Basketball fans, get ready to relive some epic CBA action! 🏀🔥 Thursday night was lit as the Xinjiang Flying Tigers and Zhejiang Lions showcased top-tier performances that had us all on the edge of our seats.
Xinjiang Flying Tigers vs. Jilin Northeast Tigers
Quentin Peterson was on fire against his former team, dropping an impressive 35 points. 🔥 He nailed five three-pointers in the first half alone, propelling Xinjiang to a 67-54 lead at halftime. The Tigers kept their momentum going, with Zhao Rui's clutch three-pointer pushing their lead to 25 points. Although Czech sensation Tomas Kyzlink put up a game-high 45 points for Jilin, it wasn't enough. Xinjiang clinched a 137-120 victory and booked their spot in the playoffs! 🏀🎉
Zhejiang Lions vs. Liaoning Flying Leopards
In a showdown between the defending champs and the league leaders, the action didn't disappoint! 🤩 Liaoning started strong with a 10-point lead in the first half. But Zhejiang's Hu Jinqiu had other plans. His stellar performance, scoring 27 points and grabbing nine rebounds, helped the Lions roar back in the fourth quarter to secure a 108-93 win. 🦁💪
Other Notable Games:
- Jiangsu Dragons edged out Tianjin Pioneers 99-93 🐲✨
- Shandong Heroes defeated Ningbo Rockets 112-102 🦸♂️🚀
- Zhejiang Golden Bulls overpowered Fujian Sturgeons 134-112 🐂🎯
- Shanghai Sharks dominated Guangdong Southern Tigers 115-81 🦈🐯
- Beijing Ducks toppled Shenzhen Leopards 104-86 🦆🐆
- Beijing Royal Fighters narrowly beat Guangzhou Loong Lions 116-113 ⚔️🦁
- Qingdao Eagles soared over Sichuan Blue Whales 104-93 🦅🐳
What a night for CBA basketball! Stay tuned for more hoops action! 🏀✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
