20 points, and 15 rebounds in that period and playing a role in almost every rebound to help Iran maintain the lead throughout the half. Even though India remained co

Indias basketball team failed to make it to the semifinals of the FIBA Asia Challenge after losing to Iran 77-47 in the quarterfinals in Tehran on Friday.India still have a chance to qualify for the 2017 Asia Cup if they end up finishing fifth. The top 5 teams of this tournament will earn for their respective sub-zones an extra berth at the 2017 FIBA Asia Cup, which will be the first inter-continental tournament featuring teams from both Asia and Oceania.India managed to stay within touching distance of the hosts in the first half, by the end of which the score was 38-31. However, Iran took control of the game in the third quarter, in which India managed only 2 points.Hamed Hadadi was Irans most influential player, with 17 points, 23 rebounds and 4 assists. Vishesh Bhriguvanshi top scored for India with 14 points, while Yadwinder Singh secured 8 rebounds. Indias most experienced players Amjyot Singh and Amritpal Singh, both of whom had had a solid tournament so far, failed to make a notable contribution.Both teams took time to get going in the first quarter. Iran were first to start off the blocks with a three-pointer from Mohammad Jamshidijafarabadi. India came back strong with two back-to-back baskets from Talwinderjit Singh and Bhriguvanshi to take a 4-2 lead - the only lead they had throughout the game. By the end of the first quarter Iran led 18-14.Hamed Hadadi came to life in the second quarter, scoring 11 of Irans 20 points, and 15 rebounds in that period and playing a role in almost every rebound to help Iran maintain the lead throughout the half. Even though India remained competitive, Amritpal Singh, Indias focal point in offense was nowhere to be seen. Amjyot Singh was Indias top scorer with 5 points after the first half. Iran led 38 -31 by the end of the second quarter.Irans offense took control of the game in the third quarter stretching the lead to 64-33 by the end of that period. With six minutes remaining in the third, Bhriguvanshis jump shot was the only point India scored.India put up an improved show in the final quarter, outscoring Iran 14-13. But Irans massive lead in the 3rd quarter was enough to see them through.With a 2-point conversion rate of just 27% overall in the game, India were left to rue multiple missed chances throughout the game, with Captain Amritpal Singh managing just 6 points. Adam Lowry Jersey . The nimble-footed quarterback got his wish, dashing through the snow and a weary defence all the way into the NCAA record book. Andrew Copp Jersey .J. -- Marty Brodeur beat the Pittsburgh Penguins yet again. http://www.cheapwinnipegjetsjerseys.com/?tag=adidas-blake-wheeler-jersey . Having already announced that the race will start May 9 with three stages in Northern Ireland and Ireland and finish in Trieste on June 1, the rest of the route was unveiled Monday. Ben Chiarot Jersey . "We have always prided ourselves on the way we play defence. Having two big pieces back is going to be a key for us moving forward for years to come," said Knighthawks head coach Mike Hasen. Tucker Poolman Jersey . It just didnt show when he hit the ice. Berra made 42 saves and Kris Russell scored at 1:32 of overtime, lifting the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night.WINNIPEG - Winnipeg Goldeyes manager Rick Forney announced on Thursday that outfielder Tyler Graham has signed with Veracruz of the Mexican League and the club has signed veteran outfielder Mike Coles to a contract. Coles, 30, finished the 2012 season with the Goldeyes after being acquired from the Gary SouthShore RailCats in August. He hit .221 with seven RBI in 27 games last season with Winnipeg and helped the Goldeyes win the American Association Championship. He played in fivee games with the York Revolution of the Atlantic League earlier this season.dddddddddddd Graham, 29, was acquired from the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks for future considerations on June 10. He hit. 368 with a home run, two RBI and eight stolen bases in nine games with the Goldeyes. The Goldeyes have 21 players on their active roster, including 10 pitchers and 11 position players. Winnipeg begins a four-game series at Shaw Park tonight against the Lincoln Saltdogs. ' ' '