Sports8/17/2025•The Guardian
Australia edge out China in nerve-shredding Fiba Asia Cup final to win third straight title
In a thrilling finale at the FIBA Asia Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the Australian Boomers defeated China 90-89 to secure their third consecutive title. The game was a nail-biter, with China missing a potential game-winning shot as time expired. Leading the way for the Boomers was Xavier Cooks, who scored a game-high 30 points on 13-of-17 shooting, while also grabbing 9 rebounds. Cooks' dominant performance earned him the Most Valuable Player award. The Boomers' victory was a testament to their team effort, as they held on to the narrow lead in the tense final moments of the game.
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