By The Canadian Press
Aug 22, 2025 | 4:46 PM
MANAGUA — Canada jumped out to a 26-13 first quarter lead and never looked back, beating Venezuela 88-54 in the opening game of the FIBA men’s AmeriCup 2025 tournament on Friday.
Canada — playing in Group B with Puerto Rico, Panama and Venezuela — was led by Kyshawn George with 18 points and three assists.
Leonard Miller and Mfiondu Kabengele each had 14 points for the Canucks, while David Muenkat chipped in with nine rebounds.
Yohanner Sifontes had 14 points and five rebounds for Venezuela, while David Cubillan chipped in with 11 points.