Guangdong secured a dominant 92-73 victory over two-time defending champions Liaoning in the National Games men's basketball semifinals on November 12, 2025, earning a spot in the championship clash alongside Zhejiang. The host team showcased relentless offense in Dongguan, with Wang Ruize and Zhao Rui combining for critical early plays that established an 11-point first-quarter lead.
Liaoning's hopes dwindled after star guard Zhao Jiwei exited with a thigh injury in the opening quarter. Despite a spirited third-quarter comeback that narrowed Guangdong's lead to two points, Xu Jie's precision passing and Du Runwang's clutch three-pointer sealed the victory for the home side.
Zhejiang claimed their final berth through a separate semifinal matchup, though full details remain undisclosed. The championship game between Guangdong and Zhejiang is scheduled for November 14 in Dongguan, promising a high-stakes conclusion to China's premier domestic sports event.
