Ireland beat Andorra in European Championship for Small Countries opener

John Carroll of Ireland scores a three-pointer during the FIBA Men’s European Championship for Small Countries day one match between Andorra and Ireland at the National Basketball Arena in Tallaght. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

Ireland have begun their FIBA European Championship for Small Countries with a 96-81 win over Andorra at the National Basketball Arena.

John Carroll top scored with 24 points, while Jordan Blount had 20 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, one steal, and two blocks. Lorcan Murphy also impressed with 20 points, including a couple of trademark dunks, one of which at the end was greeted with a flex of his muscles in celebration.