Jericho Cruz posted 21 factors as Guam defeated Syria, 82-73, to notch its first win within the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup early Saturday (Philippine time) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Cruz additionally had one rebound, one help, and one steal within the mentioned match.
The win got here after Guam misplaced to Iran, 77-52, final Wednesday. Towards Iran, Cruz had 11 factors, 4 rebounds, two assists, and one steal.
Guam presently sits third in Group B with a 1-1 report. Iran holds a 2-0 report, whereas Japan additionally stands at 1-1. Syria is winless at 0-2.
Guam will face Japan subsequent on Sunday.
Solely the highest crew on the finish of the group stage will immediately advance to the quarterfinals. If Guam finishes in second or third place, it should transfer to the playoff for a quarterfinals spot.
—JKC, GMA Built-in Information