The Shanghai Sharks delivered a stunning 113-73 victory over the Guangdong Southern Tigers in Dongguan on Thursday night, marking Guangdong's largest defeat this season and third-worst loss in franchise history. The Sharks' offensive dominance saw five players score double digits, with Kenneth Lofton Jr. leading at 26 points off the bench and Zheng Zhenlin contributing 22 points.
Three-Point Barrage Seals Fate
Shanghai's 19 three-pointers out of 35 attempts, including 10 in the first half, overwhelmed Guangdong's defense. The hosts struggled offensively, missing 19 of 20 three-point attempts before halftime and trailing 60-34 at the break. The gap widened to over 50 points in the fourth quarter, propelling Shanghai to second place in the standings.
Guangsha Lions Extend Dominance
Meanwhile, the league-leading Guangsha Lions defeated the Sichuan Blue Whales 93-69 in Hangzhou, extending Sichuan's losing streak to 15 games. Sun Minghui and Hu Jinqiu each scored 14 points, while reigning CBA Finals MVP Barry Brown returned from injury with 9 points. The Lions now hold a 13-2 record after their fourth consecutive win.
