: Fragments of this forest type prevail in the northwest.
: While the Cerrado biome covers roughly 22% of Brazil, it is highly threatened by agricultural expansion. The local flora in Bauru is characterized by high species richness, only exceeded globally by the Amazon and Atlantic forests. Cerrado - Bauru
: Bauru has traditionally held an advantage in this matchup. For instance, in the 2023–24 NBB season, Bauru won both regular-season games. : 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! in the 2023–24 NBB season