The Beijing Ducks delivered one of the most thrilling performances of the Chinese Basketball Association season on Friday, overcoming a 20-point deficit to defeat the Guangdong Southern Tigers 96-93 in Dongguan. American guard Eugene German cemented his status as a clutch performer by sinking the game-winning three-pointer with just half a second remaining.
Bench Depth Fuels Second-Half Surge
Trailing 43-23 in the second quarter, Beijing's reserves sparked the turnaround with four bench players scoring double digits. Zhao Rui led the charge with 23 points, while German contributed 20 points including three critical three-pointers. The Ducks outscored Guangdong 54-39 after halftime, showcasing their improved defensive intensity.
Playoff Implications Intensify
This victory propels Beijing into provisional third place in the CBA standings with their 20th win of the season. The result deals a significant blow to Guangdong's playoff positioning, marking their fourth last-second home loss this year. Both teams now prepare for critical matchups next week as the regular season enters its final stretch.
