Lorenzo Brown shines as Spain defeats Dominican Republic 84-74 in Olympic Games Qualifier preparation. © Twitter (@chrisalucard)
Lorenzo Brown joyfully returned to the Spanish national team, leading them to an 84-74 victory over the Dominican Republic in a pivotal warm-up game prior to the Olympic Games Qualifiers. The game, held as Spain’s second preparatory fixture following a previous loss to Italy, showcased Brown’s exceptional performance on the court.
Brown, who scored 14 points on flawless 5-5 field shooting, also contributed significantly with six assists, demonstrating his pivotal role in Spain’s offensive strategy. His seamless integration back into the team was pivotal, providing both scoring prowess and playmaking finesse that proved instrumental in Spain’s success.
The match also highlighted the debut of 18-year-old guard Sergio De Larrea, who marked his senior squad debut with an impressive seven points. De Larrea added depth to Spain’s backcourt despite the absence of key players such as Juan Nunez and Alex Abrines.
On the opposing side, Chris Duarte’s commendable effort of 27 points, including six three-pointers, was not enough to lift the Dominican Republic past Spain. The absence of superstar Karl-Anthony Towns was keenly felt, impacting the team’s overall performance.
With this victory, Spain concluded their preparatory phase on a positive note before entering the Olympic Qualifiers, set to commence on July 2. As hosts of one of the qualifying tournaments, Spain aims to capitalize on their recent momentum and secure their spot in the upcoming Olympic Games.
Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic, set to compete in Piraeus, Greece, will look to regroup and refine their strategy following this final preparatory match.
In a parallel fixture, Poland showcased their dominance with an 88-59 victory over New Zealand in Katowice, propelled by Mateusz Ponitka’s impressive 29-point performance.
As teams across the globe gear up for the Olympic Games Qualifiers, the stage is set for intense competition and thrilling basketball action, promising fans an exciting journey towards Olympic qualification.
