It took a while for Team USA to assert their might, but when they did, there was no stopping them as they knocked Brazil off with an 89-73 result at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Centre.
Myles Turner (center in white) of the U.S. fights for a rebound with Brazil’s Cristiano Felicio during their Group K match in the 2019 FIBA World Cup at the Shenzhen Bay Sports Center yesterday. U.S. rallied to defeat Brazil 89-73.
U.S.'s Myles Turner takes a rest on the bench during a timeout at yesterday's match.
A female fan cheers from the stand.
U.S's Khris Middleton (center in white) carries out a shoot in the zone.
Gregg Popovich, head coach of the U.S. team, shouts at the players on the court.
Brazil's Bruno Cabolco (center in green) carries out a lay-out.
United States'Brook Lopen (1st L) and Brazil's Anderson Varejao (3rd R) fights for a rebound.
U.S.'s Derrick White carries out a lay-up.