Kazakhstan vs Japan, Basketball Women's Asian Games, 2026, Today Match Prediction
Kazakhstan
Japan
Can Japan topple Kazakhstan?
- Kazakhstan averages 48.7 points per game.
- Japan averages 100.0% away wins, with 96.7 points per game.
- In the last five matches, Kazakhstan have 1 win, 4 losses, and Japan have won 2, 3 losses.
Japan to win.
| Tournament: | Basketball Women's Asian Games, 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | DAZN |
| Venue: | Aichi International Arena |
| Tip Off: | 10:20:00 |
Kazakhstan vs Japan Basteball Odds
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|---|---|---|
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Kazakhstan vs Japan Match Prediction & Analysis
Kazakhstan face Japan on September 20 in Group B of the 2026 Asian Games. Kazakhstan will look to bounce back after their opening-game defeat, while Japan enter with confidence after a strong defensive performance against Hong Kong China. Kazakhstan will need to limit turnovers and contain Japan’s perimeter shooting.
In their last three head-to-head matchups, Kazakhstan has won 0 matches, while Japan has won 3 matches.
Kazakhstan vs Japan Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamara Kuzmina Noiok | 11.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 0.0/1.0 |
| Mona Tateyama | 26.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 0.0/0.0 |
Teams Preview
Kazakhstan Preview
Kazakhstan faced the Philippines in their opening 2026 Asian Games Group B match.
Tamara Kuzmina Noiok came up big offensively, contributing 11 points, 2 assists, while teammate Anna Bezgodova added 10 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists. Adelya Mustafina with 9 points, 2 assists. Daria Koroleva defended the paint with 6 rebounds, 5 points, and 5 assists.
Offensively, Kazakhstan shot 41.5% from the field including 26.9% from deep, and 58.3% from the free throw line, with 18 assists. On the defensive end they outrebounded 42-30, with 5 steals, 0 blocks.
The loss to the Philippines puts Kazakhstan under pressure heading into their September 20 game against Japan. They will need to improve their defensive intensity and ball security after struggling against the Philippines’ pressure. Tamara Noiok’s scoring will also be important as Kazakhstan looks to respond and stay competitive in Group B.
Japan Preview
Japan made a dominant start to the 2026 Asian Games, using intense defense, efficient three-point shooting and fast offensive play to control Hong Kong China.
Mona Tateyama drove the game forward, scoring 26 points, 5 rebounds, Haru Owaki added 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 steals. Ufuoma Tanaka put up 17 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists. Miyu Okamoto defended the paint with 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 steals.
Offensively, Japan scored 53.6% from the field goal, including 38.2% from the three-point line and 64.7% from the free throw line, with 31 assists. Defensively, they secured the board 56-30, with 19 steals, and 5 blocks.
Japan’s strong opening performance gives them confidence heading into their next group game. Their defensive pressure, efficient shooting and depth allow them to maintain intensity, while they will look to carry that momentum into the tougher games ahead. Japan’s next scheduled women’s basketball game is against Kazakhstan on September 20.
Kazakhstan vs Japan Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Tamara Kuzmina Noiok |
| SG | Adelya Mustafina |
| SF | Valeriya Lapitonova |
| PF | Daria Koroleva |
| C | Anna Bezgodova |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Maika Miura |
| SG | Ufuoma Tanaka |
| SF | Mona Tateyama |
| PF | Haru Owaki |
| C | Miyu Okamoto |
KAZAKHSTAN vs JAPAN
Winning PredictionJapan are expected to win against Kazakhstan. Japan come into the game after a dominant opening performance against Hong Kong, while Kazakhstan are looking to respond after their opening-game defeat. Japan’s depth, shooting and defensive pressure could be decisive.
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