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128
Odds
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Standings
Prediction
Team
Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Total
Xinjiang Flying Tigers
25
17
23
17
82
Jilin Northeast Tigers
21
29
19
20
89
Xinjiang Flying Tigers
Jilin Northeast Tigers
2 points
21
23
3 points
8
11
Free Throws
16
10
Free Throws Rate
TO72%
83%TO
Foul
30
02
Ended82 - 89
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Match Info
In a crucial late-season Chinese Basketball Association clash, the Jilin Northeast Tigers secured a hard-fought 82-89 road victory over the Xinjiang Flying Tigers on the evening of March 13, 2026. The result served as a significant upset, with the visiting Tigers overcoming a hostile environment to hand Xinjiang a damaging home defeat that could impact playoff seeding.
The match was a defensive battle from the outset, with both teams struggling to find consistent offensive rhythm. Jilin managed to carve out a narrow lead by halftime through disciplined team play and effective perimeter shooting. Xinjiang, known for their physicality inside, fought back in the third quarter, closing the gap with a series of aggressive drives to the basket. However, the decisive run came in the final period. With the score tight, Jilin’s guards executed a flawless pick-and-roll offense, creating open looks that they consistently knocked down. A critical three-pointer with under two minutes to go extended their lead to seven points, a margin Xinjiang could not overcome despite frantic attempts in the closing seconds.
A key focus point was the containment of Xinjiang’s star domestic player, who was held well below his season scoring average by Jilin’s swarming defense. Conversely, Jilin’s import player delivered a standout performance, contributing a double-double and hitting several clutch shots down the stretch to seal the win. The victory sees Jilin solidify their position in the middle of the CBA standings, boosting their confidence for the final playoff push. For Xinjiang, this unexpected home loss is a setback in their quest for a higher seed and home-court advantage in the postseason. Post-match, the Jilin coach praised his team’s resilience, stating, "To come into this arena and get a win shows the character of this group. We stuck to our game plan for forty minutes." The Xinjiang manager acknowledged the offensive struggles, saying, "We didn’t shoot the ball well tonight. Credit to Jilin’s defense, but we have to be better."


