# FIBA World Cup Qualification Group K results

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> Updated: 2026-08-30T19:09:15.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 3.

In the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Qualification, Croatia continued its strong performance in Group K. Following a dominant 115-80 victory over Latvia led by Mario Hezonja, Croatia secured a dramatic 101-99 comeback win against the Netherlands in Almere. Despite trailing by 14 points in the first half, Croatia rallied in the second half behind 24 points and 11 rebounds from Ivica Zubac, and 24 points and six assists from Dario Šarić. Mario Hezonja contributed 16 points to the victory.

Head coach Tomislav Mijatović praised the team’s character, noting that their ability to execute in the second half was vital. With this result, Croatia holds a 7-1 record, placing them in a strong position to secure one of the three qualifying spots from the group. Official qualification confirmation is expected after the fifth qualifying window in late November.

In Group K standings, Poland remains undefeated at 7-0. Germany and Croatia both hold competitive records, with Germany previously defeating the Netherlands 99-83 behind 23 points from Dennis Schröder.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-30: Croatia basketball team nears World Cup qualification after Netherlands win

Croatia's national basketball team defeated the Netherlands 101-99, moving closer to qualifying for the 2027 World Cup with a 7-1 record in Group K.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatia-basketball-team-nears-world-cup-qualification-after-netherlands-win

### 2026-08-27: Mario Hezonja leads Croatia to dominant FIBA qualifier win

Mario Hezonja scored 28 points to lead Croatia to a 115-80 win over Latvia in the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, while Germany and Poland also secured victories.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mario-hezonja-leads-croatia-to-dominant-fiba-qualifier-win

### 2026-08-27: Latvia sports update: Basketball loss and volleyball championship finish

Latvia's men's basketball team lost 80:115 to Croatia in the FIBA World Cup qualifiers, while the women's volleyball team finished 20th at the European Championship.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latvia-mens-basketball-team-begins-world-cup-qualification

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