The Bahamas secured a spot in the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup despite closing their qualification campaign with a 105-83 loss to Group D winners, the United States, at Sir Kendal Isaacs Gymnasium in Nassau on Sunday night.

The Bahamians, along with Puerto Rico, joined the United States in progressing to the FIBA AmeriCup Tournament, set for August 23-31 in Nicaragua, after Cuba forfeited their final contest against Puerto Rico on Monday.

It was an impressive performance on the road for the Americans, who led for all but 49 seconds of the first quarter before taking control in the second period. With the Bahamas cutting the deficit to 28-27, the USA responded with an 8-0 run before another 7-0 surge pushed their lead to double digits at 45-33.

The Bahamas never recovered from there, as they ultimately failed to get within 11 points for the remainder of the game.

Bahamas and United States in action. (Photos: FIBA Americas)

Nassir Little, with 16 points and seven rebounds, and Javonte Smart, who also had 16 points, six rebounds, and three assists, led the way for the Americans. Ron Baker (11 points, seven blocks), Jaylen Nowell (15 points), and Jahmius Ramsey (11 points) also contributed to the win.

Meanwhile, Dominic Bridgewater, with 19 points (8-for-19 shooting), was the standout player for the Bahamas. Franco Miller (18 points, 4 assists) and Lathaniel Bastian (10 points, 9 rebounds) were the other noteworthy contributors.

With a 5-1 record, the USA topped Group D and heads into the FIBA AmeriCup as one of the tournament favorites, while the Bahamas and Puerto Rico will be hoping to improve their quality of play to give a good account at the much-anticipated tournament.