S. Korea pounds Mongolia to grab quarterfinal berth in women's hoops
South Korea hammered Mongolia 88-61 on Monday to secure a spot in the quarterfinals of the women's basketball tournament at the ongoing Asian Games. Forward Lee Hae-ran led the balanced attack with 20 points at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, central Japan, where South Korea enjoyed its second straight victory in Group C. South Korea, after opening the competition with a 106-40 win over…
On Monday, South Korea dominated Mongolia 88-61, securing their place in the quarterfinals of the women's basketball tournament at the Asian Games. Led by forward Lee Hae-ran with 20 points, South Korea showcased a well-rounded attack in their group C match at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan. The Korean team had previously thrashed Malaysia 106-40 on Friday, solidifying their position before facing Chinese Taipei on Tuesday.
The tournament format features two groups of four and one group of three. The top two teams from each group, along with the two best third-place teams, advance to the quarterfinals. All three teams in the third-place group have lost both of their games so far, meaning South Korea will likely secure a spot in the quarterfinals as one of the top third-place teams, even if they lose to Chinese Taipei on Tuesday.
During Monday's game, South Korea outscored Mongolia 28-9 in the first quarter, establishing a strong early lead. Although Mongolia rallied in the second half to win 42-37, it was not sufficient to overcome the deficit. South Korea's captain, Kang Lee, played a crucial role in their victory.
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