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: The Cerrado is often called an "upside-down forest" because up to 70% of its biomass is underground. In the state of São Paulo, native Cerrado vegetation has been drastically reduced from its original 14% to approximately 1.2%. 2. Sports Context: Cerrado Basquete vs. Bauru Basket

: Bauru has traditionally held an advantage in this matchup. For instance, in the 2023–24 NBB season, Bauru won both regular-season games.

The municipality of Bauru is situated in a unique climatic transition zone between tropical and southern temperate regions. This positioning creates a distinct ecological profile for the local Cerrado, which is a major South American savanna-like ecosystem.

: The rivalry extends to the U22 level (LDB), where the teams often showcase contrasting styles—Cerrado typically focusing on speed and athleticism, while Bauru emphasizes discipline and strategic defense. Team Dynamics :

: The Bauru region features a complex "Cerradão" (woodland savanna) in its southeastern interfluvial areas. Other local landscapes include:

: Fragments of this forest type prevail in the northwest.

In the Brazilian professional basketball league (NBB), Cerrado Basquete (from Brasília) and Bauru Basket (from Bauru, SP) maintain a competitive rivalry. Cerrado Basquete Wed, Mar 27 Bauru won!

: Found in valleys alongside permanently flooded riparian forests.