Overview
Bucheon Hana 1Q and Incheon Shinhan Bank S-Birds face off in an exciting WKBL showdown. Hana 1Q currently sits at the bottom of the standings with 8 wins and 18 losses, while Shinhan Bank S-Birds are slightly ahead in 4th place with 10 wins and 16 losses. Both teams have struggled this season, but Hana 1Q has shown signs of improvement with a 3-game winning streak, while Shinhan Bank has lost 4 of their last 5 games.
Statistically, Shinhan Bank holds the edge in field goal percentage (44.8%), three-point shooting (29.0%), and free throws (71.1%) compared to Hana 1Q’s 41.3% FG, 22.4% 3P, and 69.2% FT. However, Hana 1Q has been playing better defensively and will look to extend their winning streak at home.
Team Key Players
Bucheon Hana 1Q Key Players
- Kim Jong-un (SF, #11) – Hana 1Q’s top scorer, averaging 9.83 PPG and 7.22 RPG, playing a crucial role in both scoring and rebounding.
- Yang In-young (C, #22) – A dominant presence in the paint, averaging 10.88 PPG and 7.38 RPG, she will be key in stopping Shinhan’s inside attack.
- Kim Si-on (SG, #6) – A reliable shooter with a 7.46 PPG average, she needs to improve her three-point shooting for Hana 1Q to compete.
Incheon Shinhan Bank S-Birds Key Players
- Shin Ji-hyun (PG, #1) – The team’s primary playmaker, averaging 8.27 PPG and 4.42 APG, controlling the offense.
- Kim Jin-young (C, #11) – A powerful inside player with 8.27 PPG and 6.18 RPG, providing crucial rebounding and scoring under the basket.
- Choi Lee Sam (SF, #13) – A versatile wing player, averaging 9.92 PPG and 6.38 RPG, leading Shinhan’s scoring efforts.
Match Prediction
- Primary Pick: Under 120.5 Total Points
- Justification: Both teams have struggled offensively, with Hana 1Q averaging 55.40 PPG and Shinhan Bank 60.70 PPG. While Shinhan has a better shooting percentage, their recent form has been poor. Additionally, both teams prioritize defense, making a low-scoring game highly likely.
