Canada Dominates Latvia 101-75 to Close Out Group H Undefeated

Canada Dominates Latvia 101-75 to Close Out Group H Undefeated

Latvia's resistance under Luca Banchi lasts only one quarter, falling 101-75 to powerhouse Canada

Latvia’s resistance under Luca Banchi lasts only one quarter, falling 101-75 to powerhouse Canada. Jordi Fernandez’s team finishes Group H with a perfect record, winning all three games by an average margin of 37 points. Next up in the second phase are definite matchups against Spain and either Brazil or Ivory Coast.

Game momentum declined for Latvia after a 13-23 first quarter. For Canada, SGA led with 27 points on 10/17 shooting, along with 6 rebounds and 6 assists. RJ Barrett contributed 22 points, and Kelly Olynyk added 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists.

For Latvia, Andrejs Grazulis scored 16 points, Rodions Kurucs had 14 points with 10 rebounds and 4 assists, and Arturs Zagars chipped in 11 points.

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