China's women's basketball team delivered a commanding 101-55 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) in a pre-Asia Cup warm-up match in Linyi City on Friday. The game marked the return of head coach Gong Luming, who last led the team two decades ago, and showcased emerging talent like 18-year-old Zhang Ziyu.
China established early dominance with a 20-7 first-quarter lead, fueled by sharp 3-pointers from Yang Shuyu and Zhai Ruoyun. By halftime, the gap widened to over 20 points. Despite BiH's offensive efforts in the second half, China maintained control, with Han Xu, Luo Xinyu, and Zhang Ziyu all scoring double-digit points. Zhang, in her international debut as an adult team member, led with 18 points and 7 rebounds.
"Her performance impressed us," said forward Han Xu, highlighting Zhang's potential. Coach Gong emphasized the team's focus on refining strategies and selecting the strongest squad for the Asia Cup, with five more warm-up matches planned to test player form and teamwork.
The match underscores China's preparations for regional competition and its commitment to nurturing young athletes in global sports.
