In an exciting matchup at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, La Familia emerged victorious over The Nawf in The Basketball Tournament (TBT). The final score was 81-64, with La Familia’s balanced attack and efficient shooting proving too much for their opponents.
La Familia’s offense was led by Kerem Kanter, who put up an impressive 26 points on 10-of-12 shooting, including 2-of-2 from beyond the arc. Eric Bledsoe contributed 16 points and 9 assists, while Nate Sestina added 15 points, hitting 4 three-pointers.
The Nawf struggled to find their rhythm offensively, shooting just 28.9% from the field compared to La Familia’s 44.8%. Roberto Gallinat was their top scorer with 19 points, including three 3-pointers, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with La Familia’s firepower.
La Familia dominated the boards, outrebounding The Nawf 48-34. Willie Cauley-Stein led the way with 16 rebounds, while also adding 8 points and 2 blocks.
The game saw some heated moments, with technical fouls called on Damion Rosser of The Nawf and Aaron Harrison of La Familia.
This victory puts La Familia in a strong position as they continue their journey through the TBT Lexington Region, showcasing the talent and competitiveness that makes this tournament a summer basketball highlight.