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Dominican Republic Stuns USA Again in FIBA Qualifiers
4 Jul
Summary
- Dominican Republic previously defeated the USA in Window 2.
- Jay Huff is a key player for the USA, averaging 1.9 blocks per game.
- The match takes place at the renovated Palacio de los Deportes in Santo Domingo.
The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers continue as the Dominican Republic prepares to host the USA at the Palacio de los Deportes in Santo Domingo. This highly anticipated match is set for 8:00 PM ET. The Dominican Republic enters this Window 3 matchup with momentum, having secured a historic 87-79 victory over the USA in their previous encounter during Window 2, which was played in Oceanside, California.
The USA team, led by former NBA head coach Stephen Silas, currently holds a 3-1 record in the group phase. Their roster features notable players such as Jay Huff, a 7-foot-1 center who had a strong season with the Indiana Pacers, averaging 1.9 blocks per game. Six players on the USA squad are set to make their international debut.
The Dominican Republic squad, coached by Néstor García, is tied for the top spot in Group A with the USA. They are anticipating the potential return of stars like Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrés Feliz, who were absent during the previous window. The game venue, the Palacio de los Deportes, has recently undergone a significant renovation costing approximately RD$500 million ahead of the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games.
