CBA Round 3 (Regular Season): Beijing D. hands first defeat to Liaoning

Round 3 means everything may happen in CBA as the season just started. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Flying Leopards (3-1) in Beijing on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by Ducks (4-0) 94-81. Beijing D. made 25-of-31 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. The former international center Qi Zhou (217-1996) chipped in 15 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Dezmine Wells (196-1992, college: Maryland) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ducks are looking forward to face Shenzhen L. (#16) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Flying Leopards will play against Ningbo R. (#12) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Jinjiang. Local Sturgeons (1-3) lost to Guangsha Lions (2-1) 98-80. It was a good game for who led his team to a victory with 26 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). JaKarr Sampson contributed with 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) answered with 17 points for Fujian S.Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guangsha Lions will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sturgeons will play on the road against Zhejiang GB. (#15) in Hangzhou and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Other games of round 3 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
winless Sichuan was defeated by Shandong H. in Jinan 94-87. Beijing was beaten by Xinjiang at home 95-105. Winless Tianjin P. lost to Jilin NE T. on the opponent's court 80-90. Ningbo R. managed to outperform Shenzhen L. in a home game 81-72. Nanjing lost to undefeated Qingdao E. on the road 88-99. Shanxi L. defeated Zhejiang GB. on its own court 102-91.
The best stats of 3rd round was 20 points and 10 rebounds by Dakari Johnson of Zhejiang GB..



Beijing D. - Liaoning FL 94-81

The most crucial game of the last round was a loss of Flying Leopards (3-1) in Beijing on Wednesday night. Visitors were defeated by Ducks (4-0) 94-81. Beijing D. made 25-of-31 free shots (80.6 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) who scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. The former international center Qi Zhou (217-1996) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Four Ducks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Dezmine Wells (196-1992, college: Maryland) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists and added 15 points (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ducks are looking forward to face Shenzhen L. (#16) at home in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Flying Leopards will play against Ningbo R. (#12) and are hoping to prove to their supporters that the loss was just an accident.
Top scorers:
Beijing D.: R.Chen 26+2ast, E.German 21+6reb+3ast, Q.Zhou 15+11reb+2ast, R.Zhao 11+2reb+7ast, X.Di 8+4reb+2ast, O.Spellman 4+6reb
Liaoning FL: W.Dezmine 16+6reb+10ast, F.Hao 15+4reb+1ast, Y.Jiang 10+4reb+1ast, S.Yan 10, W.Lanqing 9+4ast, B.Jaylon 7+2ast

Shandong H. - Sichuan BW 94-87

There was no surprise in Jinan where Blue Whales (0-4) were defeated by Heroes (2-1) 94-87. Shandong H. made 20-of-26 charity shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for American Marquese Chriss (206-1997, college: Washington) who led his team to a victory with 29 points and 4 assists. His fellow American import guard Myles Powell (188-1997, college: Seton Hall) contributed with 13 points and 4 assists for the winners. American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) answered with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 14 rebounds and the former international center Qi Zhou (217-1996) added 18 points in the effort for Sichuan. Five Sichuan players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Heroes will play against Beijing (#13) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Blue Whales will play against Nanjing (#11) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Shandong H.: M.Chriss 29+4reb+4ast, D.Akoon-Purcell 14+3reb+3ast, M.Powell 13+3reb+4ast, P.Chen 10+2reb+1ast, L.Chen 10+1reb+1ast, K.Guo 6+8reb
Sichuan BW: D.Ruiqi 18+2reb+1ast, L.Zhang 14+3reb+1ast, Y.Wenxue 12+14reb+2ast, L.Jinxiao 11+6reb+3ast, L.Guanshan 10+4reb, D.Zhibo 8+1reb+3ast

Beijing RF - Xinjiang FT 95-105

No shocking result in a game in Beijing where Flying Tigers (2-2) defeated Royal Fighters (2-2) 105-95. Xinjiang outrebounded Beijing 43-29 including 17 on the offensive glass. It was a good game for Zach Nutall who led his team to a victory with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Dedric Lawson contributed with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. American Marquese Chriss (206-1997, college: Washington) answered with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import Grant Riller (189-1997, college: Charleston) added 21 points in the effort for Beijing. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Flying Tigers will play against Jilin NE T. (#9) in Changchun in the next round. Royal Fighters will play on the road against Shandong H. in Jinan and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Xinjiang FT: Z.Nutall 27+6reb+6ast, D.Lawson 21+15reb+3ast, L.Qi 19+4reb+2ast, A.Abudushalamu 17+6reb+2ast, Y.Motaner 13+4reb+1ast, Q.Wu 4+3reb
Beijing RF: R.Grant 21+3reb+2ast, Z.Yuchen 17+9reb+4ast, P.Reggie 13+6reb+2ast, L.Sanning 11+2reb+10ast, S.Dereon 10+3reb+1ast, Z.Fan 9+2reb+1ast

Fujian S. - Guangsha L. 80-98

The game with biggest result difference took place in Jinjiang. Local Sturgeons (1-3) lost to Guangsha Lions (2-1) 98-80. Guangsha L. made 27-of-32 charity shots (84.4 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Fujian S.'s players. Fujian S. was plagued by 25 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a good game for Jinqiu Hu who led his team to a victory with 26 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). American forward JaKarr Sampson (206-1993, college: St.John's) contributed with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American point guard Isaiah Briscoe (190-1996, college: Kentucky) answered with 17 points and added 13 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Fujian S.Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Guangsha Lions will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Sturgeons will play on the road against Zhejiang GB. (#15) in Hangzhou and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Guangsha L.: J.Hu 26+9reb, R.Tucker 17+1reb, J.Brown 13+2reb+2ast, J.Sampson 13+10reb+5ast, J.Zhao 11+4reb+1ast, M.Sun 8+12ast
Fujian S.: B.Isaiah 17+3reb+2ast, L.Yiyang 13+5reb+2ast, T.II Travis 11+2reb+2ast, B.Vladimir 10+6reb+1ast, Z.Yang 9+7reb+2ast, L.Zeng 6

Jilin NE T. - Tianjin P. 90-80

Rather expected game in Changchun where Pioneers (0-3) were defeated by Jilin Tigers (2-2) 90-80. Jilin NE T. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was a good game for American forward DJ Wilson (208-1996, college: Michigan) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds. American-Albanian point guard Dallas Moore (185-1994, college: UNF) contributed with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Four Jilin Tigers players scored in double figures. Jilin Tigers' coach Zheng Cheng allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. American forward Scottie James Jr (202-1996, college: Liberty, agency: Pensack Sports) answered with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import forward Jamile Reynolds (208-2002, college: S.Florida) added 23 points and 5 rebounds (on 10-of-11 shooting from the field) in the effort for Tianjin P.Jilin Tigers will play against Xinjiang (#10) in Urumqi in the next round. Pioneers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Jilin NE T.: D.Moore 23+8reb+6ast, D.Wilson 22+14reb+2ast, W.Jiang 14+1reb+4ast, J.Hao 13+5reb+2ast, F.Zeng 4+2ast, L.Yanyu 4+2reb+2ast
Tianjin P.: R.Jamile 23+5reb+1ast, J.Jr. Scottie 18+10reb+3ast, L.Benson 17+3reb+8ast, H.Javion 7+1ast, L.Rongpei 6+1reb+1ast, Z.Haoran 5+1reb

Ningbo R. - Shenzhen L. 81-72

Rockets used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Shenzhen 81-72. Ningbo R. outrebounded Shenzhen L. 43-32 including a 34-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a good game for American point guard Zavier Simpson (183-1997, college: Michigan) who led his team to a victory with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Senegalese center Tacko Fall (231-1995, college: UCF) contributed with 10 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. American forward DJ Wilson (208-1996, college: Michigan) answered with 26 points and 8 rebounds and American-Albanian point guard Dallas Moore (185-1994, college: UNF) added 15 points in the effort for Shenzhen L.Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Rockets will play against Liaoning (#4) in Yingkou in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Leopards will play on the road against Beijing D. (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Ningbo R.: Z.Simpson 24+7reb+5ast, F.Jackson 11+1reb+3ast, T.Fall 10+8reb, J.Wang 8+3reb+4ast, K.Luo 7+5reb, J.Martin 7
Shenzhen L.: W.Haoran 26+8reb+3ast, H.Xining 15+3reb+3ast, S.Terquavion 10+5reb+5ast, K.Alpha 8+5reb, M.Marin 6+7reb+4ast, J.Markell 5+2reb+2ast

Qingdao E. - Nanjing MK 99-88

Not a big story in a game in Qingdao where Monkey Kings (2-2) were defeated by Eagles (3-0) 99-88. Qingdao E. made 26-of-28 charity shots (92.9 percent) during the game. It was a good game for American guard Quinndary Weatherspoon (190-1996, college: MSU) who led his team to a victory with 56 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 6 assists (on 16-of-20 shooting from the field). His fellow American import power forward Jordan Mickey (203-1994, college: LSU) contributed with 26 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Marcus LoVett Jr (183-1996, college: St.John's, agency: Octagon Europe) answered with 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Senegalese center Tacko Fall (231-1995, college: UCF) added 20 points in the effort for Nanjing. Four Nanjing players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Eagles will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Monkey Kings will play on the road against Sichuan (#20) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Qingdao E.: Q.Weatherspoon 56+6reb+6ast, J.Mickey 26+5reb+2ast, J.Young 6+3reb+1ast, Y.Wang 5+5ast, R.Wang 5+5reb+3ast, A.Duan 1+2reb+1ast
Nanjing MK: Z.Mingzheng 20+4reb+1ast, G.Haowen 18+1reb+3ast, L.Jr. Marcus 17+5reb+6ast, M.Brady 15+3reb+3ast, S.Richard 6+6reb+2ast, Z.Baiqing 5+4reb

Shanxi L. - Zhejiang GB. 102-91

Everything went according to plan in Taiyuan where Loongs (2-1) won against Golden Bulls (1-3) 102-91. Shanxi L. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Golden Bulls's 38. Shanxi L. players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. It was a good game for Jia Mingru who led his team to a victory with 21 points and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Chuanxing Liu contributed with 16 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Dakari Johnson (213-1995, college: Kentucky) answered with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and his fellow the other American import import power forward Jordan Mickey (203-1994, college: LSU) added 16 points in the effort for Zhejiang GB.Five Shanxi L. and four Zhejiang GB. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Loongs will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Golden Bulls will play at home against Fujian S. (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Shanxi L.: J.Mingru 21+4reb+5ast, C.Liu 16+8reb+3ast, H.Diallo 14+1reb+9ast, N.Zhang 13+2reb+3ast, J.Nowell 12+3reb+1ast, Z.Ge 8+3reb+2ast
Zhejiang GB.: J.Dakari 20+10reb+3ast, W.Qian 16+3reb+2ast, R.Brandon 15+3reb+2ast, L.Wenbo 13+5reb+1ast, L.Zeyi 9+4reb+2ast, J.Damian 7+1reb