FIBA World Cup 2023 results: Canada beats Slovenia and Doncic leaves

Posted On: October 9, 2023

KOMPAS.com – Canada advanced to the semifinals after defeating Slovenia 100-89 in the quarterfinals of the FIBA World Cup 2023 at the Manila Mall Of Asia Arena, Philippines, Wednesday (6/9/2023) .

In this game there were several players who played in the NBA, like RJ Barret, Dillon Brooks, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic, Kelly Olynyk.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and RJ Barrett emerged as the difference makers in this match. They both contributed 55 points for Canada.

Additionally, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Dillon Brooks each scored 14 points for Canada.

Luka Doncic has been impressive for Slovenia.

The Dallas Maverick player managed to contribute 26 points, followed by Klemen Prepelic with 22 points.

The victory takes Canada to the semifinals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup.

Match results

Luka Doncic after scoring during the Canada vs Slovenia match at the FIBA World Cup 2023 (6/9/2023).

Dallas Maverick star Luka Doncic made a three-pointer, giving Slovenia the lead with a score of 6-4.

A three-pointer from Dillon Brooks managed to tie the game for Canada, but Zoran Dragic immediately responded to give Slovenia a 10-7 lead.

Kelly Olynyk’s shot managed to tie the score 10-10 for Canada.

The game towards the end of the first quarter was very close. Both teams take turns throwing the ball.

Dort’s three-pointer gave Canada a 19-18 lead.

Dort scored another 3 points to give Canada a 26-22 lead.

The first quarter ended with Canada leading Slovenia 26-24.

Dillon Brooks opened the scoring for Canada in the second quarter.

A 3-pointer from Nickeil Alexander-Walker made it 31-27, but Slovenia responded through Klemen Prepelic to make it 31-30.

Canada and Slovenia managed to score three points 4 minutes into the second quarter.

Luka Doncic received a technical foul in the second quarter due to protests against the referee.

Luka came back and cut the lead to 44-43, and made it 44-45 with a layup.

Alexander Walker’s dunk gave Canada a 50-47 lead. The first half ended in a draw for both teams 50-50.

Mike Tobey managed to open the scoring for Slovenia in the third quarter.

Dillon Brooks’ 3-pointer made it 59-52, Slovenia stopped the clock at 6:34.

Stealed by RJ Barret and he finished with a dunk, but was immediately rewarded with three points by Zoran Dragic.

After a timeout, Canada managed to win 69-55. Luka Doncic’s three-pointer was answered by RJ Barret 72-58, then Gregor Hrovat and Shai answered again until Canada reached 75-61 against Slovenia.

The third quarter ended with Canada leading 80-71 over Slovenia.

Barrett opened the fourth quarter with a stunning dunk.

This New York Knicks player once again increased Canada’s lead over Slovenia with a layup.

Dillon Brooks forced Slovenia to use a timeout after his three-pointer, 92-76.

Dillon Brooks and Luka Doncic were ejected from the game for their second technical foul.

Doncic’s exit is a loss for Slovenia. Slovenia managed to increase the gap to 11 points over Canada.

Canada managed to win the match 100-89 and qualify for the semi-finals against Serbia.

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