GB's EuroBasket hopes in the balance after Hungary loss

After winning their opening two games at home, GB were denied a third straight victory by a late surge from the visitors who took a lead towards the end of the third quarter and then did enough to seal an 88-80 triumph.

The result means Britain can no longer top their group but, with two games remaining, still have a chance of reaching EuroBasket 2017 as one of the four best second-placed teams.

Despite the defeat, a number of GB players impressed at the Copper Box, including Gabe Olaseni – who didn't miss a field goal attempt all game to finish with 17 points and eight rebounds.

And Olaseni is adamant the team won't be too downbeat following the performance.

"Congrats to Hungary, a great game" said Olaseni. "Unfortunately we lost, but there's still a lot to play for.

"The offensive rebounds [Hungary] did get, they were able to execute and get second chance points.

"Overall it was a solid game, they just made more plays down the stretch."

GB now face two must-win games if they are to qualify for EuroBasket 2017 with a trip to Macedonia first up on Wednesday before a clash with Luxembourg next Saturday.

Sportsbeat 2016