29 Aug 2020
DEBRECEN (Hungary) – Amsterdam (NED) recorded their first-ever win against Novi Sad (SRB) in the pool stage of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Debrecen Masters on August 29, 2020.
THE GAME
Since 2018, Amsterdam were 0-4 against 3x3 powerhouse Novi Sad (SRB). But for the return of FIBA competitions after a 5-month break due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Dutch team finally got over the hump in 21-18 win. The dynamic Dimeo van der Horst had a team-high 8 points and added 5 rebounds. Amsterdam also held the number one player in the world Dusan Bulut to just 2 points.
THE TEAMS
Amsterdam were one of 4 undefeated teams after opening day as they went on to thrash Debrecen 22-10. Liman (SRB) and NY Harlem (USA) also won their 2 games before the limit. Riga (LAT) could not hit blackjack in their first game but won their 2 games with an 8.5 point average.
THE PHOTO
THE PLAYERS
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MORE STATS
👆FIRST GAME
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THE BLOOPER
QUARTER-FINALS BRACKETS
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