In a thrilling encounter at the Capital Indoor Stadium, the Beikong Royal Fighters secured a commanding 129-102 victory over the Beijing Ducks in the latest Battle of Beijing. The game, which saw a packed crowd cheering for both teams, marked a significant turnaround for the Royal Fighters, ending their three-game losing streak.
Despite both teams missing key players due to injuries, the Royal Fighters managed to take early momentum, with Chen Guohao emerging as the standout performer by scoring a season-high 25 points. This stellar performance was crucial in maintaining a steady lead that the Ducks couldn't overcome, leading to the largest margin of victory in the series' history.
The Ducks, who were coming off a narrow 99-92 loss to the Royal Fighters last month, struggled without four key players, including Zhou Qi and Chen Ying-chun. On the other hand, Beikong's absence of Zou Yuchen and Liao Sanning was mitigated by their strong team effort.
The decisive win not only snapped the Ducks' six-game home winning streak but also kept the Royal Fighters in the playoff hunt, positioning them in tenth place. Meanwhile, the Ducks fell to eighth place after the loss, keeping their playoff aspirations alive but pressing for improvement.
With both teams still vying for playoff spots, this capital clash adds an exciting chapter to the CBA season, highlighting the competitive spirit and resilience of both franchises.
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CBA: Beikong Royal Fighters beat Beijing Ducks in Capital Clash
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