Sweden edges Finland 86-81 in EuroBasket qualifier
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:37 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Sweden defeated Finland 86-81 in a EuroBasket qualifying match held in Helsinki. Pelle Larsson led Sweden with a game-high 31 points, while Lauri Markkanen struggled for Finland, scoring only 11 points. Sweden's victory reflects their strong performance against their regional rivals, with key contributions from players like Simon Birgander and Ludde Hakanson. Both teams are now 4-3 in Group L, with Finland seeking a bounce-back win against Estonia, while Sweden prepares to face France.
- •Pelle Larsson scores 31 points for Sweden
- •Lauri Markkanen finishes with 11 points for Finland
- •Sweden improves to 4-3 in Group L
- •Finland's next game is against Estonia
- •Sweden will host France in their following match
- 4:37 AMYahoo Sports — Sweden Ambushes Markkanen and Finland in Helsinki
"Sweden takes advantage of a down night from Lauri Markkanen as they come out victorious.
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