South Korea vs China, Basketball Women's Asian Games, 2026, Today Match Prediction
South Korea
China
Can China topple South Korea?
- South Korea averages 55.6% home wins, with 67.5 points per game.
- China averages 44.4% away wins, with 81.8 points per game.
- In the last five matches, South Korea have 4 wins, 1 loss, and China have won 4, 1 loss.
China to win and cover the spread (-16.5).
| Tournament: | Basketball Women's Asian Games, 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | DAZN |
| Venue: | Aichi International Arena |
| Tip Off: | 12:30:00 |
South Korea vs China Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 6.60 | 1.06 |
South Korea vs China Match Prediction & Analysis
South Korea face China in the women’s basketball semifinal at the 2026 Asian Games on September 25 in Nagoya. South Korea will look to build on their strong tournament performances, while China bring significant size, depth and experience. The contest is expected to be closely fought, with both teams targeting a place in the final.
In their last five head-to-head matchups, South Korea has won 0 matches, while China has won 5 matches.
South Korea vs China Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choi I Saem | 9.3 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 0.3/0.0 |
| Yang Shuyu | 14.2 | 3.0 | 5.6 | 0.6/0.0 |
Teams Preview
South Korea Preview
South Korea secured a commanding 101-59 victory over Indonesia, controlling the game from the opening quarter.
Choi I Saem came up big offensively, contributing 16 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, while teammate Hoe Ye Eun added 11 points, 2 rebounds, 8 assists. Jin An with 12 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists. Lee So Hee defended the paint with 5 rebounds, 12 points, and 4 assists.
Offensively, South Korea shot 58.2% from the field including 51.7% from deep, and 80.0% from the free throw line, with 33 assists. On the defensive end they outrebounded 41-27, with 12 steals, 6 blocks.
The 101-59 win gives South Korea strong momentum heading into the semifinal against China. Their balanced scoring, three-point shooting and fast transition play were key strengths, while the team will need to improve defensive concentration against a much stronger opponent.
China Preview
China advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 Asian Games after beating Mongolia 89-63.
Yang Shuyu drove the game forward, scoring 21 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, Chen Mingling added 9 points, 3 assists, 5 rebounds. Luo Xinyu put up 7 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists. Zhang Ziyu defended the paint with 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 blocks.
Offensively, China scored 56.1% from the field goal, including 29.4% from the three-point line and 58.8% from the free throw line, with 31 assists. Defensively, they fell short on the board 43-38, with 12 steals, and 4 blocks.
China’s 89-63 win over Mongolia gives them strong momentum heading into the semifinal against South Korea. Their scoring depth and ability to pull away after halftime will be important, while Yang Shuyu and Zhang Ziyu’s performances provide additional confidence. However, South Korea’s three-point shooting and transition play will pose a tougher challenge.
South Korea vs China Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | An Je Ji |
| SG | Lee So Hee |
| SF | Kang Lee Seul |
| PF | Choi I Saem |
| C | Jin An |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Zhang Manman |
| SG | Luo Xinyu |
| SF | Luo Xinyu |
| PF | Yang Shuyu |
| C | Zhang Ziyu |
SOUTH KOREA vs CHINA
Winning PredictionSouth Korea face a difficult semifinal against two-time defending champions China. South Korea’s fast-paced attack and three-point shooting could cause problems, but China’s size, depth and tournament experience give them an advantage.
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