Australia - Hong Kong 103-51 Australia registered the first win at 2011 World University Games in Shenzhen. The Aussies rallied past Hong Kong for 1-1 record in Group B. Ryan Broekhoff (198-F/G-90) and Benjamin Dowdell (200-F-88) knocked down 19 points each to lead the winners. Hong Kong fell at 0-2 record after the loss. Australia stunned their opponents in the opening quarter. They exploded with 29 points to take an 18-point lead into the second frame. Australia stayed on fire in the second stanza. They recorded a massive 60:26 halftime advantage. The gap grew at 50-point mark in the third frame and Australia did not look back en route to the victory then. Corey Maynard (190-G-91) nailed 15 points, while Matthew Hodgson (211-C-91) and Cameron Gliddon (196-G/F-89, college: Concordia Irvine) had 10 points each in the win. Lee Ki (177-PG-87) answered with 14 points for Hong Kong. Chan Yik Lun (190-G-87) posted 11 points in the loss.
Serbia - Turkey 84-36 Serbia posted a comfortable victory on the fourth day of action at 2011 World University Games in China. They dismantled Turkey to improve at 2-1 record in Group B. Stefan Bircevic (209-F/C-89) tallied 16 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Turkey fell at 1-2 record after the loss. Serbia limited their opponents to 8 points in the opening period to post an 18-point lead. Serbia started the second frame on a 9:1 run to enlarge the advantage. They ensured a 45:14 halftime lead. Turkey struggled to recover in the second half. Serbia eased to a 63:29 lead at the final break and coasted to the victory at the end. Nikola Dragovic (206-F-87, college: UCLA) and Mladen Jeremic (196-G-88, agency: Interperformances) netted 14 points apiece in the winning case. Bora Pacun (210-F-87) answered with 9 points for Turkey. Ibrahim Yildirim (190-G-90) and Yigitcan Turna (187-PG-87) had 8 points apiece in the loss.
Group C
New Zealand - Lithuania 79-88 Lithuania registered the third straight win at 2011 World University Games. They overcame New Zealand to stay perfect 3-0 on top of Group C. Marius Valukonis (198-F-88) stepped up with 27 points and 9 rebounds to pace the Baltic team. Lithuania jumped to an early lead 15:10 but the Kiwis managed to bounce back. They stormed to a 25:17 advantage at the first break. New Zealand stretched the margin in the second quarter. They enjoyed a 14-point advantage before Lithuania cut it back to 11 points at halftime 35:46. New Zealand stayed in charge throughout the third frame. They entered the final stanza up by 10 points 63:53. New Zealand still led by 7 points with five minutes left in regulation. However Lithuania burst out with a 20:4 run late in the game to snatch a difficult victory at the end. Ernestas Ezerskis (192-PG-87) accounted for 16 points, while Gediminas Orelikas (200-G/F-90) added 13 points in the win. Dion Prewster (195-G/F-91, college: Stephen F. Austin) replied with 19 points for the Kiwis. Joshua Bloxham (192-G-90) netted 14 points in defeat.
Philippines - Ukraine 46-102 Ukraine bounced back after the loss to Lithuania in the second round and cruised past Philippines at 2011 World University Games Group C. The victory helped Ukraine to 2-1 record in the standings. Philippines on the other hand suffered the third straight loss. Seven Ukrainian players scored in double figures. Maksym Kornienko (205-F/C-87) stepped up with 18 points and 13 rebounds to lead the effort. Ukraine earned a 21:13 lead after ten minutes of action. They stormed into the second quarter on an 11:3 run to boost the gap. Ukraine secured a 37:24 lead at the interval. The European team increased the tempo and cleared off to a comfortable 32-point advantage at the final intermission. Ukraine stayed in charge throughout the fourth period posting a well-deserved win at the end. Pavlo Burenko (186-PG-90) tallied 15 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, while Dmytro Khodov (201-F-87) added 12 points for the winners. Kelvin Juliane (173-PG-88) answered with 13 points for Philippines. Francis Luigi Bercede (175-PG-89) chipped in 10 points in the loss.
Russia - Japan 91-73 Russia earned the third straight win at the 2011 World University Games. They remained on top of Group C with perfect 3-0 record. Dmitry Golovin (193-G-88) nailed 18 points and pulled down 10 rebounds to lead the charge. Japan fell at 1-2 record after the loss. Japan managed to post a 27:25 lead at the first break. The teams stayed close early in the second term but Russia capped the half on a 12:4 run to build a 43:35 advantage. Russia maintained the lead throughout the third quarter. They arrived at the final break leading by 12 points 68:56. Japan narrowed the gap at just 6-point mark midway through the final stanza but Russia triggered a 17:5 rally to seal the victory. Petr Gubanov (207-C-87) accounted for 13 points, while Ivan Nelyubov (207-C-88) produced 12 points in the win. Takatoshi Furukawa (190-G/F-87) answered with 18 points for Japan. Daisuke Kobayashi (188-G-87) netted 14 points in the loss.
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The World University Games basketball tournament Draw was held today in Kazan. Twenty four teams were drawn into four groups with six teams in each. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Kazan, Russia from July 6 through July 17.
Group A: Russia, Germany, Ukraine, South Korea, Estonia, Oman
Group B: Serbia, Romania, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Mongolia
Group C: Canada, USA, Czech Republic, Australia, UAE, Sweden
Group D: Lithuania, Finland, Brazil, China, Chile and Norway [read more]
The World University Games basketball tournament Draw was held today in Kazan. Twenty four teams were drawn into four groups with six teams in each. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Kazan, Russia from July 6 through July 17.
Group A: Russia, Germany, Ukraine, South Korea, Estonia, Oman Group B: Serbia, Romania, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Mongolia Group C: Canada, USA, Czech Republic, Australia, UAE, Sweden Group D: Lithuania, Finland, Brazil, China, Chile and Norway.
FINAL
Serbia - Canada 68-55
Serbia regained the World University Games title. They prevailed against Canada in the championship game in Shenzhen tonight. Mladen Jeremic (196-G-88, agency: Interperformances) stepped up with 17 points to lead the charge. Canada stayed in charge in the opening quarter. The North American team posted a 19:17 lead after ten minutes. Canada maintained the lead throughout the second frame. They arrived at halftime up by two points 34:32 [read more]
FINAL
Serbia - Canada 68-55 Serbia regained the World University Games title. They prevailed against Canada in the championship game in Shenzhen tonight. Mladen Jeremic (196-G-88, agency: Interperformances) stepped up with 17 points to lead the charge. Canada stayed in charge in the opening quarter. The North American team posted a 19:17 lead after ten minutes. Canada maintained the lead throughout the second frame. They arrived at halftime up by two points 34:32. But Serbia opened the second half on an 8:2 run to surge ahead. The European team gradually boosted the margin arriving at the final break up by 9 points 49:40. Serbia stayed aggressive and kept their opponents at distance throughout the fourth frame. Canada failed to get within striking distance in the final quarter as Serbia coasted to the victory at the end. Vladimir Lucic (202-F-89, agency: Beo Basket) posted 11 points, while Marko Ljubicic (195-G-87, agency: Beo Basket) notched 9 points in the winning effort. Nathan Yu (189-PG-89) and Tyson Hinz (199-F-91) answered with 14 points each in the loss.
3-4 place
Lithuania - Russia 76-74 Lithuania stepped on the pedestal at World University Games. They held off Russia in the consolation final. Ernestas Ezerskis (192-PG-87) scored 25 points to pace the winners. Russia cleared off late in the opening term to post a 19:14 lead. Evgeny Pashutin team stretched the gap to 10 points midway through the second frame. Russia established a 35:24 halftime advantage. But Lithuania bounced back in the third term. The Baltic team erased the deficit in the third term and eked out a 48:46 lead at the final intermission. Gediminas Orelikas (200-G/F-90) and Kadzevicius boosted the margin to 5 points late in regulation 71:66. But Petr Gubanov (207-C-87) and Dmitry Golovin sank five free throws to draw things level at 71. Gediminas Orelikas converted a three-point play but Petr Gubanov and Savelyev levelled things up again at 74. Stanionis got fouled and dropped two free throws to put Lithuania in front 76:74 with four seconds remaining. Savelyev missed a buzzer-beater and Lithuania escaped with victory at the end. Gediminas Orelikas posted 16 points, while Julius Jucikas added 9 points in the win. Petr Gubanov answered with 24 points for Russia. Anatoly Kashirov (215-C-87) had 17 points and 8 rebounds in the loss.
5-6 place
USA - Germany 86-83 USA wrapped up their World University Games campaign with victory. They held off Germany in a thrilling battle to occupy the fifth overall position. Trevor Mbakwe (203-F-89) stepped up with 21 points and 8 rebounds to pace the winners. USA and Germany traded baskets throughout close first quarter. The lead changed hands before Germany posted a 21:19 lead after ten minutes. The European team maintained the advantage throughout the second quarter. Germany arrived at halftime up by a single point 41:40. Jamychal Green (206-F-90) scored 10 points in the third frame allowing USA to take a 64:61 lead heading into the fourth frame. Trevor Mbakwe helped the United States build an 11-point lead midway through the fourth stanza. Johannes Lischka (203-F/C-87) drained a pair of triples late in regulation as Germany got within three points but USA stayed calm as Gibbs and Trevor Mbakwe sealed the winning outcome from the charity stripe. John Jenkins (193-G-91) scored 15 points, while Jamychal Green added 12 points for the winners. Johannes Lischka responded with 28 points for Germany. Bastian Doreth (183-G-89) notched 12 points in the loss.
7-8 place
Finland - Romania 76-69 Finland celebrated the victory on the final day of the World University Games in Shenzhen. They overcame Romania to clinch the seventh overall position. Antti Kanervo (193-G/F-89) scored 21 points to pace the winners. Finland jumped ahead early in the encounter and ensured 23:20 lead at the first break. The teams stayed close throughout the second quarter. Finland hung on to establish a 39:38 halftime lead. Romania denied the deficit late in the third quarter. They drew things level at 55 heading into the fourth period. Vlad Moldoveanu (207-F/C-88, agency: Interperformances, college: American) put Romania in front 67:65 with three minutes to go in regulation. But Roope Ahonen stepped up with nine points in the reminder of the contest carrying Finland to the victory. He finished with 20 points, while Matti Nuutinen (200-F-90) added 11 points in the win. Titus Nicoara (202-F-88, agency: Interperformances) answered with 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for Romania. Vlad Moldoveanu delivered 17 points and 11 rebounds in the loss.
9-10 place
Ukraine - Turkey 76-71 Ukraine earned the 9th place at the World University Games in Shenzhen. They defeated Turkey tonight. Maksym Kornienko (205-F/C-87) stepped up with 22 points and 13 rebounds to lead the winners. Ukraine had to overcome a sloppy start. Turkey capped the opening period on a 14:2 run to take a 23:13 lead. The Turkish team maintained the advantage throughout the second quarter. They headed into the second half up by 9 points 36:27. But Ukraine exploded with a 17:7 rally late in the third quarter to level things up at 56. Ukraine quickly cleared off to a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter and kept Turkey at bay afterwards. Dmytro Khodov (201-F-87) finished with 18 points, while Oleksandr Tischenko (206-C-89) added 13 points in the winning effort. Melih Mahmutoglu (193-G-90) responded with 16 points for Turkey. Bora Pacun (210-F-87) delivered 14 points and 9 rebounds in the loss.
11-12 place
Czech Republic - Japan 94-81 Czech Republic ended their World University Games campaign with victory. They toppled Japan to clinch the 11th overall position. Patrik Auda (205-F-89) stepped up with 27 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort. The teams got to a flying start. They traded baskets eagerly throughout the opening frame. Japan eked out a 29:28 lead after ten minutes. The teams stayed neck and neck throughout the second frame. Czech Republic gained a narrow 47:44 lead at the interval. The Czech team finally cleared off in the third stanza. The Europeans arrived at the final pause up by 10 points 68:58. Czech Republic unloaded 26 points in the fourth period and rolled to the victory at the end. Tomas Macela (179-G-88) and Vojtech Hruban (200-F-89) delivered 15 points apiece in the win. Kosuke Kanamaru (193-F/G-89) answered with 17 points for Japan. Ruymo Ono (197-F/C-88) had 14 points and 7 rebounds in defeat.
13-14 place
Israel - Brazil 60-65 Brazil registered victory on the final day of World University Games tournament. They held off Israel to claim the 13th position. Frederico Santos (91) posted 13 points and 11 rebounds to lead the effort. Brazil posted a 17:15 lead at the first break. But Israel bounced back and levelled things up at 32 at halftime. Israel pulled in front in the third quarter. They ensured a 48:41 lead heading into the fourth period. Brazil turned things around in the fourth stanza. The Latin American side erased the deficit and finished the game strongly stealing a tough win at the end. Lucas Nogueira (213-C-92) had 13 points, while Fabricio Melo (212-C-90) and Rafael Stabile (F-88) delivered 10 points apiece in the victory. Ben Rice (195-F-90) and Gilad Karni (195-F/G-87, agency: Avi Zilberman) answered with 13 points each in the loss.
15-16 place
Australia - Mexico 71-68 Australia overcame Mexico on the final day of action at World University Games in China. The Aussies thus earned the 15th place at the tourney. Clinton Steindl (200-F-89) registered 15 points to lead the effort. Mexico looked better in the starting frame. They established a 19:14 lead after ten minutes. The Latin American team maintained the advantage throughout the second quarter. They posted a 31:25 halftime lead. Australia managed to narrow the gap in the third quarter. They cut the deficit at 4 points 42:46 entering the fourth frame. Australia got within striking distance in the dying minutes and eventually snatched a difficult win at the end. Matthew Hodgson (211-C-91) provided 14 points for Australia. Cameron Gliddon (196-G/F-89) delivered 11 points in the win. Francisco Cruz (191-G-89) answered with 15 points for Mexico. Israel Nolasco (205-C-89) had 12 points in the loss.
17-18 place
China - South Korea 87-88 South Korea stole a narrow win over China on the final day of World University Games in Shenzhen. Five players scored in double figures to lead South Korea to the victory. They thus claimed the 17th place at the tournament. South Korea were well in control throughout the opening quarter. They posted a 28:16 lead after ten minutes. But the hosts stopped the rot and narrowed the deficit in the second frame. China got as close as three points at the interval 41:44. South Korea kept their opponents at distance in the third frame. China faced a 5-point deficit into the fourth quarter. The home team trimmed the distance to just three points with under three minutes to go. But Jaehyun Park and Lee Jung-Hyun (190-F-87) sealed the victory for South Korea. Kim Mingoo (188-G-91) posted 17 points, while Choi Bu Kyung (200-F-89) delivered 16 points in the victory. Ling Chang (206-F-88) and Ren JunFei (204-C-90) answered with 20 points each for China.
19-20 place
Hungary - United Arab Emirates 84-62 Hungary overcame UAE on the final day of action at World University Games. The victory sealed the 19th-place finish for the winners. Mate Mohacsi (192-F-90) scored 20 points and collected 8 rebounds to pace the effort. UAE jumped to an early lead but Hungary quickly denied the deficit. The European team posted a 25:16 lead ten minutes into the game. Hungary opened a double-digit lead early in the second term and maintained it well throughout the period. Hungary mounted the pressure in the third term and eased to a 20-point lead at the final break 68:48. UAE did not recover in the fourth frame and had to surrender at the end. Peter Szabo (183-G-89) posted 19 points, while Zoltan Supola (190-G-88, agency: FCM) added 18 points in the win. Qais Alshabebi (200-F-91) responded with 21 points for UAE. Mohamed AlBraiki (205-C-91) netted 17 points in defeat.
21-22 place
New Zealand - Hong Kong 92-61 New Zealand finished their World University Games campaign on a high note. The Kiwis thumped Hong Kong to earn the 21st place at the tournament. Marco Alexander (186-G-91) scored 25 points to lead the charge. New Zealand fired 27 points in the opening term to build a 9-point lead. The Kiwis cleared off in the second frame. They built a 22-point halftime advantage. New Zealand went on a 13:4 run to open the third stanza. Hong Kong never recovered in the reminder of the contest as New Zealand cruised to the victory at the end. Justin Richard Edwards (197-F-90) posted 24 points, while Dion Prewster (195-G/F-91, college: Stephen F. Austin) added 15 points and 7 rebounds in the winning effort. Hong Kong answered with 23 points from Lee Ki (177-PG-87). Chan Yik Lun (190-G-87) had 11 points in defeat.
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SEMIFINALS
Canada - Lithuania 83-68
Canada reached the title game at the World University Games in China. They overcame Lithuania in the first semifinal tonight. Tyson Hinz (199-F-91) stepped up with 21 points and 7 rebounds to pace the effort. Lithuania looked exhausted after a tough quarterfinal battle against USA. Canada capitalized jumping to a 24:18 lead after ten minutes. The North American side maintained the lead throughout the second period [read more]
SEMIFINALS
Canada - Lithuania 83-68 Canada reached the title game at the World University Games in China. They overcame Lithuania in the first semifinal tonight. Tyson Hinz (199-F-91) stepped up with 21 points and 7 rebounds to pace the effort. Lithuania looked exhausted after a tough quarterfinal battle against USA. Canada capitalized jumping to a 24:18 lead after ten minutes. The North American side maintained the lead throughout the second period. They established a 39:29 halftime advantage. The gap grew at double figures in the third frame. Canada enjoyed a 14-point lead before the Baltic team cut it to 9 points with ten minutes to go 47:56. Canada however restored a safe cushion early in the fourth frame and marched to the victory at the end. Warren Ward (196-G-89) and Boris Bakovic (201-F-88, agency: Interperformances) accounted for 16 points apiece in the win. Gediminas Zyle (209-C-88) replied with 15 points and 8 rebounds for Lithuania. Marius Valukonis (198-F-88) posted 11 points in defeat.
Russia - Serbia 61-81 Serbia will defend their World University Games title in the championship against Canada tomorrow. The reigning champions held off Russia in the semifinal tonight to ensure their title game birth. Vladimir Lucic (202-F-89, agency: Beo Basket) scored 18 points to pace the effort. Serbia dominated from start to finish. They established a 23:18 lead after ten minutes. Serbia extended the lead in the second quarter. They posted a 45:26 halftime advantage. Russia could not change the complexion of the encounter in the second half. Serbia stayed well in charge of the proceedings. They recorded a 64:45 lead heading into the final period. They did not slow down in the fourth frame and celebrated a comfortable win at the end. Mladen Jeremic (196-G-88, agency: Interperformances) and Milos Dimic (195-G-89) accounted for 12 points each for Serbia. Stefan Bircevic (209-F/C-89) and Vladimir Stimac (209-C-87, agency: Interperformances) had 11 points each in the victory. Viacheslav Zaitsev (191-G-89) responded with 15 points for Russia. Petr Gubanov (207-C-87) notched 12 points in the loss.
5-8 place
USA - Romania 94-73 USA outmuscled Romania in the 5th-8th place classification round at World University Games. USA will now take on Germany for the fifth place tomorrow. Romania will face Finland in the final game of the tournament. USA opened the game with a 12:2 run. They stayed in charge posting a 20:12 lead at the first break. USA cleared off to an 18-point lead at halftime. The North American team maintained the advantage throughout the third term. USA entered the fourth quarter up by 19 points 74:55. Romania could not get any closer throughout the final period as the United States breezed to the victory at the end. Draymond Green (198-F-90) registered 16 points to lead the charge. Jamychal Green (206-F-90) and John Jenkins (193-G-91) contributed 12 points apiece in the victory. Titus Nicoara (202-F-88, agency: Interperformances) responded with 22 points and 10 rebounds for Romania. Andrei Mandache (189-G-87, agency: Global Sports Plaza) had 18 points in the loss.
Germany - Finland 84-63 Germany will play for the fifth place at World University Games. They outgunned Finland in the classification round tonight. Finland will take on Romania for the 7th overall position at the tournament. Stefan Schmidt (206-C-89) delivered 16 points and 7 rebounds in the win. Germany erupted for 27 points in the opening quarter to clear off. They piled up a 13-point lead at the first break. Finland opened the second frame on a 9:0 run to narrow the gap. Finland held their opponents to just four points in the second term to trim the deficit to a single point 30:31. Germany used a 9:1 run midway through the third quarter to gain a 42:33 lead. They managed to establish a comfortable 59:45 advantage at the final break. Germany quickly boosted the gap to 20 points in the fourth frame and never looked back en route to the victory. Johannes Lischka (203-F/C-87) provided 14 points, while Nicolai Simon (191-G-87) added 13 points in the winning effort. Matti Nuutinen (200-F-90) answered with 16 points for Finland. Roope Ahonen (187-PG-90, agency: FCM) had 15 points in the loss.
9-12 place
Czech Republic - Ukraine 52-71 Ukraine celebrated a comfortable victory over Czech Republic in 9th-12th place classification round at World University Games. Maksym Kornienko (205-F/C-87) delivered 20 points to lead the effort. Ukraine limited their opponents to 11 points in the first frame posting a 4-point lead. The margin grew at 11-point mark midway through the second term. Czech Republic finished the half strongly cutting the deficit at just four points 28:32 at halftime. Ukraine once again cleared off to a double-digit margin in the third quarter. But Czech Republic bounced back again trimming the distance to six points with one quarter remaining. Ukraine tipped off the fourth period on a 10:3 run and coasted to the victory afterwards. Pavlo Burenko (186-PG-90) posted 13 points and 7 rebounds, while Igor Zaitsev (211-F/C-89) contributed 11 points in the victory. Patrik Auda (205-F-89) answered with 12 points for Czech Republic. Petr Dokoupil (191-G-88)oupil finished with 10 points in defeat.
Turkey - Japan 85-83 Turkey overcame Japan in the 5th-8th place classification round at World University Games. Birkan Batuk (198-F-90) scored 17 points and grabbed 8 rebounds to pace the winners. Turkey will now take on Ukraine tomorrow. Japan will face Czech Republic in the tournament finale. Turkey earned a narrow 24:21 lead at the first intermission. But Japan struck back in the second term. Japan posted a 46:45 halftime advantage. The seesaw action continued in the third term. Turkey regained the lead and secured a one-point lead at the final break 66:65. The teams were tied at 80 with under two minutes left. Ibrahim Yildirim (190-G-90) drained a triple and then Turna sealed the winning outcome for Turkey. Ibrahim Yildirim accounted for 14 points, while Bora Pacun (210-F-87) added 13 points and 9 caroms in the victory. Kosuke Kanamaru (193-F/G-89) answered with 20 points for Japan. Daisuke Kobayashi (188-G-87) 15 points in the losing effort.
13-16 place
Australia - Israel 83-88 OT Israel outlasted Australia in a thriller at World University Games tonight. The victory propelled Israel into the game for the 13th place at the tournament against Brazil. Australia will wrap up their campaign against Mexico tomorrow. The teams exchanged baskets in the close first quarter. Australia and Israel entered the second period tied at 19. Israel pulled in front in the second frame. They grabbed a 36:32 halftime lead. Australia levelled things up at 42 midway through the third quarter but Israel once again put their noses in front to enjoy a 57:50 lead with ten minutes left in regulation. Australia denied the deficit and Benjamin Dowdell (200-F-88) put them in charge 70:69 with under a minute remaining. Eyal Shulman answered with a triple but Maynard hit a jumper to force overtime. The teams traded baskets for some time in the extra period but Yoad Bet-Yosef (182-G-87, agency: Avi Zilberman) had the last laugh as he knocked down three points late in overtime to seal the victory for Israel. Yoad Bet-Yosef finished with 19 points, while Raviv Pitshon (202-C/F-89) added 16 points and 17 rebounds in the victory. Benjamin Dowdell answered with 23 points and 10 rebounds for Australia. Cameron Gliddon (196-G/F-89) provided 17 points in defeat.
Brazil - Mexico 79-61 Brazil shot down Mexico in 13th-16th place classification round at World University Games tonight. Michael Machado (185-G-90) scored 16 points to pace the effort. The teams stayed close throughout the opening quarter. Brazil eked out a 17:15 lead after ten minutes of action. Brazil stretched the lead in the second frame. The Latin American team opened a 38:28 advantage at halftime. Brazil continued to increase the tempo in the third term. They cleared off to a 22-point lead at the final intermission. Brazil did not slow down as they cruised to the victory at the end. Rafael Stabile (F-88) and Frederico Santos (91) posted 12 points apiece in the win. Gabriel Giron (192-F-88) responded with 17 points and 10 rebounds for Mexico. Israel Nolasco (205-C-89) had 8 points in the loss.
17-20 place
United Arab Emirates - South Korea 61-87 South Korea breezed past UAE at the World University Games classification round tonight. Cha Bawee (191-F-89) erupted for 30 points to pace the winners. South Korea will now take on China for the 17th overall position at the tournament. UAE will wrap up their campaign against Hungary. South Korea fired 27 points in the first period to take an 11-point lead. They maintained the lead throughout the second frame. South Korea established a 47:38 halftime buffer. The Korean team gradually boosted the gap throughout the third stanza. They ensured a 64:49 advantage with ten minutes remaining. South Korea took off in the fourth frame opening a 20-point lead and eased to the victory at the end. Lim Jongill (192-F-90) had 11 points, while Kim Jun-Yl (202-C-92) and Kim Jiwan (188-G-90) scored 10 points apiece in the win. Mohamed AlBraiki (205-C-91) answered with 22 points for UAE. Omar Alameri (200-F-91) netted 12 points in the loss.
China - Hungary 79-72 China recorded their second win at the World University Games in Shenzhen. The hosts overcame Hungary in the 17th-20th place classification round. Li Yuanyu (206-C-91) top-scored with 26 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. China will now take on South Korea for the 17th overall position. Hungary will wrap up their campaign against UAE. Hungary got to the better start. They posted a 25:20 lead ten minutes into the game. The visitors stayed in front throughout the second quarter. They registered a 36:35 halftime lead. Hungary boosted the margin in the third term. They entered the final period up by two points 56:54. But China gradually turn things around putting their noses in front in the fourth quarter. The hosts stepped on the gas in the dying minutes and escaped with victory at the end. Shi Hongfei (180-PG-93) notched 25 points and 10 rebounds, while Ren JunFei (204-C-90) added 10 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Zoltan Supola (190-G-88, agency: FCM) answered with 19 points for Hungary. Ferdinand Morgen (206-F/C-90) tallied 14 points and 10 rebounds in defeat.
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