Nigeria's D'Tigress began their 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup campaign with an 81-99 loss to South Korea in Berlin on Friday. The Nigerian team stayed within six points entering the final quarter but were outscored decisively in the closing period. Jihyun Park led South Korea with 27 points, while Leeseul Kang made six three-pointers. Amy Okonkwo scored 20 points for Nigeria, but the team committed 23 turnovers, contributing to the defeat.
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