Beijing Ducks vs Shanxi Loongs, CBA 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

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Beijing Ducks

Beijing enter this game ranked sixth with a solid 10–4 record, though their recent form has been slightly uneven. They snapped a two game losing run with an 89–85 win over Jiangsu Dragons in their latest outing, a result that helped steady the ship after back to back defeats against Shenzhen and Shandong. Playing at the Cadillac Arena gives Beijing a chance to build momentum again.

Looking at their last five games, Beijing have recorded wins over Jiangsu Dragons (89–85) and Ningbo Rockets (88–83), but losses to Shenzhen (118–110), Shandong (87–85), and Zhejiang Guangsha (77–74). Those results show a team that can defend well enough to grind out close games, but one that struggles when opponents push the tempo and scoring rises into the high 80s and beyond.

From the standings data, Beijing have scored 1311 points and allowed 1143 across 14 games, averaging 93.6 points scored per game and 81.6 points conceded. That defensive figure is one of their biggest strengths. If Beijing can control pace and keep Shanxi Zhongyu in the low 80s, they put themselves in a strong position to protect home court.

Shanxi Loongs

Shanxi Zhongyu arrive in Beijing placed 12th with a perfectly balanced 7–7 record, but their recent form suggests some inconsistency. They have lost two of their last three games, including a 97–84 defeat to Ningbo Rockets and a 96–81 loss to Shanghai, though they did manage back to back wins earlier against Tianjin and Sichuan.

Their last five results read as losses to Ningbo Rockets (97–84) and Shanghai (96–81), followed by wins over Tianjin (103–99), Sichuan (97–79), and Jiangsu Dragons (91–77). Shanxi Zhongyu have shown they can score freely when games open up, but defensive lapses have hurt them against stronger opposition.

Across 14 games this season, Shanxi Zhongyu have scored 1247 points and conceded 1228, which works out to 89.1 points scored per game and 87.7 allowed per game. That gap suggests they are more comfortable in faster paced contests, but against a disciplined Beijing side, finding efficient scoring stretches will be key.

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Beijing Ducks vs Shanxi Loongs Match Prediction & Analysis

Beijing welcome Shanxi Zhongyu in a Chinese Basketball Association clash on January 16, with tip off scheduled for 17:05 at the Cadillac Arena in Beijing. With both teams sitting mid table and trying to stabilise their form, this matchup carries extra weight as the CBA season continues to take shape.

Head-To-Head Record (Last 5)

Recent head to head meetings clearly lean in Beijing’s favour. Beijing have won the last four CBA meetings against Shanxi Zhongyu, including victories of 121–103, 106–99, 102–94, and 108–110. Shanxi Zhongyu last beat Beijing in February 2025 in the Champions Cup, but in regular league play, Beijing have consistently had the upper hand.

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Winning Prediction

Beijing’s stronger defensive numbers, home court advantage, and dominant recent head to head record make them the safer pick. Shanxi Zhongyu can be dangerous if the game turns into a high scoring shootout, but if Beijing control tempo and keep defensive discipline, they should edge this matchup.

Beijing to win

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