Flamengo U22 90 – 70 Coritiba/Thalia LDB U22 | Brazil LDB U22 | July 21, 2026

Match Overview

Flamengo U22 delivered a commanding performance on home court, cruising to a 90–70 victory over Coritiba/Thalia LDB U22 in Brazil’s top under‑22 development league. The young Rubro-Negro side controlled the contest from start to finish, using superior depth and disciplined offensive execution to build a lead that the visitors could never seriously threaten.

The win kept Flamengo firmly in contention near the top of the LDB U22 standings, while Coritiba/Thalia – a combined squad featuring players from Coritiba and Thalia – struggled to find rhythm against a well‑organized defense.

Key Moments and Tactical Story

• First‑quarter dominance: Flamengo opened with a fierce 26‑14 run, setting the tempo with aggressive transition play and efficient inside scoring. The home team’s guards repeatedly broke down Coritiba’s perimeter defense, creating easy looks at the rim.
• Second‑half adjustments: Coritiba/Thalia tightened their zone defense after halftime, cutting the deficit to 12 points midway through the third quarter. However, Flamengo responded with a 15‑4 spurt, punctuated by two corner threes, and never looked back.
• Bench production: Flamengo’s reserves outscored their counterparts 32–15, a clear advantage that allowed head coaches to rotate freely and maintain energy throughout the 40 minutes.

Standout Players

Flamengo U22: The home team’s leading scorer, shooting guard Lucas “Flash” Mendes, poured in 22 points on 8‑of‑13 shooting, including 4 triples. Forward João Silva added a double‑double (16 points, 12 rebounds), controlling the glass on both ends. Point guard Matheus Oliveira orchestrated the offense with 9 assists and 0 turnovers.

Coritiba/Thalia LDB U22: Despite the loss, center Rafael Batista stood out with 18 points and 10 rebounds, often battling double‑teams. Guard Vinícius Costa added 14 points, but the team’s lack of consistent second‑chance opportunities (only 6 offensive rebounds) proved costly.

Season Impact

The victory improves Flamengo U22’s record to 9‑3 in the Brazil LDB U22, keeping pace with league leaders Pinheiros and Minas. For Coritiba/Thalia U22 (3‑9), the loss extends a difficult stretch as the team works to integrate young talents. The LDB U22, Brazil’s premier under‑22 competition, remains a vital proving ground for the country’s next generation of basketball stars.