Mykhailiuk's Masterclass Powers Ukraine Past Georgia
Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk delivered a commanding offensive performance, dropping 28 points to steer Ukraine to a convincing 95-76 win over Georgia at the Xiaomi Arena.
In this FIBA World Cup Qualifier matchup, Ukraine seized control early, holding an eight-point lead at halftime and extending their advantage to 15 entering the final quarter. While Georgia's bench contributed 24 points, Ukraine's superior free-throw shooting (30/42) and rebounding edge (41-34) proved decisive.
Dmytro Skapintsev completed a double-double with 17 points and 14 rebounds, as Oleksandr Kovliar chipped in 20 points and 6 assists, matching Mykhailiuk's relentless pace. Ukraine sent a strong statement in the tournament, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.
Despite 18 points from Marcquise Reed and 11 rebounds from Goga Bitadze, Georgia could not contain the Ukrainian surge. Ukraine's collective effort, highlighted by 19 assists and 8 steals, sealed their success and provided valuable momentum moving forward.