Shanxi Loongs Stun Guangdong in Epic CBA Comeback

In a game that flipped the script like a TikTok trend gone viral, the Shanxi Loongs clawed back from a 19-point deficit to defeat the Guangdong Southern Tigers 103-99 in Friday’s CBA thriller. Talk about clutch mode activated!

First Half: Tigers Pounce Early

Guangdong dominated early, turning up their defense like a K-pop dance routine. Du Runwang and Hu Mingxuan led the charge, while Shanxi struggled with three-pointers, trailing 57-44 at halftime.

Second Half: Goodwin’s Redemption Arc

Shanxi’s Brandon Goodwin became the main character, raining jumpers like confetti. Partnering with Liu Chuanxing, he fueled a 31-21 third-quarter run. The game tightened to 78-75, setting up a final act worthy of a Netflix sports doc.

Final Minutes: Edge-of-Your-Seat Drama

With two minutes left, Jia Mingru’s triple put Shanxi ahead 96-93. Guangdong’s Troy Gillenwater tried to salvage the game but missed a critical jumper. Han Peiyu’s ice-cold free throws sealed the deal, leaving fans screaming into their phones.

This marks Shanxi’s second win over the 11-time champions this season—proving even underdogs can swipe right on victory.

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Shanxi Loongs overturn 19-point gap to shock Guangdong Southern Tigers

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