Busan KCC broke a seven-game losing streak in the 2026-27 KCC Professional Basketball League on Dec. 31, defeating Wonju DB 90-74 at Sajik Arena behind 34 points from forward Louis King, news1.kr reported.
Louis King Scores 34 Points as KCC Dominates Wonju DB
Entering the matchup on a seven-game slide that began against the same opponent on Dec. 10, the defending champions turned the tide in their first meeting in 21 days. The victory lifts KCC to 3-8 on the season, providing a lift in the standings near the bottom of the table. Wonju DB dropped to 5-5, missing a chance to climb into the league’s upper tier.
Louis King paced the winners with 34 points, including seven three-pointers, alongside 10 rebounds. Shawn Long chipped in 15 points, and Heo Hoon added 13 points as both finished in double figures. Wonju DB played without Henry Ellenson, struggling to a 26 percent conversion rate from beyond the arc. Replacement import Alan Williams fought through the absence with 13 points and 15 rebounds.
How KCC Pulled Away in the Second Half
Shawn Long set the early tone for Busan KCC by scoring 11 points in the second quarter alone, carrying his side to a 47-35 advantage at halftime. The third quarter belonged entirely to Louis King, who caught fire from the perimeter with four three-pointers as part of a 16-point frame. That surge pushed KCC’s cushion out to 73-54.
The fourth quarter offered no relief for Wonju DB as KCC maintained defensive pressure and steady shooting. Heo Hoon and Louis King drained consecutive triples to dismantle any hopes of a comeback, stretching the margin to 88-60 with 4:20 remaining on the clock.
Suwon KT Edges Anyang JungKwanJang by Two Points
In Thursday’s other action at Anyang JungKwanJang Arena, Suwon KT halted a five-game skid by edging Anyang JungKwanJang 92-90 to move to 4-6 on the season. Paris Bass finished with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists to anchor the visitors’ attack.
Suwon KT nearly let the victory slip away in the closing seconds when Bass hit only one of two free throws with two seconds left, leaving the score at 91-90. Anyang JungKwanJang had a final look to tie, but Byun Jun-hyung missed his jumper at the buzzer. Miguel Okzon added 22 points and 6 assists for KT, while Tray Porter contributed 18 points and 9 rebounds. Anyang JungKwanJang slipped to 6-4 following its third straight defeat.
Next Matchups on the KBL Calendar
Busan KCC returns to the floor to build on its first victory in over three weeks, while Wonju DB looks to rebound from its shooting struggles in upcoming league play scheduled across the winter schedule.
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