In an electrifying display of skill and teamwork, the Beijing Ducks trounced the Shanxi Loongs 121-103 on Friday, sealing a 3-0 series win and earning a long-awaited return to the CBA Finals after a 10-year hiatus. 🏀
The game started tight, with both teams tied at 15-15 in the first quarter. Shanxi’s Brandon Goodwin nudged his team ahead with an early layup, but Beijing quickly answered with precise three-pointers from Eugene German, who would go on to set the tone with a game-high 43 points.
As the contest moved into the second quarter, a series of fast breaks, strategic dunks, and smart plays—highlighted by Chen Ying-Chun linking up with Zhou Qi—allowed the Ducks to build a comfortable lead. A dramatic buzzer-beater layup by German pushed Beijing to a 23-point cushion heading into the final quarter, ensuring an 18-point victory.
Now, the Beijing Ducks are set to face the Guangsha Lions in a best-of-seven championship series starting on May 7. Get ready for more heart-pounding basketball action as these teams battle it out for the ultimate title! 🔥
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Beijing trounces Shanxi to set up CBA Finals meeting with Guangsha
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