In a pulsating Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) playoff showdown, the Beijing Ducks edged the Beikong Royal Fighters 106-100 on Wednesday, fueled by Zeng Fanbo's career-high 30 points. The first-ever postseason meeting between the two Beijing-based teams drew global attention, leveling their best-of-five quarterfinal series at 1-1.
Momentum Swings Define Fierce Contest
Beikong's Zou Yucheng delivered crucial bench contributions early, staging a 13-0 second-quarter rally to seize halftime control. However, Beijing's Chen Yingjun answered with four third-quarter three-pointers, igniting the Ducks' resurgence. Zeng sealed the victory with a clutch three-pointer late in the fourth quarter, showcasing his growing influence in critical moments.
Shanxi Loongs Dominate Guangdong Southern Tigers
Meanwhile, the Shanxi Loongs extended their series lead to 2-0 with a decisive 116-101 victory over Guangdong. Led by Yuan Shuai's nine three-pointers (29 points) and Hamidou Diallo's 28-point performance, Shanxi weathered a late comeback attempt from the Tigers. The result amplifies pressure on Guangdong as the series shifts to their home court.
