Stellar Yung puts Fukien back on level terms in play-off
Fukien are back on level terms in the A1 Division play-off finals after beating Winling 68-57 in game two at the MacPherson Stadium last night.
Steered by captain Yung Kam-wah, who top-scored with 18 points, Fukien outclassed their opponents in every department to even the best-of-five series at one game each. Game three will be held on Saturday at the same venue.
Yung, who said before the game that Fukien were confident of a victory if they could improve their outside shooting, began with three three-pointers, giving his side a convincing 18-12 lead after the first quarter.
Towering centre Song Fong also played a part in the victory. Despite tallying just four points, he dominated the boards and his rebounding prowess was key to Fukien's success.
Having built a comfortable lead, Fukien sent in some reserves in the opening stages of the second period, allowing their veterans Yung and Song to rest. Winling, led by point guard Poon Chi-ho, launched some fierce attacks to pull level at 18-18.
And it was during this second quarter that Winling took the lead for the first and only time of the night when they went ahead 22-20. However, with Yung and Song back in action soon after, Fukien fought their way back.
