In a thrilling display of teamwork and skill, China breezed past New Zealand 85-51 on Wednesday to secure a spot in the semifinals at the FIBA Women's Asia Cup. With a perfect 3-0 record in Group A, the team—formed just three months ago—is already showing serious promise! ⚡
Coach Gong Luming explained, "We aimed to try different lineups through these group games. We feel that it has taken an initial shape now, but still needs fine-tuning on some details." His focus on building better player chemistry means that every practice session is a step toward even more creative play.
The game got off to a fast start with a 7-point surge, and 18-year-old Zhang Ziyu quickly made her mark by scoring a layup just eight seconds after being subbed in. This early spark led to a 14-2 run, setting China up with a 25-10 lead by the end of the first quarter. Every player contributed as the team extended their advantage throughout the game.
Meanwhile, South Korea powered past Indonesia 95-62 in Group A, with standout long-range shots from Lee Myung-kwan and Shin Ji-hyun. Although Indonesia showed early grit as first-time Division A competitors, South Korea's precision from beyond the arc eventually took over.
Up next, China's team will face either Japan or New Zealand in the semifinals, promising more edge-of-your-seat basketball action. For young and dynamic fans across South and Southeast Asia, this tournament is already a showcase of fresh talent and exhilarating play. Stay tuned as the FIBA Women's Asia Cup heats up! 🎉🏀
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China ease past New Zealand to reach FIBA Women's Asia Cup semifinals
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