Hey hoops fans! The latest round of CBA Playoffs delivered some high-energy moments that had everyone on the edge of their seats. In a thrilling game, the Xinjiang Flying Tigers edged out the Nanjing Monkey Kings 113-108 to clinch the series 2-0. All five starters for Xinjiang recorded double-digit scores, and a barrage of 3-pointers in the third quarter turned the tide, giving them a solid lead heading into the final period. 🏀🔥
Nanjing came out strong by applying intense defensive pressure and forcing turnovers, even without injured core guard Zhao Rui and key rotation center Li Yanzhe. Despite launching a late comeback, the Monkey Kings couldn’t overcome Xinjiang’s tight defense and rebounding efforts. Dedric Lawson led the charge with 24 points, while Qi Lin added 18 points to seal the win.
In another exciting matchup, Zhejiang’s victory over Qingdao (104-81) leveled their series at 1-1. Damian Jones shined with a dominant double-double — 24 points and 18 rebounds — pushing his team to even the odds. Young talent Yang Hansen had to leave early in the fourth quarter after fouling out, contributing just a couple of points in his 24 minutes on the court.
Looking ahead, the Xinjiang Flying Tigers will face the Liaoning Flying Leopards in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Qingdao is set to host Zhejiang in a decisive Game Three, with the winner moving on to challenge the top-seeded Guangsha Lions. This playoff season is serving up all kinds of dramatic twists and turns, keeping the spirit of the game alive for fans across the continent!
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CBA: Xinjiang edges Nanjing, Zhejiang levels with Qingdao in Playoffs
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