Brazil LBF round-up: Vera Cruz Campinas fly into the semi-finals

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Campinas complete the semi-final line-up

A fantastic performance from the Vera Cruz Campinas sent them through to the semi-finals of the Brazil LBF play-offs after they defeated Sodiê Doces/Mesquita/LSB 87-73 in the deciding play-off quarter-final.

The hosts were in control for the majority of the game, seizing the initiative in the second quarter, where they established a 13-point lead.


Tassia and Babi outstanding

For Campinas, Tassia Carcavalli was outstanding as she scored 32 points and made four assists and three rebounds.

Here is her shot chart; she was successful with 8 out of her 11 two-point attempts (72%).

Babi Honorio was also influential, scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. For Sodie Doces, Juliana Ribeiro with 18 points was their best player. Frenchwoman Jessy Gneneka scored 14 points and 12 rebounds.


Semi-final matches

With Veracruz winning the third and decisive quarter final match, we now know the semi-final line-up.

Ituano Basquete- Vera Cruz Campinas

Sampaio Basquete – KTO/ Blumenau


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Sampaio Basquete and Vera Cruz Campinas have disputed the last two finals and there is the prospect of a third if both win their semi-finals.

Sampaio Basquete are the reigning champions for the 2019 edition. Vera Cruz Campinas are looking for their second straight final and the second championship after the 2018 tournament.

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