Australia too hot for Chile (31213)Australia has won its final game of the first phase of the World Cup, taking their tally to 3-2 at the cut off. An outstanding game from Michael Bridgewater has planted the seed of success in the next round. Bridgewater was unstoppable on Monday night, dropping 18-22 from all over the place. " At one point, I saw him chuck up a rainbow 3, something he has been stuffing around at training with when the coach isnt looking" explained Maverick. "It never looked like missing, its a party trick he told his girlfriend he'd dedicate to her while we are away".
Rumors circulating the u21 world are the Good Grief is carrying an injury. The star guard sat for the majority of the game. The coach did not comment on the situation at the press conference, but added fuel to the fire when discussing rotations. "Obviously when we have a guy or two injured, it gives an opportunity for our 2nd lineup to step up and produce, guys like Hughes really did that for us". Hughes first game in the green and gold was fruitful, knocking in two long range 3s.
Australia now eagerly awaits the next round draw. Regardless of their next opponent, there is no such thing as an easy game from here. The eight teams to advance through are Phillipines, USA, China, Russia, Italy, Serbia, Lithuania, and Australia. Number one team in the world, Spain, fell victum to the tough draw, being eliminated despite a 40pt win overnight to Russia.
MVPs3 votes- Bridewater (39pts, 18-22fg, 8 boards, 16.0 rating).
2 votes- Danxiang ( 19pts, 3x3pters, 3 assists, 2 boards).
1 vote- Santegoeds (13 boards, 5 pts, 14.5 rating).