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Late Surges Send Brazil, Argentina to AmeriCup Final

A 34-9 Brazilian finish capped a day defined by Jose Vildoza’s 26 points for Argentina over previously unbeaten Canada.

Overview

  • Brazil erased a 10-point deficit entering the fourth to defeat the United States 92-77 behind a 34-9 closing quarter.
  • Yago Santos delivered 25 points and 12 assists for Brazil, with Bruno Caboclo contributing 20 points and nine rebounds and Lucas Dias adding 18 points and 13 boards.
  • Argentina beat Canada 83-73 after seizing control with a 24-9 opening quarter against the previously unbeaten Group B winners.
  • Jose Vildoza led Argentina with 26 points and six assists as his team outshot Canada from three, 42.9% to 16.7%.
  • Brazil will face Argentina for the title on Sunday in Managua, with the United States meeting Canada for bronze earlier that day.