🏀 The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) was on fire Tuesday night as the Liaoning Flying Leopards and Beijing Ducks soared to their fifth consecutive victories! 🚀
Liaoning Flying High Over Qingdao Eagles
Three-time defending champions, the Liaoning Flying Leopards, showcased their dominance against the Qingdao Eagles at home. Despite a strong start from Qingdao's new guard Quinndary Weatherspoon, who pushed the Eagles ahead 22-14, Liaoning wasn't about to let their winning streak end. Weatherspoon, formerly with the NBA, dropped an impressive game-high 30 points. 🔥
Kyle Fogg lit up the court with a clutch three-pointer, keeping the Flying Leopards close as they trailed 26-22 by the end of the first quarter. The momentum shifted when Zhao Jiwei lobbed a perfect alley-oop to South Sudan center Lual Acuil, sparking a 10-0 run for Liaoning in just about three minutes! 😲
By the third quarter, Fogg's smooth layup extended Liaoning's lead to 63-48. The Flying Leopards maintained their double-digit advantage, sealing the deal with a three-pointer from Zhao Jiwei to clinch a commanding 106-83 victory. 🏆
Beijing Ducks Edge Out Xinjiang Flying Tigers
Over in Beijing, the Ducks squared off against the Xinjiang Flying Tigers in a nail-biter. Early on, Xinjiang took a 20-17 lead thanks to Qi Lin's slick layup. But the Ducks weren't quacking under pressure! 🦆
Zeng Fanbo showcased some serious skills, going coast to coast and scoring while drawing a foul, helping Beijing regain the lead. The game saw multiple lead changes, with Qi Lin's corner three tying the score at 37. The intensity was palpable as Li Yanzhe connected with Qi for a monster dunk, pushing Xinjiang ahead 77-69. 😱
But in true underdog fashion, Beijing stormed back! A crucial turnover led to Chen Yingjun's layup, putting the Ducks ahead 81-77. In the final minute, Eugene German's dazzling play set up Lei Meng, who nailed a clutch shot while being fouled. The Ducks flew away with a 98-89 win, keeping their unbeaten streak alive! 🎉
Other Thrilling Matchups
- 🏀 Shandong stunned Zhejiang on the road with a 108-102 win.
- 🚢 Shanghai sailed past Jiangsu 100-92.
- 🐯 Jilin outscored Shanxi in a high-scoring affair, 130-119.
- ☀️ Shenzhen shined bright against Tianjin, securing a 114-103 victory.
The CBA season is heating up, and the competition is fierce! Who's ready for more hoops action? 🙌 Stay tuned for more slam dunks and buzzer-beaters! 🏀💥
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CBA: Liaoning beat Qingdao, Beijing edge Xinjiang to stay unbeaten
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