MIAMI (United States) – Canada continues to leave their mark on the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers. The North American powerhouse set a new single-game record for field goals made on Monday, knocking down 48 baskets in a commanding 116-78 victory over Jamaica in Group B Window 3. The new mark surpassed the previous record of 46 field goals, set by the United States against Mexico during Window 2, a total Canada had already matched just a few days earlier in the victory over Puerto Rico. The record was the product of a brilliant collective offensive display, led by a roster loaded with NBA talent. Six of the seven NBA players on Canada's squad finished in double figures in scoring. Dillon Brooks paced the offense with 20 points, including 4-for-5 from three-point range, while also recording 3 steals. Andrew Nembhard added 17 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, while two-time NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 16 points, 5 assists and 4 steals.
"The depth we have with NBA players gives us a huge advantage; everyone brings energy and quality," Brooks said after the game. "We're building chemistry and discipline because we know the teams we'll face next will be even tougher," added the Phoenix Suns forward. Nickeil Alexander-Walker also starred with 12 points, 4 assists and 4 steals, while Leonard Miller finished with 12 points on an efficient 6-for-7 shooting from the field. Kyshawn George chipped in 10 points, and Kyle Wiltjer added 13 points and 5 rebounds to round out another impressive all-around performance by Canada. With the victory, Canada completed the First Round with a perfect 6-0 record, finishing atop Group B. Along with Brazil, the winner of Group C, Canada was one of only two teams to go undefeated through the opening phase. The North American team now turns their focus to the Second Round of the Qualifiers, which begins in late August, aiming to stay on course for one of the seven Americas berths at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 in Qatar. "It's not just about winning games—we want to build a strong identity as a team on the road to the World Cup," Brooks concluded.
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