In a thrilling conclusion to the FIBA 2025 Women’s Eurobasket, Spain appeared poised to secure victory with a substantial 12-point lead and just under three minutes remaining. However, Belgium staged an impressive comeback to clinch the title with a tightly contested 67-65 win, marking their successful title defense. Spain held onto the lead for more than 29 minutes of the match.
Amidst the disappointment for the Spanish team, former Arizona standout Helena Pueyo was a highlight, having made a significant impact on the tournament. Choosing to stay in Europe instead of attending a WNBA training camp with the Phoenix Mercury, Pueyo played a crucial role in Spain’s journey to the final and was named the MVP of the championship match.
In the gold-medal game, Pueyo led Spain in efficiency with a rating of 12 and contributed 11 points. Throughout the tournament, she consistently performed, averaging 7.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.8 steals across 18.3 minutes in five games, starting in four of them.
During the 2024-25 season, Pueyo played for Casademont Zaragoza in Liga Femenina de Baloncesto, where she averaged 8.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.5 steals over 36 games. Additionally, in the Euroleague, she appeared in 16 games, contributing an average of 10.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in significant playing time.
Notably, Casademont Zaragoza reached the Euroleague quarterfinals, showcasing their competitive spirit, even defeating Bourges at home before falling in the away match, which allowed Bourges to advance.
This tournament marks a significant moment for both Pueyo and Spanish women’s basketball, highlighting Pueyo’s promising talent and the competitive landscape of European basketball. Fans remain hopeful for the future of Spanish basketball as emerging players like Pueyo continue to shine on the international stage.