Yesterday started the equivalent of the Eurobasket but for the American continent, the AmeriCup, and big surprise with the defeat of entry of the United States vis-a-vis Mexico.

After a very balanced first half, Mexico went 20-13 in the third act to start the last 10 minutes in control, 56-48. A short-lived lead as Team USA responded with a 10-2 at the start of the last quarter, 58-58. But Mexico did not panic and in the wake of Daniel Amigo (13 points and 5 rebounds), Paul Stoll (15 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists) and Fabian Jaimes (13 points, 10 rebounds), Mexico passed a 6-0 to regain control and never let go.

Only Jeremy Pargo (14 points at 5/13) and Norris Cole (11 points at 4/10) reach 10 points.

The United States will play Venezuela tomorrow.

In the day’s other matches, host Brazil outscored Canada 72-63 as they were unable to rely on their NBA players, like in World Cup qualifying.