The first two games of the CBA playoff quarterfinals have just concluded, sparking widespread discussion among fans. Some are debating the referees’ calls, others are praising He Xining’s clutch three-pointers, and many are marveling at how Guangsha managed to win without Sun Minghui.
Intense Battles and Key Moments
In Taiyuan, Guangsha faced Shanxi. Many expected Shanxi to secure a home victory given their higher regular-season ranking and strong home-court support. However, the game went down to the wire, with Guangsha winning 86-81 and tying the series 1-1.
The first quarter was tight, with Guangsha relying on Zhu Junlong’s three-pointers to stay afloat. Shanxi attacked aggressively but missed several opportunities. In the second quarter, Shanxi’s offense stalled, allowing Guangsha to build a double-digit lead, though they only led by five at halftime.
In the third quarter, Shanxi’s foreign player Nate received a technical foul for arguing with the referee, which disrupted their momentum. He eventually fouled out, and Ge Zhaobao also sat out most of the second half due to foul trouble. Despite these setbacks, Shanxi’s bench unit fought back to tie the game. In the final minute, Shanxi’s Diallo missed a crucial layup
