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''The Tenth Pan American Games'' (official report) In men's basketball, Brazil defeated the U.S. 120–115 in the final to win the gold medal.TENTH PAN AMERICAN GAMES -- 1987
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tournament was held from August 9 to August 23, 1987 at the same venue.

Men's competition

Participating nations

Matches

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Gold medal match

Final ranking

Men's basketball team, 1987 Pan American Games

Awards

Women's competition

Participating nations

Final ranking

Awards

References

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Basketball in Indianapolis

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