Lebanon responded emphatically from their earlier loss, defeating Saudi Arabia 94-64 in a FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifier on February 28, 2026. This resounding 30-point victory kept Lebanon's qualification hopes firmly alive. Playing at home, Lebanon came out with tremendous energy, particularly on the defensive end, to build a substantial lead by halftime. Their offensive execution was sharp, with balanced scoring and effective three-point shooting stretching the Saudi defense. Saudi Arabia, who had started the qualifiers strongly, had no answer for Lebanon's intensity on this occasion. The comprehensive win was crucial for Lebanon's point differential and set up a dramatic finale to the group phase.