CARACAS (South American Championship) – Argentina added its third win of the group phase by defeating Chile, 112-71, in a game they controlled from start to finish. Tomorrow on the last day of the Group Phase both teams will face matches with Semi-Finals implications when Argentina takes on Colombia, and Chile faces Uruguay.

• Turning Point: Argentina established the rhythm of the game from the get-go with good defense and offensive effectiveness. Casalanguidas team won the first quarter 27-16, and continued to add to the lead throughout the match.

• Stats don’t lie: Argentina shot for a 61% from the field.

• Game Hero: Nicolas Brussino was the top scorer for Argentina with 18 points.

• The Bottom Line: Argentina remains perfect and now leads Group B with a record of 3 wins – 0 losses. Tomorrow on the last day of the Group Phase, Argentina will take on Colombia, and Chile will face Uruguay.

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