BANGKOK (FIBA U19 World Championship for Women) - Canada defeated Japan 73-51 to close their Group C campaign on a winning note on Saturday.
Both the teams have however qualified for the second round.
Michelle Plouffe played the longest in a single game and led the scoring for Canadians with 14 points.
Natalie Achonwa recorded a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds, as Taryn Wicijowski chipped in with 12 points.
Having established a sizable lead early, Canada only grew in confidence and scoring as the game progressed.
Japan, who had earlier lost to Russia and beaten Tunisia, struggle for size against the Canadians.
Yuka Mamiya led the scoring for the game with 15 points and Yukine Abe scored 12.
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