Final Score
Brazil 92 — USA 77
A stunning comeback in the AmeriCup 2025 semifinal, where Brazil erased a 20-point deficit with a dominant 34–9 fourth quarter.
Game Unforgettable Moments
- USA was in control through much of the first three quarters. But that all changed in the final ten minutes.
- Yago Santos delivered an electrifying performance with 25 points and 12 assists, earning TCL Player of the Game.
- Bruno Caboclo re-entered after foul trouble and ignited the comeback—adding 20 points (11 in Q4), 9 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
- Lucas Dias (18 pts, 13 reb) and Vitor Benite nailed backbreaking threes down the stretch, sealing the deal.
- Despite solid contributions, Team USA collapsed offensively, scoring just 9 points on 30% shooting in the fourth. Brazil outscored them 38–30 in the paint, outpaced them in fast-break points, and swatted away any lead.
What’s at Stake
- With this win, Brazil advances to its seventh AmeriCup final, with a shot at their fifth continental title.
- Team USA, stunned and bruised mentally, will now face Canada for third place.
Clutch Crunch Take
This wasn’t a loss—it was a collapse. Brazil didn’t just win; they annihilated a lead in crunch time and wrote a highlight reel of resilience. If defense wins games, mental toughness wins tournaments. Brazil just reminded everyone where they stand.