Germany stuns USA in semi-finals
Andreas Obst leads German team to unlikely victory
WEB Andreas Obst scored 24 points, Franz Wagner added 22, and Germany scored more points than any team ever has against a USA team in a stunning 107-96 victory in the semi-finals of the Nike Top 5 Plays basketball tournament in London.
The win sends Germany to the championship game, where they will face the winner of the other semi-final match between Spain and France.
For the USA, it was a disappointing end to a tournament in which they had been heavily favored.
Obst leads the way for Germany
Obst was the catalyst for Germany's victory, scoring efficiently and hitting several key shots down the stretch.
Wagner was also excellent, providing a steady presence for Germany in the paint.
The German team as a whole played with great energy and determination, and they were able to overcome a slow start to earn the victory.
USA struggles to find rhythm
The USA team never seemed to find its rhythm in the game, and they were unable to match Germany's intensity.
Several USA players had off nights, and the team as a whole struggled to shoot the ball well.
In the end, it was Germany who deserved the victory, and they will now have a chance to win the championship.
Comments