Greece U18 Basketball Team Dominates Israel, One Win From World Cup

The Greek U18 national basketball team took a significant step towards qualifying for the U19 World Cup by comfortably defeating Israel 84-64 in the EuroBasket U18 tournament. The win places the team just one victory away from securing their spot in the global competition.

Greece controlled most of the game, showcasing a dominant performance. Ilias Haidemenos was the standout player for the Greek team, delivering a well-rounded performance with 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 8 assists. Dimitris Poulo and Stefanos Gkikas also made important contributions, scoring 12 and 10 points respectively.

Israel started the game strong, surprising Greece and taking an early lead. The first quarter ended with Israel ahead 21-15. However, Greece shifted gears in the second quarter, improving their defense and mounting a comeback led by Haidemenos and Gkikas. They entered halftime with a 43-33 lead and full control of the match.

The second half saw Greece maintain their momentum, extending their lead into double digits and leaving no room for an Israeli comeback. With a steady pace and smart offensive choices, Greece secured the 84-64 victory, bringing their U19 World Cup aspirations within reach.