Game Tracker | Opals – China Tour

The Seven Consulting Opals kicked off their international run with a 72 – 70 triumph over China in Benxi City in Game One of the China Tour.

Australia’s Opals found edge from long range, particularly in the first half finishing the game 7 – 17 from beyond the arc.

They took a physical brand into the game represented with 27 total fouls – however the Chinese team couldn’t capitalise from an abundance of free throw opportunities.

Lauren Jackson continued her imposing run from the WNBL into Opals duties with 17 points and six rebounds. Jackson looks up for the challenge and will take confidence from her the opening performance into Shenyang.

Isobel Borlase was clean with 6 – 10 from the field and two threes. This included a big time shot in a 9-point unanswered run from the Opals to retake the lead in the fourth. 

Maddy Rocci played a massive part to close China’s six-point buffer in the fourth – finishing with 8 points from 4 – 6 from the field.

Skipper Tess Madgen finished with 5 points – 6 assists and Darcee Garbin 6 points – 3 rebounds.

Opals 72 – 70 China | Benxi City, Liaoning Province, China

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The Opals continued a strong start to their international schedule – holding out against China to claim a 80 – 72 victory in Game Two of the China Tour.

Australia’s rebound game set up the offense for success – led by Cayla George who brushed off a quiet performance in the opener. George finished with 15 points and 10 rebounds

Zitina Aokuso was a problem for the Chinese team in the first half with 14 points and 7 – 8 shooting. Aokuso finished with 20 points, seven rebounds and two assists

Maddy Rocci was solid with ball in hand finishing with 11 points and four assists. Izzy Borlase had eight points including 2-2 from three point range.

The series goes to the final game of the tour in Shenyang City again on 2 June.