Tip-off at 1:45 PM marked the start of the EuroBasket 2025 Group A matchup between Czechia and Portugal, played at the Arena Riga in Latvia. The game was officiated by Liszka, Ciulin, and Zapolski.
Both teams struggled offensively in a slow, low-scoring first half. After the break, Portugal tried to pull away behind Lisboa, but Krejci and his teammates kept the game close. In the final minutes, however, Neemias Queta dominated the paint, while the Czechia managed just four points in the last six minutes. The Boston Celtics center ended the game with 23 points, 18 rebounds, 2 steals, 4 blocks, shooting 11/15 from the field.
Final score: Portugal 62, Czechia 50 — a strong debut for coach Mário Gomes’ squad.
Top performers for Portugal:
- Neemias Queta: 23 points, 18 rebounds, 2 steals, 4 blocks
- Rafael Lisboa: 15 points in 22 minutes
- Travante Williams: 10 points, 5 rebounds, 5 steals
Top performers for Czech Republic:
- Vit Krejci: 10 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists
- Martin Peterka: 8 points, 7 rebounds
The Czech Republic struggled offensively, finishing with just 40% shooting from two and 20% from beyond the arc.
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