Greece held off a determined Israel team to win 84-79 in their FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Group Phase game on September 8. The early morning tip-off at 02:45 saw a classic battle, with Greece's interior dominance ultimately proving the difference. Israel relied on sharp three-point shooting to stay competitive, erasing several Greek leads throughout the night. The game was tied entering the final three minutes before Greece executed perfectly in the half-court, scoring on three consecutive possessions via their star big man in the post. Israel had a chance to tie with a three in the final seconds, but the attempt was well-contested and missed, allowing Greece to secure the five-point win. The victory is a vital one for Greece in a highly competitive group.