Friday night in the CBA delivered double drama as the Guangdong Southern Tigers pulled off a nail-biter against city rivals the Guangzhou Loong Lions, while the Shanghai Sharks showcased a polished team effort to down the Jiangsu Dragons. 🏀✨
In Guangzhou, Guangdong edged out the Loong Lions 97–94. Five Tigers reached double figures in scoring, led by Xu Jie and Jared Sullinger with 17 points each. Guangzhou relied on Lindell Wigginton's brilliance—he dropped a game-high 25—but couldn't overcome Guangdong's balanced attack. A late Shao Weiyun corner three brought hopes of a comeback, but the champions held their nerve in the fourth quarter. 🔥
Meanwhile in Shanghai, the Sharks cruised to a 101–89 victory over the Dragons. Brandon Goodwin paced Shanghai with 25 points, and four teammates joined him in double figures, turning this into a true team showcase. Jiangsu's rookie Pang Zhenglin stole the spotlight with 32 points in just his third CBA appearance, but the Dragons suffered their third straight defeat. 🙌
These games highlight the depth and excitement of the CBA: veteran stars making key plays, rising talents announcing themselves, and city rivalries keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for more hoops action as the season heats up! 🔥🏀
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CBA roundup: Guangdong edges Guangzhou, Shanghai routs Jiangsu
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