Canada falls in quarters at men’s U23 world wheelchair basketball championship
TORONTO — Canada will miss the podium at the men’s under-23 world wheelchair basketball championship after a 58-45 loss to Japan in the quarter-finals on Wednesday.
Liam Hickey led the Canadians with 19 points and 14 rebounds while Ben Moronchuk added 18 points.
Canada will face Germany for fifth place on Thursday.
“We came a little bit short this game and have to give it to Japan, they’re a quick team,” said Canadian assistant coach Dave Durepos.