Latvia and Netherlands Prevail in Thrilling 3x3 Basketball Matches at Paris Olympics

Nauris Miezis' key 2-pointer helped Latvia secure a 22-20 victory over France in men's 3x3 basketball at the Paris Olympics. Netherlands also achieved significant wins against Poland and Lithuania. The games demonstrated high stakes and intense competition, with teams fighting for dominance in pool play.

Nauris Miezis made a pivotal 2-pointer with just 41 seconds left, enabling the defending champion Latvia to secure a 22-20 victory over France in men's 3x3 basketball at the Paris Olympics. Miezis, who scored 10 points, helped Latvia remain unbeaten at 5-0 in pool play.

With about a minute remaining, Franck Seguela tied the game for France at 20, but Miezis clinched it with his fourth 2-pointer of the game. Seguela, who also tallied 10 points, saw his team drop to 2-3 in pool play.

Meanwhile, Netherlands triumphed over Poland and Lithuania, elevating their pool play status. Worthy de Jong, Arvin Slagter, and Dimeo van der Horst each scored six points to beat Poland 21-17. They later overcame Lithuania 19-18 in a dramatic finish, bolstered by Evaldas Dziaugys' critical shot and Slagter's pivotal 2-pointer.