The Beijing Ducks clinched a pivotal 101-98 victory against the Nanjing Monkey Kings in Jiangsu Province on Tuesday, securing their 31st regular-season win and climbing to third place in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) standings. The high-stakes matchup showcased intense back-and-forth action, with standout performances from Beijing's Kendric Davis and Tacko Fall.
Davis dominated with a game-high 41 points and 9 assists, while Fall's aggressive drives set the tone early. Nanjing's Zhao Boqing and Chen Ying-Chun countered with sharp three-point shooting, keeping the hosts competitive until the final minutes. A late-game collision forced Davis to briefly exit for medical treatment, but Beijing's depth prevailed as Zhou Qi and Eugene German secured critical baskets to seal the win.
The victory positions Beijing as a top contender in the CBA playoffs, underscoring their balanced roster and resilience under pressure. In other league action, the Tianjin Pioneers defeated the Ningbo Rockets 111-104, further intensifying competition for postseason seeding.
