The final of the FIBA Europe Cup 2024-25 is already defined after the exciting semifinals in which Bilbao Basket and PAOK achieved spectacular comebacks to secure their place in the title match.

Bilbao Basket staged a historic comeback after losing the first leg by 19 points to JDA Bourgogne Dijon. With an impressive 41-point last quarter, the Spanish team sealed a 155-145 overall victory, securing its place in the final.
For its part, PAOK needed extra time to overcome Cholet Basket, runner-up in previous editions. With a dramatic two-point away win, the Greek team secured a 178-177 overall victory, securing its place in the final.

A NEW CHAMPION AND A HISTORIC MILESTONE

This season’s final guarantees a new name on the trophy, as neither team has previously won the FIBA Europe Cup. In addition, both Bilbao Basket and PAOK become the first clubs from their respective countries to reach the final of this competition.

The first game of the final will be played in Bilbao, Spain, on April 16, while the second leg will take place in Thessaloniki, Greece, on April 23. Home-field advantage for the second match was determined by the second round standings.