Peachtree Hoops: 2011 FIBA Americas Championship: Al Horford Leads Dominican Republic To 90-60 Victory Over Cuba

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Al Horford led four Dominican Republic players in double figures with 24 points as John Calipari's squad went on to defeat Cuba by a score of 90-60. Horford finished with a game high 24 points as the Dominican Republic set the tone early and cruised home late. The Cuban team is one of the weakest teams in the tournament field having not finished higher than 10th since 1999. 

The replay of this game can be watched online via ESPN3.com. Here is a look at the remaining schedule for the Dominican Republic in the preliminary round. 

Aug 30	Vs Cuba	W 90-60
Aug 31	Vs Venezuela	10:30 a.m.
Sept 1	Vs Canada	5:00 p.m.
Sept 2	Vs Brazil	5:00 p.m.

More thorough recap to come.

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