The second group stage is over. Canada and Spain offered a top-level show, which contained all the ingredients. Those directed by Sergio Scariolo seem to own the glory. They led in the third quarter and were very authoritative. However, the North Americans have shown that they want to make this their World Cup. With a determined Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, they made a story that seemed impossible. In the end, they got the win 88 to 85, after Abrines’ last shot flirted with the hoop, but decided to go out.
With this result, the men led by Jordi Fernández not only secured their place in the quarterfinals of the World Cup, but also qualified for the Olympic Games. The Canadians will return to the most important event, where they have not appeared since 2000. They are, along with the United States, the representatives of the continent. The fact is that the four best teams in the 2019 World Cup in China (Spain, Argentina, Australia and France) are not part of the Top 8 this time.
Three are the most important pillars in the game for Canada. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the scorer and clutch player of the match. He completed his list with 30 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. In the last quarter he contributed 13 points, 2 goal passes and 1 steal. Dillon Brooks contributed 22 points, shooting 8/12 from the field. Finally, RJ Barrett finished with 16 in his personal box. In Spain the best came from the hands of Willy Hernángomez with 25 points, with 7/13 on field goals. Santiago Aldama accompanied him with 20 units.
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Source: Tycsports
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