Jordan, New Zealand, Australia and China enter semifinal stage

- September 7, 2024
Eurobasket News
Follow us on   Facebook Twitter instagram linkedin youtube
Omar Salman
Omar Salman

South Korea - Jordan 69-73
Jordan surprised South Korea to secure the semifinal berth at the home championship. The hosts set the tone early on as they posted a 26-17 lead after ten minutes. South Korea gradually clawed their way back into the contest but Jordan hung on to snatch the key victory. Omar Salman (170-SG-2006) notched 21 points for Jordan. Gu Seungchae (190-F-2006) netted 17 points for South Korea.

New Zealand - Iran 87-61
New Zealand eased past Iran en route to the semis. New Zealand went on a 48-26 run throughout the second and third terms to take a decisive lead. Carter Hopoi (206-F-2006) tossed in 28 points, while Tamatoa Isaac (188-G-2006) added 24 points and 7 assists for the Kiwis. Salar Taheri (198-F-2006) knocked down 19 points for Iran.

Australia - Japan 89-41
Australia secured their semifinal appearance in Jordan as they rolled over Japan. The Emus recorded a 43-15 halftime advantage and breezed to the win in the second half. Emmett Adair (205-C-2006) produced 23 points and 10 rebounds, while Jacob Furphy (196-SG-2006) added 16 points for Australia. Leon Watanabe (207-C/F-2006) had 8 points for Japan.

China - India 89-43
China stormed past India to advance into the semifinal stage in Jordan. China went on a 28-7 run in the first period and never looked back en route to the win. Li Liu (211-C-2007) came up with 15 points, while Jiazheng Chen (194-F-2006) added 13 points for China. Gurmaninder Sandhu (185-SG-2006) answered with 13 points for India.

Asian Championships U18: Australia celebrate title in Jordan <br>(Photo:fiba.basketball)
Asian Championships U18: Australia celebrate title in Jordan
(Photo:fiba.basketball)
Standings
A
1
3-0
2
2-1
3
1-2
4
0-3
B
1
3-0
2
2-1
3
1-2
4
0-3
C
1
3-0
2
2-1
3
1-2
D
1
3-0
2
2-1
4
0-3
Full Standings
Last Updated: 11/12/2024
Stats Leaders
PPG
RPG
APG
SPG
BPG
Ndao_Mohamed_2

(193-G-2007)
Avg: 22.0

22.0
20.8
17.3
17.2
17.0