Portugal suffered a heavy defeat against Georgia by 98-90, in a game where they dominated the first half with an 11-point lead. The Portuguese team couldn't maintain the pace and defensive intensity they showed at the start of the match, allowing Georgia to recover and take control of the game.
The Portuguese team committed almost 20 turnovers throughout the game, errors that significantly contributed to the Georgian comeback. These ball losses limited the attack opportunities and facilitated the counterattacks of the opposing team.
Georgia's outside shooting ended up being decisive for the final result, with the Georgians exploiting Portugal's defensive weaknesses in the second half. The article title suggests that Portugal lost its competitive identity during the game, unable to maintain the level of play they showed initially.
