Fujian Sturgeons vs Shanghai Sharks, CBA 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

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Fujian Sturgeons

In their CBA regular-season meeting, the Fujian Xunxing Sturgeons took a convincing 105-91 win over the Nanjing Monkey Kings at Zuchang Gymnasium.  Fujian set the tone early, building a strong lead behind efficient scoring balanced across quarters.

Travis Trice was the standout player, who led the charge with 24 points, 7 assists and 6 rebounds, while receiving balanced effort from the supporting cast.

Offensively, they shot efficiently, as they controlled tempo throughout, highlighted by their impressive ball movement (25 assists) and finished with a 14 point margin. Defensively, they got outrebounded 27-29 on the boards, but forced Nanjing to commit 17 turnovers and 24 fouls, causing multiple momentum swings and points off turnovers.

The result reflected Fujian’s offensive cohesion and defensive discipline, delivering an important statement win in the CBA regular season, as they put an end to their three game losing streak. Overall, the team averages 90.4 points per game, while dishing out 17.5 assists. Defensively, they record 35.5 rebounds and allow opponents to score 93.1 points per game.

Shanghai Sharks

In a CBA regular-season showdown, the Shanghai Jiushi Sharks dominated the Beijing Shougang Ducks with a commanding 86-67 victory to secure a three-game win streak.

Key performers for Shanghai included Brandon Goodwin with 24 points, 4 assists, and the imposing Hassan Whiteside posting 16 points and 14 rebounds as the Sharks spread scoring effectively and locked in defensively.

Offensively, Shanghai shot 46.5% from the field, supported by their efficient ball movement (19 assists), but struggled with 28.1% from the perimeter and 61.1% from the free throw line. Defensively, they controlled the boards 44-37 and were able to force Beijing to commit 11 turnovers and 20 fouls, causing momentum swings and points off turnovers for Shanghai.

Overall, the team has been averaging 93.5 points per game, while dishing out 22.6 assists per game. Defensively, they are strong on the boards, collecting 43.4 rebounds and allow opponents to just 79.2 points per game.

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Fujian Sturgeons vs Shanghai Sharks Match Prediction & Analysis

Fujian Xunxing host Shanghai Jiushi on 23rd Jan 2026 in a key CBA matchup. Fujian will rely on home momentum and transition scoring after recent improvements. Shanghai enter as favorites with stronger defense, rebounding, and ball movement. Controlling tempo and the paint will be decisive in determining the outcome.

Shanghai Jiushi Sharks is currently 3rd in the CBA standings with a 14-3 record, while Fujian Xunxing Sturgeons is 17th in the standings with a 6-11 record.

In the last five head-to-head matchups, Shanghai Jiushi Sharks has managed to win all five matches against the Fujian Xunxing Sturgeons.

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FUJIAN STURGEONS vs SHANGHAI SHARKS
Winning Prediction

Shanghai Jiushi Sharks defensive efficiency, rebounding advantage, and deeper rotation give them the edge. Fujian’s home form can keep it competitive early, but Shanghai’s control of pace and inside presence should wear them down late. We are backing Shanghai Jiushi Sharks to win this matchup.

Shanghai Jiushi Sharks to win and cover the spread (14.5).

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