On Sunday, Dennis Schröder once again proved to be Germany`s golden touch, leading his team to victory in the EuroBasket 2025 final. With Germany trailing Türkiye by a single point and just 1:15 remaining, Schröder executed a decisive drive past Kenan Sipahi, sinking a left-handed layup over Alperen Sengun to seize the lead. Shortly after, the MVP of the 2023 FIBA World Cup further extended Germany`s advantage with a crucial 16-foot jumper following a crossover on Ercan Omani. After Sengun`s subsequent three-point attempt missed, Schröder secured the 88-83 win by converting two free throws.
Schröder`s stellar performance earned him the title of 2025 EuroBasket MVP. Despite entering the final averaging 20.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 6.6 assists, he remained scoreless from the field until the second half. He ultimately tallied 16 points on 5-for-11 shooting, alongside 12 assists and three rebounds, a stat line bolstered by significant contributions from his teammates. Franz Wagner was instrumental in the first half, shouldering much of the offensive burden and concluding the game with 18 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and two blocks. Tristan da Silva provided a crucial spark off the bench, contributing 13 points, including an impressive 3-for-4 from beyond the arc. Furthermore, the reigning World Cup champions` path to becoming EuroBasket champions was significantly paved by Isaac Bonga`s unforgettable performance.
Bonga proved to be a pivotal force for Germany, excelling on both offense and defense. The 25-year-old forward delivered a team-high 20 points on an efficient 8-for-11 shooting, complemented by five rebounds, three assists, a steal, and a block. His perfect 4-for-4 from three-point range, combined with his pervasive defensive effort, highlighted his impact. In the final minutes, Bonga`s clutch plays included a catch-and-shoot three-pointer that put Germany ahead by one with under four minutes left, and a powerful driving dunk along the baseline to equalize the score with less than three minutes remaining.
As a team, Germany showcased impressive shooting from beyond the arc, converting 14 of 26 three-point attempts. Daniel Theis, the team`s big man, remained scoreless until he sank a crucial three-pointer off an assist from Schröder, giving Germany a one-point lead with less than two minutes left on the clock.
Germany completed the tournament with an unblemished record, marking their first EuroBasket gold medal since 1993, building on their bronze finish in 2022. This victory, combined with their remarkable 2023 run and an Olympic bronze medal game appearance in 2024, firmly establishes Germany as a dominant force in international basketball. It further enhances Dennis Schröder`s already distinguished FIBA career.
Türkiye`s Valiant Effort and Tournament Recognition
Türkiye, also undefeated prior to the final, began the game with a commanding 13-2 run. However, Germany swiftly countered, ending the first quarter with a two-point lead. Despite the loss, Alperen Sengun delivered a powerful performance, scoring 28 points on 11-for-22 shooting, along with three rebounds, three assists, and three blocks. Cedi Osman played the entire 40 minutes, contributing 23 points, including an efficient 6-for-9 from three-point range. Türkiye held a six-point advantage with eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter but struggled to maintain defensive intensity afterward, as Germany concluded the game with a decisive 22-11 run.
Türkiye entered the final boasting an impressive 44.7% three-point shooting average for the tournament. Yet, apart from Osman, they struggled to connect from long range on Sunday, with the rest of the team combining for just 3-for-16 (18.8%) from deep. Nevertheless, Türkiye remained competitive until the very end. Shane Larkin consistently challenged Germany`s defense by driving into the paint, Adem Bona delivered several impactful plays inside, and Sengun maintained his dominant presence throughout the game, mirroring his tournament-long performance.
The 2025 EuroBasket All-Star Five recognized stellar talents, including Germany`s Schröder and Wagner, Türkiye`s Sengun, Greece`s Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Slovenia`s Luka Dončić. Türkiye secured its second EuroBasket medal, their first since winning silver as hosts in 2001.
Earlier that Sunday, Greece clinched the EuroBasket bronze medal by defeating Finland 92-89.
