Nagoya:South Korea advanced to the women's basketball final after a thrilling come-from-behind victory over China at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, aiming for its first Asiad gold medal in 12 years.

According to Yonhap News Agency, South Korea defeated China 85-80 in the semifinals at Aichi International Arena. Key performances came from guard Lee So-hee and forward Lee Hae-ran, who each scored over 20 points.

South Korea, coached by Park Soo-ho, will face the winner of the Chinese Taipei and Japan match in the final scheduled for Saturday. The team is pursuing its first gold medal in women's basketball since 2014 and its fifth overall.

During the match, South Korea struggled initially, ending the first quarter behind 19-17 and trailing 41-36 at halftime. The team had difficulty with three-point shooting early on but stayed competitive through timely shots in the third quarter.

In a dramatic fourth quarter, South Korea overcame a four-point deficit, with Captain Kang Lee-seul hitting a crucial three-pointer to take the lead at 70-69. Lee Hae-ran's subsequent three-pointer extended the lead to 78-74, sealing the victory.

Lee So-hee contributed a game-high 23 points, including five three-pointers, and six rebounds, while Lee Hae-ran added 22 points and six rebounds. Captain Kang Lee-seul scored 16 points, with two three-pointers.