JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — Australia secured its third straight FIBA Asia Cup championship on Monday by edging China 90-89 at King Abdullah Sports City.
Xavier Cooks, a former NBA player with the Washington Wizards, led Australia with 30 points. The gold medal match, held early Monday Manila time, featured intense competition from both teams.
The close finish highlighted the high stakes of the tournament final. Australia’s victory solidifies its status as a dominant contender in the FIBA Asia Cup.