RJ Barrett puts up 27 points as Canada make history

CAIRO (FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2017) - R.J. Barrett produced another dominant display to lead Canada to their first-ever semi-final in the competition.

The rising star poured in 27 points - the second highest individual total of the tournament - as Canada saw off France for a 73-67 victory.

Barrett went 9-of-13 from the field as making 9 of his 11 free throw attempts, whilst adding 5 boards and 4 assists.

Canada will take on USA in a highly-anticipated semi-final clash on Saturday.