Pacific Games 2023: Samoa complete Semifinal picture

Samoa - Tahiti 81:71

Samoa completed the Semifinal picture at the Pacific Games 2023. They overcame Tahiti 81-71 in the quarterfinal game. Both teams exchanged the wins in the first half as Tahiti enjoyed a 2-point lead at the halftime. Samoa meanwhile replied with 22-19 and then 19-10 rallies in the second half to seal the win.
Semika Nee stepped up with 24 points and Petelo Leaupepe (2000) as well as Devante Keil (1997) delivered 19 each. Ariirimarau Meuel (196-G/F-1988) answered with 21 points in a loss and Larry Teriitemataua (G/F-1988) had 12.