In an electrifying showdown, Sichuan powered past Dongguan with a 96-77 win in Game 3 of the WCBA Finals at home in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The game burst into life with a stunning 19-2 run that set the tone from the tip-off. 🏀
Sichuan built a commanding 23-point lead by halftime, with Li Meng topping the charts at 24 points. Jonquel Jones added 22 points and 11 rebounds, while Elizabeth Cambage and Gao Song delivered 17 and 16 points respectively. The team’s dynamic play and fierce determination were evident from the first whistle.
Coach Milos Paden summed it up nicely, saying, "Tonight we finally played as we played the whole season." In a bid to inject fresh energy, the coach made key lineup changes, promoting players like Gao, Jia Saiqi, and Zhang Manman to the starting roster. This tactical adjustment paid off, as Sichuan maintained their offense and stifled Dongguan’s late-game efforts.
Dongguan, led by Aliyah Collier’s 21 points, fought back valiantly. However, despite a spirited rally that trimmed the deficit, they couldn't overcome the early onslaught. Coach-player Huang Sijing acknowledged the loss but stressed that the series is far from over, with Dongguan set to host Game 4 on Sunday.
This win keeps Sichuan’s title defense dreams very much alive, and both teams are gearing up for an even more thrilling fourth game. The WCBA Finals are heating up, and the excitement is real for basketball fans and sports enthusiasts alike! 🔥
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Sichuan beat Dongguan in Game 3 of WCBA Finals, keep series alive
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