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Beijing Ducks delivered a New Year's Day slam dunk with a 105-90 victory over reigning CBA champions Liaoning Flying Leopards! Star player Zhang Cairen stole the spotlight on his 30th birthday, sinking 7 three-pointers for a game-high 27 points.
\"This win means everything – it's my birthday and the start of 2025!\" Zhang told reporters post-game, channeling main-character energy . Home team captain Zhai Xiaochuan added: \"May all fans’ New Year wishes come true!\"
The action heated up early as Beijing's Zhou Qi dominated the paint post-injury return. Despite Liaoning’s Kyle Fogg keeping the visitors in the game, Zhang’s fourth-quarter three-point frenzy sealed the deal . When the final buzzer sounded, Beijing had notched their 17th win of the season – proving age is just a number for birthday boy Zhang!
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Zhang Cairen Drops 27 on Birthday as Beijing Ducks Defeat Champions! 
Star player Zhang Cairen stole the spotlight on his 30th birthday, sinking 7 three-pointers for a game-high 27 points. 
. Home team captain Zhai Xiaochuan added: \"May all fans’ New Year wishes come true!\" 
. When the final buzzer sounded, Beijing had notched their 17th win of the season – proving age is just a number for birthday boy Zhang! 
