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SALT LAKE CITY – Lauri Markkanen scored a national team record 48 points in a friendly contest between Finland and Belgium ahead of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket Tournament.

The Utah Jazz forward helped his native Finland down Belgium 105-62 in front of a home crowd.

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Markkanen Scores Record 48 Points Against Belgium

Markkanen’s 48 points surpassed his previous record of 43, set against Croatia during the 2022 EuroBasket games.

In just 25 minutes, the 28-year-old shot a super-efficient 17-24 from the floor, including 7-13 from downtown to go with nine rebounds, three steals, and a block.

🇫🇮 @MarkkanenLauri drops a national team career-high 48 PTS in @basketfinland ‘s win in #EuroBa

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