Quarterfinal: Greece 87 – Lithuania 76
Greece delivered a commanding performance against Lithuania, earning an emphatic 87–76 win to book a spot in the EuroBasket semifinals for the first time since 2009.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo led the charge with a dominant 29-point outing, backed by timely free throws in the dying moments that sealed the win.
- Vasileios Toliopoulos added 17 points, while Kostas Sloukas chipped in with 11 points and 4 assists.
- Kostas Antetokounmpo made a defensive statement with 4 blocked shots in the first half, stifling Lithuania’s interior attack.
- Despite a stellar double-double from Jonas Valančiūnas (24 points, 15 rebounds), Greece’s balanced offense and relentless transition game proved too much to handle.
- Greece poured on 20 fast-break points—far surpassing Lithuania’s total of 4—and shot 63% on two-pointers, showcasing their efficiency and athleticism.
Summary Snapshot
| Stage | Opponent | Final Score | Key Highlights | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Lithuania | 87–76 | Giannis (29 pts), Toliopoulos (17 pts), fast-break dominance | Greece advances to semifinals |
What This Means
- Revival of a Powerhouse: This victory ends a 16-year semifinal drought, marking Greece’s return among Europe’s elite teams on the international stage.
- Efficiency and Athleticism Win: Greece’s pace, explosive scoring, and defensive energy were the difference-makers in dominating a battle-tested opponent.
- Semifinal Showdown: Next up, a high-octane clash against Turkey awaits—setting the stage for a potential return to the EuroBasket final.
