The Oceanic team defeated Jordan 95-87
The match between New Zealand and Jordan needs extra time to settle.
In overtime, Oceanician was better than their rivals and managed to win 95 to 87. In this way, all the teams in group C still have a chance to qualify for the second round.
After an even first period, Pero Cameron’s men had a good run in the second quarter which allowed them to go into the break with a good margin. Wetzell and Le’afa made good contributions to make it 46-37 heading into the long break.
Jordan reacts in the final quarter to the hands of Rondae Hollis Jefferson. In addition to scoring 15 points in the final 10 minutes of regulation, he was the player who sent the game into overtime. With 10 seconds left and 4 points behind, he converted a three-pointer with a penalty that sent him to the line to leave the score level at 85. Five minutes of overtime favored New Zealand, winning the set 10-2 , while Jordan failed to field conversions throughout.
numbers game
Izayah Le’afa with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists was the highlight of the winning team. Shea Ili had another good performance, reaching a double-double with 15 points and 10 assists. The figure of the match was on the losing team, it was Rondae Hollis Jefferson with 39 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists.
next meetings
Wednesday 5:40 pm United States vs. Jordan
Wednesday 9:40 am Greece vs. New Zealand
Photo: FIBA.
Source: Tycsports
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