EuroBasket final pits Türkiye's Alperen Sengun against Germany's Franz Wagner, signaling a shift to a younger, deeper guard-forward era.

Sengun averages 20.8 PPG, 11 REB, 7 AST; Wagner 21.1 PPG, 5.6 REB; Schroder 20.9 PPG, 6.6 APG as Germany's veteran floor general. Türkiye and Germany enter final 8-0, with big margins.

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Dončić taxed Germany for 39, but Wagner and Schröder closed the door in a dramatic EuroBasket quarterfinal. Germany surged with a 12-0 run in the fourth as Obst’s late dagger and Schröder’s clutch strike sealed a semifinal clash with Finland. Da Silva’s half-court 3 kept Slovenia within distance, yet foul trouble and limited deep shooting cost them the edge. Finland’s win over Georgia added depth to the Final Four, with Jantunen and Markkanen supplying balanced offense off the bench.

Fantasy angle: Doncic dominates usage, but Germany’s balanced attack and late-game shotmaking tilt the upside toward multi-portfolio lineups. Expect 1-2 primary options from Slovenia to carry nightly, while German contributors like Wagner and Schröder offer safer mid-range floors in big-show formats.

Tristan da Silva, a rookie forward for the Orlando Magic, has navigated a tumultuous start to his NBA career following a solid college tenure at Colorado. His debut was marked by limited playtime and a scoring drought, but he found his rhythm, scoring 17 points in his second game despite a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Consistency has been a challenge, with a shooting percentage of only 32.4% over a stretch of games. As da Silva reflects on his inaugural season, he acknowledges the physical and mental fatigue faced during the grind of 74 games, emphasizing the importance of resilience in overcoming the 'rookie wall' and adapting to the demands of professional basketball.

The Boston Celtics are facing a pivotal offseason as they contend with a hefty payroll projected to reach $500 million and the serious injury to All-Star forward Jayson Tatum. With Tatum potentially sidelined for the entire next season due to an Achilles tear, trade rumors swirl, particularly regarding Payton Pritchard. Proposed trades suggest sending Pritchard to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Jett Howard, Tristan da Silva, and the coveted No. 16 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft.

Pritchard, who recently garnered the Sixth Man of the Year award, is currently on a favorable contract running through 2027-28. His performance this past season, averaging 14.3 points with impressive shooting percentages, makes him a valuable asset. However, the Celtics may consider trading him if they receive significant offers, especially to acquire younger talent and future draft picks.