POSTED BY: Eurobasket News
Liam Wright
Solomon Islands - Fiji 44-74
Fiji coasted past Solomon Islands to record the second straight win at the tournament. Fiji stunned their opponents with a 47:16 run in the first half and never looked back en route to the win. Mataika Koyamainavure (203-F-94) had 15 points, while Joshua Fox (198-F-94, college: UC Davis, agency: MKP Management) and Marques Whippy (192-PF-86, college: BYU-Hawaii) added 12 points each for Fiji. Timmy Magi (189-F-89) replied with 12 points for Solomon Islands.
Tahiti - Papua New Guinea 51-93
Papua New Guinea edged Tahiti to improve at 2-0 record in Group B. Papua New Guinea dominate from start to finish to earn a well-deserved win. Liam Wright (188-G-99) posted 21 points and 12 rebounds, while Lloyd Wright (199-F-97) added 14 points for the winners. Ariirimarau Meuel (196-G/F-88) replied with 10 points for Tahiti.