It couldn’t be. The Spanish team fell to Canada and says goodbye to the Olympic Games in the group stage. The result of Greece – Australia left the Spain – Canada match as a do-or-die affair, and the Canadian team delivered the final blow with a victory in which Spain was close to pulling off a stunning upset.
A great second quarter by the Americans (30-19) was enough to win against a Spain basketball team that improved a lot in the second half, managing to cut the deficit to just one point with three seconds left. ‘La Familia’ once again showcased their pride, coming back against one of the favorites, with the positive note that there are players who continue to have the character of Llull or Rudy for the future.
Brizuela and Pradilla, the best in Spain
A prime example of this is Darío Brizuela’s sensational last quarter, where he carried the team on his back and made highly meritorious baskets, reducing Spain’s 10-point deficit to just 3. A player who always changes the dynamics of games and demonstrated it again showcasing his good moves and bravery.
Jaime Pradilla turned bad news into good. The poor performance of Willy Hernángomez and Usman Garuba in these Olympic Games has been offset by the emergence of Jaime Pradilla in the rotation. His ability to attack the offensive rebound and to do what needs to be done makes him a weapon to consider in Spain’s upcoming tournaments.
But both of their attempts were in vain. Canada did not falter in the final moments, first with a three-pointer from RJ Barrett and then the effectiveness of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the free-throw line ensured that Spain’s comeback was in vain, leading Scariolo’s team to bid farewell to the Olympic event.
Rudy says goodbye to basketball
After making history with his sixth Olympic Games, Rudy Fernández says goodbye to basketball at the age of 39. The Mallorca forward bids farewell without achieving his fourth Olympic medal, but is recognized as one of the best national players in history.
It couldn't be. The Spanish team fell to Canada and says goodbye to the Olympic Games in the group stage. The result of Greece - Australia left the Spain - Canada match as a do-or-die affair, and the Canadian team delivered the final blow with a victory in which Spain was close to pulling off a stunning upset.
A great second quarter by the Americans (30-19) was enough to win against a Spain that improved a lot in the second half, managing to cut the deficit to just one point with three seconds left. 'La Familia' once again showcased their pride, coming back against one of the favorites, with the positive note that there are players who continue to have the character of Llull or Rudy for the future.
Brizuela and Pradilla, the best in Spain
A prime example of this is Darío Brizuela's sensational last quarter, where he carried the team on his back and made highly meritorious baskets, reducing Spain's 10-point deficit to just 3. A player who always changes the dynamics of games and demonstrated it again showcasing his good moves and bravery.
Jaime Pradilla turned bad news into good. The poor performance of Willy Hernángomez and Usman Garuba in these Olympic Games has been offset by the emergence of Jaime Pradilla in the rotation. His ability to attack the offensive rebound and to do what needs to be done makes him a weapon to consider in Spain's upcoming tournaments.
But both of their attempts were in vain. Canada did not falter in the final moments, first with a three-pointer from RJ Barrett and then the effectiveness of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the free-throw line ensured that Spain's comeback was in vain, leading Scariolo's team to bid farewell to the Olympic event.
Rudy says goodbye to basketball
After making history with his sixth Olympic Games, Rudy Fernández says goodbye to basketball at the age of 39. The Mallorca forward bids farewell without achieving his fourth Olympic medal, but is recognized as one of the best national players in history.
