Flamengo defeat Caxias to claim second NBB victory

Flamengo have claimed a 77-59 victory over Caxias in the third round of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) on Friday evening at Maracanãzinho, securing their second win of the campaign.

After an evenly contested opening half, the side emerged from the interval with intensity and built a decisive advantage in the third quarter, winning the period 28-9. With solid defensive work and coordinated attacking play, Flamengo dominated the second half and sealed the triumph.

The club return to action on Sunday at 11am at Maracanãzinho to face União Corinthians in the fourth round of the NBB.

First quarter

Flamengo began with intensity, opening a 6-0 lead in the opening minutes through three-pointers from Yago and Yan Djalo. Caxias responded, but the Rubro-Negro maintained their advantage, with Luis Montero providing a strong dunk and Ruan Miranda adding a basket to reach 10-5. Late in the quarter, Djalo returned from beyond the arc for his second three-pointer, while Douglas Santos also converted from distance. Despite a late rally from the visitors, Flamengo closed the opening period ahead at 17-15.

Second quarter

Flamengo continued their intensity into the second period and extended their lead through a three-pointer from Franco Baralle, a three-point play from Daniel Onwenu and a dunk from Douglas Santos, moving to 25-15. Caxias attempted to get back into the contest through three-point shooting from Isaac, but the Rubro-Negro remained in control. Luis Montero also performed well in attack, converting a two-pointer plus the foul shot. Late in the quarter, Flamengo managed their lead with another Baralle three-pointer in the final second, taking a 35-27 advantage into half-time.

Third quarter

Flamengo came out of the break at pace and quickly extended their advantage through quality plays from Ruan Miranda, Yago and Alex Negrete. The Rubro-Negro point guard orchestrated the offence, contributing baskets and assists, while Negrete was active both in driving lanes and from long range. With consistent defensive pressure, Flamengo limited Caxias to just nine points in the period and stretched their lead to 27 points. Luis Montero was also prominent in attack, while Franco Baralle closed the quarter with a three-pointer. Dominant at both ends of the floor, Mengão won the period 28-9 and entered the final quarter leading 63-36.

Fourth quarter

With a commanding scoreline, Flamengo returned for the final period in control. Caxias made an early push to cut into the deficit, but the Rubro-Negro maintained their authority. Igor de Jesus was the standout performer of the quarter with two dunks and a three-pointer, while Yago contributed vital assists in orchestrating the offence. Ruan Miranda also impressed in attack with a strong dunk and another two-pointer. Late on, Alex Negrete helped consolidate the win. Flamengo comfortably confirmed the 77-59 victory at Maracanãzinho.

Next fixture

Flamengo v União Corinthians

NBB – Matchday 4

Date: Sunday, 1 November

Kick-off: 11am BRT

Venue: Maracanãzinho, Rio de Janeiro

Starting five

Yago, Negrete, Montero, Djalo, Ruan.

Head Coach: Demétrius Ferracciú.