In a night to remember, Dez Wells lit up the court with a jaw-dropping 50-point performance, propelling the Liaoning Flying Leopards to a commanding 115-89 victory over the Xinjiang Flying Tigers in a thrilling CBA showdown on Saturday. 🏀🔥
The atmosphere in Shenyang was electric as fans witnessed Wells make history, becoming the first player to sink 11 three-pointers in a single game for the three-time defending champions. His spectacular display not only secured a third consecutive win for Liaoning but also had everyone talking! 🤩
Despite both teams missing key players due to injuries, the matchup was nothing short of epic. Liaoning, ranked sixth, faced off against third-place Xinjiang, eager to avenge their previous loss in Urumqi. From the tip-off, it was clear this game was going to be a nail-biter. ⚡
Wang Lanqin set the tone early, nailing a three-pointer that ignited the crowd. The teams battled fiercely, swapping leads multiple times. But it was Wells' relentless scoring that gave Liaoning a 12-point edge by the end of the first quarter. 🎯
The second quarter saw Wells in unstoppable form, draining threes and leaving defenders in the dust. Xinjiang grappled with fouls and turnovers, and Liaoning's lead ballooned to 21 points. Rookie Yang Rui tried to spark a comeback with his own highlight-reel plays, but by halftime, Liaoning held a 15-point advantage, with Wells already amassing a staggering 30 points! 😲
The momentum didn't shift in the second half. Liaoning continued to dominate as Wells and Wang dazzled on offense, and the defense held strong. When the final buzzer sounded, Liaoning celebrated a decisive 26-point victory, sending a clear message to the league. 🏆
Wells' stat line was nothing short of legendary: 50 points, 2 rebounds, and 6 assists. Wang added 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Han Dejun contributed a solid double-double with 11 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 assists. For Xinjiang, Dedric Lawson posted 13 points and 12 rebounds, and Elfuratt Mohetaner added 13 points and 8 rebounds. 👏
This game was a testament to Liaoning's prowess and the sheer talent of Wells, who put on a show that fans won't soon forget. Is there anything this guy can't do? 🚀
Stay tuned, basketball fans – if this game is any indication, the rest of the season is going to be lit! 🔥
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Wells explodes for 50 points to lead Liaoning to big win over Xinjiang
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