RIO DE JANEIRO, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Flamengo won Game 1 81-74 over Universo in the best-of-five finals of the New Brazilian Basketball league (NBB) on Thursday.
In the opening away game, Flamengo, the reigning national champion, proved to be the stronger team, making crucial baskets and tuning up their defense during times of importance, looking to set its mark as the newest hegemony of Brazilian basketball.
Numerous offensive turnovers and stretches of scoreless minutes contributed to the home team's defeat, and its star player, point guard Alex Garcia was unable to carry the team on his back.
Small forward of Flamengo, Marcelo Machado led all scores with 32 points, and said the series is by no means over as he recognizes Universo's talent and is well aware they are capable of pulling off the same feat playing at Flamengo.
Jefferson contributed to his team's victory by pouring in 20 points and hauling in key defensive rebounds in the closing minutes.
Flamengo has only lost two games throughout the playoffs. Experience and leadership has given the team an edge over their opponents. Flamengo will host Universo in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, June 13 in Game 2 of the NBB finals.
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