The Taoyuan Pilots edged the Tainan TSG GhostHawks 93‑89 in a tightly contested P. League+ encounter on May 16, 2026. Played at Taoyuan Arena, the game featured multiple lead changes and was decided in the final minute by crucial free‑throw shooting from the Pilots.

Match Overview

Both teams came out with high intensity. The first half was a back‑and‑forth battle, with Taoyuan holding a slim 47‑45 lead at the break. The third quarter saw the GhostHawks take a 68‑65 advantage, but the Pilots responded with a 10‑2 run early in the fourth. From there, the game remained within a single possession until the final buzzer. With 15 seconds left and Taoyuan leading 91‑89, Pilots guard Wei‑Chieh Lin stole an inbound pass and was fouled, sinking both free throws to seal the win.

Key Moments

• Clutch Defense: The Pilots forced three turnovers in the last two minutes, disrupting Tainan’s offensive rhythm.
• Free‑Throw Accuracy: Taoyuan shot 22‑of‑26 from the line (84.6%) compared to Tainan’s 14‑of‑20 (70%).
• Fouling Out of Key Player: GhostHawks center Michael Chen fouled out with 3:21 remaining, leaving a gap in Tainan’s interior defense.

Standout Players

Pilots forward Chun‑Yi Hsu led all scorers with 27 points, including 8 in the fourth quarter. Point guard Wei‑Chieh Lin contributed 14 points, 9 assists, and the game‑clinching steal. For the GhostHawks, guard Kyle Wang had 24 points and 7 rebounds, while Brent Su added a double‑double (12 points, 14 rebounds).

Impact on the Season

The win improved Taoyuan’s record to 10‑8, keeping them in playoff contention in the P. League+. Tainan dropped to 7‑11, but remain within striking distance of the top four. Both teams will look to build on this competitive performance in their next outings.