S. Korea reaches women's basketball semifinals
NAGOYA, Japan — South Korea blew out Indonesia to grab a ticket to the women's basketball semifinals at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Thursday. Seven players scored in double figures to help South Korea beat Indonesia 101-59 in the quarterfinals at Aichi International Arena in Nagoya. In Friday's semifinals, South Korea will meet the winner of the Mongolia-China quarterfinal showdown. Coached…
NAGOYA, Japan — South Korea defeated Indonesia 101-59 in the quarterfinals of the women's basketball competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Thursday, securing a spot in the semifinals. The impressive team effort saw seven players score in double figures, contributing to their 24-point victory. The men's national team had won gold on Sunday. Coached by Park Soo-ho, South Korea is aiming for its first gold medal in women's basketball since 2014 and its fifth overall.
The South Korean team took an early lead, draining six three-pointers in the first quarter and leading 28-18 after 10 minutes. They further extended their lead in the second quarter, making four more three-pointers and taking a 52-30 advantage into the second half. After a scoreless start for Indonesia in the third quarter, South Korea regained momentum and built a 71-43 lead heading into the final quarter.
The team showcased their strength with a 7-0 run, ultimately securing the easy win. Choi I-saem was the standout player, leading South Korea's scoring efforts. The semifinals match will feature South Korea facing the winner of the Mongolian-China quarterfinal clash.
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