On August 30th , Germany continued its strong performance in the second round of Group B of the 2025 European Championship, defeating Sweden 105-83. Franz Wagner and Dennis Schröder combined for 44 points, becoming the key to the team's victory.

Germany dominated the game from the outset. They established a double-digit lead by the end of the first quarter and maintained the lead throughout. By halftime, Germany's field goal percentage was a staggering 62% , and it remained at 61% for the entire game , demonstrating exceptional offensive efficiency. In contrast, Sweden, missing key players Pelle Larsson and Simon Birgund, struggled mightily, but their shooting percentage was only 45% , unable to close the gap.

Wagner was named Player of the Game. He played just 23 minutes but scored 21 points, shooting 6 -for -11 from the field, showcasing his versatile skills. Schroder led the team in scoring, scoring a game-high 23 points and dishing out 7 assists. For Sweden, Melvin Panzar had a strong performance, scoring 18 points, but Sweden still lost.

Germany took full advantage of their opponent's lack of interior players, making 26 of 33 free throws and 11 three-pointers, showing their firepower blossoming from multiple angles. Sweden, on the other hand, only got 14 free throws and their shooting percentage was not high, making only 6 of them .

Germany showed strong competition in Tampere. They will next face Lithuania, aiming for a third consecutive group stage victory, while Sweden will face England.