| Sasu Salin | Estonia – Finland 68:76 Finland became the first team from Europe to advance to the World Cup. They edged Estonia 76-68 and took a 7-1 record in Group J. Finland opened the game with a 23-21 lead and increased to 11 points at the halftime. Estonia replied with an 18-10 rally, whilst Finland won the last stanza 19-14 to seal the win. Sasu Salin (190-SG-1991) stepped up with 20 points and Lauri Markkanen (216-F/C-1997, college: Arizona) delivered 18. Alexander Madsen (206-C-1995) followed… |
