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BasketballKyrgyzstan 95-37 Maldives: Dominant 58-Point Win Opens FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers
Kyrgyzstan crushed Maldives 95-37 in the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers Group B opener at Baluan Sholak Sport Palace in Almaty. Match recap with analysis, key moments and standings implications.
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BasketballJapan 123–70 Qatar: Hachimura and NBA trio overpower Gulf hosts in FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers rout
Japan routed Qatar 123–70 in FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. Rui Hachimura led the charge with another efficient scoring display as Japan's NBA trio overwhelmed the Gulf side at Toyota Arena Tokyo.
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BasketballSouth Korea 85-72 Saudi Arabia: Taeguk Warriors pull clear in second quarter to secure vital Qualifying win
South Korea defeated Saudi Arabia 85-72 at West Suwon Chilbo Gymnasium in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, moving to 4-4 in Group F behind a dominant second-quarter performance.
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BasketballCebu Greats Stun League-Leading Abra Weavers 74–70 in MPBL Elimination Finale
Match recap: Cebu Greats stunned Abra Solid North Weavers 74-70 in the MPBL elimination-round finale on August 31, 2026 at Ynares Center. Mark Meneses led the way as Cebu held the league's top offence to just 70 points.
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BasketballVietnam vs Fiji – Asia Cup Match Recap | 31 August 2026
Fiji powered to a commanding 69–57 victory over Vietnam in the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre Qualifiers on 31 August 2026, showcasing a well rounded offensive display and stifling defence throughout the contest. From the opening tip off, Fiji set
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BasketballHong Kong Crush Singapore 100-59 in FIBA Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers Blowout
Match recap: Hong Kong 100-59 Singapore at Arena Seremban. Hong Kong dominate from the first quarter (28-14) en route to a 41-point victory in the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers Group C finale.
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BasketballQuezon Huskers 107-65 Manila Batang Quiapo: MPBL South Leaders Crush Struggling Manila in 42-Point Blowout
Full match recap: Quezon Huskers 107-65 Manila Batang Quiapo in MPBL regular-season basketball on 31 August 2026. The South Division leaders cruised to a 42-point win.
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BasketballLobos Plateados complete back-to-back sweep of Gambusinos with 85–75 road win in LNBP
Lobos Plateados completed a back-to-back LNBP series sweep of Gambusinos de Fresnillo with an 85-75 victory. The win moves Lobos to 10-6 while Gambusinos drop to 5-12 with a third straight loss.
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BasketballDallas Wings 97-71 Connecticut Sun: Ogunbowale and Shepard steer fourth straight win as WNBA pauses for World Cup break
Dallas Wings 97-71 Connecticut Sun: Arike Ogunbowale (18 pts) and Jessica Shepard (17 pts, 10 reb) led a wire-to-wire win as the WNBA pauses for FIBA World Cup play. Fourth straight win for Dallas.
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BasketballLos Angeles Sparks 90-74 Seattle Storm: Nneka Ogwumike (24 PTS) dominates as Sparks roll past reeling Storm
Match report: Los Angeles Sparks beat Seattle Storm 90-74 in WNBA action on August 30, 2026. Nneka Ogwumike (24 PTS, 6 REB, 5 AST) led a dominant first quarter as Sparks shot 57.1% from the floor.
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BasketballGray and Howard combine for 43 as Atlanta Dream hand Minnesota Lynx second straight loss
Atlanta Dream beat Minnesota Lynx 89-81 on August 30, 2026. Allisha Gray (23 pts, 11 reb) and Jordin Canada (16 pts, 10 ast) led the Dream to victory at Gateway Center Arena.
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BasketballSenegal 97-71 Mali: Hosts dominate Dakar derby to close out Window 4 in style
Senegal crushed Mali 97-71 in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers at Dakar Arena on 30 August 2026. A comprehensive win powered by rebounding dominance. Match report, analysis and implications.
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BasketballSlovenia 92-77 Hungary: Slovenia keep World Cup dream alive
Slovenia 92 77 Hungary Tivoli Arena, Ljubljana — Sunday, 30 August 2026 Slovenia kept their FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 qualification hopes firmly on track with a commanding 92 77 victory over Hungary in front of a passionate home crowd
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BasketballSouth Sudan 79-75 Tunisia: Bright Stars make it two wins from two in Group E of FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers
South Sudan made it two wins from two in the second round of FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, beating hosts Tunisia 79-75 at Salle Multidisciplinaire de Radès. The Bright Stars’ size advantage proved decisive as they join Cameroon atop Group E.
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BasketballBelgium W 89-85 Japan W: Cats Hold Off Japan in FIBA Friendly Thriller
Belgium W defeated Japan W 89-85 in a FIBA Friendly International women's basketball match on 30 August 2026. Emma Meesseman led the Cats in a tight contest as both teams build toward the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 in Berlin.
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BasketballCzech Republic 108-97 Norway: Lions roar back in EuroBasket 2029 Pre-Qualifier as Sehnal steers win at Královka Arena
Czech Republic 108-97 Norway: Match recap from the FIBA EuroBasket 2029 Pre-Qualifiers Group G clash at Královka Arena, Prague. Ondřej Sehnal starred as Czechia bounced back in style.
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BasketballGreat Britain 97-72 Slovakia: Evbuomwan and Williams Inspire Dominant Home Win in Newcastle
Great Britain powered past Slovakia 97-72 in Newcastle with Tosan Evbuomwan and Amari Williams starring on senior debuts. Match report with analysis, stats and Group E implications for EuroBasket 2029 qualification.
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BasketballEstonia 67-96 Finland: Finland Dominate in Tallinn to Strengthen World Cup Qualification Bid
Finland beat Estonia 96-67 at Unibet Arena in Tallinn in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers. Lauri Markkanen led the visitors to a dominant Second Round victory.
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