Germany wins Basketball World Cup for 1st time, holds off Serbia 83-77 for gold medal

MANILA : Germany has emerged as the champion of the men's international basketball world by winning the Basketball World Cup . They secured this historic victory by defeating Serbia with a score of 83-77 in the final. This achievement marks Germany's first World Cup title in basketball, surpassing their previous best finish, which was a bronze medal in 2002. The German team, led by Dennis Schroder with 28 points and Franz Wagner with 19 points, completed an unbeaten run through the tournament with a perfect 8-0 record. This makes Germany the fifth consecutive champion to go unbeaten in the Basketball World Cup. Despite being considered an underdog in the tournament, Serbia put up a strong fight and reached the final. However, they fell short in their quest for the championship. Aleksa Avramovic scored 21 points, and Bogdan Bogdanovic added 17 for Serbia. This victory is a significant milestone for German basketball and reflects the country's dedication to the sport. Germany implemented a plan to secure a three-year commitment from its best players for the national team, with a focus on the World Cup and the upcoming Paris Olympics. This strategy has paid off, as Germany has now established itself as a force to be reckoned with in international basketball. Germany's achievement in winning the World Cup demonstrates their growth and development in basketball, solidifying their place at the pinnacle of the sport for the next four years. (with AP inputs)