Clinical Germany overpower Lithuania; first to book spot at Final Phase

TAMPERE (Finland) – Germany became the first team to secure their spot in the Round of 16 at FIBA EuroBasket 2025 after winning the unbeaten battle with Lithuania 107-88 in Tampere.

The Germans improve to 3-0 in Group B as they scored 100+ points once again, and handed their opponents a first loss in the tournament.

Turning Point

Both teams were red hot from three-point range to start, shooting a combined 9-for-12 in the early stages of the first quarter. However, Germany made the first move, ending the opening period on a 16-2 run, highlighted by a crazy three-point play from Schroder, to lead 32-20 after one.

Enjoying a lead as big as 15 points going into the third quarter, Germany saw their advantage weakened thanks to Rokas Jokubaitis, as his score narrowed the gap to 55-51. But then, Wagner took over, scoring six points as part of an 8-2 run to regain Germany’s double-digit lead. From there, they never let Lithuania get another look.

TCL Player of the Game

Daniel Theis was faultless all game long, and it was reflected in his stat line. He went 9-for-9 from the floor, 3-for-3 from long range, and 2-for-2 from the line for 23 points. He also pulled down 5 rebounds in 21 minutes on the court.

Adding to Germany’s spectacular display was the dynamic duo of Dennis Schroder and Franz Wagner, who combined for 50 points. Jokubaitis led Lithuania with 20 points.

Stats Don’t Lie

When you shoot 53 percent from the floor, your chances of winning go up significantly. Germany put on a stunning offensive display against a mighty Lithuanian side, but what’s more impressive is that they took care of the ball, only turning it over six times, compared to Lithuania’s 18.

That allowed Germany to score 25 points off those Lithuanian turnovers, while their counterparts only managed seven. Germany also tied the three-point makes record – since 1995 – with 19.

Bottom Line

Germany stamped their ticket to Riga for the Round of 16 with an unbeaten record heading into their final Group Phase games as they play Great Britain next. Lithuania will face the hosts, Finland, in their penultimate Group B game in what could decide second spot in the group.

They Said

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