Japan - Iran
66-74
Iran celebrated the victory on the final day of action at Asian
Games in Guangzhou. They held off Japan to step onto the pedestal.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) exploded with 27 points to lead the effort.
Iran put their noses in front early in the encounter. They ensured a
5-point lead before Japan stepped up to cut the distance. Led by
Takumi Ishizaki (188-G-84) Japan managed to pull within just two
points at the first break 24:26. Iran opened the second frame on an
11:5 run to clear off once again. They raced to a 43:36 halftime
advantage. Iran did not slow down in the third period. They were
more accurate from the field and secured a 59:50 lead at the final
intermission. Iran used all of their experience to keep Japan at bay
throughout the final stanza. Iran avoided drama of the final minutes
and ensured a comfortable win at the end. Asghar Kardoust notched 13
points and 7 rebounds for Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) and
Hamed Sohrabnejad (206-C/F-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) had 10 points each in the victory.
Takumi Ishizaki replied with 17 points for Japan.
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) netted 13 points and collected 9
rebounds in the losing effort.
5-6 place
Philippines - Qatar
71-81
Qatar crowned their Asian Games campaign with victory. They defeated
Philippines to finish in the fifth overall position.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) delivered 25 points and 12 rebounds for Qatar in
this one. The teams stayed close in the opening frame. They
exchanged baskets and the scoreboard read 17:17 at the first break.
Qatar pulled ahead early in the second period but not for too long.
A roller-coaster action continued as Philippines pulled in front and
posted a 39:36 lead at the interval. Philippines maintained the lead
throughout the third quarter. They entered the fourth stanza up by
as many as 4 points 64:60. But a disastrous start to the fourth term
did not allow Philippines to succeed. Qatar went on a 16:3 run early
in the final quarter to leave their opponents behind. Qatar did not
surrender the advantage in the reminder of the contest and raced to
the victory at the end.
Baker Ahmad Mohammed (199-F-86) produced 19 points and 10
rebounds for Qatar.
Khalid Suliman Abdi (198-F/G-87) netted 17 points in the
victory.
Kelly Williams (198-F-82, college:
Oakland) replied with 20 points for Philippines.
Asi Taulava (206-C-73, college:
BYU-Hawaii) provided 13 points and 19 rebounds in the losing
case.
7-8 place
North Korea - Jordan
74-79
Jordan finished their Asian Games campaign on a high note. They
knocked down DPR Korea to occupy the seventh overall position.
Abdullah Abuqoura (202-C-84) stepped up with 20 points, 13
boards and 4 assists for the winners. DPR Korea raced in front early
in the encounter but Jordan quickly denied the effort. They grabbed
the lead to post a 23:19 advantage at the first break. Jordan used a
14:2 run in the second quarter to ensure a comfortable 17-point lead
at the interval. DPR Korea refused to surrender as they changed the
complexion of the encounter in the third term. The Korean side
increased the tempo and narrowed the gap at only 2 points with one
quarter remaining 55:57. Jordan tried to play aggressively in the
fourth period as they maintained the lead.
Fadel Alnajjar (192-G-85) and
Abdullah Abuqoura stepped up for Jordan late in regulation and
sealed the winning outcome.
Fadel Alnajjar produced 14 points for the winners.
Malek Khashan (185-G-85) netted 12 points for Jordan.
Byol Sin Kum (191-F-87) responded with 18 points for DPR Korea.
Kwang Kye (180-G-84) and
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) had 16 points each in the loss.
FINAL
China - South Korea
77-71
South Korea ended their impressive Asian Games run just a whisker
away from the title. Jaehak Yoo team lost to hosting China in the
championship clash tonight.
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) proved his leading role for the hosts
scoring 20 points and pacing China to the triumph. The teams stayed
close for some time in the opening frame but the home team stepped
on the gas late in the period. China grabbed a 27:21 lead ten
minutes into the encounter. South Korea tipped off the second frame
aggressively as they went on a 14:4 run to surge ahead. China
responded equally as they regained the advantage late in the half.
Bob Donewald team secured a 43:37 advantage at halftime. The home
team used a 14:4 rally to take a 57:49 lead midway through the third
stanza. China arrived at the final intermission up by 8 points
64:56. They boosted the margin to 14 points early in the final
quarter and though South Korea went on a desperate rescue rally late
in regulation they could prevent the loss.
Yue Sun (206-G/F-85) and
Ding Jinhui (204-C-90) accounted for 14 points each for China.
Yang Dong-Geun (182-G-81) replied with 17 points for South
Korea.
Kim Joo-Sung (205-C-79) and
Cho Sung-Min (197-F-83) chipped in 15 points apiece in the loss.
China and South Korea to fight for the
title - Nov. 25, 2010
South Korea - Japan
55-51
South Korea made it into the Final of 2010 Asian Games. They toppled
Japan in the semifinal battle tonight.
Kim Joo-Sung (205-C-79) came up with 13 points and 9 rebounds to
lead the winners. It was a tough defensive battle right from the
start. The teams teamed up for only 8 points in the first five
minutes of the encounter. Korea took the lead but not for too long.
Japan went on a 12:3 run to establish a 14:9 lead at the first
break. The teams stayed close in the second period. The lead changed
hands before South Korea sealed the first half outcome at 27:26.
South Korea dominated the boards and it eventually paid off. They
went on a spurt late in the third quarter to pile up a 46:38 lead at
the final intermission. Japan struggled to get within striking
distance in the final minutes. They did so finally but South Korea
did not panic and celebrated a historic victory at the end.
Cho Sung-Min (197-F-83) delivered 12 points for South Korea.
Lee Seung-Jun (186-G-88) netted 8 points and collected 8
rebounds in the victory.
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) answered with 16 points and 11
rebounds for Japan.
Takumi Ishizaki (188-G-84) notched 14 points in the losing
effort.
China - Iran
68-65
Three-point loss once again cursed Iran. They lost by three points
to Qatar in the semifinal of 2006 Asian Games. This year it happened
again this time against China.
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) scored 19 points and grabbed 6 rebounds
but it did not prevent Veselin Matic team from falling short against
the hosts. Iran led by three points midway through the final period
but a late rally from China sealed the deal. Iran got to an
impressive start. They executed perfectly defensively keeping China
silent. Iran ensured a 12:8 lead after ten minutes. China woke up in
the second period. Led by
Wang ShiPeng (197-F/G-83) the home team erased the deficit and
pulled in charge. They eked out a narrow 29:28 lead at the interval.
China maintained the lead throughout the tough intense third period.
Neither side was able to dominate as China entered the final quarter
up by only a single point 48:47. Iran stepped in front early in the
fourth quarter and remained in the lead for some time. But it was
China who made the final run for the win and snatched a difficult
yet so important victory at the end.
Wang ShiPeng delivered 20 points to lead China.
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) accounted for 15 points and 9 rebounds in
the victory.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) replied with 14 points for Iran.
Oshin Sahakian (201-F-86, agency:
Agency No 10) finished with 12 points and 8 boards in the losing
case.
5-8 place
Jordan - Qatar
52-60
Qatar overcame Jordan in the classification round of Asian Games.
Matthew Skillman team will now take on Philippines for the fifth
overall position at the tournament.
Khalid Suliman Abdi (198-F/G-87) led the effort with 14 points.
Jordan will face DPR Korea in the clash for the 7th place. Jordan
looked aggressive in the opening frame. They spurred in front and
recorded a 21:16 lead after ten minutes. Qatar struck back early in
the second period. They went on a 13:4 run to take the lead. Qatar
arrived at halftime up by two points 33:31. Jordan regained control
in the third frame.
Abdullah Abuqoura (202-C-84) paced the team as they established
a 44:42 advantage at the final intermission. Qatar showed character
in the final period. Playing without their charismatic leader
Yasseen Musa the team however returned into the contest and eked out
a tough victory at the end.
Daoud Musa (193-G-82),
Baker Ahmad Mohammed (199-F-86) and Souleymane Ndour scored 11
points each for Qatar.
Saad Abdulrahman Ali (193-F-85) added 5 points and 5 boards in
the winning effort.
Nidal Alsharif (190-G-82) replied with 11 points for Jordan.
Abdullah Abuqoura and
Ali Zaghab (204-F/C-88) notched 10 points apiece in the loss.
Philippines - North Korea
96-69
Philippines scored a comfortable win over DPR Korea in the
classification round of Asian Games. Rajko Toroman team will now try
to finish their campaign on a high note when they take on Qatar for
the fifth overall place tomorrow. DPR Korea will play versus Jordan.
Philippines dominated this one. They erupted for 28 points in the
opening quarter to take a 6-point lead. Philippines unleashed an
18:7 run in the second term to arrive at halftime up by as many as
17 points 54:37. More to come in the third period as Philippines
boosted the margin to 20 points and entered the fourth quarter
leading by as many as 21 points 76:55. Philippines stayed
comfortably in charge throughout the final period and earned a
well-deserved win at the end.
Greg Slaughter (211-C-88) and
Mac Baracael (193-F/G-85) notched 18 points each for
Philippines.
Chris Lutz (191-G-85, college:
Marshall) contributed 15 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists in
the victory.
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) answered with 17 points for DPR Korea.
Kwang Kye (180-G-84) chipped in 16 points in the loss.
Round: 6 (Quarter-Finals) - Nov.
24, 2010
Japan - North Korea
92-75
Japan made it into the semifinal stage at Asian Games in China. They
dealt with DPR Korea in the quarterfinal tonight.
Takumi Ishizaki (188-G-84) and
Hiroyuki Kinoshita (178-G-80) led well-balanced effort from
Thomas Wisman team. Japan went on a 12:6 run late in the opening
frame to take a 24:16 lead. They stretched the margin to double
digits quickly in the second quarter. Japan arrived at halftime
leading by as many as 20 points 50:30. Things got even worse for DPR
Korea in the second half. Japan maintained the pressure and ensured
a comfortable 21-point cushion before the fourth quarter. DPR Korea
got within 20-point range in the fourth period but never seriously
threaten the deficit.
Tomoo Amino (196-F-80) finished with 11 points for Japan.
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) chipped in 10 points and collected
9 rebounds for the winning side.
Byol Sin Kum (191-F-87) responded with 22 points and 6 boards
for DPR Korea.
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) and
Kwang Kye (180-G-84) delivered 12 points each in the loss. Japan
will now take on South Korea in the semifinal tomorrow.
Iran - Jordan
67-43
Iran eased into Asian Games semifinal. They outmuscled Jordan at the
quarterfinal stage of the tournament tonight.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) tallied 17 points and 5 rebounds to orchestrate
victory for Veselin Matic side. Iran and Jordan traded baskets early
in the encounter. Iran however went on a 12:5 run late in the period
and grabbed a 20:11 advantage.
Hamed Afagh and
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) opened a double-digit advantage for the
Iranian side in the second quarter. Jordan accounted for only 6
points in the period allowing Iran to clear off to a 15-point
distance 32:17. Iran got a firm grip on the lead. They stayed well
in control throughout the third quarter. Iran ensured a 48:33
advantage before the fourth period. Jordan failed to get any closer
in the final stanza as Iran breezed to the victory at the end.
Mahdi Kamrani produced 16 points for the winners.
Asghar Kardoust (210-C-86, agency:
SportsList Inc.) had 15 points and 15 rebounds for Iran.
Abdullah Abuqoura (202-C-84) delivered 11 points and 8 rebounds
for Jordan.
Ali Zaghab (204-F/C-88) netted 7 points in the loss.
China - Qatar
71-66
Qatar put up a decent fight against China but eventually came up
short at the quarterfinal stage of Asian Games. Veteran
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) scored 18 points and grabbed 9 rebounds
to propel China into the semifinal. It was do-or-die battle for both
sides. Both teams played in the Final of 2006 Asian Games with China
celebrating victory. Qatar did not manage to avenge the loss this
time. Matthew Skillman team got to a nice start as they were up by
two 12:10 midway through the opening quarter. But China erased the
deficit and registered a 20:16 advantage at the first break. The
hosts pulled away late in the first half. They established a 36:25
halftime buffer. The margin grew at 12-point mark in the third
period but Qatar did not give it up. They narrowed the distance at 8
points with ten minutes to go. Qatar got even closer late in
regulation but China stayed focused and eked out a tough win at the
end.
Zhu FangYu (201-F-83) had 14 points for China.
Wang ShiPeng (197-F/G-83) added 12 points in the win.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) answered with 24 points and 9 rebounds for Qatar.
Yasseen Musa (204-F-80) delivered 21 points and 17 rebounds in
the loss.
South Korea - Philippines
74-66
South Korea became the first Asian Games semifinalists. They held
off Philippines in the first quarterfinal tonight.
Oh SeKeun (201-C-87) stepped up with 19 points and 9 rebounds to
lead the effort. South Korea pulled in front early in the encounter.
They maintained the advantage and finished the opening quarter up by
two points 21:19. More to come in the second period as South Korea
mounted the pressure. They dominated the boards and looked more
focused defensively. The Korean team stretched the margin to 8
points at halftime 44:36. Philippines could not get any closer in
the third frame. South Korea wisely kept their opponents at distance
posting a 61:51 lead with one quarter to go. The complexion of the
game did not change in the fourth frame. South Korea remained calm
and determined as they drove to a confident win at the end.
Kim Sung-Chul (195-F-76) knocked down 13 points for the winners.
Lee Seung-Jun (186-G-88) contributed 12 points for South Korea.
Asi Taulava (206-C-73, college:
BYU-Hawaii) replied with 23 points for Philippines.
JV Casio (177-G-86) had 12 points in defeat.
Round: 5 (Qualifying Round).
Quarterfinalists are known - Nov. 22,
2010
Group E
China - Jordan
101-53
China ensured the fifth straight win at Asian Games. They rolled
past Jordan to win preliminary Group E.
Zhang QingPeng (189-G-81) unloaded 31 points to lead the hosts.
China will now take on Qatar in the quarterfinal on Wednesday.
Jordan also made it into the playoffs as they are set to challenge
Iran for the spot in the semis. China stunned their opponents in the
opening frame. Jordan accounted for only 8 points facing an 18-point
deficit at the first intermission. China went on a 9:3 run to boost
the lead early in the second term. The hosts ensured a comfortable
47:15 advantage at halftime. China did not loosen the grip in the
third term. They entered the fourth period ahead by as many as 43
points 75:32. Jordan did not stand a single chance in the final ten
minutes as China coasted to yet another impressive win at the
tournament.
Zhou Peng (207-F-89) delivered 20 points, 8 rebounds and 3
assists for China.
Tang ZhengDong (213-C-84) contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds
in the victory.
Ali Zaghab (204-F/C-88) replied with 19 points and 8 rebounds
for Jordan.
Mahd Abdeen (186-G-87) netted 8 points and collected 7 rebounds
in the loss.
North Korea - Uzbekistan
81-70
DPR Korea recorded their second win at the preliminary round of
Asian Games. They held off Uzbekistan in Guangzhou to improve at 2-3
record in the fourth place in Group E. DPR Korea thus made it into
the quarterfinals. They will face Japan on Wednesday. Uzbekistan
remained winless at the bottom of the standings.
Chol Pak Un (185-G-81) fired 21 points to lead the winners. DPR
Korea and Uzbekistan kept it close before the Korean team went on a
9:5 run to take a 17:11 lead at the first break. A high-flying
second term saw DPR Korea stay in charge. They ensured a 36:31 lead
at halftime. Uzbekistan tipped off the second half on a 7:1 run to
surge ahead. DPR Korea answered right back as they triggered a 13:2
rally and secured a 50:40 lead at the final intermission. DPR Korea
stretched the lead to double figures at the start of the fourth
quarter. Uzbekistan failed to respond and the Koreans gradually took
over. They did not slow down and marched to the victory.
Kwang Kye (180-G-84) and
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) nailed 16 points each for DPR Korea.
Byol Sin Kum (191-F-87) had 15 points in the win.
Samender Juginisov (202-F-87) answered with 25 points and 9
rebounds for Uzbekistan.
Hurmatjon Nuraliev (201-F-81) accounted for 12 points and 10
rebounds in the loss.
Mongolia - South Korea
66-115
South Korea celebrated the fourth win at the Asian Games. They
breezed past Mongolia to improve at 4-1 record in Group E. The
victory allowed the Korean side finished the preliminary round in
the second position, while Mongolia slipped at 1-4 record and
occupied the fifth spot in the pool. South Korea will now take on
Philippines at the quarterfinal stage on Wednesday. South Korea
fired from all the guns early in the game. They accounted for 29
points in the first quarter to take an 11-point lead. South Korea
opened the second stanza on a 14:4 rally to establish a 21-point
lead. They enjoyed a massive 58:29 halftime cushion. Mongolia
struggled to keep their defense solid. The Korean team scored
eagerly as they piled up an 87:46 advantage at the final
intermission. Jaehak Yoo side did not stop in the fourth term as
they erupted for 115 points and claimed a comprehensive win at the
end. Seven players scored in double digits for South Korea.
Park Chan-Hee (191-G-87) and
Oh SeKeun (201-C-87) led the effort with 16 points apiece.
Cho Sung-Min (197-F-83) added 13 points in the win.
Uuganbayar Oyuntsetseg (183-G-88) answered with 27 points and 10
rebounds for Mongolia.
Ikhbayar Ganbaatar (180-G-83) had 14 points in the loss.
Group F
Philippines - Taiwan
82-73
Philippines defeated Taiwan on the final day of preliminary round at
Asian Games. The victory allowed Rajko Toroman team climb at 3-2
record in the third place in Group F. Taiwan fell at 1-4 record just
outside the quarterfinal selection. Philippines will now face South
Korea in the battle for the semifinal appearance. Taiwan entered the
game with their backs against the wall. They played aggressively and
put their noses in front in the opening frame. Taiwan enjoyed a
narrow 21:20 lead ten minutes into the game. But Philippines turned
the tables in the second frame. They erased the deficit and
established a 42:40 lead at halftime. The teams stayed close until
Philippines triggered an 11:2 run and piled up a 64:54 lead at the
final intermission. The Filipino side kept their opponents at bay
throughout intense fourth period and eked out a hard-fought win at
the end.
Asi Taulava (206-C-73, college:
BYU-Hawaii) and
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) teamed up for 36 points and 20 rebounds to
lead Philippines.
Chris Tiu (178-G-85) added 15 points in the victory.
Lin Chih-Chieh (192-F/G-82) replied with 21 points for Taiwan.
Wu Tai-Hao (203-C-85, college:
BYU-Hawaii) had 20 points in the losing effort.
Qatar - Iran
46-88
Iran cruised past Qatar to wrap up the Asian Games preliminary round
in Group F. The victory allowed the winners occupy the second place
in the standings. Iran will now take on Jordan in the quarterfinals.
Qatar finished in the fourth position and they are going to take on
undefeated China on Wednesday. Iran marked their ambitions in the
opening frame. They played aggressive defensively limiting Qatar to
only 10 points. This allowed Iran to enjoy a 27:10 lead after ten
minutes. Iran continued their dominance in the second stanza.
Veselin Matic team secured a 51:26 halftime advantage. Qatar scored
only 10 points in the third frame and faced an insurmountable
31-point deficit at the final intermission. Iran eased to the
victory in the fourth period.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) stepped up with 33 points to pace Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) accounted for 21 points, 5 boards and 5
assists, while
Asghar Kardoust (210-C-86, agency:
SportsList Inc.) had 12 points and 11 rebounds in the victory.
Yasseen Musa (204-F-80) replied with 18 points for Qatar.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) finished with 13 points in the losing case.
India - Japan
58-85
Japan earned a well-awaited victory over India in the final game of
the preliminary round at Asian Games. Japan thus improved at 4-1
record and won Group F. They will now fight with DPR Korea for the
spot in the semifinal. India finished the round at 0-5 record at the
bottom of the standings. Japan obviously saved energy for the
upcoming contest in this one. They started the game slowly allowing
India to stick around. Japan led by just four points ten minutes
into the encounter. The tempo increased the second frame. Japan
managed to boost the lead as they were up by 11 points at halftime.
India cut the deficit at just 7 points midway through the third
term. They did not allow Japan to clear off trailing by 11 points
prior to the fourth frame. But Japan eventually proved the strength.
They exploded with 28 points in the fourth quarter and ran away for
a comfortable win at the end.
Hiroyuki Kinoshita (178-G-80) knocked down 13 points for Japan.
Yuta Tabuse (173-G-80, college:
BYU-Hawaii) and
Ken Takeda (188-G/F-78) added 11 points apiece in the win.
Vishesh Bhriguvanshi (192-G-91) replied with game-high 15
points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists.
Prakash Mishra (180-G/F-82) accounted for 11 points in the loss.
Round: 4 (Qualifying Round) - Nov.
21, 2010
Group E
Uzbekistan - Jordan
63-68
Jordan worked hard for the third win at the Asian Games. They
finally succeeded edging Uzbekistan in overtime.
Abdullah Abuqoura (202-C-84) stepped up with 19 points and 10
rebounds to lead Jordan as they climbed at 3-1 record in Group E.
Uzbekistan remained winless at 0-4. Jordan seemed well en route to
the victory as they posted a 15:7 lead after the opening quarter.
They stretched the margin to double digits in the second frame.
Jordan accumulated a 35:22 lead at the interval. But Uzbekistan woke
up late in the third quarter. They narrowed the distance to only
three points 45:48 with one quarter to go in regulation. Uzbekistan
got even closer in the fourth period and finally drew things level
at 57. The teams entered overtime where Jordan proved the strength
scoring 11 points and tallying the victory.
Mahd Abdeen (186-G-87) accounted for 14 points for Jordan.
Faisal Khair (204-C-85) added 13 points in the win.
Samender Juginisov (202-F-87) replied with 14 points and 12
rebounds for Uzbekistan.
Kirill Gusev (185-G-90) dropped 13 points in the loss.
South Korea - China
66-76
South Korea suffered the first loss at the Asian Games in Guangzhou.
They surrendered against the hosts. China improved at 4-0 record
with the win, while South Korea slipped at 3-1 in Group E.
Yue Sun (206-G/F-85) came up with 19 points, 6 boards and 3
assists to lead the winners. China led early in the encounter but
could not maintain the advantage. South Korea pulled in front late
in the stanza taking a 22:19 lead after ten minutes. China quickly
replied early in the second term as they regained the initiative.
The hosts arrived at the main break up by three points 38:35. China
stretched the lead to 9 points in the third term. The home team
enjoyed a 59:53 cushion heading into the fourth stanza. China looked
calm as they did not allow South Korea too close in the final
period. Robert Donewald team stayed in charge and eventually
celebrated yet another victory at the tournament.
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) notched 15 points and 7 rebounds.
Ding Jinhui (204-C-90) provided 10 points in the victory.
Kim Joo-Sung (205-C-79) replied with 18 points for South Korea.
Lee Seung-Jun (186-G-88) netted 13 points in the losing effort.
Mongolia - North Korea
67-88
DPR Korea rolled past Mongolia in Group E of the Asian Games
preliminary round.
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) scored 23 points to lead the effort.
DPR Korea improved at 1-3 record after the win. Mongolia on the
other hand slipped at 1-3 record. The teams stayed close early on
but DPR Korea went on a run late in the opening frame to take a
24:18 lead after ten minutes. DPR Korea maintained a 6-point lead
for some time but it was Mongolia who uttered the last word in the
first half. They burst out with a bunch of points to trim the
deficit at just two points 34:36. DPR Korea went off the dressing
room recharged and immediately broke free. They dominated in the
period securing a 60:49 advantage with one quarter remaining. DPR
Korea stretched the margin at 18-point mark midway through the
fourth term and never looked back en route to the win.
Chol Pak Un (185-G-81) produced 22 points and 6 boards for DPR
Korea.
Jin Hyok O (183-G-84) accounted for 10 points in the win.
Sanchir Tungalag (188-G-89) answered with 15 points for
Mongolia.
Sedbazar Shinen (191-F-81) netted 13 points and collected 9
rebounds in the loss.
Group F
Japan - Qatar
87-88
Qatar celebrated a tough narrow victory over Japan at Asian Games.
Qatar came from behind in the final quarter and snatched a one-point
win to improve at 3-1 record in Group F. They thus caught up with
Japan in the standings.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) unloaded game-high 33 points, grabbed 6 boards and
issued 3 assists to pace the winners. Japan looked well-balanced and
organized as always early in the game. They tipped off the encounter
with an 18:7 run. Japan maintained the lead as they enjoyed a 26:21
advantage at the first break. But Qatar gradually started to find
the rhythm. They narrowed the gap at 4-point mark at halftime 45:49.
Qatar got within striking distance in the third term. They trailed
by only two points at the final intermission. Japan kept in front
for almost the whole final period but it was Qatar who sneaked past
their opponents to the final victory.
Yasseen Musa (204-F-80) delivered 19 points for Qatar.
Saad Abdulrahman Ali (193-F-85) contributed 8 points in the win.
Hiroyuki Kinoshita (178-G-80) replied with 23 points for Japan.
Takumi Ishizaki (188-G-84) netted 16 points in the loss.
Taiwan - Iran
72-73
Iran survived a big challenge from Taiwan to record the third win at
the Asian Games in Guangzhou.
Asghar Kardoust (210-C-86, agency:
SportsList Inc.) came up with 22 points and 16 boards to propel
Iran to the victory. Iran are now 3-1, while Taiwan slipped at 1-3
record in Group F. Iran entered the game strongly. They limited
their opponents at 14 points in the opening stanza to take a 22:14
lead. Taiwan adjusted both offensively and defensively in the second
term. They stayed close throughout the second period. Iran led by
just three points at halftime 36:33. Taiwan went on a 15:8 run early
in the third quarter to pull in front. Xuelei Zhang team had a firm
grip on the lead as they headed into the fourth period up by one
point 54:53. Iran managed to turn the tables in the final minutes.
They pulled in front and escaped with a narrow victory at the end.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) netted 19 points for Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) accounted for 11 points in the victory.
Lin Chih-Chieh (192-F/G-82) answered with 22 points for Taiwan.
Wu Tai-Hao (203-C-85, college:
BYU-Hawaii) delivered 12 points in defeat.
India - Philippines
57-78
Philippines made it look easy as they coasted past India for the
second win at Asian Games.
JV Casio (177-G-86) scored 18 points as Philippines secured 2-2
record in Group F. India fell at 0-4 after the loss. Philippines
surged ahead right from the start. They built a 21:14 lead ten
minutes into the encounter. India however stopped the rot in the
second term. They slowed down Philippines and struck back. Led by
Japdeep Singh (199-C-86) India managed to cut the distance to
only one point at halftime 30:31. Philippines did not allow their
opponents to develop that success. They opened the second half on a
17:4 rally to clear off. Philippines ensured a 22-point lead at the
final break and never looked back again.
Chris Tiu (178-G-85) provided 13 points for Philippines.
Asi Taulava (206-C-73, college:
BYU-Hawaii) and
Chris Lutz (191-G-85, college:
Marshall) accounted for 10 points each in the victory.
Japdeep Singh replied with 14 points and 6 boards for India.
Vishesh Bhriguvanshi (192-G-91) and
Yadwinder Singh (198-C-86) chipped in 10 points each in the
loss.
Round: 3 (Qualifying Round) - Nov.
19, 2010
Group E
China - Uzbekistan
96-31
Uzbekistan suffered a heavy loss to China at Asian Games tonight.
The team thus fell at 0-3 record at the bottom of Group E. China
stayed unbeaten with a perfect record of 3-0.
Wang ShiPeng (197-F/G-83) led the winners with 20 points.
Uzbekistan stunned China early in the encounter as they were up by
one 10:9 after five minutes of action. But gradually the hosts shook
off the sloppiness. China increased the tempo and outscored their
opponents 26:15 in the first frame. China limited Uzbekistan to just
4 points in the second period taking a comfortable 48:19 lead at
halftime. Things just got worse for Uzbekistan in the second half.
China dominated every facet of the game as they piled up a massive
77:29 lead heading into the fourth term. China looked confident as
they coasted to the victory in the final quarter.
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) knocked down 18 points.
Zhang QingPeng (189-G-81) netted 17 points in the winning case.
Samender Juginisov (202-F-87) replied with 13 points for
Uzbekistan.
Artur Sharafutdinov (200-F-90) provided 6 points in defeat.
Jordan - Mongolia
79-64
Mongolia put up a good fight but eventually came up short against
Jordan at the Asian Games in China. Jordan thus improved at 2-1
record in Group E. Mongolia suffered the second loss in three games
played.
Ali Zaghab (204-F/C-88) was pivotal for Jordan with 17 points
and 19 rebounds. Jordan strongly entered the game as they led 12:6
midway through the opening frame. But Mongolia quickly picked up the
pace and narrowed the deficit at just three points at the first
break 14:17. Jordan opened the second stanza on an 8:2 rally to
clear off. They kept Mongolia at bay posting a 35:23 halftime
advantage. Jordan boosted the lead in the third stanza. They enjoyed
a 16-point advantage before Mongolia turned things around once
again. They capped the period with a 14:4 run to narrow the deficit
at just 6-point mark. The teams exchanged the baskets in the final
term but Jordan made the late run and escaped with a difficult win
at the end.
Ahmad Alhamarsheh (195-F-90) and
Mahd Abdeen (186-G-87) contributed 13 points each for Jordan.
Nidal Alsharif (190-G-82) provided 12 points for the winners.
Otgonmunkh Munkhtar (191-F-86) and
Sanchir Tungalag (188-G-89) answered with 12 points apiece for
Mongolia.
Uuganbayar Oyuntsetseg (183-G-88) had 9 points in the losing
effort.
North Korea - South Korea
66-96
South Korea claimed the third consecutive win at the Asian Games.
Tonight they held off DPR Korea to remain on top of Group E. Their
opponents slipped at 0-3 record after the defeat.
Lee Seung-Jun (186-G-88) produced 23 points and 7 rebounds to
lead the effort. South Korea quickly pulled in charge in this one.
They erupted for 27 points in the first period taking a 15-point
advantage. The margin kept on growing in the second stanza. South
Korea dominated the boards and eased to a 25-point lead at the
interval 55:30. South Korea increased the tempo even more in the
third stanza. They established an insurmountable 35-point advantage
with ten minutes remaining. DPR Korea had to digest the third
straight bitter pill at the tournament.
Cho Sung-Min (197-F-83) delivered 15 points for South Korea.
Lee Kyu-Sup (198-F-77) and
Ha Seung-Jin (222-C-85) banked 12 points apiece in the win.
Chol Pak Un (185-G-81) answered with 20 points for DPR Korea.
Jin Pak Myong (191-F-82) had 11 points in the loss.
Group F
Philippines - Japan
58-60
Japan claimed another narrow victory at Asian Games in China. They
nipped Philippines tonight to stay unbeaten in Group F.
Takumi Ishizaki (188-G-84) knocked down 16 points to lead the
winning side. Philippines slipped at 1-2 record. Japan and
Philippines teamed up for five points in the opening five minutes of
the game. Philippines adjusted late in the frame as they piled up a
14:9 lead. The teams traded baskets throughout the second quarter as
Japan managed to erase the deficit and pull in front. Thomas Wisman
team went into the dressing room leading by a single point 30:29.
Japan tipped off the second half with an 8:4 run to open the bigger
lead. They maintained well scoring a 48:43 advantage with ten
minutes remaining. Japan led by six points midway through the final
quarter but Philippines restored the intrigue when they denied the
distance. But Japan stayed cool in the dying seconds and escaped
with yet another last-second win at the end.
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) tallied 11 points and 11 rebounds
for Japan.
Yuta Tabuse (173-G-80, college:
BYU-Hawaii) notched 9 points in the victory.
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) replied with 13 points for Philippines.
Kelly Williams (198-F-82, college:
Oakland) chipped in 12 points and collected 12 rebounds in the
loss.
Iran - India
78-63
Iran celebrated the second win at the Asian Games in China. Veselin
Matic team held off India to improve at 2-1 record in Group F.
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) accounted for 27 points for Iran. Iran started
the game with aggressive defense. They held India to just 14 points
taking a 20:14 lead ten minutes into the game. Iran began getting
away in the second frame. They established a comfortable 44:29 lead
at the interval. India cut the deficit at 11 points early in the
third stanza however Iran quickly restored a safe cushion. They
accumulated a 19-point advantage with one quarter remaining. India
opened the fourth term on an 8:4 run but Iran timely stopped the rot
and ran away with the win.
Asghar Kardoust (210-C-86, agency:
SportsList Inc.) provided 17 points for Iran.
Mahdi Kamrani (181-G-82) and
Oshin Sahakian (201-F-86, agency:
Agency No 10) delivered 8 points each for the winners.
Japdeep Singh (199-C-86) replied with 24 points for India.
Yadwinder Singh (198-C-86) finished with 17 points and 6 boards
in the losing effort.
Qatar - Taiwan
72-70
Qatar withheld a fierce comeback rally from Taiwan to snatch a
narrow victory in the third round of action at Asian Games. The win
allowed Qatar to improve at 2-1 record in Group F. Taiwan are now
1-2 in the standings.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) fired 23 points and pulled down 11 rebounds to lead
the Qatari side. Qatar looked better in the first quarter. They
surged ahead and rallied to a confident 20:14 lead at the first
break. Taiwan adjusted their game in the second frame. They cut the
distance to only four points midway through the period but Qatar
were ready for the challenge. Matthew Skillman team bounced back
taking an 8-point cushion at the big break. The third frame saw an
intense battle of two well-matched teams. Qatar remained in charge
but led by only a single point 49:50 at the final intermission.
Qatar jumped to a 7-point lead in the final period but Taiwan denied
the distance setting a mouth-watering finale. Qatar proved calmer as
they executed a narrow two-point win at the end.
Daoud Musa (193-G-82) and
Yasseen Musa (204-F-80) delivered 15 points each for Qatar.
Saad Abdulrahman Ali (193-F-85) netted 8 points in the victory.
Lu Cheng-Ju (194-F-86) replied with 23 points for Taiwan.
Tien Lei (203-F-83) accounted for 18 points, 6 boards and 4
assists in the loss.
Round: 2 (Qualifying Round) - Nov.
18, 2010
Group E
North Korea - China
62-98
China cruised past North Korea in Day 2 of the Men's Preliminary
Round in Group E. The hosts of the Asian games celebrated 98:62 win
at the Guangzhou Int'l Sport Arena. It was an easy start for the
favorites as they produced a 25-15 in the opening quarter. In the
second period the hosts dedicated more time and effort to defence
and limited the opponents to just 9 points. After 21-9 in the second
quarter China enjoyed 46:24 halftime advantage. The picture remained
the same in the second half with China dominating the court. They
added 28-21 in the third quarter and finished with 24-17 in the last
period. That victory allowed them to take 2-0 record on top of Group
E. North Korea meanwhile dropped to 0-2 in the bottom of the
standings.
Wang ZhiZhi (214-C-79) stepped up with 14 points for 2-0 record
with his side.
Ding Jinhui (204-C-90) and Zhang QingPeng netted 12, while Zhou
Peng netted 11. In Day 3 North Korea will face South Korea that
reached their second straight win at the Asian Games in China. The
team improved to 2-0 record in Group E after the win over Jordan
95:49 at the Guangzhou Int'l Sport Arena. China meanwhile will play
versus Uzbekistan on November 19th.
Uzbekistan - Mongolia
65-67
Mongolia grabbed valuable win over Uzbekistan in the most
interesting game of Day 2 at the Asian Games in Group E. Mongolia
celebrated 67:65 thriller to tie their record at 1-1. Uzbekistan
meanwhile dropped to 0-2 in the standings. Mongolia started with
18-15 lead after the opening period and nailed another 18 points in
the second frame. At that time Uzbekistan managed to provide 13
points and trailed 8 points at the halftime. In the third quarter
Mongolia again notched 18 points, while they allowed the opponents
to post 14. The last frame however belonged to Uzbekistan that
produced 23-13 in it. It was not however enough to celebrate the
victory. Bataa Munkhbold paced all the winners with 17 points and
Ganbaatar Ikhbayar followed him with 13. Munkhbayar Badrakh notched
11, whilst
Sedbazar Shinen (191-F-81) added 9. Denisov Vyacheslav responded
with 17 points in the losing effort. Sharafutdinov Artur and Zinovev
Gennadiy brought 15 each, while
Samender Juginisov (202-F-87) scored 11. In Day 3 Mongolia will
face Jordan that lost to South Korea. South Korea reached their
second straight win at the Asian Games in China. The team improved
to 2-0 record in Group E after the win over Jordan 95:49 at the
Guangzhou Int'l Sport Arena. Uzbekistan will take on China on
November 19th.
South Korea - Jordan
95-49
South Korea reached their second straight win at the Asian Games in
China. The team improved to 2-0 record in Group E after the win over
Jordan 95:49 at the Guangzhou Int'l Sport Arena. South Korea started
with 28-16 in the first period and never looked behind after. They
dominated the court and added 25-12 in the second frame. Moreover
the favorites did not even think of slowing down and won both
periods in the second half. With 20-12 South Korea finished the
third quarter to increase their lead and then ended up with 22-9 in
the last quarter. Lee Seung-Jun and Kim Joo-Sung paced all the
winners with 14 points each.
Cho Sung-Min (197-F-83) netted 11 and Oh SeKeun scored 10.
Mohammad Hadrab (201-F-84) replied with 19 points in defeat and
Zaghab Ali scored 10. In Day 3 South Korea will face North Korea
that lost the the hosts. China cruised past North Korea in Day 2 of
the Men's Preliminary Round in Group E. The hosts of the Asian games
celebrated 98:62 win at the Guangzhou Int'l Sport Arena. Jordan
meanwhile will play versus Mongolia.
Group F
Japan - Iran
57-56
Japan cruised past Iran in the top game of the Day 2 of the Men's
Preliminary Round Group F in China. Japan grabbed 2-0 record on top
of the group after 57:56 victory. It was a real thriller in the game
and actually both teams deserved the win. Iran opened the game with
19-17 in the start and then added 12-11 in the second frame.
Moreover the team celebrated the victory in the third period as well
as they needed 16-15 for 4-point advantage before the final stanza.
Japan however responded with 14-9 in the last frame to clinch the
second win. Ishizaki Takumi stepped up with 13 points for the
winners and
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) followed him with 10.Tabuse Yuta
netted 9, whilst Hirose Kenta scored 7. Kamrani Mahdi ended up with
15 points in the losing case as Iran tied their record at 1-1.
Kardoust Asghar notched 11 and
Hamed Afagh (190-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) netted 7. In Day 3 Japan will face Philippines
that rolled over Qatar at the start of Day 2 of the Men's
Preliminary Round Group F in China. Philippines tied both records at
1-1 in after 90:68 win in Asian Games. Iran meanwhile will take on
India that lost to Taiwan.
Taiwan - India
93-66
Taiwan won all the periods over India for the total 93:66 success at
the end of Day 2 in Asian Games. Taiwan improved to 1-1 record in
Group F after the victory at the Ying Dong Gymnasium. Taiwan opened
the game with 25-21 after the first 10 minutes and then limited the
opponents to just 6 points in the second frame. They added 22-6 for
47:27 halftime advantage. In the third period Taiwan did not slow
down and continued to dominate the court. They produced 25-19 in the
third frame for the bigger lead and finished the game with 21-20 in
the last stanza. Lin Chih-Chieh paced all the winners with 23 points
and
Tien Lei (203-F-83) nailed 20. Yang Ching-Min followed them with
13 points for the winning side. Singh Japdeep responded with 22
points in the losing case and
Vishesh Bhriguvanshi (192-G-91) added 14. Koroth Hareesh scored
13, while Singh Yadwinder notched 10. In Day 3 Taiwan will meet
Qatar that lost to Philippines.The latter tied both records at 1-1
in after 90:68 win in Asian Games. India will take on Iran that lost
the thriller to Japan.
Philippines - Qatar 90-68
Philippines rolled over Qatar at the start of Day 2 of the Men's
Preliminary Round Group F in China. Philippines tied both records at
1-1 in after 90:68 win in Asian Games. Philippines started with
23-14 in the opening period and never looked behind after. They
produced 26-14 in the second frame for 50:28 halftime advantage. In
the second half Qatar however started to play better and managed to
show great basketball. Again Philippines celebrated 19-18 win in the
third period to increase the lead to 23 points after 30 minutes in
the court. In the last quarter both squads nailed 22 points each for
the final result. Casio JV top-scored for the winners with 22 points
and
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) netted 13. Tiu Chris and
Greg Slaughter (211-C-88) finished the night with 12 points
apiece for the winning side. Ngombo Targuy ended up with 18 points
in the losing case and Mohammed Baker Ahmad notched 12. In Day 3
Philippines will face Japan that cruised past Iran in the top game
of the Day 2 of the Men's Preliminary Round Group F in China. Japan
grabbed 2-0 record on top of the group after 57:56 victory. Qatar
will play versus Taiwan that beat India.
Preliminary Round - Nov.
16, 2010
Group A
Hong Kong - North Korea
71-78
HONG KONG lost to NORTH KOREA 71:78 at the start of Asian Games as
the latter clinched appearance in Group E. Pak Un Chol stepped up
with 19 points and Pak Myong Jin followed him with 18.
Liang Man Hung (173-G-86) responded with 12 points in the losing
effort.
Group B
Philippines - Kuwait
76-69
PHILIPPINES rolled over KUWAIT 76:69 at the Men's Qualifying Round
Group B Game 2.
Marcio Lassiter (188-G-87, college:
Cal.St. Fullerton) top-scored for the winners with 16 points,
while Baracael Mac netted 12. Albaloushi Ahmad replied with 21
points in the losing case.
Group C
Turkmenistan - Mongolia
85-90
MONGOLIA grabbed 90:85 over TURKMENISTAN and will start their
Preliminary Round on November 16th.
Sedbazar Shinen (191-F-81) paced all the winners with 22 points
and 9 rebounds, whilst Ganbaatar Ikhbayar scored 15. Pashkov
Aleksandr ended up with 25 points in defeat, while Bayriyev Toyli
notched 20.
Group D
Afghanistan - India
76-83
INDIA won the last game of the Men's Qualifying Round Group D as
they rolled over AFGHANISTAN 83:76.
Japdeep Singh (199-C-86) paced all the winners with 22 points
and Rai Trideep netted 18. Mojaddidi Safi replied with 25 points in
the losing effort.
Round: 1 (Qualifying Round) - Nov.
16, 2010
Group E
Jordan - North Korea
90-80
Jordan overcame North Korea at the Guangzhou International Sport
Arena. In the first game for both teams in Men's Preliminary Round
Group E Jordan celebrated 90:80 win. It was an offensive start and
both teams scored the majority of their baskets. North Korea started
with 26:24 and continued their streak after the win over Hong Kong
in the Qualifying Round. Jordan however bounced back with 23-13 in
the second period and took the lead at the halftime. Moreover North
Korea could score another 13 points in the third period as Jordan
held them for 19-13 to take the bigger lead. In the last quarter
North Korea celebrated 28-24 win but could not escape the loss.
Abdullah Abuqoura (202-C-84) stepped up with 25 points for the
winners and Hadrab Mohammad netted 19. Abdeen Mahd posted 15, whilst
Ali Zaghab (204-F/C-88) scored 11. Pak Myong Jin erupted with 27
points in the losing effort, whilst Pak Un Chol added 16. Kim Un
Chol notched 10 in defeat and Sin Kum Byol scored 9. In Day 2 North
Korea will face China and Jordan will play versus South Korea.
China - Mongolia
91-46
China made it look easy as they outscored Mongolia at the start of
their Asian Games campaign. Zhou Peng knocked down 16 points and
grabbed 6 rebounds to ensure the first win for China in Group E.
China stormed into this one outgunning Mongolia 13:2 in the opening
five minutes. China posted a 22:8 lead ten minutes into the game.
The defending champions quickly boosted their lead to as many as 20
points in the second period. China established a comfortable 48:21
lead at the interval. Mongolia could not threaten the margin in the
second half. The difference between the sides was too obvious as
China rolled to an easy victory at the end. Wang ZhiZhi and Tang
ZhengDong knocked down 11 points apiece for China. Wang ShiPeng and
Li Xiaoxu had 8 points each in the win.
Ikhbayar Ganbaatar (180-G-83) answered with 8 points for
Mongolia.
Sedbazar Shinen (191-F-81) accounted for 7 points in the loss.
China will take on DPR Korea next. Mongolia will look for the first
win in the group when they face Uzbekistan tomorrow.
South Korea - Uzbekistan 103-54
South Korea opened win count in Asian Games in Guangzhou. They
coasted past Uzbekistan for the initial win in Group E. Lee
Seung-Jun came up with 20 points and 8 rebounds to pace balanced
effort from the Koreans. South Korea did not waste too much time and
surged ahead straight away. They accumulated a 25:11 lead ten
minutes into the encounter. South Korea maintained the margin well
enough throughout the next period. Uzbekistan faced a massive
22-point deficit at halftime. Things got just worse for Uzbeks in
the third term. The Korean side quickly boosted the margin to 30+
margin and entered the final stanza ahead by 34 points 74:40. South
Korea did not slow down in the fourth term and rallied to an
impressive first-day rout.
Ham Ji-Hoon (198-C/F-84) netted 15 points for the Korean team.
Yang Hee-Jong added 13 points in the victory.
Samender Juginisov (202-F-87) responded with 27 points and 9
rebounds for Uzbekistan. Evgeniy Shatrov accounted for 8 points in
the loss.
Group F
Qatar - India
97-48
Qatar victoriously opened their Asian Games campaign. The last
editions vice-champions fired past India in Group F opener.
Targuy Ngombo (196-F-89, agency:
Court Side) scored 19 points and grabbed 7 rebounds to pace the
effort. India entered the group stage after beating Agfhanistan in
the preliminaries but they could not repeat the trick with much
stronger Qatar. The favorites proved the difference in the opening
stanza. Qatar cleared off to a 22:9 lead after ten minutes. Qatar
fired hard as they opened a 54:20 lead at the interval. They kept
India at bay throughout the third term. The scoreboard read 75:38 as
the teams headed into the final quarter of action. India never
threaten the deficit and had to digest a sour loss at the end. Baker
Ahmad Mohammed knocked down 18 points and accounted for 7 rebounds
for Qatar. Saad Abdulrahman Ali netted 16 points for the winners.
Hareesh Koroth answered with 24 points.
Vishesh Bhriguvanshi (192-G-91) dropped 12 points in the loss.
Iran - Philippines
65-48
Iran opened their Asian games last night in China. In the opener
Iran outscored Philippines 65:48 in the defensive style of the Men's
Preliminary Round in Group F. Iran started well and clinched the
first victory at the Huangpu Gymnasium. It was a good start for Iran
that took 17-10 lead after the first 10 minutes of the game. The
favorites controlled the half and proved their superiority also in
the second frame. After 18-10 the board showed 35:20 at the
halftime. Philippines actually scored another 10 points in the third
frame as well and again allowed the opponents to go on a bigger
advantage. After 12-10 in the period Iran improved to 17-point
deficit. In the last quarter both squads nailed 18 points each that
brought the total result in the game. Sohrabnejad Hamed poured in 11
points for the winners and
Javad Davari (185-G-83, agency:
SportsList Inc.) as well as Davoudi Aren added 10 each. Sahakian
Oshin ended up with 9 points for the first win of his team. Tiu
Chris responded with 14 points in the losing effort and Williams
Kelly collected 8 points and 13 rebounds. In day 2 Iran will face
Japan that overcame Chinese Taipei 63:57. Philippines will play
against Qatar that rolled over India in the opener.
Japan - Taiwan
63-57
Japan overcame Taiwan in the last game of the first day at the
Preliminary Round in Group F of Asian Games. Japan celebrated 63:57
win after trailing in the first quarter at the Ying Dong Gymnasium.
Taiwan started better and looked dominant in the game. They grabbed
14:7 lead and rightfully deserved the advantage. Japan however
responded with 17-9 in the second frame to take the lead at the
halftime. Both teams disappeared in the lockers as Japan enjoyed
24:23 advantage. The third quarter was another battle in the court
as the teams stayed close to each other. Japan managed to win the
frame 18-17 and increased the lead to 2 points after 30 minutes.
Moreover the winners added 21-17 in the last quarter for the final
success. Takeuchi Joji paced all the winners with 15 points and 13
rebounds.
Ryota Sakurai (194-G-83) notched 12, while
Kosuke Takeuchi (205-C/F-85) and Tabuse Yuta scored 10 each.
Tien Lei and Lin Chih-Chieh delivered 15 points each in the losing
effort. Lu Cheng-Ju netted 11, whilst Wu Tai-Hao had 8 points and 13
rebounds. In Day 2 Japan will face Iran that overcame Philippines in
the opener. Taiwan meanwhile will play against India that lost to
Qatar.
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