Jeddah: The 31st edition of the FIBA Asia Cup continued in Jeddah with four games played on the second day of the tournament, which runs from August 5 to 17. Australia defeated Korea 97-61, while Japan overcame Syria 99-68. Iran secured a win over Guam 77-52 in Group B, and Lebanon edged out Qatar 84-80 in Group A.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the tournament continues today, Thursday, with the Saudi national basketball team facing Jordan in its second match of the competition. The game is scheduled to take place at 9:00 p.m. at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.
Three additional matches will be held today. China will play India at 11:00 a.m. in Group C; Iraq will face Chinese Taipei at 2:00 p.m.; and the Philippines will meet New Zealand at 9:00 p.m. in Group D.