Australia wins 3rd straight FIBA Asia Cup
Australia has never lost a game since joining the Asia Cup in 2017. Sunday's victory marked the team's 18th straight win at the continental tournament.
China had the chance to make a kill with three seconds left, but Hu Mingxuan's shot missed the target.
Xavier Cooks scored a game-high 30 points for Australia. Jaylin Galloway added 23.
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