Luisa Geiselsöder delivered her best shooting performance of the tournament, scoring 17 points on 7-for-11 shooting in Germany’s 83-58 win. Germany controlled the game for 38:56 and won each of the four quarters to secure second place in Group A.

What happened

Geiselsöder added three rebounds and two assists to a performance built around efficient finishing. Her 63.6% shooting supplied Germany with a reliable scoring presence throughout a game it led for all but 1:04.

The result reflected consistent control rather than a single decisive stretch. By winning every quarter, Germany prevented the game from turning into a late contest and completed a 25-point victory.

Why it matters

Germany finished second in Group A after Spain defeated Japan, keeping the host nation in the knockout field. That combination of results ensured Germany’s tournament would continue with Tuesday’s matchup against South Korea.

The victory also extended Germany’s recovery from its opening loss to Spain. After that setback, the host nation did enough to move through the group and now enters its next game following a wire-to-wire performance.

By the numbers

Geiselsöder’s efficiency represented a sharp reversal from Germany’s first two games. She had made only two of nine field-goal attempts across those contests before converting seven of 11 in the 83-58 win.

That performance raised her tournament field-goal percentage from 22.2% to 45.0%. Her 17 points came alongside three rebounds and two assists, giving Germany production beyond her scoring total.

Germany’s broader control was just as clear. It led for 38:56, won all four quarters and finished with a 25-point margin, leaving little opportunity for the result to shift.

What to watch next

Germany will meet South Korea at 8:45 p.m. local time Tuesday with a place in the quarterfinals on the line. The immediate question is whether Geiselsöder can carry her improved shooting into the knockout-stage test.

The host nation arrives with momentum after responding to its opening defeat and securing second place in the group. Tuesday’s game will determine whether that recovery continues into the quarterfinals.