USA Basketball is very close to securing a spot in the forthcoming AmeriCup tournament, thanks to a decisive victory over the Bahamas in a qualifying match held on Monday night.
Javonte Smart led the charge for the American team with an impressive 21 points, while Jahmi’us Ramsey contributed significantly with 19 points. The U.S. team maintained control throughout the game, never once trailing, and ultimately won with a score of 97-74.
With this win, Team USA improved its qualifying record to 3-1. They now have a clear path to clinching a place in the AmeriCup, as they need just one more victory in their upcoming two qualifying games scheduled for February. This tournament, which serves as the championship for the FIBA Americas region, is set to take place in Nicaragua in August 2025.
In addition to the standout performances from Smart and Ramsey, Frank Kaminsky III made notable contributions with 14 points and seven rebounds, while David Stockton also had a solid showing with 14 points and six assists. The Americans displayed their three-point shooting prowess, outscoring the Bahamas 45-21 from beyond the arc.
The Bahamas’ Tavario Miller was the standout player for his team, leading them with 20 points in the matchup.
Javonte Smart led the charge for the American team with an impressive 21 points, while Jahmi’us Ramsey contributed significantly with 19 points. The U.S. team maintained control throughout the game, never once trailing, and ultimately won with a score of 97-74.
With this win, Team USA improved its qualifying record to 3-1. They now have a clear path to clinching a place in the AmeriCup, as they need just one more victory in their upcoming two qualifying games scheduled for February. This tournament, which serves as the championship for the FIBA Americas region, is set to take place in Nicaragua in August 2025.
In addition to the standout performances from Smart and Ramsey, Frank Kaminsky III made notable contributions with 14 points and seven rebounds, while David Stockton also had a solid showing with 14 points and six assists. The Americans displayed their three-point shooting prowess, outscoring the Bahamas 45-21 from beyond the arc.
The Bahamas’ Tavario Miller was the standout player for his team, leading them with 20 points in the matchup.