In a thrilling road clash in Beijing, the Liaoning Flying Leopards outpaced the Beikong Royal Fighters 115-100, securing their spot in the CBA top 4. This crucial position promises a bye in the first round of the playoffs if maintained.
The game ignited in the first quarter as multiple players from Liaoning sank impressive triples, building a 10-point lead at 29-19. With consistent scoring from Dez Wells and Fu Hao, the visitors set an early tone, while Beikong fell into a two-minute scoring drought that widened their deficit.
Highlighting the contest, Zhao Jiwei knocked down a key three-pointer to push the score to 62-40. Contributing 19 points, Zhao also celebrated a personal milestone by surpassing 5,000 career points, underlining his impact in the game.
Although Beikong rallied in the second half with aggressive plays by Zhang Fan, Liao Sanning, and Grant Riller, Liaoning maintained their composure. A critical triple by Li Xiaoxu in the fourth quarter extended the lead to 29 points, sealing the victory and marking the team's 31st win of the season.
Elsewhere in CBA action, the Qingdao Eagles edged past the Shanghai Sharks 119-107 after a pivotal ejection shifted the momentum, and the Shandong Kirin extended their winning streak to six with a commanding 116-79 win over the Xinjiang Flying Tigers. These matchups further highlight the competitive spirit and dynamic gameplay that are setting the stage for an exciting playoff season.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
