FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019

[bisdak40]

Indeed, Gasol showed why he is a champion, he never gave up in the 4th quarter and he made some clutch shots.
These 2 NBA veterans are playing with a heart, Australia have its largest lead of 11 points at some point in the regulation but Spain fought hard as they want to win the game and be back in the Finals again.

Nerve of steel, that's what experience had brought to Marc Gasol, calmly sinking those two free throws to send the game to second overtime and that is the opposite to Patty Mills. His knees buckle to the pressure and that's very normal, have seen that a lot on crucial games.

Damn free throw....

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[freedomgo]

Another upset was on the plate, but Spain somehow managed to avoid it. The second semifinal will be an interesting one as well. Argentina has been in very good form so far, and I believe that they have a really good chance of upsetting France to qualify for the finals. If that doesn't happen, then we'll be having an all European final between these two neighboring nations, with Spain having the advantage.

Spain losing is not a big upset because they are not really a big favorites, but this 2nd game, it will be a big upset if the Argentina will win in the match.
The odds is x3 for Argentina if they win this game, so it's a nice and a very attractive odds for the Argentina fans.

Let's try to play some trend here, first game, favorites win, 2nd game, it could be the underdog that will win.
Also, just don't bet the plus points as the Spain won and covered the spread, if France will win, they might do the same.

[NavI_027]

I visited the live video of their game in Youtube during the 2nd quarter and I saw that everything looks fine for Australia, Patty Mills is on fire and they're having good ball rotation. Then I get shocked suddenly after I go back and read on the live chat that Spain already won. What the heck!? Another upsetting result for us .

If that doesn't happen, then we'll be having an all European final between these two neighboring nations, with Spain having the advantage.

C'mon! Argentina is more exciting to watch so I hope they beat France in the semis. I really want to see more flashy moves and magic passes from Campazzo .

[Natalim]

I visited the live video of their game in Youtube during the 2nd quarter and I saw that everything looks fine for Australia, Patty Mills is on fire and they're having good ball rotation. Then I get shocked suddenly after I go back and read on the live chat that Spain already won. What the heck!? Another upsetting result for us .

If that doesn't happen, then we'll be having an all European final between these two neighboring nations, with Spain having the advantage.

C'mon! Argentina is more exciting to watch so I hope they beat France in the semis. I really want to see more flashy moves and magic passes from Campazzo .

They had their own run but the problem is Australia give up their comfortable lead, they were out defended by the Spain in the 2nd half that's why Spain were able to make it a close game and the game went to OT. Also, one big factor that decrease the chances of Australia in OT was because Aron BAYNES was fouled out and Matthew DELLAVEDOVA made a lot of mistakes.

[bisdak40]

C'mon! Argentina is more exciting to watch so I hope they beat France in the semis. I really want to see more flashy moves and magic passes from Campazzo .

Campazzo and that old guy name Scola doing damage so far for Argentina. I try not to be too excited here as the game is far from over, anything can happen but ATM, Argentina is on the lead by 14 points. This time, please don't make me cry Argentina  .

[LTU_btc]

Wow, you simply can't love Argentina, maybe they don't have big stars, but they have amazing passion. And I can't believe that Scola is 39 years old, because he plays like 29. After win against USA, it's big upset for France, maybe they were already in the final in minds.
And Spain - Australia - amazing match with 2 OT's. Both teams were worth to reach final. Spain veteran players like have lot of experience in such matches and winners mentality. Not many of us saw Spain in final before World Cup, but they proved again that's too early to write-off Spain Golden generation.

[NavI_027]

Wow, you simply can't love Argentina, maybe they don't have big stars, but they have amazing passion.

They prove to us that you don't necessarily need an All Star team to win because what matters in basketball is teamwork and right harmony. Yeah! Having many NBA players to a certain team could be a big advantage but winning is still not 100% assured, it will remain pointless if you have are not well connected to one another.

If we will relate to FIFA, for me they are the counter part of Germany. Though Argentina got Messi, Brazil got Neymar and Portugal got Ronaldo, they succeeded against all odds . 

[rosezionjohn]

and Matthew DELLAVEDOVA made a lot of mistakes.

He also struggled to with his shooting today. Zero points in the fourth quarter plus the 2 OT's if I am not mistaken. To be fair to him, he did hustle a lot and maybe it was the fatigue that caused his poor offensive performance.

Wow, you simply can't love Argentina, maybe they don't have big stars, but they have amazing passion.

They don't have any current NBA players in their roster. That maybe the reason they're the underdog.

[Vishnu.Reang]

This world cup is really crazy. Obviously I was expecting a few upsets, but I never thought even in my wildest dreams that half of all the matches would turn out to be upsets. Semifinals were no exception. Australia were very unlucky to miss a spot in the finals. They fought really hard, but the experience and NBA skills of the Spanish players propelled them to a win in the second OT. But the other semifinal was a gem. No one expected Argentina to completely dominate the match. They won all the four quarters.

[slocker]

Like it or not but this is true. This WC was crazy all the way. No one expected to see Australia or Argentina in semis but they did. Maybe next one will be with little more respect for some countries that played here, some shown very good performance no matter if they didnt pass.

[spadormie]

I can't believe Argentina defeated France. I was wrong on my first post regarding my prediction on this match. Damn, Luis Scola together with his team will go to the finals vs Spain. Luis Scola is doing a pretty decent job 28 points and 13 rebounds is super big for the team. I can't believe that he can still be efficient despite of his age.

[Chrystora123]

I can't believe Argentina defeated France. I was wrong on my first post regarding my prediction on this match. Damn, Luis Scola together with his team will go to the finals vs Spain. Luis Scola is doing a pretty decent job 28 points and 13 rebounds is super big for the team. I can't believe that he can still be efficient despite of his age.

from the beginning, Argentina was one of the favorite teams and Francis was not the favorite team.. after seeing Francis defeat the US then the majority felt Francis had a chance to become champions (including me)  

however, Argentina has proven that they are a solid team that deserves the final. good job Argentina & Spain.

[Daniel91]

I can't believe Argentina defeated France. I was wrong on my first post regarding my prediction on this match. Damn, Luis Scola together with his team will go to the finals vs Spain. Luis Scola is doing a pretty decent job 28 points and 13 rebounds is super big for the team. I can't believe that he can still be efficient despite of his age.

from the beginning, Argentina was one of the favorite teams and Francis was not the favorite team.. after seeing Francis defeat the US then the majority felt Francis had a chance to become champions (including me)  

however, Argentina has proven that they are a solid team that deserves the final. good job Argentina & Spain.

Experience was important here and also team spirit and unity.
Argentina beat Serbia and France so they totally deserve to play in the final.
I'm really sorry because of Australia, they really didn't have luck today.

[Bttzed03]

I can't believe Argentina defeated France. I was wrong on my first post regarding my prediction on this match. Damn, Luis Scola together with his team will go to the finals vs Spain. Luis Scola is doing a pretty decent job 28 points and 13 rebounds is super big for the team. I can't believe that he can still be efficient despite of his age.

You are not the only one who made the wrong predictions here. Argentina played well behind another great performance of veteran Scola. He was supposed to be past his prime but I guess playing for country is so important to him. I'm thrilled to watch him do his thing against the likes of Gasol who was cold blooded in their game against Australia.

[SquallLeonhart]

Interesting so the final is Argentina and Spain. To be perfectly honest with you I wouldn't have guessed Argentina at the start of the cup, I wouldn't had any clue they would be so good and would come all the way to finals, I don't know who will win anymore because normally Spain is the better team but this is the Argentinian team that destroyed Serbia who was seen as one of the best teams in the cup, if not the best one.

France beating USA, hell even Serbia beating USA, they were all shocking so after 3 games I did not expected to end like this, honestly I wouldn't be shocked if Argentina wins over Spain at this point. Spain was the team that got destroyed by USA on friendlies, shows how little friendlies means anymore. I feel like Spain still has the best chance tho.

[hulla]

Spain goes to finals! but still what a nice game for Australia who brought a tremendous tough fight for Spain.

10m ago 11:31
Full-time: Spain 95-88 Australia

Ay, ay, ay! What a tense and tumultuous game of basketball!

When it mattered most it was the European powerhouses who stepped up a gear. Marc Gasol. What a player.

And Australia’s winning run is over - Spain go through to the gold-medal game of the 2019 Basketball World Cup!

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2019/sep/13/fiba-basketball-world-cup-2019-semi-final-spain-v-australia-live

Honestly, I respect Australia because they really played a wonderful game against Spain but Spain was able to handle the game till the end. With that been said, I never expect the Argentine would beat France due to the level they handle to the USA when they met them at the quarter-final like I said a couple of days this year tournament is full of surprises.

[Indymoney]

Spain goes to finals! but still what a nice game for Australia who brought a tremendous tough fight for Spain.

10m ago 11:31
Full-time: Spain 95-88 Australia

Ay, ay, ay! What a tense and tumultuous game of basketball!

When it mattered most it was the European powerhouses who stepped up a gear. Marc Gasol. What a player.

And Australia’s winning run is over - Spain go through to the gold-medal game of the 2019 Basketball World Cup!

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2019/sep/13/fiba-basketball-world-cup-2019-semi-final-spain-v-australia-live

Honestly, I respect Australia because they really played a wonderful game against Spain but Spain was able to handle the game till the end. With that been said, I never expect the Argentine would beat France due to the level they handle to the USA when they met them at the quarter-final like I said a couple of days this year tournament is full of surprises.

We already have many surprises now time for good and quality Basketball and as Spain performing through out look like they are going to have this years crown and Argentina is also doing good but they are not enough to handle Spain. Still I am very happy as we have many exciting matches and no one was expecting we have teams like France and Australia in Semi finals.

[harizen]

Argentina: 8.670

1 more push from the underdog Argentina.

I'm expecting a close fight from much dominant France but looks like they feel comfortable after beating Team USA. They have seen more determined and aggressive during their match against the tournament's favorites but on this game against Argentina, hmmm. They didn't even cover the given handicap spread. Congrats to those who put risks to these underdogs Argentinian team earlier.

And now from 8.67 for Argentina, now down to 2.3. Good thing I able to place yesterday on that high odds. Good luck to my risky pick as Spain is really the favorites here.

[Ranly123]

My black horse Australia has been defeated. I just thought they would win that match against Spain before that overtime. It was just Mills free throw that coat them the game. Anyways, Spain is now the favorite to win the championship against Argentina. Can the Argentinians have a higher chance of making an upset with this powerhouse team of Spain?

[Japinat]

My black horse Australia has been defeated. I just thought they would win that match against Spain before that overtime. It was just Mills free throw that coat them the game. Anyways, Spain is now the favorite to win the championship against Argentina. Can the Argentinians have a higher chance of making an upset with this powerhouse team of Spain?

According to the announcer in the game between Argentina and France, this Argentina team is like the cinderalla story, therefore I would go with them, they could win another championship after a long time, they are last champion in this tournament last 1950 and I think this is the first start of the tournament.

List of all time medalist are found here :

https://www.fiba.basketball/basketballworldcup/2019/alltimemedalists