Germany beat the Netherlands 99-83 in the World Cup on Wednesday evening. The hosts took control early and saw it out comfortably against a side that struggled to find rhythm. To be fair, the visitors had shown promise in previous outings but couldn't match their scoring output here.
The game opened with Germany's shooting proving decisive. They connected on 12 three-pointers compared to the visitors' 13, but their overall efficiency told a different story. The Dutch side couldn't find the same confidence they had displayed in earlier matches.
Germany's ball movement stood out with 20 assists against 19 for the visitors. The hosts also dominated the boards with 32 rebounds to 29, including 11 offensive rebounds that created second-chance opportunities. Their defensive presence was evident with four blocks compared to just one for the visitors.
The margin of victory reflected Germany's control throughout. They shot 37 field goals to 30 for the visitors while limiting turnovers to nine compared to 18 for the Netherlands. The visitors' 16 personal fouls suggested they were chasing the game rather than dictating play.
This result extends Germany's strong recent form. They've won their last four matches, including victories over Croatia and Czechia earlier this month. The Netherlands, meanwhile, have lost three of their last five outings and face questions about consistency.
