The Liaoning Flying Leopards have once again proven their dominance in Chinese basketball, clinching the 2023-2024 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) regular season title with a thrilling 101-96 victory over the Zhejiang Lions on Saturday.
As the defending champions and three-time league winners, Liaoning entered the season as strong favorites, and they did not disappoint their fans in the final round of regular play. Despite already securing the top spot before the match, the Flying Leopards approached the game against the Lions, a potential playoff adversary, with determination and focus.
Playing in front of an electrified home crowd, Liaoning started strong, establishing an 11-point lead by halftime. However, the Zhejiang Lions, known for their resilience, rallied in the second half to level the score at 94-94 in the final minutes of the fourth quarter. In a nail-biting finish, Liaoning executed a decisive 7-2 run to seal the victory and their regular-season crown.
With the playoffs on the horizon, the Flying Leopards are poised to defend their title. Fans across Asia and around the world will be watching closely as the excitement of CBA basketball continues to unfold.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
