The Czech national basketball team participated in the Supercup tournament in Hamburg as preparation for the 2029 EuroBasket pre-qualifying rounds. Despite a strong individual performance by Jan Zídek, who led the team with 16 points, the Czechs suffered defeats against both Germany and Turkey. They lost to Germany 82-115 on Friday, followed by a 84-99 loss to Turkey in the third-place match. Zídek acknowledged the high quality of the competition provided by the tournament, including facing both world and European champions. The results highlight areas for improvement as the team prepares for the crucial EuroBasket qualifying campaign. Preventing performance inconsistencies will be key for the Czech Republic’s success.