BCLA Boca was defeated and eliminated

Xeneize came from behind against Flamengo and could not qualify for the quarterfinals.

On Saturday morning La Bombonerita hosted the Basketball Champions League duel between Boca and Flamengo. Carlos Duro’s men, forced to win their two games, faced but failed to overcome the eventual Brazilian Super 8 champions. In the final 79 to 87, Xeneizes was left with no chance of qualifying for the quarterfinals, and will close their participation in the tournament against Hebraica and Macabi next Monday.

The first half of the game had a parity very similar to the game that took place in the second window. Boca suffered from bad decisions, especially defensive ones, where the visitors did not hesitate to take shots from long distance, with a good shooting percentage. In the most impressive moment, the Brazilians escaped to nine, with the good management of Franco Balbi, who commanded the actions by finding paths to the hoop. Boca’s idea changed. From strong defenses come running chances and, with them, quick and reliable scores. In a burst of scoring, they were able to even the shares at 38. A bomb by Loku Cuello in the closing set the score at 41 to 38 at the end of the first half.

On the way back from the locker room, Xeneize forced a lot and ended up with low-effective shots. On the other side of the court, a scoring burst allowed the visitors to take an eleven point lead, the highest of the game so far. Boca had 1/10 from 6.75m as the visitor looked to close down the paths to the sideline. The distance was eight at the close of third, with plenty to improve on for the last ten. The intensity and urgency in the closing minutes were noticeable. Beyond a few bursts, or individual reactions, Flamengo’s dominance has been consistent. With great clarity, he finishes taking the game and celebrates his classification to the next stage.