The Xinjiang Flying Tigers delivered an electrifying performance on Sunday night, edging out the Shanxi Loongs 128-121 in a gripping overtime showdown. The game not only extended Xinjiang’s impressive home winning streak to 13 but also snapped Shanxi’s seven-game unbeaten run.
The highly anticipated clash lived up to expectations, showcasing the best of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) with intense competition from start to finish. Both teams entered the match in top form, promising a thrilling encounter for the fans.
From the outset, the game was a back-and-forth battle. The first quarter ended with Xinjiang holding a slim lead, but Shanxi quickly responded in the second quarter. Key players like Li Yanzhe and Abudurexiti Abudushalamu powered Xinjiang’s offense, while Shanxi’s Yuan Shuai and Hamidou Diallo kept their team in contention.
Xinjiang took control in the third quarter, outscoring Shanxi by 17 points, thanks to a stellar performance by Xierzhati Saimati. However, the fourth quarter saw a dramatic comeback from Shanxi. Led by Brandon Goodwin, Shanxi erased the deficit, forcing the game into overtime.
In overtime, Xinjiang regained their momentum. Quick three-pointers from Q.J. Peterson and Saimati set the tone, and despite Shanxi’s efforts, Xinjiang held firm. Dedric Lawson’s clutch free throws in the final moments sealed the victory for the Flying Tigers.
The win was a testament to Xinjiang’s resilience and determination, as they continue to dominate at home. For Shanxi, the loss ends a remarkable run, but their performance promises more excitement in the games ahead.
In other CBA action on Sunday, the Beikong Royal Fighters defeated the Shenzhen Leopards 109-95, moving up to ninth place in the standings.
The CBA season is heating up, and with performances like these, fans are in for a treat as teams battle for supremacy.
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Xinjiang ends Shanxi's winning streak in high-stakes CBA thriller
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