Lithuania Dominates Croatia
Lithuania delivered a dominant performance to secure an emphatic 89-64 victory over Croatia at the Gargzdai Arena.
In this FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket clash, the Lithuanians seized control in the fourth quarter, outscoring their opponents 29-15 to seal the win.
Although holding a slender 36-32 lead at halftime, Lithuania extended their advantage to 60-49 entering the final period. A key factor was their bench, which contributed a staggering 40 points compared to Croatia's mere 2, and helped them shoot an efficient 33% from three-point range (9/27) against Croatia's 20% (5/25).
Sintija Aukstikalnyte led the charge with 12 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals, while Gabija Galvanauskaite recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. For Croatia, Petra Bozan put up a valiant effort with a double-double of 20 points and 10 rebounds, alongside 5 assists, and Lea Vukic chipped in with 18 points.
This commanding win serves as a significant statement for Lithuania in the tournament, showcasing their depth and clutch performance capability.