The Boomers made it back-to-back wins in pre-Olympics action, stopping Puerto Rico in a friendly game at Orleans, France.
Australia is slowly rounding into form ahead of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
The Boomers made it back-to-back wins in pre-Olympics action, stopping Puerto Rico, 90-75, in a friendly game at Orleans, France last July 19.
Five players scored in double figures for coach Brian Goorjian’s squad, led by new Chicago Bull Josh Giddey, who shot 6/8 for 19 points, four rebounds, and five assists.
Patty Mills added 15 points for the Boomers, while Jock Landale finished with 12 in a starting role. Joe Ingles and Josh Green contributed 11 and 10 points, respectively.
Meanwhile, Ismael Romero led the way for Puerto Rico with 17 points.
Since winning their FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament to make the Olympics for the first time since 2004, the Puerto Ricos have lost two straight. Aside from this loss to Australia, the team dropped a 65-67 loss to fellow OQT winner Greece in an earlier tune-up.
Jose Alvarado had a tough game against Australia, finishing with zero points on 0/5 shooting.
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Story Summary:
- The Australia Boomers secured a convincing 90-75 victory over Puerto Rico in a pre-Olympics friendly in Orleans, France, marking their second consecutive win.
- Josh Giddey, newly-traded the Chicago Bulls, led the Boomers with 19 points and was supported by strong performances from Patty Mills and three other players in double figures.
- Despite Ismael Romero's 17-point effort, Puerto Rico suffered their second consecutive loss following their victory in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.
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