USA Cup Semifinals Preview (Wednesday, September 17, 2025)
by Buzz Beat Daily
Splash Gang vs. Mill City Thunder
It doesn’t get much bigger than this: two guard-dominated NBBA powerhouses going head-to-head in a semifinal that feels like the real Cup final. Mill City Thunder, last season’s NBBA champions, boast the electric backcourt duo of Dogana, the Italian NT scorer, and Quiroz “Q”, the rising USA NT star. Across the court, Splash Gang bring their own NT firepower in Dane Cho, the current USA NT guard and centerpiece of their lightning-fast offense.
Both teams thrive on pace, perimeter scoring, and creating chaos for defenses — expect a high-scoring, back-and-forth clash. Whoever wins here will enter the Cup final as the heavy favorite to bring home the trophy.
Virginia Cavaliers vs. Flashover
The Virginia Cavaliers have been one of the NBBA’s best surprises this season — not only competing respectably in their debut year but also powering their way into the Cup semifinals while staying alive in the playoff hunt. Led by seasoned playmaker Charles Nguyen and breakout forward Werner Saucedo, the Cavs have proven they belong on the big stage.
They’ll face Flashover, the reigning Cup champions, though not at full strength. Key starter Harvey Lahaye is sidelined with a groin injury, leaving the pressure squarely on Patrick Randle, Team USA’s starting center, to dominate the paint. With their championship experience, Flashover won’t go quietly — but the Cavaliers have momentum, balance, and belief.
Final Word
Tonight’s Cup semis bring drama from both angles: the Splash–Mill City duel of superstar guards promises fireworks, while Cavaliers–Flashover pits youthful hunger against proven pedigree. No matter who advances, fans are in for a must-watch doubleheader with a spot in the USA Cup Final on the line. Good luck to all the four teams tonight!
Last edited by Kukas at 9/18/2025 7:32:05 PM