USA Defeats Spain in Friendly Match
Brunson Leads Team to Victory
Malaga, Spain - August 13, 2023
In a thrilling exhibition game, the United States men's basketball team defeated Spain 98-88 in Malaga. Jalen Brunson led the way for the Americans, scoring 22 points and dishing out five assists.
The United States entered the game ranked No. 2 in the world, while Spain was ranked No. 1. The Americans got off to a slow start, but they rallied in the fourth quarter and eventually pulled away for the victory.
Mikal Bridges and Jaren Jackson Jr. each chipped in 12 points for the United States. Ricky Rubio led the way for Spain with 18 points, while Sergio Llull added 16 points.
The United States will now head to France for a pair of exhibition games against the French national team. Spain will also play two exhibition games in France, against the French and the German national teams.
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