The Chinese women's basketball team kept their winning streak alive with an impressive 93-61 victory over Japan in their final warm-up match for the FIBA Women's Asia Cup. The game started with a tight 26-23 lead in the first quarter, but by halftime, China surged ahead with a 51-31 score that set the tone for the rest of the match.
In the second half, standout performances from Zhang Ru, Han Xu, and Yang Shuyu ignited a scoring spree that pushed the lead to 30 points. Japan managed an 8-0 run in an attempted comeback, but the Chinese team maintained control and ensured the win. Guard Wang Siyu led the charge with a game-high 17 points, while center Zhang Ziyu added 16 points and 4 rebounds, and Zhai Ruoyun chipped in 11 points.
Head coach Gong Luming commented, "We want to take this chance to train the team and adapt to the fast transition pace, so that we can go all out for the Asia Cup," emphasizing the blend of various ages and the evolving chemistry among the players. With this commanding victory, the Chinese team now looks forward to facing Australia in Haikou, Hainan Province on July 6, followed by a rematch in Changsha on July 8 as the Asia Cup draws closer.
This win not only boosts team morale but also sets a promising tone for their upcoming challenges. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting journey! 🏀🔥
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China dominate Japan 93-61 in final FIBA Women's Asia Cup warm-up
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