RD and Argentina clash tarnishes victory in AmeriCup 2025

Santo Domingo – A tense confrontation between the national teams of the Dominican Republic and Argentina overshadowed the end of the match played this Sunday at the Alexis Argüello Sports Center in Managua, Nicaragua, within the framework of the FIBA AmeriCup 2025. The altercation broke out right after the Dominican team secured the victory with a score of 84-83. Witnesses and videos circulating on social media suggest that the conflict originated after an exchange of offensive words between players from both teams. David Jones, Dominican player, was one of the focuses of the dispute, requiring the intervention of his teammates and the coaching staff to be contained. Several players from both teams intervened to calm the situation and prevent it from escalating.

Domi’s best shot

Here’s how the player David Jones hits went straight for David at the end of the match.

In another video that has been circulated, the Argentinian coach Pablo Prigioni can be seen addressing the Dominican player Vargas with words considered offensive, which possibly contributed to increasing the tension on the court. FIBA has not yet released an official statement regarding possible sanctions. It is expected that the organization will review the recordings and take the necessary disciplinary measures to ensure respect and sportsmanship in the tournament. The 2025 AmeriCup continues in Managua, where the Dominican Republic and Argentina still have chances to advance in the competition. However, the incident could affect the lineups and future participation of the players involved.