In an electrifying warm-up match ahead of the FIBA Asia Cup, China dominated Venezuela with a 77-49 win in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province. This victory snapped a five-game losing streak against the South American side, marking their first win over Venezuela since 2007.
The game began with both teams trading cautious shots in the first quarter, capped off by Cheng Shuaipeng’s clutch three-pointer that gave China an 18-13 edge. In the second quarter, stars Zhao Rui, Hu Jinqiu, and Yu Jiahao ignited the offense. Their smart plays and sharp shooting helped China's team outscore Venezuela 19-9, building a strong 37-22 lead by halftime.
The third quarter saw the Chinese shooters heat up even more, launching a 14-0 run followed by an 8-0 surge, and extending the lead to a 23-point advantage. With four players reaching double-digit points before the final quarter, the outcome was clear.
Both sides rotated their benches early in the final period since the result was beyond doubt. The teams are set to meet again on Friday night, while China prepares for additional warm-up games against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Nanjing before the Asia Cup kicks off in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on August 5. Fans and young sports enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement for what’s to come! 🏀🔥
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China crush Venezuela 77-49 in Hangzhou warm-up ahead of FIBA Asia Cup
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