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Evbuomwan Dominates Debut for Great Britain
28 Aug
Summary
- Tosan Evbuomwan scored 21 points in his Great Britain senior debut.
- Great Britain secured a dominant 110-75 victory against Switzerland.
- Evbuomwan previously played for the Boston Celtics' G League team.
Tosan Evbuomwan marked a significant milestone on Thursday, August 28, 2026, with his senior international debut for Great Britain. The 25-year-old forward immediately impacted the EuroBasket 2029 Pre-Qualifiers matchup against Switzerland in Fribourg.
Evbuomwan tallied 21 points, the second-highest on the team, in only 25 minutes of play. He added three rebounds, two assists, and one steal, shooting efficiently from the field. Great Britain dominated the game, securing a 110-75 win.
This appearance marks Evbuomwan's first with the senior national team, though he previously represented Great Britain at the junior level. He brings extensive professional experience, including NBA stints with the Memphis Grizzlies, Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets, and New York Knicks.
Evbuomwan also played for the Boston Celtics' G League affiliate last season, where he was highly productive. He has signed with FC Barcelona for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.
Amari Williams, another former Celtics player, also contributed significantly for Team GB against Switzerland, scoring eight points and grabbing seven rebounds. Joshua Uduje led Great Britain with 24 points. The team's next game is scheduled for Sunday, August 30, against Slovakia in Newcastle.
