- Netherlands vs. Croatia<1¢
- Spread: Croatia (-11.5)<1¢
In the upcoming FIBA WCQ Europe game, scheduled for August 30 at 6:00AM ET: If the Netherlands win, the market will resolve to "Netherlands". If the Croatia win, the market will resolve to "Croatia". If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely, with no make-up game, this market will resolve 50-50. The result will be determined based on the final score including any overtime periods.
Croatia secured a dramatic 101-99 road victory over the Netherlands in FIBA World Cup European qualifiers on August 30, overcoming a 14-point halftime deficit behind Ivica Zubac and Dario Šarić (24 points apiece) plus Luka Božić’s efficient scoring. The result improved Croatia to 7-1 in the group, positioning them for likely qualification to the 2027 tournament in Qatar, while eliminating the Netherlands. Key factors included Croatia’s strong third-quarter response and late defensive stands that denied the hosts a final three-point attempt. Recent roster depth from NBA and European league contributors has sustained Croatia’s momentum in the qualification window, contrasting with the Netherlands’ inconsistent form and inability to close out leads at home. Upcoming fixtures for both sides will influence final standings and playoff positioning.