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Clemente Almanza

2023 FIBA World Cup: Latvia advances to 5-6 classification game with 87-82 win over Italy

Following its elimination from the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Latvia looks to finish its campaign on a strong note.

In its first 5-8 classification game, Latvia defeated Italy, 87-82. This comes a day after both teams lost in their quarterfinal matchups.

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After a 26-18 deficit following the first quarter, Latvia outscored Italy 69-56 in the remainder of the game.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Davis Bertans was limited to 19 minutes following his heroic effort in Latvia’s loss to Germany. He finished with nine points on 3-of-7 shooting, five rebounds and two assists. He also shot 2-of-6 from 3.

With the win, Latvia moves on to the 5-6 classification game to face the winner of the Lithuanian-Slovenia matchup on Saturday, Sept. 9.

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