Latvia advances to FIBA World Cup quarterfinals after defeating Brazil
Latvia advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup after defeating Brazil, 104-84, on Sunday night in Jakarta.
Andrejs Grazulis led Latvia with 24 points while Arturs Zagars added 17.
In a previous match on Friday, Latvia stunned defending champion Spain with a 74-69 upset victory.
Rodions Kurucs secured the win against Spain with two free throws in the final seconds.
Kristers Zoriks contributed crucial plays late in the game against Spain, scoring all of his 11 points in the last five minutes.
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