Nikola Jokic's Serbia took on the Czech Republic in their latest Group A game in the 2025 EuroBasket. The Serbians hoped to extend their lead to 4-0 and improve their chances of cementing the top seed in the knockouts. They got off to a terrific start, holding the Czech Republicans to three points until the final two minutes.
Filip Petrusev and Nikola Jovic handled things on the offensive end with a combined 17 points on 100.0% shooting to give the Serbians a comfortable 27-5 lead after the first 10 minutes.
Czechia fought back in the second quarter, with both teams scoring 18 points. But the significant advantage the Serbians built on in the first meant it didn't move the needle in the grand scheme of things as Nikola Jokic and Co. led by 45-23 heading into the half.
Vasilje Micic stepped up with seven points in that frame. Meanwhile, Jokic quietly contributed across the board with four points, seven rebounds and three assists.
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The Czech Republic looked more competitive in the third quarter, winning that frame 20-16. However, it didn't derail Serbia much, which held a 15-point-plus lead for the rest of the contest.
Nikola Jokic and Co. remained in the driver's seat in the fourth quarter, too. A 21-17 result in that frame resulted in an 82-60 win for the favorites.
Aleksa Avramovic had 14 points and seven rebounds, while Filip Petrusev finished the game with 13 points. Meanwhile, Jaromir Bohacik scored 12 for Czechia and was the only player in double digits.
The Serbians improved to 4-0, strengthening their hold on the second spot behind Turkey. Meanwhile, the Czech Republicans remained winless and at the bottom of the standings, heading for a group stage exit.
Here's the full box score:
Serbia vs. Czech Republic Game Player Stats and Box Score for Sept. 1 | 2025 EuroBasket
Serbia Player Stats and Box Score
Czech Republic Player Stats and Box Score