FIBA Issues Sanctions After Incidents in Argentina vs. Dominican Republic
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has announced the disciplinary sanctions resulting from the incidents that occurred at the end of the match between Argentina and the Dominican Republic, within the framework of the FIBA AmeriCup 2025, held on August 24 in Managua, Nicaragua. The FIBA Disciplinary Panel, applying the General Competition Regulations, made the following decisions:Sanctions for Dominican Republic
- David Jones: Suspended for two official FIBA games.
- Juan Guerrero: Suspended for one official FIBA game.
- Juan Suero: Suspended for one official FIBA game.
- Ángel Delgado: Suspended for one official FIBA game, with a three-year probationary period. If he commits a similar offense during this period, he will receive an automatic additional suspension, in addition to any corresponding sanction.
Sanctions for Argentina
- Gonzalo Bressan: Suspended for two official FIBA games.
- Francisco Cáffaro: Suspended for one official FIBA game.
- Juan Vaulet: Suspended for one official FIBA game.
Coach Pablo Prigioni was fined 2,000 Swiss francs.
The Argentine Basketball Federation received a fine of 20,000 Swiss francs, with 10,000 suspended for a probationary period of three years. FIBA concluded its statement by indicating that it will not issue further comments on the decision, reaffirming its commitment to respect, discipline, and the integrity of the sport.
