Germany Secures Historic European Basketball Championship Title for the First Time Since 1993
In a tense and dramatic showdown held on September 14 in Riga, Latvia, the newly crowned European basketball champion was decided — the German national team.
This victory marks a historic milestone for German basketball, as the team regains the title for the first time since 1993, when they last lifted the continental trophy.
The final game was a spectacle of intense competition, featuring two persistent teams — Germany and Turkey.
The match was hard-fought and closely contested, with the Germans ultimately pulling ahead in the final moments thanks to their resilience and tactical mastery.
Dennis Schroder from Sacramento emerged as the hero of the final, delivering clutch performances with two crucial baskets in rapid succession that decided the outcome.
Additionally, Isaac Bonga, a talented forward from Serbian club Partizan, contributed significantly to Germany’s triumph, showcasing excellent skills and high-level gameplay.
The game featured four fierce periods, with Turkey winning three of them, but Germany’s determination and teamwork ultimately led to their victory.This win not only marked Germany’s second European championship — their first being in 1993 — but also reaffirmed their status as the reigning world champions in basketball.
The victory is a testament to their strength, skill, and team spirit, making it a proud moment for German sports.
Looking ahead, the team faces the upcoming qualifiers for the 2027 World Cup, while the Ukrainian team failed to qualify this year, missing the European Championship for the first time in 16 years, which remains a major sporting development in European and Ukrainian basketball.