In a thrilling contest at the Korean University Basketball League, Sangmyung University edged out Hanyang University 85-82 on July 7, 2026. The game, which featured a back-and-forth battle throughout the second half, ended with Sangmyung hitting clutch free throws in the final seconds to secure the road victory and improve their standing in the competitive league.

Match Summary

Hanyang University started strong, capitalizing on home-court energy to take a 24-21 lead after the first quarter. The teams traded baskets in the second period, with Sangmyung’s sharpshooting keeping them within striking distance. Hanyang held a slim 44-41 advantage at halftime. The third quarter saw the momentum shift decisively: Sangmyung’s backcourt picked up the defensive pressure, forcing several Hanyang turnovers and converting them into fast-break points. They outscored Hanyang 28-18 in the frame to take a 69-62 lead into the fourth. Hanyang rallied behind their star forward, cutting the lead to two points with under a minute to play, but Sangmyung’s composure from the charity stripe sealed the victory.

Standout Players

• Sangmyung University: Guard Kim Jae-won led all scorers with 24 points, including 4 three-pointers, and added 6 assists. His ability to create his own shot and find open teammates was crucial. Forward Lee Soo-hyun contributed a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds, dominating the glass in the second half.
• Hanyang University: Forward Park Min-kyu kept his team in the game with a strong all-around performance of 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists. Guard Choi Jin-ho added 19 points, but his 5 turnovers in the second half proved costly as Sangmyung turned them into points on the other end.

Turning Points

The game swung decisively in the third quarter when Sangmyung went on a 14-3 run highlighted by back-to-back three-pointers from Kim Jae-won. Hanyang struggled to find consistent offense against Sangmyung’s zone defense, often settling for contested jumpers. Late in the fourth, Hanyang cut the lead to 82-81 on a Park Min-kyu layup with 40 seconds left, but Sangmyung’s point guard calmly sank two free throws and a subsequent defensive stop gave them the edge.

League Implications

The result moves Sangmyung University into the upper half of the Korean University Basketball League standings as the season approaches its midpoint. For Hanyang, the narrow loss snaps a two-game winning streak and highlights vulnerabilities in their transition defense. Both teams will look to bounce back in their next outings, with Sangmyung aiming to build on this road win and Hanyang seeking to tighten their execution in crunch time.