In an electrifying showdown in Hangzhou, the Guangsha Lions edged past the Qingdao Eagles 101-96 in Game 5 of the CBA quarterfinals. Despite Barry Brown Jr.'s shooting struggles, his nine key assists kept the offense flowing while regular season MVP Sun Minghui posted a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. 🏀
Qingdao's bench dynamo Yang Hansen and offensive spark Quinndary Weatherspoon, who recorded 24 points and eight assists, powered their team to keep the game close until the final minutes. A shifting momentum throughout the contest made this a truly nail-biting affair.
With this win, the regular season leaders now advance to the semifinals, where they will face the defending champions, the Liaoning Flying Leopards—a matchup that promises plenty of high-octane basketball action. Stay tuned as the CBA playoffs continue to deliver unforgettable moments on the court! 🔥
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Guangsha Lions survive five-game series against Qingdao Eagles
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