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Nanjing Monkey Kings

04-02 19:35

86 - 89

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Ningbo Dingwo

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Nanjing Monkey Kings

Ningbo Dingwo

Nanjing Monkey Kings

Ningbo Dingwo

2 points

3 points

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TO100%

64%TO

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Ended86 - 89

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Match Info

The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) match between the Nanjing Monkey Kings and the Ningbo Dingwo on April 2, 2026, ended in a narrow 89-86 victory for the visiting team. In a tense battle that went down to the wire, the Ningbo Dingwo secured a crucial road win, overcoming a late push from the Nanjing Monkey Kings to claim the three points. The game tipped off at 19:35 local time and was a closely contested affair throughout. The Ningbo Dingwo managed to build a small but persistent lead in the middle quarters, thanks to disciplined defense and efficient scoring from their backcourt. The Nanjing Monkey Kings, playing in front of their home fans, staged a furious comeback in the final period, cutting the deficit to a single possession multiple times. However, key defensive stops and clutch free throws in the final minute by the Dingwo sealed the 89-86 final score. A critical turnover by the Monkey Kings in the last 30 seconds, when they had a chance to tie or take the lead, proved to be the decisive moment of the match. The performance of Ningbo's veteran point guard was a standout, as he controlled the tempo and hit several important shots down the stretch. This result had significant implications for the CBA league table, especially in the crowded middle of the standings. For the Ningbo Dingwo, the away win provided a vital boost in their pursuit of a playoff spot, moving them up several positions. For the Nanjing Monkey Kings, the heartbreaking home loss was a missed opportunity to gain ground, leaving them to analyze the late-game execution that cost them the match. The Ningbo head coach praised his team's resilience in a post-game interview, stating, "We knew it would be a fight here, and the guys showed tremendous composure to finish the job." Conversely, the Nanjing coach focused on the learning experience, saying, "We put ourselves in a position to win, but we have to be smarter in crunch time. We'll grow from this."