The Shanghai Sharks roared to the top of the Chinese Basketball Association standings yesterday with a dominant 99-77 victory over defending champions Guangsha Lions! 🔥 This electrifying home game marked their seventh consecutive win this season, showcasing next-level teamwork with six players scoring double digits.
After early back-and-forth action, American star Kenneth Lofton Jr. sparked the Sharks' momentum with clutch plays – from slick assists to Wang Zhelin's thunderous dunk 🏀. Brandon Goodwin sealed the deal with a crucial three-pointer that sent the crowd into frenzy!
Guangsha's eight-game winning streak crumbled despite Zhao Yanhao's sharp shooting. The Sharks now share a 9-2 record with the Lions but claim first place through tiebreakers. Fans are already dubbing this the 'Revenge of the Deep' after last season's playoff heartbreak.
With young talent like Li Hongquan stepping up and veterans delivering big plays, Shanghai's championship dreams look brighter than ever. Who's ready for playoff-level drama in January? 🌟
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Shanghai Sharks thrash Guangsha 99-77 to climb to top of CBA standings
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