Frustration is mounting for Germany who have lost three straight games including Wednesday's overtime loss to Italy. Following the game, Dennis Schröder questioned head coach Chris Fleming's decision to foul while leading by three late in the fourth quarter. Schröder called the decision "not smart" and later apologized publicly via his instagram account.
Germany fouled while leading by three and Italy converted both free throws. Schröder was then fouled and made 1 of 2 before Italy tied the game in the final seconds and eventually won the game in overtime.
While fouling up three is a bit of a controversial topic in college and the NBA, its more of a common practice in Europe.