Xinjiang Team Secures Match Point in CBA Semifinals
In a thrilling matchup yesterday, the Xinjiang team clinched a crucial victory over the Zhejiang team in the CBA playoffs semifinals, taking a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series. The intense game ended with a score of 105-93 in favor of Xinjiang, putting them on the edge of advancing to the next round.
Both teams displayed a strong performance throughout the game, with the score tied at 26 in the first quarter and remaining neck and neck at halftime with a score of 55 each. However, in the final quarter, the Xinjiang team found themselves trailing by 4 points before making an impressive comeback in the last four and a half minutes, outscoring their opponents 12-0 to secure the victory.
After the game, Xinjiang team head coach Qiu Biao emphasized the importance of mental attributes and defense in playoff games, praising his team for their relentless effort on the court. However, a concerning development came with the news that defender Zhao Rui had to sit out in the crucial moments of the game due to a relapse of an old injury. The extent of his injury will be determined after further examination.
With the series now at a crucial juncture, the Xinjiang team is gearing up for the next game, aiming to close out the series and advance to the finals. Fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of the next matchup as both teams prepare for another intense battle on the court.