Greece handled their business to reach 2–0, taking care of Cyprus in Limassol with a measured performance that emphasized defensive control and paint touches. With Giannis Antetokounmpo involved from the…
Belgium Rally Late to Deny Iceland in Katowice
Belgium produced a late surge to complete a comeback win over Iceland, flipping a game they trailed for more than three quarters. The turnaround hinged on defensive stops, smarter fouling…
Riga Final Phase: What Changes When the Tournament Moves to Latvia?
Once the group phase wraps, EuroBasket 2025 consolidates in Riga for the knockout rounds. The competitive fabric hardens immediately: it’s single‑elimination from the Round of 16 onward, and game plans…
Group A Round‑Up: Spain’s Recovery Path, Estonia’s Lift, Turkey’s Steady Start
Group A began with turbulence as the holders Spain stumbled in Limassol (inter‑group context) and rivals sensed opportunity. In Riga, Estonia fed off an extraordinary traveling contingent to claim a…
Group C Picture: Greece in Control, Georgia Disruptive, Spain Chasing
Group C in Limassol flipped quicker than expected. Greece are trending as planned after a professional 2–0 start, controlling tempo and possessions while bringing squad pieces along. Georgia detonated the…
Numbers Check: Possession Game, Free Throws and the Value of Second Chances
Box scores from the first days in all four cities point to three swing factors. First, turnover percentage: teams that stay under 12% are winning disproportionately as live‑ball mistakes generate…
Discipline Matters: FIBA Statement After Germany–Lithuania Incident
EuroBasket’s governing body issued a statement following an incident during the Germany–Lithuania game in Tampere involving racist verbal abuse directed at Germany guard Dennis Schröder. FIBA confirmed that the spectator…
Frontcourt Clinic: How Jokić Bent Latvia’s Coverage
Nikola Jokić faced a clear strategic bet from Latvia: turn him into a scorer, shrink passing windows, and live with contested twos. The response was emphatic. By establishing deep seals…
Host City Guide: Tampere’s Group B Theater
Tampere’s Nokia Arena has quickly developed a unique EuroBasket soundtrack. The building has hosted a mix of powerhouse showings—Germany’s 3–0 start with a clincher over Lithuania—and breakout performances like Lauri…
Germany First to Clinch Knockout Berth with 107–88 Win over Lithuania
Germany became the first team to secure a Round‑of‑16 berth after a 107–88 win against Lithuania in Tampere. Dennis Schröder led with 26 points and on‑ball tempo control, while Franz…