The University of Texas at Austin Athletics
Turner, Team USA defeat Argentina, 118-64, in FIBA Americas U18 Pool Play
06.22.2014 | Men's Basketball
Incoming UT freshman records five points, four rebounds and game-high four blocks in 14 minutes.
USA Basketball official web site
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Incoming University of Texas freshman Myles Turner posted five points, four rebounds and a game-high four blocked shots to help Team USA to a 118-64 victory against Argentina in the team's third game of the 2014 FIBA Americas U18 Championship on Sunday evening. Turner started the game and converted 2-of-4 field goals and 1-of-1 free throw in 14 minutes of action.
With the win, the Americans concluded Group B pool play with a 3-0 record. Through the first three contests, Turner leads Team USA with 12 total blocked shots.
Team USA will face Dominican Republic in the semifinals on Monday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. Central. The medal games are scheduled for Tuesday, June 24.
2014 FIBA Americas U18 Championship Results (Team USA schedule only)
Preliminary Round Group B
Sunday, June 22
USA 118, Argentina 64
Saturday, June 21
USA 100, Mexico 46
Friday, June 20
USA 156, Uruguay 58
2014 FIBA Americas U18 Championship Upcoming Schedule (Team USA schedule only)
(all times Central, all games at USOTC in Colorado Springs)
Championship Round
Monday, June 23 (Semifinals)
6:30 pm: USA vs. Dominican Republic
Tuesday, June 24
Finals
