Corinthians guard shines against Bauru, scoops NBB player of the week award | OneFootball

Corinthians saw one of its main figures being recognized for recent performance in the Novo Basquete Brasil 2025/26. Shooting guard Davaunta Thomas was chosen as the standout of the 19th week of the competition, following a decisive performance in the victory over Bauru Basket by 104 to 81, last Friday, in a match valid for the 30th round.

Even with only one game played during the analyzed period, the player had impressive numbers and was a key piece for the positive result of the team led by Jece Leite. The American finished the duel with 25 points, five rebounds, and five assists, in addition to reaching 30 efficiency, the highest mark of the game.

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Without the presence of point guard Elinho Corazza, Davaunta Thomas assumed a greater role in playmaking, helping in the offensive conduction and maintaining the team's rhythm throughout the entire match against Bauru.

From the start of the confrontation, the shooting guard showed confidence, alternating between drives, mid-range and long-distance shots, and contributing to play creation for teammates. His game reading was crucial to control the course of the match and prevent any more consistent reaction from the opponent, especially after Corinthians gained a comfortable lead in the third quarter.

“Elinho is a fundamental piece of the team for the way he distributes passes, so as a team, we needed to compensate for his absence. Attacking the basket was good for me and I managed to maintain aggressiveness”, he commented.

The individual performance accompanies the great collective moment experienced by Corinthians. The triumph against Bauru marked the team's eighth consecutive victory in the NBB, establishing the longest streak since the club resumed the sport.

The positive phase keeps Timão competitive in the fight for the top positions on the table, aiming to finish the regular phase among the top four, which guarantees home-court advantage in the playoffs.

“This shows that we are better than people thought we would be. We are happy with the victories, but we need to keep building on them”, the American added.

With the result, Corinthians reached its 22nd victory in the competition, being the eighth in a row. The team led by Jece Leite currently occupies the fifth position, totaling 52 points. The next commitment will be on Friday, the 20th, when the team faces Brasília for the 31st round of the NBB. The match takes place at 8:15 PM, at the Nilson Nelson Gymnasium, in the Federal District.

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