In a thrilling Beijing derby, the Ducks clinched a 112-95 victory over the Royal Fighters, storming into the CBA playoffs semifinals with a 3-1 series win. The excitement was palpable as Chen Ying-chun and Zhai Xiaochuan sparked a 20-9 run early in the game, setting the tone for an unforgettable night of basketball action.
Despite the Royal Fighters ramping up their defense in the second quarter, Eugene German delivered a buzzer-beating three-pointer that pushed the Ducks to a 53-47 halftime lead. The momentum continued in the third quarter when Zachary Nutall extended the gap with a crucial three, helping the team maintain control of the game.
The win was a true team effort with seven players scoring in double digits. German led the charge with 25 points and six assists, while Royal Fighters' Grant Riller posted a game-high 27 points, though it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.
With this victory, the Ducks now set their sights on the semifinals, where they will face the second-seeded Shanxi Loongs. Get ready for more high-flying, edge-of-your-seat basketball action! 🏀🔥
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