The 2013 FIBA Intercontinental Cup was the 23rd edition of the

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for men's professional

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. The 2 game

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tournament took place at the Ginásio José Corrêa arena in

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, on October 4 and October 6, 2013, in order to determine the world club champion. The tournament was contested between the 2012–13 season

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champions,

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, and the 2013

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champions, Pinheiros Sky.

Series summary

won the series 2-0.

Game 1

Game 1 Box Score

Pinheiros Sky

Olympiacos

*Starters are listed in bold.

Game 2

Game 2 Box Score

Olympiacos

Pinheiros Sky

*Starters are listed in bold.

Rosters

MVP

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References

External links

2013 Intercontinental Cup Official Site2013 World Cup of ClubsEuroleague.net Intercontinental Cup Game 1Intercontinental Cup of Clubs Re-launched
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