Anthony scores 17 to lift Canada 84-61 over Chile in FIBA World Cup qualifying
VALDIVIA, Chile — Joel Anthony scored 17 points to lead Canada to a 84-61 rout of Chile in FIBA World Cup qualifying on Monday.
Canada is tied with Venezuela atop Group F at 7-1. Chile dropped to 1-7. The Canadians were coming off an 85-77 victory over Brazil on Thursday in Laval, Que. They played Monday night after more than 24 hours of travel.
“Obviously it’s really difficult playing on the road, especially with this format,” said Anthony. “To have that long travel and have the guys able to take care of their bodies. We stayed mentally and physically focused and came out and executed the game plan. Everyone really stepped up and did a good job securing us a really important win.”
Brady Heslip added 12 points, while Justin Jackson had 10 points and six rebounds. Anthony, a 36-year-old who won an NBA title with the Miami Heat, also had five rebounds and three blocks.