The Shanghai Sharks roared to their fourth consecutive victory in a nail-biting CBA clash against the Shanxi Loongs, finishing 100-93 in a game that had fans on the edge of their seats . With five players scoring double digits, including Li Tianrong’s explosive three-point magic (4/7 from beyond the arc!), the Sharks proved teamwork makes the dream work. Star center Wang Zhelin added 18 points and 10 rebounds before exiting with a knee injury late in the game.
Shanxi fought hard, led by imports Brandon Goodwin and Hamidou Diallo, who kept the score tight with a 53-52 halftime lead. But the Sharks’ third-quarter dominance, fueled by Wang’s 13-point surge, flipped the script. A highlight-reel block by Diallo turned bittersweet as Wang’s exit left fans holding their breath .
Despite the drama, Li Tianrong and Li Hongquan sealed the deal with clutch three-pointers, stretching the lead to 15 points late. Shanxi’s missed shots in the final minutes handed them their ninth loss this season. Shanghai’s red-hot streak (20 wins in 22 games!) keeps them climbing the CBA ladder.
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Shanghai Sharks defeat Shanxi Loongs for fourth straight win in CBA
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