Finland cruised past Estonia 96-67 at Unibet Arena in Tallinn during the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers. According to FIBA, the game remained close throughout the first half, with Finland leading 38-35 at the break.
The visitors took control from late in the second quarter into the third, turning a 34-32 deficit into a 44-35 advantage. Lauri Markkanen finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in just over 25 minutes without committing a turnover.
Olivier Nkamhoua added 18 points, eight rebounds, four assists and three steals, while Edon Maxhuni scored 18 points and made four three-pointers. Kristian Kullamae led Estonia with 15 points, five assists and four rebounds.