On September 8, Beijing time, the first semifinal of the men's basketball World Cup ended the competition, Serbia defeated Canada 95-86, returning to the World Cup final stage after nine years. In this game, Canada faced Serbia's interior advantage and the tacit cooperation between the inside and outside, and there was no way. Although their individual abilities seem stronger, there is little hope in sight for the whole game.
In the first quarter, Milutinov scored inside, Dobrich and Bogdanovic hit consecutive three-pointers, Serbia started 8-1. Barrett and Olynyk hit two back-to-back 3-pointers. Dillon Brooks scored back-to-back points, Dobrich scored with a basket, Bogdan scored 2+1, Serbia scored back-to-back points, 21-13. The two sides then scored on their own free throws. In the first quarter, Serbia led 23-15.
In the second quarter, Dort hit a three-pointer, Goodridge responded with a three, Walker and Barrett blossomed inside and out, and Bogdan scored five straight points in response. Dobrich scored with an empty catch, and Walker responded with a breakout to give Serbia a 35-27 lead. Then the two sides made free throws, and Barrett hit a three-pointer, and Canada chased down just five points. Dobrich hit a three-pointer, and Milutinov scored eight consecutive points on a row, and Serbia instantly pulled away. At half-time, Serbia led 52-39.
In the third quarter, Dillon hit a 3-pointer, Serbia missed consecutive errors, and Canada failed to grasp the counterattack. Jovic hit a free throw and Dillon and Walker hit back-to-back threes as Canada trailed 50-57. Dobrich scored back-to-back points to stabilize the situation, Alexander scored free throws, and Dobrich continued to score. At the end of the third quarter, Serbia led by 12 points 75-63.
In the fourth quarter, Serbia continued to widen the point gap, and Canada could hardly find anything to do against Serbia's defense. Moreover, Bogdan hit a three-point shot at a crucial moment to seal the victory.
In the game, Bogdan scored 23 points, while Dobrich and Milutinov each scored 16 points. Canadian Alexander had 15 points and 10 assists, Barrett 23 and Dillon 16. After the match, the Serbian team celebrates passionately as they face the winners of the United States and Germany for the title.