CBA Round 18 (Regular Season): Guangdong ST is upset by Beijing

Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game in the last round took place in Dongguan between third ranked Guandong Tigers (12-4) and fourteenth ranked Royal Fighters (7-9) on Saturday night. Guandong Tigers were edged by Royal Fighters in a tough game at home 98-99. Beijing made 31-of-39 free shots (79.5 percent) during the game. 27 personal fouls committed by Guangdong ST helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was international guard Sanning Liao (189-2001) who scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Reggie Perry (208-2000, college: MSU) chipped in 20 points and 14 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Trevelin Queen (197-1997, college: NM State) who recorded 27 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Beijing moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Jilin NE T. Guangdong ST at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Qingdao E.. Beijing is looking forward to face higher ranked Guangzhou (#12) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Guangdong ST will play against Sichuan (#20) and is hoping to win this game.
Leader Guangsha Lions delivered the fourteenth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Loong Lions (7-8) 109-82 in Hangzhou. It was a good game for American Barry Brown Jr (190-1996, college: Kansas St.) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 4 assists. Jinqiu Hu contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Canadian guard Lindell Wigginton (185-1998, college: Iowa St.) replied with 16 points and 5 assists for Guangzhou. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Guangsha Lions (14-2) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position. Guangzhou lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with eight games lost. Guangsha L. will play against Qingdao E. (#4) at home in the next round. Guangzhou will play against Beijing (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Bottom-ranked Blue Whales (0-16) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 103-79 loss to thirteenth ranked Jilin Tigers (7-9) in Sichuan on Saturday evening. DJ Wilson had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners. The best for the losing side was Ruiqi Duan with 23 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jilin NE T. maintains thirteenth position with 7-9 record, which they share with Beijing. Loser Blue Whales still closes the standings. Jilin NE T. will meet at home higher ranked Shandong H. (#6) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sichuan will play against Guangdong ST (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.

Rest of the games of round 18 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Shanxi L. defeated Beijing D. in Taiyuan 90-84. Liaoning beat Xinjiang at home 82-75. Shenzhen L. was destroyed by Nanjing on the opponent's court 115-86. Jiangsu D. managed to outperform Shandong H. in a home game 106-101. Zhejiang GB. recorded a loss to Qingdao E. on the road 87-76.



Beijing D. - Shanxi L. 84-90

There was an upset in Beijing where higher ranked Ducks (11-5) were defeated by tenth ranked Loongs (9-7) 90-84 on Friday. Guinean-American Hamidou Diallo (198-1998, college: Kentucky) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Jaylen Nowell (193-1999, college: Washington) chipped in 20 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Eugene German (183-1997, college: NIU) with 29 points and the former international Xiaochuan Di (205-1993) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Shanxi L. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Zhejiang GB. and Shenzhen L. Loser Ducks dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. Shanxi L. will meet at home Fujian S. (#17) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Beijing D. will play against Ningbo R. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Beijing D.: G.Eugene 29+4reb+3ast, D.Xiaochuan 15+7reb, B.Jr Victor 11+5reb+4ast, F.Zeng 9+2reb+1ast, M.Mangok 6+2reb+2ast, F.Ziming 6+2reb+2ast
Shanxi L.: J.Nowell 20+3reb+1ast, H.Diallo 17+7reb+2ast, N.Zhang 14+1reb+2ast, J.Mingru 10+1reb+4ast, C.Liu 9+5reb+1ast, J.Hailong 6+7reb+4ast

Liaoning FL - Xinjiang FT 82-75

No shocking result in a game in Yingkou where ninth ranked Flying Leopards (8-8) defeated 15th ranked Flying Tigers (5-11) 82-75 on Friday. Liaoning looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The former international point guard Jiwei Zhao (184-1995) scored 24 points and 7 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American power forward Eric Moreland (208-1991, college: Oregon St.) chipped in 6 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 blocks during the contest. The best for the losing side was swingman Yilifulati Motaner (195-2000) with 21 points and 4 assists and American swingman Kevon Harris (198-1997, college: SF Austin) scored 15 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Liaoning went down to tenth position due to points difference, which they share with Ningbo R. Xinjiang lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Liaoning will meet at home higher ranked Shenzhen L. (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Xinjiang will play against the league's second-placed Shanghai (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Xinjiang FT: M.Yilifulati 21+4reb+4ast, H.Kevon 15+5reb+3ast, N.Zach 14+2reb+3ast, R.Yang 8+1reb, F.Ao 4+1reb+1ast, S.Xierzhati 4+1ast
Liaoning FL: J.Zhao 24+3reb+7ast, D.Wells 14+3reb+5ast, J.Yuxing 10+3reb+1ast, H.Fu 9+3reb, Y.Shouqi 9+1reb, E.Moreland 6+14reb+5ast

Nanjing MK - Shenzhen L. 115-86

There was an upset in Jiangsu where higher ranked Leopards (9-7) were rolled over by sixteenth ranked Monkey Kings (5-11) 115-86 on Friday. Nanjing outrebounded Shenzhen L. 41-26 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Nanjing looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American guard Jaylen Hands (191-1999, college: UCLA, agency: Octagon Europe) had a double-double by scoring 32 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international swingman Haowen Guo (201-2000) chipped in 25 points and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Haoran Wang (205-2004) with 24 points and American guard Terquavion Smith (193-2002, college: NC State) scored 21 points and 6 rebounds. Five Nanjing and four Shenzhen L. players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nanjing moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Leopards dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Zhejiang GB. and Shanxi L.. Nanjing will meet Tianjin P. (#15) on the road in the next round. Shenzhen L. will play against Liaoning (#10) in Yingkou and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Shenzhen L.: W.Haoran 24+3reb+3ast, S.Terquavion 21+6reb+3ast, H.Xining 19+4reb+3ast, J.Markell 10+2reb+8ast, K.Alpha 6+6reb, Z.Peng 4+2reb+1ast
Nanjing MK: J.Hands 32+6reb+12ast, H.Guo 25+3reb+6ast, B.Zhao 12+10reb+4ast, M.Zhu 12+8reb+1ast, R.Solomon 12+7reb+1ast, B.Manek 11+3reb+2ast

Guangdong ST - Beijing RF 98-99

The most important game in the last round took place in Dongguan between third ranked Guandong Tigers (12-4) and fourteenth ranked Royal Fighters (7-9) on Saturday night. Guandong Tigers were edged by Royal Fighters in a tough game at home 98-99. Beijing made 31-of-39 free shots (79.5 percent) during the game. 27 personal fouls committed by Guangdong ST helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. The best player for the winners was international guard Sanning Liao (189-2001) who scored 25 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Reggie Perry (208-2000, college: MSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Trevelin Queen (197-1997, college: NM State) who recorded 27 points and 9 rebounds and the former international point guard Mingxuan Hu (191-1998) added 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Five Beijing and four Guangdong ST players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Beijing moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Jilin NE T. Guangdong ST at the other side keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Qingdao E.. Beijing is looking forward to face higher ranked Guangzhou (#12) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Guangdong ST will play against Sichuan (#20) and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Guangdong ST: Q.Trevelin 27+9reb+3ast, H.Mingxuan 18+8reb+4ast, S.Jared 17+7reb+5ast, S.Edmond 15+4reb+4ast, R.Du 6+1reb, X.Jie 5+1reb+5ast
Beijing RF: S.Liao 25+7reb+5ast, R.Perry 20+14reb, J.Nelson 18+2reb+4ast, T.Kyzlink 13+3reb+1ast, S.Zhu 12+2reb+1ast, F.Huiliu 5+1reb+1ast

Jiangsu D. - Shandong H. 106-101

There was a surprise result in Nanjing where nineteenth ranked Jiangsu Dragons (3-13) beat higher ranked Heroes (10-5) 106-101 on Saturday. Jiangsu D. forced 20 Shandong H. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Zhenglin Pang (183-1971) had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 8 rebounds and 13 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American forward Feron Hunt (203-1999, college: SMU) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Marquese Chriss (206-1997, college: Washington) with 20 points and 9 rebounds and Trinidad and Tobago-American swingman Devaughn Akoon-Purcell (196-1993, college: Illinois St.) scored 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Jiangsu D. and four Shandong H. players scored in double figures. Heroes' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Jiangsu D. maintains nineteenth position with 3-13 record. Loser Heroes dropped to the sixth place with five games lost. Jiangsu D. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Shandong H. will play against Jilin NE T. (#13) in Changchun and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Shandong H.: C.Linjian 24+2reb+2ast, C.Marquese 20+9reb+2ast, A.Devaughn 17+8reb+4ast, T.Hanlin 11+5reb+2ast, Z.Xu 8, P.Myles 8+3reb+2ast
Jiangsu D.: Z.Pang 26+8reb+13ast, F.Hunt 23+6reb+2ast, I.Giles 18+9reb+2ast, H.Jiang 13+3reb+1ast, Y.Wu 10+1reb+1ast, Z.Liu 8+2ast

Qingdao E. - Zhejiang GB. 87-76

Not a big story in a game in Qingdao where 7th ranked Golden Bulls (9-7) were defeated by fourth ranked Eagles (12-4) 87-76 on Saturday. Qingdao E. shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 58.3 percentage. The game was dominated by American players. Guard Quinndary Weatherspoon (190-1996, college: MSU) scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Jordan Mickey (203-1994, college: LSU) chipped in 21 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was Gabe York (190-1993, college: Arizona) with 22 points and swingman Brandon Randolph (198-1997, college: Arizona) scored 14 points and 4 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Eagles have a solid four-game winning streak. Qingdao E. moved-up to third place, which they share with Guangdong ST. Loser Golden Bulls keeps the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Shanxi L. and Shenzhen L.. Qingdao E. will meet league's leader Guangsha L. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Zhejiang GB. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Zhejiang GB.: Y.Gabe 22+3reb+2ast, R.Brandon 14+2reb+4ast, L.Zeyi 14+5reb, J.Damian 8+8reb+1ast, W.Qian 6+1reb+3ast, J.Dakari 4+3reb+1ast
Qingdao E.: Q.Weatherspoon 27+5reb+5ast, J.Mickey 21+9reb+3ast, Z.Ji 16+6reb, Z.Jiayi 8, R.Wang 8+6reb+1ast, Y.Wang 4+1reb+6ast

Sichuan BW - Jilin NE T. 79-103

Bottom-ranked Blue Whales (0-16) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 103-79 loss to thirteenth ranked Jilin Tigers (7-9) in Sichuan on Saturday evening. They outrebounded Sichuan 42-21 including a 34-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. Jilin NE T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward DJ Wilson (208-1996, college: Michigan) had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and American-Albanian point guard Dallas Moore (185-1994, college: UNF) chipped in 22 points and 7 assists during the contest (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). The best for the losing side was guard Ruiqi Duan (191-2006) with 23 points and American guard Shamorie Ponds (185-1998, college: St.John's) scored 15 points and 7 assists. Four Sichuan players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jilin NE T. maintains thirteenth position with 7-9 record, which they share with Beijing. Loser Blue Whales still closes the standings. Jilin NE T. will meet at home higher ranked Shandong H. (#6) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sichuan will play against Guangdong ST (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Sichuan BW: D.Ruiqi 23+2reb+3ast, P.Shamorie 15+3reb+7ast, J.Hanyi 15+2reb+1ast, L.Weihao 12+4reb+3ast, Y.Wenxue 5+4reb, D.Zhibo 4+1reb
Jilin NE T.: D.Moore 22+4reb+7ast, D.Wilson 20+11reb+3ast, J.Hao 10, L.Yanyu 9+5reb, W.Jiang 8+3reb+5ast, J.Gulley 7+2reb+4ast

Guangsha L. - Guangzhou LL 109-82

Leader Guangsha Lions delivered the fourteenth victory. This time they crushed 12th ranked Loong Lions (7-8) 109-82 in Hangzhou. Guangsha L. made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 22 assists. It was a good game for American Barry Brown Jr (190-1996, college: Kansas St.) who led his team to a victory with 24 points and 4 assists. The former international center Jinqiu Hu (211-1997) contributed with 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners. Canadian guard Lindell Wigginton (185-1998, college: Iowa St.) replied with 16 points and 5 assists and American Justin Holiday (198-1989, college: Washington) added 17 points in the effort for Guangzhou. Five Guangsha L. and four Guangzhou players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Guangsha Lions (14-2) have an impressive five-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position. Guangzhou lost third consecutive game. They keep the twelfth place with eight games lost. Guangsha L. will play against Qingdao E. (#4) at home in the next round. Guangzhou will play against Beijing (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Guangzhou LL: H.Justin 17+2reb+2ast, W.Lindell 16+1reb+5ast, T.Erik 11+4reb+2ast, Y.Zhaoyao 10+8reb+1ast, L.Yancheng 10+3reb+1ast, C.Guohao 9+4reb
Guangsha L.: J.Brown 24+4reb+4ast, J.Hu 16+7reb+1ast, R.Tucker 15+1reb+2ast, M.Sun 12+2reb+6ast, J.Zhao 10+1reb+2ast, J.Carlton 10+6reb