The 2005 FIBA Under-21 World Championship was an international basketball competition, held from 5 to 14 August 2005, in Córdoba and Mar de Plata, Argentina. It was the last edition of the FIBA Under-21 World Championship. Twelve national teams competed in the tournament.
Lithuania won their first title, after defeating Greece in the final.
Qualified teams
Iran originally qualified for the finals, but withdrew after refusing to issue a visa because the Iranian government refused to play against Israel.
Preliminary round
All times are local (UTC–3).
Group A
Group B
9th–12th place playoffs
9th–12th place semifinals
11th place match
9th place match
Championship playoffs
Quarterfinals
5th–8th place semifinals
Semifinals
7th place match
5th place match
3rd place match
Final
Final standings
References
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