BAURU, MOGI DAS CRUZES MEET IN KEY NBB CLASH

MOJI DAS CRUZES, Brazil (Interstat) — A pivotal matchup in the Brazilian Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) playoff race is set for Wednesday as Bauru visits Mogi das Cruzes at Ginásio Municipal Professor Hugo Ramos.

The tightly packed standings add urgency to the contest. Mogi das Cruzes (18-13) holds a narrow edge over Bauru (17-12) in the overall season record across all competitions. Both teams are looking to build momentum for the postseason push.

Bauru arrives riding a wave of offensive firepower, having won four of its last five games, including a dominant 94-70 victory over Pato Basquete on March 24. The team is averaging 96.2 points per game during that stretch.

Guard Matheus Eugeniusz has been a catalyst for Bauru. He is coming off a 24-point performance in the win over Pato and has scored 21 or more points in two of his last five outings. His backcourt mate, Dontrell Brite, also scored 24 points in that game, giving Bauru a potent scoring duo.

Mogi das Cruzes seeks to rebound after a tough 72-69 overtime road loss to UNICEUB on March 23. The team had won three straight prior to that defeat. Their strength lies in interior presence and defense.

Forward Dikembe Andre anchors Mogi’s frontcourt, posting a double-double of 13 points and 12 rebounds in the recent loss. He has averaged 9.0 points and 8.6 rebounds over his last five games, providing consistent rim protection and rebounding.

The season’s previous meeting was a defensive battle, with Bauru edging Mogi das Cruzes 62-58 at home on Dec. 12, 2025.

For Bauru, the focus will be on maintaining its high-octane offense against Mogi’s physical defense. For the home side, controlling the paint through Andre and finding consistent scoring beyond Charles Hinkle (18 points vs. UNICEUB) will be critical.

Tip-off is scheduled for Wednesday night in Mogi das Cruzes. The winner will gain a valuable advantage in the chase for playoff positioning.