Luka Doncic Scores 42, Slovenia Beats Italy, Reaches EuroBasket Quarterfinals

Luka Dončić led Slovenia to an 84-77 victory over Italy in the round of 16 at EuroBasket 2025, scoring 42 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Despite an early injury scare and Italy's late comeback attempt, Dončić's clutch free throws in the final minutes secured the win. Slovenia, who led by as many as 19 points, will face Germany next, a team undefeated in the tournament so far. Dončić's performance included 11 of 19 shooting, 5 of 11 from three-point range, and 15 of 16 free throws, marking his second 40-point game in EuroBasket history and placing him among the competition's all-time greats. Italy's Simone Fontecchio led his team with 22 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome Slovenia's star and team effort. The win advances Slovenia to the quarterfinals as they pursue their second EuroBasket title since 2017.