In a thrilling encounter on Sunday, the Chinese women's basketball team staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Australia 75-68 in their third warm-up matchup. The game took place in Shenyang City, located in northeast China's Liaoning Province.
Despite missing key players like Han Xu, Li Meng, and Li Yueru, China showcased their resilience. Yang Shuayu kicked off the action with impressive performance, sinking two three-pointers in the first quarter. However, Australia's strong defense kept them ahead with a 20-17 lead at the end of the first half.
The Australian \"Opals\" capitalized on China's limited dribble penetration by ramping up their defensive intensity in the second quarter. This strategy effectively restricted China to just 3-for-14 shooting from the field during this period, widening the point gap to six.
Nevertheless, the home team adjusted their gameplay in the second half, overcoming the deficit and securing a hard-fought victory. China's ability to adapt and persevere without their star players highlighted their depth and determination as they prepare for upcoming tournaments.
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China come back to beat Australia in women's basketball warm-up
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