In a thrilling conclusion to the EuroBasket 2025 final, Dennis Schröder spearheaded Germany’s victory over Türkiye, securing the gold medal once again. With just over a minute remaining and Germany trailing by one point, Schröder deftly maneuvered past Kenan Sipahi, converting a left-handed layup over Alperen Sengun to regain the lead. Shortly after, the MVP of the recent 2023 FIBA World Cup displayed his skill with a crossover that set up a crucial 16-foot jumper, extending Germany’s advantage to three points. Following a missed three-pointer by Sengun on Türkiye’s next possession, Schröder was fouled and sealed the victory by sinking two free throws, finalizing the score at 88-83.
For his standout performance, Schröder earned the title of EuroBasket MVP. Despite entering the gold-medal match with impressive averages of 20.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game throughout the tournament, he struggled to find his rhythm in the first half. Ultimately, he concluded the match with 16 points, 12 assists, and three rebounds, showcasing an ability to elevate his game in critical moments.
Franz Wagner also played a pivotal role in the victory, leading the offense during the initial stages of the game. He finished with 18 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two blocks, shooting 7-for-13 from the field. Off the bench, Tristan da Silva contributed 13 points and was particularly effective from beyond the arc, going 3-for-4 on three-point attempts. However, it was the stellar performance of Isaac Bonga that proved essential for Germany, as he recorded a team-high 20 points, shooting 8-for-11, while also providing strong defense and key plays at both ends of the court.
Germany collectively excelled from beyond the arc, making 14 of their 26 attempts. Notably, Daniel Theis, who had been quiet throughout most of the game, made a pivotal three-pointer off a pass from Schröder, putting Germany ahead with less than two minutes to play. The gold medal marks Germany’s first achievement at EuroBasket since 1993, although they secured a bronze in the 2022 tournament. This victory, following their remarkable journey in the 2023 World Cup and a bronze medal appearance in the 2024 Olympics, firmly establishes Germany as a dominant force in international basketball.
On the other side, Türkiye, who entered the final undefeated, started strong with a 13-2 run. However, Germany responded quickly, taking a slight lead by the end of the first quarter. Despite Sengun’s impressive performance, scoring 28 points on 11-for-22 shooting, and Cedi Osman’s contribution of 23 points, Türkiye was unable to capitalize in critical moments. With their outside shooting faltering—aside from Osman’s success—Türkiye managed only 3-for-16 (18.8%) from three-point land for the game, which ultimately hindered their chances of clinching the title.
The thrilling match concluded with Germany finishing the tournament undefeated while adding to Türkiye’s trophy case with its second EuroBasket medal, the first since 2001. In a separate contest, Greece triumphed over Finland, claiming the bronze medal with a narrow 92-89 victory.
