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    Brazil debut strong over Ecuador

    Game Report

    CARACAS (2016 South American Championship) - Brazil dominated Ecuador by a score of 107-65 in the team’s 2016 South American Championship.

    CARACAS (2016 South American Championship) - Brazil dominated Ecuador by a score of 107-65 in the team’s 2016 South American Championship.

    Turning Point: Ecuador competed in the first quarter, which ended with a score of 26-21, but Brazil imposed their superiority in the rest of the game.

    Stat’s don’t lie: The rebounding battle was largely dominated by the Brazilians 52-29 against an Ecuadorian team that was physically outmatched and could not compete in the paint.

    Hero of the game: Olivinha had a great performance with 18 points and 10 rebounds in 17 minutes.

    Conclusion: Brazil won comfortably and confirmed its status as one of the favorites to lift the trophy of the 2016 South American Championship.


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