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Can Shenzhen outclass Shandong?
Tournament: CBA 2025-26 | Venue: Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre | Tip Off: 17:05:00
Live Streaming: Courtside 1891
Shenzhen Leopards to win and cover the spread (-6.5).
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.37 | 2.95 |
The Shenzhen Leopards delivered a composed and efficient offensive performance in their 106-96 win over the Ningbo Rockets, showcasing their scoring depth and control across four quarters.
Shenzhen set the tone early with a 27-23 first quarter and maintained steady pressure, highlighted by a dominant 35 point third quarter that effectively created separation.
He Xining led the scoring with 30 points, while Terquavion Smith delivered a strong performance, scoring 21 points and 15 assists. Wang Haoran also contributed 21 points, providing balanced scoring.
Offensively, Shenzhen shot 48.1% from the field, including 33.3% from the perimeter and 84.6% from the free throw line. Defensively, they controlled the boards 40-29, limiting second chance opportunities and forced Ningbo to commit 11 turnovers and 20 fouls.
Overall, the team averages 99.4 points per game, while dishing out 22.1 assists. Defensively, they record 38.4 rebounds and allow opponents to just 94.2 points per game.
Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin struggled to keep pace in their 92-76 loss to the Beijing Shougang Ducks, delivering an inconsistent offensive display that ultimately cost them the game. They fell behind early, managing just 14 points in the first quarter and trailing 21-14, setting the tone for a difficult night.
DeVaughn Akoon Purcell led the offense through 18 points and 10 assists, while Tao Hanlin delivered a two way performance, scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds.
Offensively, Shandong just shot 39% from the field, including a poor 20.8% from the perimeter and 50% from the free throw line. Defensively, they edged Beijing 41-40 on the boards, but committed multiple defensive lapses and allowed the visitors to shoot 44% from the perimeter.
Overall, the team averages 93 points per game, while dishing out 20.8 assists. Defensively, they record 39.6 rebounds and allow opponents to just 89.8 points per game.
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Terquavion Smith |
| SG | Ma Mingkun |
| SF | He Xining |
| PF | Wang Haoran |
| C | Alpha Kaba |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Zhijie Xie |
| SG | DeVaughn Akoon Purcell |
| SF | Ma Yandong |
| PF | Marquese Chriss |
| C | Tao Hanlin |
Shenzhen Leopards enter the April 19 matchup in strong form, driven by efficient offense and consistent scoring depth. Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin, meanwhile, are struggling with defensive issues and poor recent results. With a better head-to-head record and home advantage, Shenzhen holds the edge, while Shandong must improve defensively and start fast to compete effectively.
Shenzhen Leopards is currently 3rd in the CBA standings with a 29-11 record, while Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin is 8th in the standings with a 23-17 record.
In their last five head-to-head matchups, Shenzhen Leopards has won two matches, while Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin has won three matches.
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| He Xining | 19.9 | 4.9 | 3.7 | 1.5/0.1 |
| DeVaughn Akoon Purcell | 17.1 | 3.2 | 4.2 | 1.3/0.3 |
Shenzhen Leopards should take this one. Their offensive rhythm, depth, and recent form give them a clear edge, especially at home. Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin’s defensive struggles and inconsistent scoring make it hard to see them keeping up over four quarters. We are backing the Shenzhen Leopards to win this matchup.
Shenzhen Leopards to win and cover the spread (-6.5).
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