Markkanen posts 18-10 double-double as Finland leads Estonia

The qualifier has reached the fourth quarter.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 301 min read

Lauri Markkanen is hoopin’ 🔥 He has a double-double with 18 PTS and 10 REB… Finland leads Estonia in the 4Q of FIBA Wor Via @NBA on X

What happened: The matchup is part of the second round of FIBA World Cup qualifying. Markkanen entered Sunday after a difficult opener against Sweden.

Why it matters: A win would give Finland its first victory of the second-round window after an 86-81 loss to Sweden. The result counts toward qualification for the 2027 FIBA World Cup.

By the numbers: Markkanen scored 11 points on 2-of-13 shooting against Sweden three days earlier.

What to watch: The final score and Markkanen's complete stat line are the next markers.

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