Uruguay's national basketball team was defeated 83-70 by the United States in the quarterfinals of the AmeriCup 2025 held in Managua, Nicaragua, ending their participation in the tournament. The game started with the US quickly taking an 8-2 lead through strong inside play and offensive rebounds, but Uruguay adjusted their defense and, supported by five points from Emiliano Serres, narrowed the gap. The first quarter ended with Uruguay trailing by only three points (18-15). In the second quarter, the US relied on individual plays and effective three-point shooting from Speedy Smith and Javonte Smart to extend their lead to eight points (29-21). Uruguay responded with tactical adjustments, including free throws resulting from fouls and technicals, and managed to take a seven-point lead at halftime (45-38), thanks to key plays from Santiago Vescovi and Luciano Parodi. The third quarter saw the US quickly rally with a 10-2 run, taking the lead at 48-47, but Uruguay fought back with Vescovi and Joaquín Rodríguez, tying the game at 60-60 going into the final quarter. In the last period, the US accelerated, capitalizing on Uruguay's mistakes and increasing their lead to ten points (74-64), ultimately winning 83-70. Santiago Vescovi was Uruguay's top scorer with 17 points, while Javonte Smart led the US with 27 points. Uruguay's team, coached by Gerardo Jauri, showed resilience and promising signs for the future despite the defeat.