In an exciting matchup on Monday night, the Xinjiang Flying Tigers soared over the Beijing Ducks with a 108-97 victory in Urumqi, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. This win keeps the Flying Tigers undefeated at home in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) season.
The Flying Tigers made a strategic move by placing Q.J. Peterson into the starting lineup to boost their offense. Peterson rose to the occasion, scoring a game-high 30 points, including three three-pointers in the first quarter. His stellar performance helped Xinjiang take an early 27-24 lead.
The Beijing Ducks responded in the second quarter by tightening their defense. Their efforts led to turnovers and missed shots from Xinjiang, allowing Beijing to capitalize on fast-break opportunities. Standout players Zeng Fanbo and Richard Solomon contributed significantly, pushing the Ducks ahead 52-49 by halftime.
However, the momentum shifted in the third quarter. Beijing struggled offensively, going scoreless for four minutes. Xinjiang seized the opportunity, launching a 19-0 run. Despite a late rally from the Ducks, including a crucial three-pointer from Eugene German, the Flying Tigers maintained their lead, ending the quarter up 79-73.
In the final quarter, Zeng Fanbo tried to spark a comeback for Beijing with impressive plays on both ends of the court, including sinking two three-pointers and blocking Peterson at the rim. Nonetheless, Xinjiang’s depth proved too much. Elfuratt Mohetaner sealed the game by hitting the team’s 15th three-pointer, ensuring an 11-point victory for the Flying Tigers.
The win not only solidifies Xinjiang’s dominance at home but also highlights their potential as a formidable contender in the CBA this season.
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Xinjiang Flying Tigers beat Beijing Ducks to remain undefeated at home
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