Incident Occurred During Germany’s Victory Over Lithuania

Germany captain Dennis Schröder was the target of racist abuse during his team’s 107-88 victory over Lithuania at EuroBasket on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Tampere, Finland. FIBA officials responded by banning one fan from attending the remainder of the tournament.

FIBA Condemns Abuse and Takes Immediate Action

Two individuals were initially identified as allegedly perpetrating the abuse and were ejected from the arena. Following a review of video footage, FIBA officials identified one fan who will be prohibited from attending further EuroBasket events.

Making monkey noises, that’s something I don’t respect,” Schröder told reporters in German after the game. AP News

Schröder emphasized that while insults are sometimes part of the game, racism has no place in sports. FIBA has as well stated it will meet with the Lithuanian delegation to discuss the incident.

FIBA unequivocally condemns hate speech, discriminatory conduct and racist language in any form,” the organization said in a statement. AP News

Schröder’s Current Status

Dennis Schröder currently plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has also played for teams including the Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, Toronto Raptors, Brooklyn Nets, Golden State Warriors, Detroit Pistons, Sacramento Kings and SG Braunschweig.

Investigation Ongoing

FIBA has provided footage and information to local law enforcement authorities, who are continuing to investigate the matter.

FAQ

What action did FIBA take?

FIBA banned one fan from attending the rest of the EuroBasket tournament.

What did Dennis Schröder say about the incident?

Schröder stated that Making monkey noises, that’s something I don’t respect. He also said racism doesn’t belong in sports.

Is there an ongoing investigation?

Yes, local law enforcement authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.