In an electrifying display of skill and determination, the Guangsha Lions recorded their team record 35th win this season with a 114-101 victory over the Shanghai Sharks in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) on Monday in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province.
Barry Brown stole the spotlight by scoring a game-high 49 points on an impressive 17-for-29 shooting performance, outshining the significant contributions from Shanghai's Kenneth Lofton, who tallied 33 points, 23 rebounds, and nine assists. His scoring prowess and consistency provided the Lions with a crucial edge throughout the contest.
The game began with both sides locked in a tight battle, as the score stood at 23-23 in the opening quarter. A timely triple by James Nunnally, assisted by Zhu Junlong, helped the Lions take a 34-26 lead early on. The early momentum was vital in setting the tone for the match.
Despite Lofton’s aggressive drives and several impressive plays that occasionally narrowed the gap, the Lions maintained control. A critical 9-4 run in the fourth quarter further solidified their advantage, ensuring the home side sealed the deal and extended their winning streak to four games.
Adding to the season's excitement, other CBA matchups also delivered thrilling outcomes, with the Beijing Ducks edging the Tianjin Pioneers 113-101, the Fujian Sturgeons defeating the Shanxi Loongs 120-112, the Liaoning Flying Leopards overpowering the Jilin Northeast Tigers 136-99, the Qingdao Eagles besting the Ningbo Rockets 122-99, the Shandong Kylins winning 106-98 against the Jiangsu Dragons, and the Shenzhen Leopards overcoming the Beikong Royal Fighters 114-95. These results underscore the vibrant competition pacing this CBA season.
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Guangsha Lions defeat Shanghai Sharks for team record 35th win in CBA
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