D'Tigress Fall 99-81 to South Korea in Women’s World Cup Opener

Nigeria’s D’Tigress opened their FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup campaign with a 99-81 defeat to South Korea in Berlin. D’Tigress stayed competitive for three quarters, trailing 26-22 after the first quarter and 48-45 at halftime. South Korea extended their lead to 68-62 by the end of the third quarter. A dominant final quarter ended Nigeria’s hopes of a comeback as South Korea forced turnovers and converted their chances. Rena Wakama’s side will face Hungary next in a crucial Group B fixture.

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