BRA - Unstoppable Universo extend win streak

BRASILIA (Campeonato Nacional) - Unbeaten Universo/BRB romped to their 20th win of the Men's Campeonato Nacional campaign in Brazil with a 101-78 triumph over Flamengo on Tuesday in front of a record crowd.

Alex poured in 34 points for Jose Vidal's table-toppers, while Olivia provided the resistance for seventh-placed Flamengo, who suffered their 10th defeat of the season, with 27 points and seven rebounds.

The game was played in front of a crowd of 24,286 at the Nilson Nelson Gymnasium of Brasilia - a Campeonato Nacional record.

Universo stormed into a 32-13 first quarter lead before Flamengo hitback with a 30-25 second session to trail 57-43 at the break.

Flamengo's resilience was ended in the third period as Universo posted a 27-20 surge to head into the final quarter with a 84-63 advantage before sealing the win with a 17-15 final session.

"We played well and managed to control our opponents offense," said Vidal. "I want to congratulate our supporters who created a fantastic spectacle."

Thomas poured in 37 points and grabbed 11 rebounds as Minas Tenis picked up a 15th win of the season with a 108-93 victory over Paulistano.

Minas Tenis used a crucial 25-19 third quarter to breakaway after holding just a two point lead at half-time.

Iguacu Basquete crashed to a 17th defeat of the season as Inesul/Londrina stormed to a 102-64 victory, while Cetaf/Vila Velha recorded a 76-62 victory against Saldanha Da Gama.

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