Finland Reaches EuroBasket Semifinals Azerbaijan Wins Women’s 3x3 Europe Cup Silver

Finland reached the EuroBasket semifinals for the first time in history by defeating Georgia 93-79, with key contributions from Mikael Jantunen and Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen. Finland's bench depth was a significant factor, scoring 44 points compared to Georgia's four, and they will face either Germany or Slovenia in the semifinals. Meanwhile, the Azerbaijani women's 3x3 basketball team achieved a historic milestone by reaching the final of the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup in Copenhagen, securing a silver medal after a 21-16 loss to the Netherlands. Along the way, Azerbaijan defeated strong teams including France, Ukraine, Poland, and reigning European champions Spain, marking their best-ever performance in the tournament. Both Finland's and Azerbaijan's teams showcased significant progress and potential in their respective basketball formats at these European championships. The next key matches include Finland's semifinal game and the final stages of the 3x3 Europe Cup, highlighting rising basketball talents in Europe.