Brazil Defeats Team USA in Thrilling Semifinal

The 2025 FIBA Men's AmeriCup final is set, following an intense semifinal match where Brazil triumphed over the United States with a stunning 92-77 victory. This showdown, held on Saturday, showcased Brazil's remarkable resilience, culminating in a fourth-quarter surge that left Team USA heading for the third-place game for the second consecutive tournament.

After a competitive opening, Team USA appeared to take control of the game, building a 14-point lead by halftime. They extended their advantage to 20 points during the third quarter, but Brazil had other ideas. The South American squad began chipping away at the deficit and staged a remarkable comeback, outscoring the Americans 34-9 in the final period.

Outstanding Performances Shine Through

Yago Santos was a standout performer for Brazil, scoring a game-high 25 points and providing 12 assists. Bruno Caboclo contributed significantly, adding 20 points and nine rebounds to the effort. Brazil's Lucas Dias also made his presence felt, finishing the game with 18 points, 13 rebounds, and two blocks.

Brazil's offensive efficiency was pivotal, as they boasted shooting splits of 51.4% from the field, 40.7% from beyond the arc, and 91.3% from the free-throw line, a stark contrast to the Americans' performance.

What's Next in the Tournament

As Brazil celebrated their victory, the other semifinal matchup was set to kick off later in the evening, featuring Argentina against Canada. The final details of the schedule show that the championship game will take place on Sunday at 8:10 p.m. ET, while the third-place game between the United States and an undetermined opponent will start at 4:40 p.m. ET.