LJUBLJANA (Slovenia) - Franz Wagner outdueled Luka Doncic as Germany started their FIBA EuroBasket 2025 preparations with a 103-89 win over Slovenia in Ljubljana.
With Dennis Schroder, Daniel Theis, and Maodo Lo not available for Germany, Wagner helped Germany, along with 18 points on 7-for-10 shooting in just 17 minutes on the court. Doncic had 19 points and 5 rebounds for the Slovenians.
The world champions drew first blood in a game where they led for the majority of the game, with their lead peaking at 18 points.
David Kramer also had 18 points for the victors, supported by 15 from Isaac Bonga. Gregor Hrovat amassed 15 points for Slovenia.
Top performers: Both Doncic and Wagner didn't disappoint during their time on the court, delivering stellar performances for their respective teams. The two will lock horns again on Sunday. Kramer certainly made a name for himself, though, as he shot 6-for-9 from the field for his 18.
Up next: Slovenia and Germany will meet again on Sunday in Mannheim, Germany, with Slovenia travelling to Klaipeda to take on Lithuania, on August 15, while the world champions head across to Munich on the same day to face Türkiye.
Other games
Finland 105-62 Belgium
Lauri Markkanen was unstoppable as he led Finland to a comfortable 105-62 win over Belgium. Markkanen exploded for 48 points and 9 rebounds in just 25 minutes on the floor. Vliet Van led Belgium with 12 points.
France 74-67 Great Britain
France made it two wins out of two in their EuroBasket preparation with a 74-67 win over Great Britain in Pau. After a close opening, the hosts gradually strode clear from the Brits, who showed great fight and determination but lose their opening warm-up.
Team | Record | Win % |
|---|---|---|
Italy | 2-0 | 100% |
Serbia | 2-0 | 100% |
Lithuania | 2-0 | 100% |
France | 2-0 | 100% |
Finland | 1-0 | 100% |
Germany | 1-0 | 100% |
Greece | 1-0 | 100% |
Estonia | 2-1 | 67% |
Portugal | 1-1 | 50% |
Israel | 1-1 | 50% |
Spain | 1-1 | 50% |
Poland | 1-2 | 33% |
Great Britain | 0-1 | 0% |
Montenegro | 0-1 | 0% |
Slovenia | 0-1 | 0% |
Türkiye | 0-1 | 0% |
Belgium | 0-2 | 0% |
Czechia | 0-2 | 0% |
Georgia | 0-2 | 0% |
Iceland | 0-2 | 0% |
Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0-3 | 0% |
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