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…
Player Watch: Dončić’s Record‑Setting Opener and Response vs. France
Slovenia’s talisman Luka Dončić opened EuroBasket 2025 by posting a rare statistical line—30+ points, 5+ assists and 5+ steals—in a narrow loss to Poland, then followed it with 39 against…
Tactical Focus: How Teams Are Guarding Elite Shot Creators
Early games at EuroBasket 2025 have showcased evolving answers to elite initiators like Dončić, Jokić and Markkanen. Teams are leaning into show‑and‑recover and late switches to avoid deep paint catches,…
Group D Themes: France’s Depth, Slovenia’s Shotmaking, Belgium’s Grit
Katowice’s Group D has delivered contrast. France showcased depth and late‑game answers in a 103–95 win over Slovenia, with Sylvain Francisco starring down the stretch. Slovenia countered with a vintage…
Group B Temperature Check: Germany’s Pace, Lithuania’s Adjustments, Sweden’s Boost
In Tampere’s Group B, Germany set the tone by clinching the first confirmed knockout berth on the back of efficient guard play and wing scoring. Lithuania remain dangerous despite the…
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…
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…
Greece Move to 2–0: Businesslike Win Keeps Group C on Track
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…
Serbia Edge Latvia 84–80 as Jokić Hits National‑Team Career High
Serbia defeated co‑host Latvia 84–80 in Riga behind a towering night from Nikola Jokić, who recorded a national‑team career high in scoring to drive his team over the line. Latvia…
France 103–95 Slovenia: Francisco’s Burst Overcomes Dončić’s 39
France outlasted Slovenia 103–95 in Katowice in a high‑level contest that featured Luka Dončić at his best and Sylvain Francisco in headline form. Dončić produced 39 points with playmaking and…