In a nail-biting matchup, Greece bested Australia behind 20 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and two steals on 73 percent shooting from Giannis Antetokounmpo—who started at centre for the first time all tournament:
Greece got the win. pic.twitter.com/bdfwGSknap
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) August 2, 2024
The opening quarter was a rock fight in this pivotal matchup for both teams. Giannis began proceedings with his patented push-shot from the paint, followed by a Nick Calathes three, and then a Giannis euro-step to the rim for two free throws. The Bucks superstar then began finding his teammates as Australia swarmed to him, whipping it over to Konstantinos Mitoglou for three.