EuroBasket 2025 Day 2 brought exciting action and a major surprise, as Georgia delivered a stunning upset against the defending champions, Spain. Meanwhile, NBA superstars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Luka Doncic showcased their immense talent, with Giannis leading Greece to a comfortable victory and Luka putting up big numbers despite his team’s loss. France also demonstrated its depth with a strong performance, highlighting a day filled with memorable moments.
The tournament’s second day saw several compelling matchups. Georgia’s unexpected win over Spain was a significant turning point, demonstrating the competitive spirit of the event. While stars like Giannis shined, the collective effort and strategic play of teams like Poland and France also proved crucial. It was a day that truly set the tone for the rest of EuroBasket 2025, promising more thrilling basketball ahead.
🏀 Poland’s Jordan Loyd Edges Luka Doncic
In a Group D opener, guard Jordan Loyd was on fire, sinking seven 3-pointers to finish with an impressive 32 points. His stellar performance helped Poland overcome Slovenia with a 105-95 victory. This win overshadowed a strong effort from Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic, who despite putting up 34 points and nine rebounds, couldn’t secure the win for Slovenia. Poland took control in the third quarter, outscoring Slovenia 33-23 after a tight first half.
🇬🇷 Giannis Leads Greece to Comfortable Win
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo had a more straightforward outing. He dominated for Greece, scoring 31 points in just 29 minutes as his team defeated Italy 75-66 in a Group C clash. Greece showcased excellent shooting, hitting 62% from the field and converting seven 3-pointers, demonstrating their strength and efficiency in the victory.
💥 Georgia Stuns Defending Champion Spain
The biggest shock of the day came in another Group C matchup, where Georgia delivered an 83-69 upset victory over defending champions Spain. Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili led the charge for Georgia with 19 points, alongside seven rebounds and six assists. Georgia significantly outrebounded Spain 46-29, and Spain struggled with their shooting, making only 6 of 13 free throws. Despite Spain narrowing the gap to 61-58 in the fourth quarter, Georgia responded with an 11-2 run, securing a decisive lead. Guard Kamar Baldwin also contributed 12 points, including a crucial late 3-pointer. Juancho Hernangómez led Spain with 13 points, acknowledging Georgia’s well-deserved win.
🇫🇷 France Shows Strength Without Wembanyama
France, playing without Victor Wembanyama in the tournament, still showed immense depth and talent, comfortably defeating Belgium 92-64. Washington Wizards shooting guard Bilal Coulibaly contributed 12 points and seven rebounds. Another highlight came from Alex Sarr, who executed an exciting dunk off a running, behind-the-back pass from Sylvain Francisco, showcasing France’s impressive team play and athleticism.
