Puerto Rico get FIBA Americas bronze
Filed Under (Basketball, Puerto Rico) by on 11-09-2007
Puerto Rico, through a spirited performance by Elias Ayuso who scored 39 points, beat Brazil to cop the bronze medal at the FIBA Americas Olympic qualifying event. It was merely a contest of bragging rights, however, as both teams failed in their bid to qualify for the Beijing Olympics on this round. Puerto Rico can console themselves with a great performance with the team shooting 50% from the field. Get more details about the event here.