Disrupted Series: Airmattress for German Basketball Athletes - Initial Installation
The EuroBasket tournament, scheduled to start on August 27 and end on September 14, 2022, in Tampere, Finland, saw Germany face off against Serbia in the Supercup final. Despite a lively atmosphere at the SAP Garden, Germany suffered a defeat with a score of 81:91.
NBA star Nikola Jokic, considered the best player in the world, scored only seven points for Serbia. Dennis Schröder and Franz Wagner scored 12 and 26 points respectively for Germany, but their efforts were not enough to secure a win. Tristan da Silva and Johannes Thiemann had solid performances, scoring 14 and 11 points respectively.
The game seemed decided after three quarters, as Jokic didn't improve much in the second half. Germany managed to close the gap to two points, but a comeback wasn't enough. The defeat was a setback for Germany, who were aiming to build on their strong performance at the previous EuroBasket in 2022, where they finished in third place, securing the bronze medal after defeating Poland 82–69.
Alex Mumbru, the head coach of Germany's basketball team, is still working to field his full squad. He has not been able to do so in any of the four test matches so far. The absence of Daniel Theis, Leon Kratzer, and injured three-point specialist David Kramer, as well as the struggle of NBA star Wagner with his shot, has added to the challenge.
Looking ahead, Germany will start their EuroBasket 2022 campaign against outsiders Montenegro on August 27. They will also face reigning champions Spain in a doubleheader, with the first game in Madrid on August 25 (9:00 PM/MagentaSport) and the return in Cologne on August 27 (7:00 PM).
The EuroBasket 2025 is underway or about to start as of August 2025, with Germany qualified. Spain, being the 2022 champions, will be one of the top contenders in the 2025 event. However, details of Germany's specific schedule and upcoming matches against Spain in EuroBasket 2025 are not explicitly listed in the search results.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information on Germany’s current squad status and the schedule of any forthcoming matches against Spain specifically at EuroBasket 2025, you would typically check the official FIBA EuroBasket 2025 schedule or recent team announcements.
Germany will need to work hard to overcome their recent defeat and aim for redemption in the upcoming tournaments, including EuroBasket 2025. The team's performance at EuroBasket 2022, where they showed strong resilience and skill, gives hope for a successful future.
Other sports like basketball and NBA might offer a chance for Germany's struggling stars to showcase their skills, given their disappointing performance at the EuroBasket tournament. For instance, NBA star Wagner could potentially improve his shot in the NBA, aiming to return stronger for the EuroBasket 2025.
