Australia have registered their first ever FIBA Asia U16 crown in their event debut following a pull-away 67-91 victory over hosts China in Foshan. With both sides already having qualified for the 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup, Asian gold was on the line. Despite a raucous home crowd, Australia was able to quell the home side's early advantage to take command across the final three quarters as Australia outscored China, 74-44.
Australia's Crocs win first FIBA Asian U16 crown
Australia's Crocs win first FIBA Asian U16…
Australia's Crocs win first FIBA Asian U16 crown
Australia have registered their first ever FIBA Asia U16 crown in their event debut following a pull-away 67-91 victory over hosts China in Foshan. With both sides already having qualified for the 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup, Asian gold was on the line. Despite a raucous home crowd, Australia was able to quell the home side's early advantage to take command across the final three quarters as Australia outscored China, 74-44.