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CARACAS, Venezuela -- Despite a 22-point victory on Thursday, Canadian mens basketball coach Jay Triano was most impressed with his teams defence when the game was on the line. Brady Heslip scored 21 points off the bench as Canada defeated Mexico 89-67 at the FIBA Americas Championship basketball tournament. The guard from Baylor University was 5-of-8 from three-point range as Canada improved to 3-1. Canada saw a 12-point lead cut to just 60-58 at the start of the fourth quarter after being outscored 27-20 in the third. But Canada found its range and also shut down a Mexican team that was playing with a short bench. "In the fourth quarter, when we started making shots, the thing that we were impressed with most was that we scored 29 points ... but they only had nine," Triano said. "I thought our defensive effort in the fourth quarter was outstanding." Cory Joseph of the San Antonio Spurs added 17 points, eight rebounds and six assists for the Canadians, who will take on the hosts from Venezuela on Friday. Andy Rautins also had a big day for Canada, chipping in with 19 points, including 4-of-6 on three-point attempts. Gustavo Ayon had 19 points and 11 rebounds for Mexico (2-2). The FIBA Americas Championship is a qualifying tournament for the 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Spain. Curtis McKenzie Jersey . TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie tweeted that its believed the Flames are working towards a new contract with the defenceman. Marc-Andre Fleury Jersey . -- Thirty years ago, the Detroit Pistons beat the Denver Nuggets 186-184 in triple overtime, a game that remains the highest scoring in NBA history. http://www.officialgoldenknightsfanstore.com/deryk-engelland-golden-knights-jersey-c-4/ . -- Catriona Matthew remained atop the Airbus LPGA Classic leaderboard Friday, birdieing four of the last seven holes to take a one-stroke advantage over Charley Hull into the weekend. Keegan Kolesar Jersey . - After spending the morning in the hospital, Logan Couture gave the San Jose Sharks the spark they needed. Teemu Pulkkinen Jersey . - Hitting was supposed to be the Pittsburgh Pirates weakness coming into the season yet they lead the major leagues in home runs through the first 16 games of the season.TORONTO - P.K. Subban knows hes under the microscope playing for the Montreal Canadiens. After signing a US$72-million, eight-year contract, the star defenceman doesnt think much will change in that respect. I dont think (the microscope) can get any bigger, Subban said. Going into Wednesday nights season opener at the Montreal Canadiens, Subban is ready for criticism to continue. Just not from Habs fans. I dont ever remember getting scrutiny from the fans, Subban said after the teams morning skate at Air Canada Centre. The fans have always been supportive. Now as far as critics go, everybody has critics. But the fans have never been a critic of me. I think theyve been only supportive and I hope that continues. Subban is one of two rotating alternate captains aalong with Max Pacioretty, and that brings more of a leadership role for the 25-year-old defenceman.dddddddddddd You have to conduct yourself the way that got yourself, individually, success and more importantly got the team success, Subban said. I think theres new opportunities. I dont think that should change the way you are or the way you play the game. I think its just added responsibility. Youre just more aware of what your role is on this team. While the spotlight is on Subban and will remain there, hes at least trying to spread it around. Its not just me out there, he said. We have a wealth of veteran players on our team, a wealth of talent in this organization thats going to help us win hockey games. Its not just about one player. ' ' '