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Surging Rockets Visit Stumbling Dragons to Start 2026
Tournament: CBA 2025-26 | Venue: Suzhou Sports Center Gymnasium | Tip Off: 17:05:00
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Ningbo Rockets to win and cover the spread (-6.5)
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| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| Stake.com | 3.40 | 1.30 |
The Jiangsu Dragons struggled to contain the Qingdao Eagles offense, falling 83-76 in their CBA matchup at Suzhou Sports Center Gymnasium.
Key contributors for Jiangsu were Harry Giles Iii who scored 17 points and 10 rebounds, a double-double and Rob Edwards who added 17 points and 5 assists, but their individual efforts weren’t enough.
Offensively, Jiangsu shot 43.1% from the field, including 82.8% from the free throw line, but struggled from the three point line, hitting just 14.3%. Defensively, they managed to do well on the boards with 34 rebounds, but committed 15 turnovers and 23 fouls which proved costly down the stretch.
This loss extended their losing streak to three games and highlighted Jiangsu’s ongoing offensive inconsistencies this season. Overall, the team has been averaging 80.3 points per game, but only manage to dish 17.3 assists per game. They are poor on the boards with 32.8 rebounds and allow opponents to score 91.5 points per game.
The Ningbo Rockets delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, cruising to a 106-73 victory over the struggling Sichuan Jinqiang at the Youngor Gymnasium.
Luo Kaiwen led the scoring with 22 points, while Zavier Simpson added 19 points, providing consistent scoring. Tacko Fall added 15 points and controlled the boards with 10 rebounds.
Offensively, the Rockets were efficient from the field, hitting over 57% of their shots and converted 32% from the three point line, showcasing balanced scoring and ball movement (24 assists). Defensively, they completely dominated the boards 41-17, recorded 10 steals and forced Sichuan into 16 turnovers and 22 fouls.
This win improved their winning streak to three games and confidence with a dominant home performance. Overall, the team has been averaging 91.8 points per game and 17.8 assists per game. Defensively, they record 41 rebounds and allow opponents to score 86.3 points per game.
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Rob Edwards |
| SG | Wen Jialong |
| SF | Feron Hunt |
| PF | Harry Giles Iii |
| C | Li Lutong |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Zavier Simpson |
| SG | Franklin Jackson |
| SF | Luo Kaiwen |
| PF | Ning Hongyu |
| C | Tacko Fall |
The Jiangsu Dragons vs Ningbo Rockets matchup on January 1, 2026 pits contrasting form against each other. Jiangsu aims to rebound after a narrow loss to Qingdao, relying on structure and defense. Ningbo arrive confident after a blowout win over Sichuan, bringing pace and scoring balance. Rebounding, tempo control, and shot efficiency should decide it.
Current Standings: Ningbo Rockets is currently 6th in the CBA standings with a 5-3 record, while the Jiangsu Dragons is 18th in the standings with a 1-7 record.
Head-to-Head Matchups: In the last five head-to-head matchups, Jiangsu Dragons has won one match, while the Ningbo Rockets has won four matches and is currently riding a two game winning streak against the Jiangsu Dragons.
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Giles Iii | 19.9 | 8.6 | 1.6 | 1.5/0.6 |
| Tacko Fall | 9.9 | 7.0 | 0.4 | 0.6/1.4 |
Ningbo’s recent form, scoring depth, and transition offense give them the edge. If they maintain shooting efficiency and control the boards, they should dictate tempo. Jiangsu can keep it close with disciplined defense, but Ningbo looks better positioned to pull away late. We are backing the Ningbo Rockets to win this matchup.
Ningbo Rockets to win and cover the spread (-6.5)
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