"Myles Hesson scored 25 points to lead Britain to its first victory in 12 years at the EuroBasket tournament on Wednesday, a 89-83 upset of Montenegro that ended their rivals' hopes of qualifying for the knockout phase. Britain had lost its previous four games in Group B but produced a strong collective display to break its losing streak and stun Montenegro, which needed a win to progress to the round of 16. Hesson also grabbed seven rebounds, and Akwasi Yeboah added 23 points for Britain."
"Portugal posted a crucial 68-65 win over Estonia to qualify from Group A, despite Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta's ejection in the third quarter. Estonia had a 64-61 lead heading into the final minute but Rafael Lisboa tied the game with 54 seconds left with a 3-pointer. Lisboa then added four free throws to finish with 17 points and five assists."
Britain defeated Montenegro 89-83 at EuroBasket, marking Britain’s first tournament victory in 12 years and ending Montenegro’s hopes of qualifying for the knockout phase. Myles Hesson scored 25 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Akwasi Yeboah added 23 points. Nikola Vucevic led Montenegro with 31 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, but Montenegro committed 18 turnovers. Sweden advanced to the knockout phase for the first time despite losing to Lithuania. Germany finished unbeaten in Group B after beating Finland 91-61, with Finland advancing in third place. The knockout phase begins Saturday in Riga, Latvia.
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