Romania secured a narrow 87-83 road victory against Albania in a Europe Basketball Championship Qualifier on July 20, 2023. In a back-and-forth contest, the Romanian side made the crucial plays in the final minutes to clinch the win. Albania, spurred by a passionate home crowd, held a slight lead for much of the third quarter, but Romania's experience shone through in the clutch. The visitors took the lead for good on a three-pointer with under three minutes remaining and then sealed the game with perfect free-throw shooting in the dying seconds. The four-point triumph was a vital result for Romania's qualification hopes, stealing a win on the road, while Albania was left to reflect on a missed opportunity for a signature victory. The Albanian coach pointed to a few costly turnovers late, while the Romanian staff celebrated his team's resilience in a tough environment.