POSTED BY: Eurobasket News
Jeremy Fears Jr.
SEMIS
USA – Lithuania 89-62
USA advanced into the title game in Spain. They fired past Lithuania in the semifinal clash today. Jeremy Fears Jr. (186-G-2005) recorded 18 points to lead the charge. USA dominated from start to finish. They accumulated a 21-7 lead after ten minutes. USA extended the lead to as many as 17 points at halftime. The North American side sank 51 points in the second half to ease to the victory. Karter Knox (196-SG-2005) delivered 14 points for the winners. Vytautas Zygas (196-F-2005) answered with 17 points for Lithuania.
France – Spain 53-68
Spain reached the championship game as they saw off France in the semifinal battle. France jumped off to a 17-13 lead after ten minutes. Spain erased the deficit in the second term as they snatched a 32-30 halftime lead. France regained the advantage in the third frame. les Bleues eked out a 2-point lead at the final break. But the hosts went on a massive 22-5 run in the fourth period to secure the victory. Aday Mara (220-C-2005) tallied 16 points for Spain. Lucas Langarita (192-G-2005) recorded 11 points for Spain. Killian Malwaya (197-SG-2005) responded with 11 points for France.
