Asan Woori Bank clinched a hard-fought 63-57 overtime victory against Busan BNK in a regular-season matchup of the 2025-2026 WKBL campaign at Sajik Indoor Gymnasium. Kim Dan-bi dominated with a Korean single-game record 42 points, propelling Woori Bank to third place in the standings.
Kim Dan-bi’s Unstoppable Performance
Kim Dan-bi proved unguardable, erupting for 42 points in a one-woman show that overwhelmed BNK’s defense. Despite efforts from Park Hye-jin (15 points), Kim So-nia (15 points), and Lee So-hui (11 points), BNK failed to contain the star forward. Woori Bank controlled the paint and limited BNK’s shooting efficiency throughout the contest.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The first quarter remained tight, with An Hye-jin’s basket giving Woori Bank a slim 13-11 edge. Momentum swung in the second as Woori Bank’s defense tightened, holding BNK scoreless in the final minute for a 28-24 halftime lead.
BNK mounted a comeback in the third, narrowing the gap to 44-40 entering the fourth. Woori Bank’s players exploded offensively, but BNK clawed back late, forcing overtime with a home stretch push to 51-48.
In overtime, Woori Bank’s captaincy shone through. Kim Dan-bi’s scoring prowess sealed the win, as BNK’s late momentum fizzled. The final buzzer confirmed Woori Bank’s triumph, with Kim Dan-bi surpassing her previous career high.
Key Stats and Impact
Woori Bank’s victory highlighted their depth beyond Kim Dan-bi, though her 42 points set a new league benchmark. BNK’s stars fought valiantly but couldn’t overcome the deficit, dropping crucial points in a low-scoring affair lacking quarter dominance.
