CroatiaThe Croatian national basketball team secured a significant victory against the Netherlands in Almere, overcoming a 14-point deficit in the second half to win 101-99. The game was marked by intense competition, with both teams showing high intensity. Several players, including Tomislav Mijatović, Jaleen Smith, Dominik Mavra, Ivica Zubac, and Karlo Matković, gave post-game comments. Mijatović praised his team’s resilience in the second half and acknowledged the Netherlands’ strong performance. Smith credited Mijatović for motivating the team during halftime. Mavra expressed frustration with the first-half performance but noted their progress toward the EuroBasket qualification. Zubac emphasized the team’s determination and tactical adjustments in the second half. Matković humorously referred to being 'in the role of an axe' but celebrated the win.
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