The Germany men's national basketball team is set to face off against the Latvia men's national basketball team in the Quarterfinals of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
The match will take place at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday, September 6 (Philippine Time) at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
Find out how to watch, live stream or TV channel and game time information for the matchup between the Germany and Latvia.
- Date: Wednesday, September 6, 2023
- Time: 4:45 pm (PHL Time)
- Venue: Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City
- Game Stats: FIBA
- TV: One Sports / ESPN+ / One Sports+ (Delayed: 7:00 pm)
- Live Stream: Courtside 1891 / Pilipinas Live (Android / iOS)
Results and Scores: Germany vs. Latvia
Germany
81
FINAL SCORE
79
Latvia
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 13 | 23 | 26 | 19 | 81 |
| Latvia | 16 | 18 | 25 | 20 | 79 |
In front of a passionate crowd, the Latvians fought valiantly to the very end, showcasing their determination and resilience.
The Germans seemed to have control of the game when they surged ahead with a 79-69 lead. However, the Latvian debutants, refusing to go down without a fight, mounted a furious comeback, embarking on a 10-2 run that saw them claw back within just two points, trailing 81-79, in the final minutes of the quarterfinal clash.
The stage was set for a dramatic finish, as Latvia's defense secured them a crucial stop, giving David Bertans, a golden opportunity to etch his name in Latvian basketball history. With the game on the line, Bertans hoisted a three-pointer in the dying seconds, but it agonizingly rimmed out, allowing Germany to escape with a nail-biting victory.
With this win, Germany advances to the semifinals of the Basketball World Cup, where they are slated to face the United States.
Germany's victory was a collective effort, but it was the Wagner Brothers, Franz and Moritz Wagner, who led the charge in the early stages of the game, combining for a remarkable 28 points and 12 rebounds. Franz shone brightly, finishing the game with a team-high 16 points, along with 8 rebounds and 3 assists. Andreas Obst contributed 13 points, while Moritz added 12 to the scoreboard.
Latvia, in their Cinderella journey through the tournament, put up a spirited fight. Arturs Zagars was their standout performer, tallying 24 points and 8 assists.
Bertans finished the game with 20 points and two rebounds, while Rolands Smits chipped in with 14 crucial points.
Game Highlights: Germany vs. Latvia
Watch the game highlights between Germany men's national basketball team and Latvia men's national basketball team in the Quarterfinals of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Video from YouTube Channel of FIBA
Preview: Germany vs. Latvia
The 2023 FIBA World Cup quarterfinals feature an exciting clash between Germany and Latvia, where the victor earns a spot in the semis against the United States. Both teams have surpassed expectations on the global basketball stage.
Germany stands as the tournament's dark horse, boasting an undefeated record. Their group stage saw dominant wins over Japan (81-63) and Finland (101-75) and a close 85-82 victory against third-ranked Australia. In the second phase, they left their mark with impressive 27 and 29 point wins over Georgia (100-73) and seventh-ranked Slovenia (100-71), showcasing their mettle.
Dennis Schroder leads the charge for Germany, averaging 19.8 points and 6.8 assists in just 26 minutes per game. Moritz Wagner shines in the paint with 13.0 points and 6.0 rebounds.
Latvia has been the revelation, overcoming their 29th world ranking. They stunned fourth-ranked France with an 88-86 victory. Although they faced a setback against Canada, 75-101, Latvia rebounded with a 74-69 win over top-ranked Spain. A convincing 20-point win over Brazil, 104-84 secured their quarterfinal spot.
Andrejs Gazulis and Rolands Smits lead in scoring with 13.4 points each. Arturs Zagars impresses with 12.2 points and 5.6 assists per game for Latvia.
Latvia ranks as the fourth-best three-point shooting team in the tournament, while Germany follows closely behind at 39.1% and 12.6 three-pointers made per game. The battle of sharpshooters promises to be a highlight in this quarterfinal showdown.
