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PHOTOS: Best images from Australia’s 90-86 exhibition loss to Brazil

Clemente Almanza
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As the 2023 FIBA World Cup draws nearer, Australia looks like it has a few things to work out still prior to the start of the tournament.

Following a one-sided win in their first exhibition game, Australia lost to Brazil 90-86 in their second friendly.

The Boomers struggled to score points on an efficient level all game long. Josh Giddey finished with 20 points but on 7-of-19 shooting, 10 rebounds and four assists. He also went 5-of-9 from the free-throw line.

Meanwhile, Jack White had a much better outing as he collected nine points and four rebounds off of the bench.

Let’s look at some of the best photos from Australia’s four-point loss in this exhibition game to Brazil.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks towards goal during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks towards goal during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes to the court during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes to the court during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks on during a team huddle during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks on during a team huddle during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia drives to the basket during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia takes possession of the ball during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia reacts during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia reacts during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Leonardo Meindl of Brazil and Josh Giddey of Australia compete for possession during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Leonardo Meindl of Brazil and Josh Giddey of Australia compete for possession during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball towards the net during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball towards the net during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia of Australia takes a free throw during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia of Australia takes a free throw during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball forward during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball forward during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball towards the net during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia moves the ball towards the net during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: <a class="link " href="https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/players/10058" data-i13n="sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link" data-ylk="slk:Xavier Cooks;sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link;itc:0">Xavier Cooks</a>, Josh Giddey and <a class="link " href="https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/players/4660" data-i13n="sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link" data-ylk="slk:Patty Mills;sec:content-canvas;subsec:anchor_text;elm:context_link;itc:0">Patty Mills</a> of Australia react during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots the ball past Bruno Caboclo of Brazil during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots the ball past Bruno Caboclo of Brazil during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Patty Mills and Josh Giddey of Australia react during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Patty Mills and Josh Giddey of Australia react during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
Australia’s Josh Giddey (C) lays up during the international friendly basketball match between Australia and Brazil in Melbourne on August 16, 2023, in preparation for the 2023 Philippines-Japan-Indonesia FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / –IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE– (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
Australia’s Josh Giddey (L) drives past Brazil’s Marcelinho Huertas (R) during the international friendly basketball match between Australia and Brazil in Melbourne on August 16, 2023, in preparation for the 2023 Philippines-Japan-Indonesia FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / –IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE– (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
Australia’s Josh Giddey (R) takes a rebound ahead of Brazil’s Bruno Cabodo (L) during the international friendly basketball match between Australia and Brazil in Melbourne on August 16, 2023, in preparation for the 2023 Philippines-Japan-Indonesia FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / –IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE– (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
Australia’s Josh Giddey (L) drives past Brazil’s Marcelinho Huertas (R) during the international friendly basketball match between Australia and Brazil in Melbourne on August 16, 2023, in preparation for the 2023 Philippines-Japan-Indonesia FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / –IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE– (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
Brazil’s Bruno Caboclo (R) lays up as Australia’s Josh Giddey (L) attempts to block during the international friendly basketball match between Australia and Brazil in Melbourne on August 16, 2023, in preparation for the 2023 Philippines-Japan-Indonesia FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Photo by William WEST / AFP) / –IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE– (Photo by WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks on during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Josh Giddey of Australia looks on during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Jack White of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 16: Jack White of Australia shoots during the match between the Australia Boomers and Brazil at Rod Laver Arena on August 16, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

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