Finland’s EuroBasket journey has been as spirited as it has been inspiring. With four wins and two losses in the group stage, the team has shown resilience, chemistry, and flashes of brilliance that have carried them into the quarterfinals. At the heart of it all has been Lauri Markkanen , Finland’s centerpiece and the player who has put the nation on the basketball map. Through six games, Markkanen has averaged 26 points per game while shouldering immense responsibility on both ends of the floor. His blend of scoring, rebounding, and leadership has made him the defining figure of Finland’s tournament run.

Yet now comes the steepest climb of all: a quarterfinal clash with Georgia. A team that has grown stronger with each game, Georgia represents the disciplined, physical, and confiden

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