CARACAS (South American Championship) – Brazil got one step closer to qualifying for the South American Championship Semifinals after dominating Paraguay from start to finish, to claim a 101-63 victory.

• Turning Point: Brazil established the tempo and the scoreboard from the get-go, after creating a 28-6 first quarter.

• Stats don’t lie: Brazil shot for a 48% from the field and dominated the boards 48 – 29.

• Game Hero: Olivinha was the top scorer for Brazil with 21 points.

• The Bottom Line: Brazil added it second win of the South American Championship and remains undefeated in Group A action. Tomorrow, Brazil will face Bolivia and Paraguay will match-up against Ecuador.

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