The Netherlands earned a significant 86-78 road win over Latvia in a FIBA Basketball World Cup European Qualifier on November 29, 2025. In an upset result, the Dutch team outperformed expectations to defeat a highly-fancied Latvian side on their home court. Latvia, coming off a strong win, seemed out of sync, while the Netherlands executed their game plan flawlessly to secure a vital eight-point victory. This result threw the group standings wide open and was a major boost for Dutch qualification hopes. For Latvia, it was a surprising setback in front of their home fans.