The final four spots in the 2024 Olympic basketball tournament have been claimed by Brazil, Greece, Spain, and Puerto Rico. Over the past week, 24 teams competed across four tournaments held in Latvia, Greece, Spain, and Puerto Rico, vying for a place in Paris. The final day of the games saw these teams emerge victorious, securing their positions in the upcoming Olympic Games.
In Latvia, Brazil dominated the host nation with a decisive 94-69 victory in the finals. The Brazilian team, featuring notable players like Gui Santos, Bruno Caboclo, and Marcelo Huertas, showcased their strength and cohesion throughout the tournament.
Greece, led by NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo, earned their Olympic berth for the first time in 16 years by defeating Croatia 80-69. Antetokounmpo, alongside his talented teammates, is set to make his Olympic debut, adding a significant highlight to the Greek basketball program.
Spain, hosting one of the qualifying tournaments in Valencia, overcame a strong Bahamas team in the finals. Spain’s roster, including Santi Aldama, Usman Garuba, and the Hernangomez brothers, displayed their depth and experience, defeating the Bahamas 86-78 after previously overcoming Finland in the semifinals.
Puerto Rico capitalized on their home-court advantage in San Juan, defeating Lithuania 79-68 in the final game. The Puerto Rican team, featuring players like Jose Alvarado and Tremont Waters, showcased resilience and skill, winning crucial matches against tough opponents.
Qualifying Tournament Results and Highlights
Tuesday, July 2:
- Bahamas 96, Finland 85
- Spain 104, Lebanon 59
- Dominican Republic 90, Egypt 77
- Brazil 81, Montenegro 72
- Latvia 83, Georgia 55
- Croatia 108, Slovenia 92
- Italy 114, Bahrain 53
- Lithuania 96, Mexico 84
Wednesday, July 3:
- Montenegro 70, Cameroon 66
- New Zealand 90, Croatia 86
- Bahamas 90, Poland 81
- Philippines 89, Latvia 80
- Greece 89, Dominican Republic 82
- Spain 89, Angola 81
- Lithuania 97, Côte d’Ivoire 93
- Puerto Rico 99, Bahrain 56
Thursday, July 4:
- Georgia 96, Philippines 94
- Slovenia 104, New Zealand 78
- Lebanon 74, Angola 70
- Cameroon 77, Brazil 74
- Greece 93, Egypt 71
- Finland 89, Poland 88
- Mexico 92, Côte d’Ivoire 81
- Puerto Rico 80, Italy 69
Saturday, July 6:
- Brazil 71, Philippines 60
- Greece 96, Slovenia 68
- Bahamas 89, Lebanon 72
- Latvia 72, Cameroon 59
- Croatia 80, Dominican Republic 77
- Spain 81, Finland 74
- Lithuania 88, Italy 64
- Puerto Rico 98, Mexico 78
Sunday, July 7:
- Brazil 94, Latvia 69
- Greece 80, Croatia 69
- Spain 86, Bahamas 78
- Puerto Rico 79, Lithuania 68
How to Watch Olympic basketball
All Olympic basketball qualifying games are available on Courtside 1891, FIBA’s streaming platform.
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