Turkey encounters Poland in the EuroBasket 2025 quarterfinal, maintaining an unbeaten streak
Poland and Türkiye are set to face off in the quarter-final of EuroBasket 2025 at Arena Riga tomorrow, marking their ninth encounter in the tournament's history. This highly anticipated match promises a thrilling contest between two strong teams.
Poland, one of the host nations for this year's tournament, finished second in Group D with three wins and two losses. They have impressively ranked high in key statistics, with the third-highest points per game (90.7), assists per game (22), and total blocks (24). Their efficiency rating of 112.7 places them in second position.
On the other hand, Türkiye, under the guidance of head coach Ergin Ataman, dominated Group A, winning all five of their games. They have shown a unique blend of NBA pace and European discipline, earning them a new identity in EuroBasket 2025. Türkiye is one of only two teams to have won all six games so far, alongside last year's world champion, Germany.
Notable players in Türkiye's team include 'Daddy Sengun,' not 'Baby Jokic.' Their 3-point shot percentage of 45% is the best in EuroBasket 2025, while their 2- or 3-point shot percentage of 53.2 places them in second position.
The upcoming match between these two formidable teams will be a significant one for both sides. For Türkiye, a potential victory could mark their first EuroBasket semi-final appearance in 24 years, a feat they last achieved in 1997. Poland, meanwhile, reached the semi-finals in the previous EuroBasket in 2022.
Türkiye previously won silver as hosts in EuroBasket 2001, losing to Yugoslavia in the final. Poland's history with Türkiye is a mixed bag, with Türkiye winning in 2011 and Poland emerging victorious in 2009 in their previous encounters in the group stages of EuroBasket.
The match is scheduled to tip off at 5:00 p.m. (GMT +3). Both teams have reached this stage after impressive performances in the round of 16. Türkiye secured an 85-79 victory against Sweden, marking their first quarter-final appearance in the tournament since EuroBasket 2009. Poland, on the other hand, defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 80-72 to secure their second consecutive quarter-final appearance in the tournament.
As the competition heats up, fans are eagerly awaiting this exciting quarter-final match between Poland and Türkiye. The outcome could shape the rest of EuroBasket 2025. The coach of the Polish national team at EuroBasket 2025 is Igor Milicic.
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