France and Georgia clashed in the round of 16 at EuroBasket 2025, with France seeking to build on its strong group stage performance. Having lost only one game while winning four, France had high expectations going into the matchup. In contrast, Georgia had narrowly advanced to the round of 16, thanks to a win over Spain, with a 2-3 record in the group stage.
The game commenced with both teams exchanging points in the paint, as Kamar Baldwin and Tornike Shengelia led the charge for Georgia, combining for 16 points. Guerschon Yabusele and Isaia Cordinier opened the scoring for France, combining for 13 points in the first quarter. Despite Georgia’s strong start, France’s pressure in the paint kept the game close, with the French team seeking to take the lead but struggling from 3-point range.
Georgia maintained its lead in the second quarter, thanks to excellent offense in the paint and tight defense. However, France tightened up on the interior and made life difficult for Georgia, converting on the other end to make it a two-point game with three minutes left in the second quarter. The Georgian team’s cold streak allowed France to take the lead, but a 3-pointer from Kamar Baldwin gave Georgia a three-point lead before France responded to make it a one-point game ahead of halftime.
The second half saw France open with a 7-2 run, taking a four-point lead. Georgia responded with free throws and a 3-pointer from Alexander Mamukelashvili, putting the team back up by two midway through the third quarter. France attacked the paint to cut into the lead, but Georgia’s contributions from Bitadze, Baldwin, Mamukelashvili, and Shengelia kept the team in the lead by four points ahead of the fourth quarter.
France’s player stats showed Sylvain Francisco with 11 points, Elie Okobo with 21 points, and Guerschon Yabusele with 12 points. For Georgia, Tornike Shengelia scored 16 points, Alexander Mamukelashvili added 12 points, and Kamar Baldwin contributed 17 points. The game’s outcome was a closely contested matchup, with both teams demonstrating impressive skills and determination.
The round of 16 matchup between France and Georgia at EuroBasket 2025 showcased the intense competition and skillful play characteristic of the tournament. As the competition progresses, teams will continue to face off in high-stakes games, vying for a spot in the finals. The outcome of this game will have significant implications for the teams’ standings and future matchups in the tournament.
