Hungary Beats Japan 84-63 to Set up Quarterfinal Against US at Women’s FIBA World Cup
Reka Lelik scored 23 points as Hungary shot 11 of 25 from 3-point range and advanced to face the United States in the quarterfinals.
- On Tuesday at the FIBA World Cup in Berlin, Hungary defeated Japan 84-63, securing a quarterfinal matchup against the United States. Guard Reka Lelik scored 23 points to lead the victory.
- Hungary established control by hitting 11 of 25 three-pointers throughout the match. After trailing 37-34 at halftime, the Hungarian offense pulled away decisively.
- The game was overshadowed by a serious injury to Japan shooting guard Saki Hayashi, who exited shortly before halftime with an apparent broken right arm after an awkward fall.
- Reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 40 years, Lelik expressed excitement for Thursday's matchup. "I'm excited to play the very best players in the world," she said.
- All quarterfinals are scheduled for Thursday. Spain and France await Wednesday's playoff winners between Italy-Australia and China-Puerto Rico, while host Germany faces South Korea for a remaining spot.
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Independent EspañolBERLIN (AP) — Reka Lelik scored 23 points and Hungary beat Japan 84-63 in the FIBA Women's World Cup on Tuesday, to prepare a quarter-final duel against the United States.
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