In Japan, South Korea triumphed over Saudi Arabia 82-66 in the men's basketball tournament opener. Lee Hyun-jung led the team with 23 points, while South Korea maintained a lead throughout the game. The victory marks South Korea's first official action at the Asian Games, which will officially begin with a ceremony on September 19.
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