarterfinals. Those led by Gianmarco Pozzecco found in the offensive rebound a main weapon to punish in the second chances (22 to 3 in the category). Puerto Rico didn’t enjoy its effectiveness and after 2/13 shooting from the field in the final quarter, they bid farewell to the tournament after a 73-57 final, sparking European celebrations. It is not for less, it will return this time after more than 20 years.
With this result, Italy reached a record of four wins and one loss. This record puts him in the quarterfinals. Puerto Rico, for its part, bid farewell to the competition but already secured its ticket for the Olympic repechage to be held in July next year, ahead of the Paris 2024 Games.
The continuation of the tournament
Source: Tycsports
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