Manila, Aug 29 (Ians) The US secured a spot in the round of 16 at the Fiba World Cup with a dominant 109-81 victory over Greece in a Group C clash, while China suffered another setback, facing an 89-69 defeat against South Sudan.
In its first game last Saturday, the US overcame a 10-point deficit to claim a comfortable 99-72 win against New Zealand. Greece also had a smooth victory, defeating Jordan 92-71, reports Xinhua.
The US has won four of its last five encounters with Greece in the World Cup, with Greece’s only victory occurring in the 2006 semifinals. These teams also met in the most recent tournament, where the US won by a 16-point margin.
Without key player Giannis Antetokounmpo, the European side was clearly outmatched. The US outscored Greece 50-37 in the first half and continued their dominance afterwards.
Austin Reaves, shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, earned...
In its first game last Saturday, the US overcame a 10-point deficit to claim a comfortable 99-72 win against New Zealand. Greece also had a smooth victory, defeating Jordan 92-71, reports Xinhua.
The US has won four of its last five encounters with Greece in the World Cup, with Greece’s only victory occurring in the 2006 semifinals. These teams also met in the most recent tournament, where the US won by a 16-point margin.
Without key player Giannis Antetokounmpo, the European side was clearly outmatched. The US outscored Greece 50-37 in the first half and continued their dominance afterwards.
Austin Reaves, shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, earned...
- 8/29/2023
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