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9ae4628a-9c8c-df11-a5ba-001cc494dda6_originalMichael Gilchrist, once again has a monster game as he leads the way for Team USA U17 to the championship game today vs Poland.

Michael Gilchrist scored 30 points and grabbed 15 boards Saturday to spark a 103-83 win for the United States over Canada in semifinal action at the FIBA Under-17 World Championship in Hamburg, Germany.


Gilchrist, a 6-foot-7 forward from St. Patrick (Elizabeth, NJ)  regarded as the top class of 2011 prospect in the nation, connected on 11-of-15 field goal attempts and snared six offensive rebounds. His effort helped the Americans stay perfect in the event (7-0) and reach the finals where they will meet Poland – a 75-65 winner over Lithuania.

Marquis Teague of Pike (Indianapolis, Ind.) had a modest statistical performance with six points and five assists., but drew praise from USA head coach Don Showalter.

"Teague came off the bench and ignited our defense," Showalter said.

Team USA U17

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