Portugal secured a commanding 83-62 road win against Montenegro in their FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifier on November 28, 2025. The Portuguese team executed their game plan flawlessly, using sharp perimeter shooting and disciplined defense to neutralize Montenegro's home-court advantage. The game was competitive in the first half, with Montenegro's star center keeping them within striking distance. However, Portugal exploded in the third quarter, hitting a barrage of three-pointers during a 20-5 run that broke the game wide open. Montenegro's offense became stagnant and one-dimensional, unable to counter Portugal's ball movement and defensive rotations. This impressive away victory marked a significant step forward for Portuguese basketball in a tough qualifying group, giving them a crucial edge in the standings.