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Germany Routs Lithuania 107–88 to Clinch EuroBasket Round of 16

The reigning world champions advanced early with a third straight 100-point game, tightening the push to win the group for a smoother knockout path.

Dennis Schröder wurde bei dem Spiel gegen Litauen nach eigener Aussage rassistisch beleidigt.
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Overview

  • Dennis Schröder led with 26 points, Franz Wagner added 24 and Daniel Theis 23 in Germany’s third consecutive 100-plus outing to open Group B at 3-0.
  • The 107–88 victory in Tampere secures a top-four finish in the group and confirms Germany’s place in the round of 16 in Riga.
  • Assistant Alan Ibrahimagic again directed the team as head coach Álex Mumbrú remains hospitalized with an acute abdominal issue.
  • Germany’s remaining group games are against Great Britain on Monday and host Finland on Wednesday, which will determine first place.
  • Winning the group could help Germany avoid early knockout matchups with Serbia, Turkey and co-host Latvia from the crossover Group A.