Saturday night’s CBA clash had fans gripping their seats as the Shandong Kylins pulled off a nail-biting 118-114 road win against the Beikong Royal Fighters! 🌟 Led by ex-NBA forward Marquese Chriss (29 points), Shandong outlasted Beikong’s late rally in a game packed with drama and clutch plays.
Injury Woes & Early Struggles
Beikong’s lineup took a hit with starters Liu Xiaoyu and Shen Zijie sidelined. Former NBA star Jared Sullinger entered late but couldn’t ignite a first-half spark as Shandong dominated rebounds (24 vs. Beikong’s 12). Chriss dropped 21 points by halftime—Beikong’s D had no answer. 😤
Third-Quarter Fireworks
Beikong’s 16-6 run briefly flipped the game (71-70), but Shandong’s Jarmar Gulley (15 points) and Chriss fired back to reclaim a 91-84 lead. Entering the fourth, the pressure was ON.
Crunch-Time Heartbreak
Down four with 23 seconds left, Beikong’s two three-point attempts clanked off the rim, sealing their fate. Shandong’s perimeter shooting and gritty defense proved unstoppable. 💨
This win boosts Shandong’s playoff hopes, while Beikong faces tough questions about depth and health. Who’s hyped for their next faceoff? 🙌
