Great Britain Under-20s began their preparations for the upcoming European Championships with a two-game series against Division A opposition, Portugal.
The squad – led by new head coach Jeff Jones – only assembled in camp on Friday before heading to Pombal for their first prep games.
GB were heavily beaten 88-34 in the opening game before showing more promise in the second, going down 65-55 despite 28 points from Savannah Wilkinson.
The FSU forward, who last played at U20 level for GB in 2016, also added nine rebounds in the loss, while 2000-born guard Tia Freeman collected 10 rebounds.
Game 1: Portugal 88-34 GB
Scorers: Wilkinson 10 points, Christie 5, Lozzi/Sheret 4, Freeman 3, Whittington/Lowe/Robb/Popovic 2
Game 2: Portugal 65-55 GB
Scorers: Wilkinson 28, Whittington 10, Sheret 4, Lowe/Popovic/Round 3, Willis/Robb 2
GB continue their preparations back at home with two games against Israel in Manchester, this weekend.
Jones’ side start their Division B campaign in Oradea, Romania on July 7.
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