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On December 15, Beijing time, in the 17th round of the 2023-24 CBA regular season, the Xinjiang team defeated the Guangdong team 110-88 in the absence of Zhou Qi and Zhao Rui, successfully winning 6 consecutive victories and ending the Guangdong team's 9 consecutive wins. Jones was the center of attention in this intense game, scoring 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 19 assists, tying his CBA career single-game assist record.
Statistics show that the Xinjiang team performed well in this game. Jones played well, not only on the scoring end, but also on rebounds and assists. Abdul Salamu contributed 21 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 blocks, while Qi Lin and Yu Dehao contributed 10 and 13 points respectively, contributing to the team's victory. As for Guangdong, Xu Jie became the team's top scorer with 25 points, and Waters also scored 28 points, but failed to prevent the team's winning streak from being ended.
On the eve of the season, the two teams in Xinjiang and Guangdong made a blockbuster player trade, Zhou Qi switched from the Xinjiang team to the Guangdong team, and Zhao Rui switched from the Guangdong team to the Xinjiang team. The match became a duel between two players representing the new club against the old one. However, the news of two players missing due to physical reasons came before the game, casting a veil of mystery over the game.
Prior to this, Xinjiang and Guangdong both performed well in the first 16 rounds of the regular season, winning 13 wins and 3 losses each, leading the standings. Prior to this game, Xinjiang had won five games in a row, while Guangdong were even more impressive, unbeaten in their last nine matches and in high spirits.
At the beginning of the game, the Guangdong team seemed to be a little slow at the beginning, while the Xinjiang team seized the opportunity and opened up the outside firepower. Qi Lin, Yu Dehao, and Jones hit consecutive three-pointers to help the Xinjiang team take the lead in a wave of 11-0. Although Xu Jie broke the scoring drought in time, the Xinjiang team maintained the lead through free throws and breakthrough layups. At the end of the first quarter, the Xinjiang team led 24-18.
Entering the second quarter, the Guangdong team quickly counterattacked, and Xu Xin, Xu Jie and other players hit three-pointers one after another, closing the difference to 1 point. However, the Xinjiang team then responded with the outstanding performances of players such as Abdul Salamu, Qi Lin and Jones to help the team stabilize the situation. At halftime, Xinjiang led by 16 points at 57-41 and had a clear advantage.
In the rematch, the Guangdong team tried to launch a counterattack, but the back-to-back three-pointers of Abdul Salamu and Yu Dehao stabilized the Xinjiang team's lead. Although the Guangdong team tried to catch up, the Xinjiang team maintained a 17-point lead through the double suppression of defense and offense. At the end of the third quarter, the Xinjiang team led 81-63.
In the final quarter of the game, the two sides went back and forth on the offensive end, but the shooting percentage was not too high. Jones once again led the team to a small climax, helping Xinjiang extend its lead to 21 points. Although the Guangdong team tried to launch a counterattack, the Xinjiang team consolidated its lead by scoring consecutive points through jump shots, free throws and other means. Due to the large point difference, the game finally lost suspense, and the Xinjiang team defeated the Guangdong team 110-88, successfully won 6 consecutive victories, and ended the Guangdong team's 9 consecutive wins.
In this high-profile match, the Xinjiang team successfully defeated the strong opponent Guangdong team with excellent overall play and Jones's superb performance. Although Zhou Qi and Zhao Rui were sidelined due to injury, the Xinjiang team showed excellent teamwork and tactical execution. This victory not only extended the winning streak of the Xinjiang team, but also laid a solid foundation for the competition in the later stages of the season. At the same time, the Guangdong team's nine-game winning streak was also ended in this battle, which sounded the alarm bell for them. The outcome of this game is not just the result of a ball-game game, but also a combination of factors, tactics and player form. The outcome of this game is not just the result of a ball-game game, but also a combination of factors, tactics and player form. In the absence of two main players, the Xinjiang team showed strong team cohesion and adaptability, especially Jones's superb performance on the offensive end, which contributed to the team's victory.
Notably, the player trades that were made earlier had a profound impact on both teams' rosters. The transfers of Zhou Qi and Zhao Rui have caused some changes in the styles and tactics of both teams. However, in this match, with both players sidelined due to injury, the matchup did not present a real confrontation between the two teams' lineups. It also gives other players more opportunities to show their quality, and Jones is one of them.
Jones' performance in the game was outstanding. He has shown great basketball intelligence and leadership on the court, and the all-round statistics also show his overall contribution to the game. Such a performance not only contributed to the team's victory, but also showed the fans the potential energy of the team under his leadership.
On the other hand, the Guangdong team lost some of their winning streak momentum in this game. Despite their winning streak before the game, they were unable to extend their winning streak in the face of Xinjiang's strong squad and overall strength. The team's mistakes and fluctuations in the game also made them gradually lose control on the field.
The result of this match will not only have a profound impact on the prospects of both teams for the season, but also make fans look forward to the exciting matchup between the two teams in the middle of the season. Jones' outstanding performance was undoubtedly a highlight of the game, and his leadership and all-round strength made it expected that he would continue to perform well in the upcoming matches.
Overall, this game is not only a wonderful matchup, but also a test of the team's overall strength and adaptability. Xinjiang managed to defeat their opponents with strong teamwork and Jones' dominance, while Guangdong will need to learn from this defeat and adjust their tactics and form to prepare for the upcoming matches. Fans are looking forward to the performance of these two strong teams, and we believe that they will present us with an even more exciting basketball feast in the future games.
With the end of this game, fans' attention to the CBA regular season has also heated up again. Xinjiang's rise and Jones' impressive performance will be a highlight of the season, while Guangdong will have to re-examine their strengths and weaknesses after this defeat.
For Xinjiang, the win meant they were unbeaten in the lead, continuing to cement their lead in the standings. The team has shown strong competitiveness in terms of overall strength, team chemistry and individual player ability. Especially when it comes to crunch time, the team's ability to rely on teamwork and the dominance of the leading players to stabilize the game will lay a solid foundation for their future journeys.
However, this game also presents some new challenges for the Xinjiang team. Without Zhou Qi and Zhao Rui, the team faced some difficulties both inside and outside. This has forced them to rely more on the performance of other players and has also put on more tactical adjustments for the coaching staff. How to find a suitable solution at a critical moment to keep the team competitive in the absence of key players will be the next problem that the Xinjiang team needs to think about and solve.
For the Guangdong team, this defeat is undoubtedly a wake-up call. Nine wins in a row put them in the spotlight of the season for a while, but the defeat also revealed some problems. In the face of strong opponents, the Guangdong team looked a little weak at both the offensive and defensive ends. Teams need to better adapt to their opponents' tactical adjustments during the game, while maintaining greater collective cohesion on the field.
In the case of a loss, the team should learn from the lessons, identify the problems and make timely adjustments. Corresponding improvements have been made in the rotation of players, tactical execution, etc., to ensure that the team is more stable and strong in future games. This is also a test that the Guangdong team needs to face as the defending champion.
In this high-profile game, in addition to witnessing a fierce matchup, fans also felt the passion of the CBA league and the cruelty of competition. Whether it is the rise of the Xinjiang team or the defeat of the Guangdong team, it has injected new highlights into the whole season. Jones' performance in the game has become a hot topic among fans, and his dominance is not only reflected in the statistics, but also in leading the team to complete the counterattack at critical moments.
Overall, this game adds suspense and excitement to the CBA regular season. Xinjiang and Guangdong will continue to compete fiercely in the next games, and Jones' performance will also be the focus of fans' attention. As the season progresses, we look forward to seeing more exciting moments, more team rises and ups and downs, and brings more exciting visual feasts to basketball fans.