NATHAN Sobey’s Boomers have fired to a second-consecutive victory in a FIBA World Cup qualifier against Japan.
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The former Warrnambool Seahawk was serviceable, dropping seven points, four rebounds and three assists in the 82-58 rout on Monday night.
The Adelaide 36ers-listed guard managed 10 minutes in his second game for Australia, helping the Boomers into first place in group B.
Sobey was one of several contributors, with big man Derek Kickert the only standout with 22 points.
Australia’s quest for qualification returns on 22 February of next year, hosting the Philippines, while Japan faces off against Chinese Taipei on the same date in a bid to return to the winner’s list.