Slovenia Dominates Lithuania at U16 EuroBasket
Slovenia asserted their dominance over Lithuania with a commanding 79-51 victory at the FIBA U16 Women's EuroBasket. Holding an eight-point lead at halftime (31-39), the Slovenians delivered a decisive blow in the third quarter, outscoring Lithuania 16-4 to build an insurmountable 20-point advantage entering the final period. Their superior rebounding, securing 40 boards to Lithuania's 33, and a more efficient shooting display (39% FG to Lithuania's 28%) were pivotal. The Slovenian bench proved a significant factor, contributing 32 points compared to Lithuania's 18. Ajda Praper led the charge with 11 points and 6 rebounds, while Anais Gobec added 8 points and 4 steals, orchestrating Slovenia's offense. Despite Vilte Lendziaviciute's 9 points off the bench for Lithuania, they couldn't counter Slovenia's relentless pressure. This emphatic win signals Slovenia's strong contention in the tournament, making a clear statement to the rest of the field.