Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Sichuan Blue Whales, CBA 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

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Nanjing Monkey Kings

The Nanjing Monkey Kings pulled off a dramatic 98-97 victory against the Xinjiang Flying Tigers in a tightly contested Chinese Basketball Association matchup, putting an end to their four game losing streak.

Jaylen Hands led the charge with 27 points and 10 assists, while Zhao Baiqing added 17 points and 6 rebounds. Brady Manek added 14 points and Ma Xinxin contributed 12 points, providing additional scoring support.

Offensively, Nanjing shot 43.1% from the field, including 38.7% from the perimeter and 80% from the free throw line, while dishing out 20 assists. Defensively, they controlled the boards 32-30, recorded 12 steals and forced Xinjiang to commit 17 turnovers and 23 fouls.

This result highlights the Monkey Kings resilience against a traditionally deeper Xinjiang squad. Overall, the team averages 88.7 points per game, while dishing out 19.9 assists per game. Defensively, they record 40 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 94.1 points per game.

Sichuan Blue Whales

Sichuan struggled from the outset, falling 57-109 to the Liaoning Flying Leopards in a tough CBA encounter. Scoring just 17 points in the first quarter and trailing 32-52 by halftime, Sichuan could never find offensive rhythm against a disciplined Liaoning defense.

Duan Ruiqi led the scoring with 15 points, while Jing Hanyi added 12 points and Yang Wenxue added 10 points and 7 rebounds.

Offensively, Sichuan just shot 27.3% from the field, including a poor 15% from the perimeter, struggling to convert early looks and generate consistent scoring runs, leaving them chasing throughout. Defensively, they got outrebounded 23-43 on the boards and struggled to contain Liaoning’s balanced attack, while committing 12 turnovers and 11 fouls.

The loss extended Sichuan’s winless start to the season (0-20), highlighting persistent challenges on both ends of the floor. Overall, the team averages 71.7 points per game, highlighted by their inefficient ball movement (15.2 assists). Defensively, they just record 31.4 rebounds and allow opponents to score 98.3 points per game.

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Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Sichuan Blue Whales Match Prediction & Analysis

Nanjing Monkey Kings host Sichuan Blue Whales on 30 January 2026 with momentum after their narrow win over Xinjiang. Holding home-court advantage and better recent form, Nanjing looks to control tempo. Sichuan enter struggling defensively and searching for scoring consistency, making discipline and early resistance crucial to staying competitive.

Nanjing Monkey Kings is currently 18th in the CBA standings with a 6-14 record, while Sichuan Jinqiang Blue Whales is 20th in the standings with a 0-20 record.

In the last five head-to-head matchups, Sichuan has won one match, while Nanjing has won four matches and is currently riding a two game winning streak against Sichuan.

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NANJING MONKEY KINGS vs SICHUAN BLUE WHALES
Winning Prediction

With home advantage, stronger recent form, and better late-game execution, Nanjing should control the pace. Sichuan’s ongoing defensive issues and scoring inconsistency make an upset unlikely unless they start fast and dominate the boards. Expect Nanjing to pull away in the second half. We are backing the Nanjing Monkey Kings to win this matchup.

Nanjing Monkey Kings to win.

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