The EuroBasket 2025 tournament is down to its final matchup! In a stunning turn of events, Turkey will face Germany for the gold medal after both teams pulled off impressive semifinal victories. Turkey dominated Greece, while Germany overcame Finland in a hard-fought battle.
Turkey Stuns Greece, Advances to Final
Turkey delivered a decisive blow to Greece, securing a 94-68 victory. The Turkish defense successfully contained Giannis Antetokounmpo, limiting him to just 12 points. Ercan Osmani exploded for a game-high 28 points, showcasing his incredible shooting prowess. Alperen Şengün contributed a well-rounded performance with 15 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Osmani's performance was truly remarkable, setting a new record for the most points by a Turkish player in a EuroBasket knockout game. His six three-pointers also tied a EuroBasket Semi-Final record. Teammates praised Osmani's hard work and dedication, emphasizing his potential to shine on the world stage.
Germany Overcomes Finland in Thrilling Semifinal
Germany secured its spot in the final with a 96-86 victory over Finland. It was a collective effort from the German squad, with Franz Wagner scoring 22 points, Daniel Theis contributing a double-double (10 points, 11 rebounds), and Dennis Schröder leading all scorers with 26 points and 12 assists.
What's Next?
The stage is set for an epic gold medal showdown between Turkey and Germany. Turkey seeks its first EuroBasket gold, while Germany aims for its second. Before that, Finland and Greece will battle for the bronze medal. Don't miss the action!
- Third-place game: Finland vs. Greece, 10 am ET
- Gold medal game: Turkey vs. Germany, 2 p.m. ET