Dolic Leads Charge as Croatia Edges Germany
Croatia snatched a hard-fought 91-87 victory over Germany at the FIBA U20 EuroBasket, powered by a decisive performance from its reserves. Germany held a slender 52-48 lead at halftime, but Croatia seized control with a commanding 27-16 third quarter, building a seven-point advantage entering the final period. The Croatian side, which shot an efficient 55% from the field, saw Dominik Dolic come off the bench to deliver 23 points, while Filip Majdak contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds. Croatia's depth was a key factor, with their bench outscoring Germany's 47-24. Despite Germany's 8-of-27 three-point shooting and 22 points from Nicolas Kodjoe, they couldn't overcome Croatia's sustained offensive pressure. This crucial win serves as a significant statement of intent for Croatia early in the tournament, injecting vital momentum into their campaign.