Corinthians host Unifacisa in fourth NBB last-16 game | OneFootball

On Wednesday night (29), at 7 p.m. (Brasília time), Corinthians return to the court to face Unifacisa at Ginásio Wlamir Marques in Game 4 of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) round of 16. The matchup could determine Timão’s future in the best-of-five series.

The team coached by Jece Leite comes into the game with the advantage in the series, leading 2-1. In the series opener, Alvinegro won 88-78 in São Paulo. In the second game, played in Paraíba, Unifacisa tied the series by winning 79-69. In the third matchup, Corinthians moved back in front with a 76-73 victory, thanks to a decisive basket in the final seconds.

Photo: Gabriella Tayane / Basquete Unifacisa

Probable lineup

For the matchup, the tendency is for the same starting five used in the previous games to be kept. Therefore, Corinthians are expected to begin the game with Davaunta Thomas, Victão, Elyjah Clark, Lucas Cauê, and Elinho.

Broadcast

The game will be broadcast exclusively on SporTV, Grupo Globo’s pay-TV channel. After the final buzzer, Central do Timão will bring a full recap with the main events of the matchup.

Next fixture

Given the situation, Timão can secure qualification for the quarterfinals with a win this Wednesday. On the other hand, if the team from Paraíba wins, the spot will be decided in a fifth and decisive game.

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