In the Georgia vs. Italy match, Franz Wagner's fellow player shines exceptionally, yet Georgia still falls short against Italy
Germany and Georgia Shine in EuroBasket 2025
Germany and Georgia are making waves in EuroBasket 2025, with standout performances from their NBA stars. Germany, led by Franz Wagner, is preparing for their next game against Great Britain, fresh off a 107-88 victory over Lithuania.
In the game against Lithuania, Wagner scored 24 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and dished out 4 assists. Dennis Schroder and Daniel Theis provided valuable support, helping Germany clinch a Round of 16 spot with their third straight victory in the tournament.
Meanwhile, Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze is leading the charge for Georgia. He finished as Georgia's top scorer with 22 points in their game against Italy, shooting an impressive 9-for-13 from the field, connecting on one three-pointer in four attempts, and going 3-for-5 from the free throw line.
Bitadze's teammate, Sandro Mamukelashvili, also had a strong game, scoring 13 points for Georgia. However, Georgia's shooting percentage from the field (42.6%) and three-point range (14.3%) left room for improvement, contributing to their 1-1 record in Group C.
Italy's balanced attack and superior shooting (49.1% from the field, 10-for-21 from three-point range) proved to be a deciding factor in their victory over Georgia. Miami Heat forward Simone Fontecchio led the way for Italy with 14 points.
Bitadze and his teammates will face Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece on Sunday. As the Orlando Magic continue to make a growing presence on the international stage, both Bitadze and Wagner are demonstrating their importance for both club and country.
Germany's unbeaten run in EuroBasket 2025 positions them as one of the early favorites in the tournament. With Wagner at the helm, Germany looks poised to make a deep run in the competition.
