U16 Asia Championship: Thailand edge Hong Kong to enter playoffs with perfect record

Rujiwan Bunsinprom

Thailand U16 - Hong Kong U16 71:62

Thailand clinched the fifth straight win at the U16 Asia Championship. They overcame Hong Kong to enter the playoffs for Level I spot with a perfect record. Hong Kong slipped at 3-2 record and failed to qualify for the playoffs.
Thailand snatched a 17:12 lead after the opening quarter. They maintained the advantage throughout the second term. The Thai team accumulated a 37:26 halftime lead. Hong Kong narrowed the gap in the third stanza. They got within 9 points at the final intermission 55:46. The teams traded baskets throughout the fourth term as Thailand coasted to the victory. Rujiwan Bunsinprom (173-F-98) produced 16 points for Thailand. Varitta Srijunvong and Amphawa Thuamon (173-F-97) had 15 points each for the winners. Ko Tsz Ching (158-SF-97) responded with 18 points for Hong Kong. Cheung Wa Sin (163-SF-97) netted 16 points in the loss.

Thailand U16: Rujiwan Bunsinprom 16, Varitta Srijungvong 15, Amphawa Thuamon 15
Hong Kong U16: Ko Tsz Ching 18, Cheung Wa Sin 16