The new Spain of Chus Mateo This Sunday he faces his first great test of fire in the FIBA windows heading to the 2027 World Cup. After the solid victory in Denmark (64-74), where the coach debuted with good feelings and officially discovered his new jewel, Great Osobor, comes a match with the aroma of revenge. None other than Georgia, the team that frustrated the team in its debut last Eurobasket and that ended up conditioning its premature elimination.
The context invites a high-voltage shock. Spain arrives with confidence, but also with significant losses. Jaime Fernandeztop scorer on Danish soil, was left out after the blow suffered in that crash. Mateo maintains a call without Euroleague players, with the exception of one Be Almansa who alternates with the Real Madrid U22 team, and once again opts for a fresh, ambitious and energetic group. Among them, the debutants Luis Costa and, above all, Osoborwho impressed with 12 points and 8 rebounds and whose emergence has ignited the fans: physicality, self-confidence and an immediate impact that has changed the tone of the team.
But Georgia does not arrive unarmed either. On the contrary: Shop Shengeliaabsolute beacon of the Caucasian team, lands in Tenerife determined to impose its internal hierarchy. Next to him the local idol will appear, Gio Shermadinihonored at the Santiago Martín despite wearing the rival shirt.
Around him, a group of players with ACB accents like Burjanadze, McFadden, Khatiashvili o He didn't come. After losing unexpectedly to Ukraine on Thursday, the Georgians need to win to avoid falling behind in the standings.
The former Lenovo Tenerife center, Gio Shermadini, in 2024 / EFE
The crash It will be played in a Santiago Martín filled to the brim and with a very special atmosphere. Not only for the return of Shermadini to “his” house, but also because Fran Guerracenter of Lenovo Tenerife, will take on the challenge of defending him in an internal battle that can mark the sign of the match. La Laguna will once again experience a big night of national teams, with the fans dedicated to the new stage of 'La Familia'.
What time is the Spain vs Georgia basketball game?
The basketball match between Spain and Georgia in this FIBA window is being played today, Sunday, November 30 at 7:45 p.m. (Spanish peninsular time) in it Santiago Martín Pavilionin La Laguna (Tenerife).
Where to watch Spain vs Georgia basketball on TV and online today?
The match can be seen at telesport and in RTVE Playholder of the broadcasting rights in Spain. Additionally, it will be available in DAZN through Courtside 1891the official FIBA platform for national team basketball.
As always, you can follow the latest news and the match report on Sport, as well as everything that happens on the Liga ACB and the NBA.
