The Guangsha Lions staged an incredible comeback, overcoming a 17-point deficit to defeat the Beijing Ducks 83-79 in a thrilling Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) regular season game held in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, on Wednesday. This victory marks their fifth consecutive win, showcasing their resilience and determination.
Making his first appearance for Guangsha, newly-signed Serbian giant Boban Marjanovic brought excitement to the court. Standing at 2.22 meters with a 2.39-meter wingspan, Marjanovic effortlessly dunked over Zhou Qi, demonstrating his impressive physical presence. Although he faced challenges keeping up in fast transitions, he contributed four points, two rebounds, and one steal in his seven minutes off the bench.
The game started slow, with both teams struggling to score in the first quarter, halting at 22-17 in favor of Beijing Ducks thanks to impressive three-pointers from Zhou Qi and Zhang Cairen. The Ducks extended their lead to six points by halftime, with Guangsha's star point guard Sun Minghui scoring only six points in the first half and former CBA MVP Hu Jinqiu limited to three points.
The third quarter saw Beijing Ducks widen their lead to 64-47, but the Guangsha Lions refused to back down. A pivotal 7-0 run revitalized their offense, setting the stage for a dramatic final quarter.
In the fourth quarter, Guangsha surged ahead, outscoring the Ducks 13-2 in the first four minutes to take a slender lead of 67-66. With the game tied at 77-77 and just one minute remaining, Zhu Junlong and Barry Brown nailed six free throws, securing a six-point lead at 83-77. Beijing Ducks struggled to respond, with Lei Meng managing only one crucial jumper in the final moments.
🌟 The Lions' ability to maintain defensive intensity and capitalize on key moments highlighted their strong teamwork and strategic gameplay. This victory not only solidifies their standing in the season but also heralds an exciting future with players like Marjanovic bringing fresh energy to the team. Stay tuned for more action-packed games from the CBA!
