Serbian 3×3 Basketball in World Championship Semifinals: Drama, Comebacks, and the Fight for Gold!
The Serbian 3×3 basketball team just put on a show at the World Championship! After a nail-biting quarterfinal, Serbia defeated Puerto Rico to reach the semifinals, where they will face Switzerland.
Drama Until the Last Second! The game was a rollercoaster. Serbia led 7-4, but Puerto Rico came back and took the lead. The decisive points came from Strahinja Stojačić, who scored a basket under a foul, and Puerto Rico failed to capitalize on their final attack.
Six points were scored by Strahinja Stojačić, Dejan Majstorović, Marko Branković, and Nemanja Barać (2 points).
Tough Opponent, But Serbian Grit Won! Coach Marko Ždero said the quarterfinal is always tough, especially against a relaxed and skilled Puerto Rican team. Although Serbia didn’t look great on defense, their serious character shone through.
What’s Next? The semifinal is scheduled for Sunday at 12 PM against Switzerland, who beat Latvia. The bronze medal game is at 1:25 PM, and the final at 2:25 PM.
This win is one of the most important for Serbia in 3×3 basketball world championships. Can they grab the gold? Or will Switzerland stand in their way? Drop your hot takes below and let’s see who’s the real expert!
