CBA: Xinjiang Beats Zhejiang in Playoff Semi-Finals with Wigginton as Key Player
China News Service, Shaoxing – In a thrilling matchup on the evening of May 7th, the Xinjiang team secured a crucial victory against the Zhejiang team in the Chinese Men’s Basketball Professional League (CBA) playoff semi-finals. The Xinjiang team managed to clinch a win with a scoreline of 105:93, thanks in large part to the stellar performance of foreign aid Wigginton.
The game started with the Zhejiang team taking an early lead of 9:2, showcasing an impressive offensive display. However, the Xinjiang team quickly rallied and narrowed the point difference with strong inside play. The first quarter ended with both teams locked in a close battle.
As the game progressed, both teams intensified their defensive efforts, resulting in a tight contest during the second quarter. The Zhejiang team utilized their outside shooting to maintain their lead, but the Xinjiang team showed great teamwork and tied the game at halftime with a score of 55:55.
After the halftime break, the Zhejiang team gained momentum and extended their lead in the third quarter. However, the Xinjiang team mounted a comeback in the final quarter, led by the outstanding performance of Wigginton. The foreign aid player scored a game-high 32 points, contributing significantly to his team’s victory.
With this win, the Xinjiang team now holds a 2:1 lead in the best-of-five series and has a match point in hand. Despite being on the brink of elimination, the Zhejiang team will look to bounce back in the next game and utilize their home court advantage to force a tie in the series.
The intense competition and brilliant performances from both teams have captivated basketball fans across China, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the playoff semi-finals.