The Shenzhen Leopards delivered a commanding performance on May 7, 2026, defeating the Zhejiang Golden Bulls 108–95 at the Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre. The win strengthened Shenzhen’s hold on a top-four playoff seed, while Zhejiang suffered a setback in their quest for a higher position in the CBA standings.

Match Overview

Tip-off at 20:00 local time saw the Leopards explode out of the gates, building a 34–22 lead by the end of the first quarter. Shenzhen’s high-tempo offense, led by guard Hai Jing, kept the pressure on Zhejiang’s defense throughout the night. The Golden Bulls fought back in the second half, cutting the deficit to single digits, but Shenzhen’s depth and three-point shooting proved too much to overcome.

Key Moments

• First Quarter: Shenzhen shot 60% from the field, with forward Gu Quan scoring 11 points in the period.
• Third Quarter: Zhejiang’s Wu Qian caught fire, scoring 12 points in the frame to pull the Golden Bulls within 80–72.
• Fourth Quarter: The Leopards responded with a 15–4 run, capped by a thunderous dunk from Shen Zhaojie, to seal the 108–95 victory.

Standout Players

Hai Jing (Shenzhen): The point guard recorded a double-double with 24 points and 11 assists, controlling the tempo and finding open teammates all night.

Gu Quan (Shenzhen): The veteran forward added 22 points and 8 rebounds, including four three-pointers that kept Zhejiang’s defense spread.

Wu Qian (Zhejiang): The Golden Bulls’ shooting guard led his team with 29 points and 5 assists, but lacked consistent support from his teammates.

Impact on the Season

Shenzhen’s victory improves their record to 34–12, keeping them firmly in the top tier of the CBA standings. The Leopards now hold a two-game lead over fifth place, positioning themselves well for home-court advantage in the first playoff round. For Zhejiang Golden Bulls, the loss drops them to 29–17, putting pressure on the team to bounce back quickly in the remaining games of the regular season.

The 108–95 scoreline highlights Shenzhen’s offensive firepower and defensive resilience, making them a dangerous contender as the CBA playoffs approach.