Denmark entered Gentofte Hallen with confidence and the backing of a lively home crowd, determined to show progress in their EuroBasket campaign. From the opening tip, the hosts displayed aggressive defense and crisp ball movement, signaling that Greece would not have an easy evening.
Greece, however, leaned on its veteran core to settle early nerves. Their precise half-court offense and disciplined defensive rotations allowed them to absorb Denmark’s energy while gradually building a narrow lead. Still, the visitors found themselves challenged by Denmark’s perimeter shooting and fast-break pressure.
The second half delivered the match’s most dramatic stretches. Denmark erased a double-digit deficit with a surge led by sharp outside shooting and a relentless pace that pushed Greece onto the back foot. Gentofte Hallen erupted as the home side briefly grabbed the momentum, hinting at a potential upset.
Greece responded with composure befitting a team accustomed to high-stakes qualifiers. Key baskets in the final minutes, paired with defensive stops, helped them regain control. Denmark fought until the final whistle but struggled to convert late opportunities that could have shifted the balance.
In the end, Greece secured a hard-earned victory, but Denmark walked away with respect and renewed belief in their trajectory. The electric atmosphere and narrow margin underscored the growth of Danish women’s basketball—and set the stage for an exciting remainder of the qualifying campaign.
