Three days after the narrow defeat against hosts Sweden, the German national team successfully took revenge and beat the Scandinavians in Heidelberg with 80:61 (41:31). The Spaniard Mumbru celebrated his first win in his second game.
The best thrower for the selection of the German Basketball Federation (DBB) was world champion Johannes Thiemann with 16 points in the SNP Dome on Monday evening. In contrast to the 72:73 on Friday, the DBB team was in better shape, although the NBA stars and almost all EuroLeague professionals were missing from the squad. Only Malte Delow from Alba Berlin was nominated for the second match on Monday.
“We had more rhythm,” Mumbru answered at MagentaSport when asked what went better compared to the first duel. The victory was “very important” and the international window was “difficult”. “It was fun,” said returnee Tibor Pleiß (35), “especially in the second half. We played as a team. Everyone can pat themselves on the back.”
In qualifying Group D, the gold medalist from Manila now has two wins and two defeats. In the last two games in Montenegro (February 20) and in Bamberg against Bulgaria (February 23), the German selection can take part in the European Championship finals, which will take place in August and September 2025 in Latvia, Finland, Cyprus and Poland. secure. In the table, Montenegro (7 points) leads ahead of Germany, Sweden (both 6) and Bulgaria (5). Three of the four teams will receive a ticket for the EuroBasket.
Before the game, Thiemann looked back on Friday’s defeat: “We actually had the game in the bag. We made some stupid mistakes,” said the world champion at MagentaSport. When they meet again, the team has to be concentrated for 40 minutes, not just 38 – then “we have a good chance of winning the game.”
**Given Germany’s recent success in the World Cup and this victory over Sweden, how does achieving qualification for EuroBasket 2025 compare in terms of importance for the future development of the national team?**
## World-Today-News Interview: German National Basketball
**Welcome to World Today News. We’re joined today by two experts on German basketball to discuss the national team’s recent victory over Sweden.**
**(Introduce guests and their backgrounds in the field)**
**Section 1: Rebounding from Defeat**
* **Guest 1:** Coach Mumbru emphasized the importance of rhythm in securing this win. Can you elaborate on what might have been lacking in the first game that led to the lack of rhythm?
* **Guest 2:** Johannes Thiemann acknowledged some “stupid mistakes” contributed to the loss. Do you think these reflect a larger issue within the team dynamic, or simply individual errors that can be rectified?
**Section 2: The Strength of the Squad**
* **Guest 1:** Despite missing key players like NBA stars and EuroLeague professionals, the team still managed a decisive victory. What does this say about the depth and potential of the current German roster?
* **Guest 2:** Tibor Pleiß expressed joy and satisfaction in the team’s performance, particularly in the second half. Do you think this game will be a turning point for the team, boosting their confidence moving forward?
**Section 3: Looking Ahead to Qualification**
* **Guest 1:** Germany currently sits in second place in Group D. What are the biggest challenges the team will face in their upcoming games against Montenegro and Bulgaria?
* **Guest 2:** Only three teams from Group D will qualify for the EuroBasket. Do you think Germany has a realistic shot at securing its place in the finals considering the competition? What needs to be improved upon to ensure success?
**Section 4: Long-Term Vision for German Basketball**
* **Guest 1:** This victory comes after Germany’s World Cup success. What does this recent win signify for the long-term development and growth of German basketball?
* **Guest 2:** Looking ahead to the 2025 EuroBasket, what are your expectations for the German national team? What are the key factors that will determine their potential for success on that stage?
**Closing:**
* Thank you both for your insights and analysis. It seems like an exciting time for German basketball with the World Cup success and a talented roster pushing for EuroBasket qualification. We look forward to following the team’s journey and hope for continued success.
