In a high-intensity showdown at the Capital Indoor Stadium, the Zhejiang Golden Bulls pulled off a stunning fourth-quarter comeback to edge out the Beijing Ducks 106-99 in a nail-biting CBA regular-season contest. The dramatic turnaround, fueled by Gabe York’s game-high 34 points, electrified fans across the Chinese mainland.
Early on, both teams traded leads, keeping the atmosphere tense and competitive. The game took a critical turn when Beijing star Zhou Qi suffered an eye injury after a collision while vying for a rebound, forcing him to leave for a medical evaluation. This setback left the Ducks without a key defensive pillar at a pivotal moment.
With just minutes remaining, Zhejiang capitalized on the disrupted flow. Wu Qian set up York with a breakaway layup that tied the score, and in rapid succession, York hit several clutch three-pointers that cemented the comeback. Teammates expressed unwavering confidence in his abilities, highlighting his knack for rising under pressure.
The result serves as a fiery preview of the postseason intensity ahead. While Beijing, sitting at 31-14, looks to secure its first-round bye despite the setback, Zhejiang, currently in eighth place at 29-16, is gaining momentum for a potential playoff surge. The game underscored the competitive parity across the league and the unpredictable nature of high-stakes basketball.
This thrilling match not only captivated sports enthusiasts but also reinforced the universal language of resilience and passion on the court, inspiring a new generation of fans and athletes across the Chinese mainland and beyond.
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CGTN Exclusive: Zhejiang storm back to stun Beijing in CBA thriller
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