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European Championships – 2022 EuroBasket: Israel outlast Finland in overtime

Deni Avdija

Deni Avdija Israel – Finland 89-87 (OT) Israel captured the first win at 2022 EuroBasket. They topped Finland in overtime thriller to open win count. Deni Avdija (206-F-2001) came up with 23 points and 15 rebounds to lead the winners. Finland got to a flying start in this one. They sank 27 points in the first period to take an 11-point lead. But Israel struck right back igniting a 24-13 run in the second term and tying things up at 40. Israel pulled in front in the third period. Israel eked out a…

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