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2023 FIBA World Cup: Canada beats Slovenia to reach semifinals as Doncic gets ejected

Canada's impressive run at the 2023 FIBA World Cup continued on Wednesday with a 100-89 win over Luka Doncic and Slovenia.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way for Canada with 31 points, while RJ Barrett added 24 in the win.

Doncic paced Slovenia with 26 points before being ejected for his second technical foul with 6:37 remaining in the fourth quarter.

The game was tied at halftime before the Canadians seized control with a strong third quarter, outscoring their opponent 30-21 in the frame.

Canada will play Serbia in the semifinals on Friday.