Botafogo defeats Basquete Cearense in an exciting match, for the fourth week of the NBB.
Fortaleza Basquete Cearense hosted Botafogo at the Ginásio Poliesportivo UNIFOR, in Fortaleza, this Sunday (27/10), for the fourth week of the 2024-25 regular season of the Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB). In a clash that required tactical adjustments and greater precision, Fortaleza failed to overcome Botafogo, who presented a solid and consistent performance, securing an impressive 77-52 victory.
First half: Botafogo dominate
In the first half of the match between Fortaleza Basquete Cearense and Botafogo, the Rio team started with an aggressive offensive attitude and an organized defense, gaining a significant advantage over Fortaleza. In the first two quarters, the Ceará team had difficulty converting points, finding a well-positioned defense that limited their opportunities. Botafogo took advantage of Fortaleza’s errors, especially in long-range shots, and managed to make the difference on the scoreboard.
Fortaleza tried to adjust their strategy throughout the second quarter to reduce the lead, but continued to have difficulty both creating and finishing plays, ending the first half with a 37-27 deficit.
Second half: Botafogo maintains the pace and extends the lead
In the second half of the match between Fortaleza Basquete Cearense and Botafogo, the home team returned to the field trying to reduce the deficit, but had difficulty overcoming Botafogo’s solid defense and the visitors’ offensive efficiency. Botafogo managed to maintain an intense pace, increasing their lead, while Fortaleza had problems in both attack and defense, making it difficult to react.
In the final minutes, tiredness seemed to weigh even more on Fortaleza, who was unable to close the gap in the standings. With an efficient collective performance, Botafogo consolidated their victory with a final score of 77 to 52. This result highlights the difficulties that Fortaleza will have to face and overcome in the upcoming matches to improve their performance in NBB.
The defeat at home highlights the challenges for Fortaleza, who will need adjustments in both offensive creation and defensive consistency for the coming matches. This result leaves the Ceará team in a delicate position, needing improvements to face their next opponents and remain competitive in the NBB season.
Source: Terra
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