Japan's women shocked an undefeated U.S. team packed with WNBA players on Tuesday as 3x3 basketball wound down to the elimination stage at its Olympics debut. Japan head coach Torsten Loibl said the victory was important to show his team is ready for the knock-out stages. After final pool matches Tuesday afternoon, four teams will move ahead to quarterfinal matches in the evening. With its Olympic debut, 3x3 is looking to boost its global profile as a faster-paced, more compact alternative to traditional basketball. Enhancing that atmosphere, DJs play hip-hop music throughout competition in 3x3 games, in keeping with the sport's urban roots.

Source: The Star July 27, 2021 13:30 UTC