Latvia played Serbia in what was an instant classic EuroBasket game featuring two of Europe's finest big men. Facing Nikola Jokic and a loaded Serbia roster, Kristaps Porzingis had a quietly effective night despite going 0/4 from deep. Latvia ultimately fell short, losing 80-84 after an electric comeback in the late fourth quarter.
Porzingis's versatility was on full display today, playing excellent defense on both the perimeter and paint while demonstrating the strain his talent places on opposing defenses. He was the clear leader of the Latvian squad in a relatively low-touch outing, influencing the game through less-traditional ways.