Belgium secured a 92-81 victory over the Czech Republic in EuroBasket action on Thursday evening. The home side maintained control throughout, closing out a match where momentum shifted several times. The result extends Belgium's competitive run while the visitors continue to find their footing in the tournament.
The game opened with Belgium establishing early rhythm, their ball movement creating clearer opportunities than the Czech side could match. By the time the first quarter concluded, the visitors had switched off at the back, allowing the hosts to build a cushion they never surrendered. The Czech Republic responded with increased intensity, but those efforts came too late to alter the trajectory.
Statistics tell the story of Belgium's efficiency. They recorded 31 successful field goals from 58 attempts, while adding 17 free throws to their tally. The Czech Republic managed 24 successful shots from 69 attempts, their attempts coming at a lower conversion rate. Belgium's 27 assists compared to the visitors' 16 showed superior ball distribution throughout the contest.
Rebounding proved decisive in the second half. Belgium collected 41 rebounds to the Czech Republic's 35, with particularly strong work on the defensive glass where the hosts recorded 31 compared to 21. That extra possession created additional scoring chances that eventually proved the difference.
The victory keeps Belgium in contention as the tournament progresses. With three points secured, they move closer to their objectives while the Czech Republic must regroup after a disappointing performance on the road.