Gustafson's numbers from Women's EuroBasket 2025 are hard to ignore. The Spain Women NT forward averaged 22.5 PPG with a 77.5 TIB EFF rating at that tournament—a frame of reference that shapes how Germany's defence will approach this game. Nyara Sabally projects as the most likely answer. In the same competition, she registered 14.7 PPG and 2 APG, posting a 57 TIB EFF. Germany's playmaking will run through her; the question is whether she can manufacture looks while staying attached to a scorer of Gustafson's calibre on the other end. This pairing cuts to the heart of the matchup. Spain leans on Gustafson's scoring gravity; Germany needs Sabally to control the tempo and force Spain into uncomfortable rhythm. Both have their January form on tape now. Tip-off is minutes away.