World Basketball News: Canadian basketball player Lu Dort revealed the reason why his team surprisingly lost to Brazil on Friday (1/9) local time. In the match which took place at the Indonesia Arena, Canada narrowly lost to the underdog team, Brazil, with a score of 65-69.

There is no denying that Canada is one of the countries with a pretty strong team lineup this time around for the 2023 FIBA ​​World Cup. They are filled with famous NBA players such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, RJ Barrett, Lu Dort, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Kelly Olynyk, Dillon Brooks and Dwight Powell. Even though they have what appears to be a fierce force, Canada has actually been tamed by Brazil. Canada lost 2 balls and this defeat surprised many parties. Looking at the strength on paper, Canada should have no trouble beating Brazil.

After the match, Dort, one of the Canadian players, revealed the cause. He explained that Canada played the match too casually. Their defense was poor and so it was easy to be penetrated by the agile and aggressive Brazilian troops.

“We were too relaxed on defense. They had a lot of offensive rebounds that allowed them to get back into the game. But we won't remember it for too long. We will focus on the next game, the day after tomorrow,” Dort said when interviewed by local media.

Canada itself must stand up immediately to be able to maintain its dream of becoming 2023 FIBA ​​World Cup champions. During his next match, he is eagerly awaited by Spain. The match against Spain will be a matter of make or die for Canada. Whoever wins the match will advance to the quarter-finals.

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