Latvia secured a 85-70 win over Israel in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 second round (Europe Group K).
The quarter scores (21-22, 20-19, 26-17, 18-12) underline several momentum swings. The 3th period (26-17) proved decisive for Latvia.
Arturs Strautins led with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 1 assists on 9-for-17 shooting.
The outcome improves Latvia's standing in Europe Group K, while Israel must tighten its approach in the final stretch of the second round.
