The Netherlands men's national team edged Austria 65-64 in a nail-biting FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifier on August 2, 2025. In a low-scoring, tense affair, the Dutch secured a vital one-point victory on their home floor to boost their qualification hopes. The game was a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to find easy baskets. The Netherlands held a narrow lead for much of the second half, but Austria stayed within striking distance and had a chance to win the game on the final possession. A missed shot by Austria as time expired allowed the Netherlands to escape with the narrowest of victories. This crucial win in the qualifiers added valuable points to the Netherlands' tally in a competitive European group, while Austria suffered a heartbreaking defeat.