Brazil secures spot in Paris Olympics basketball field with 94-69 victory over Latvia

In a thrilling men's basketball qualifying tournament final, Giannis Antetokounmpo led Greece to victory over Croatia, securing their spot in the 12-team field for the Paris Olympics. Antetokounmpo scored 23 points, with support from Georgios Papagiannis and Nick Calathes, while Ivica Zubac shone for Croatia with 19 points and 13 rebounds. Greece will compete in Group A against Australia, Canada, and either Spain or Bahamas in the opening stage. Meanwhile, Brazil dominated Latvia in a surprising 94-69 victory, earning their place in the Olympic basketball field. Bruno Caboclo's 21 points and Leo Meindl's 20 points led Brazil to success, with Caboclo's remarkable 65-foot 3-pointer capping off a stellar first quarter. Brazil will be placed in Group B for the Olympics, facing France, Germany, and Japan in the initial stage. The road to the Paris Olympics has seen intense competition, with teams battling for the final spots through winner-take-all qualifiers. With Brazil and Greece securing their places, the last two spots in the 12-team field will be determined as Bahamas faces Spain and Lithuania takes on Puerto Rico. Notable teams already qualified include the U.S., France, Germany, Japan, Serbia, South Sudan, Canada, and Australia, with France earning a spot as the host nation. The Olympic basketball tournament promises to be a showcase of talent and determination, with teams from around the world vying for glory in Paris. As the final spots are decided, anticipation builds for the exciting matchups and fierce competition that lie ahead in one of the most prestigious sporting events on the global stage.