On Saturday in Canberra, 26-year-old Chinese center Han Xu made a splash in her debut season in Australia's WNBL. She poured in a game-high 22 points, helping the Perth Lynx cruise to a 91-67 win over the Capitals. 🎉🏀
Han arrived in Perth last Sunday and wasted no time making her mark. Early in the game, she nailed a smooth jumper to push her new team ahead 4-0. By halftime, she was a perfect 6-for-6 from the floor, and the Lynx held a 43-36 lead.
After the break, Han dominated the paint, grabbing rebounds, adding blocks, and sparking fast breaks. She finished with 22 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 blocks, tying with teammate Amy Atwell, who also scored 22. Han even set up Atwell for a jumper that added to the buzz. 🔥
The highlight? Late in the game, when Canberra's Kiara Waite missed a three, Han snatched the rebound and sunk another layup, sealing the victory.
Next up, Han Xu will play her first home game this Friday, December 5, 2025, when the Southside Flyers visit Perth. It's clear Han's arrival has already electrified the Lynx – it's a season that just got a lot more exciting! 😍🏟️
Why it matters
- Perth's new powerhouse: Han's strong start could push the Lynx into title contention this year.
- Global growth: More international stars are choosing the WNBL as a next step in their careers.
- Keep an eye on Han Xu – this is just the beginning of what could be a legendary season.
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Han Xu scores 22 points in WNBL debut, helps Perth Lynx grab 91-67 win
cgtn.com
