POSTED BY: Eurobasket News
Lika Kvirkvelia
Georgia - Albania 58-56
Georgia nipped Albania to advance into the title game in Andorra. Georgia eked out a 24-23 halftime lead. They extended the margin at 5-point mark at the final break. Albania sank 23 points in the fourth term but could not avoid the loss. Salome Svani (2007) notched 23 points and 11 rebounds, while Lika Kvirkvelia (2005) added 16 points and 23 rebounds for the winners. Anisa Bokrina (170-SF-2005) answered with 17 points and 9 assists for Albania.
Malta - Andorra 84-48
Malta cruised past Andorra to reach the title game. Malta accounted for a 14-10 lead ten minutes into the game. They ignited a strong 28-13 rally in the second quarter to take a 42-23 halftime lead. Malta poured in 30 points in the third term to take a decisive lead. Danika Galea (185-C-2005) provided 20 points and 8 rebounds, while Andrea Saliba (152-PG-2005) added 12 points for Malta. Aina Tena (152-PG-2004) knocked down 12 points for Andorra.
Tags : LIKA KVIRKVELIA, SPANISH BASKETBALL, GEORGIAN NATIONAL TEAM