NEWSUkraine outscored Israel 84-68 to end a two game losing streak after a one-sided game. After two losses in a row Ukraine needed this win to secure their spot in the 5-8 classification games, and finish the Qualifying Round with a 2-3 record. |
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Croatia and Israel clashed in Group E hoping to find their first win in the Qualifying Round and after 40 minutes of basketball Croatia had the smiling faces with an 80-62 victory. Big man Miro Bilan posted a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds, Ivan Milekovic added 18 and Teo Petani added 14. |
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More HeadlinesLithuania stayed perfect after a 77-70 win against a tough Israeli team who showed great spirit for 40 minutes. Israel missed Sean Daniel who is suspended for three games, and the ill Or Brener while Lithuania enjoyed the new presence of the prospect Donatas Motiejunas, who arrived from Greece where he won the silver medal with the U18 national team. |
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Israel survived in Group B after a thrilling and hot temper battle against Georgia with an 84-80 win. Both teams entered the game knowing the loser will fall to the 13-16 classification games, while the winner would sleep better tonight, and the tension was accordingly. |
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