The Naic Aces edged out the Qingdao Eagles Reserves in a thrilling 108–105 contest on June 25, 2026, in a matchup that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. The game, part of The Asian Tournament, showcased high-level offensive execution and late-game drama, with the Aces ultimately prevailing on their home court.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams traded baskets in a fast-paced affair. The Aces leaned on their perimeter shooting and transition offense, while the Eagles Reserves relied on disciplined half-court sets and interior scoring. By halftime, Naic held a narrow 55–52 lead, but the second half turned into a back-and-forth battle. The Eagles Reserves mounted several runs, tying the game at 95–95 with three minutes remaining. However, clutch free throws and a critical defensive stop in the final seconds sealed the 108–105 victory for Naic.

Key Moments

• Early Momentum: The Aces opened with a 10–2 run, forcing an early Eagles timeout.
• Second-Quarter Surge: Qingdao answered with a 14–0 run in the second quarter, taking a 40–36 lead before Naic regained control.
• Fourth-Quarter Drama: With the score tied at 100, Naic guard drilled a step-back three-pointer with 45 seconds left, putting the Aces ahead for good.
• Final Stand: On the Eagles’ last possession, a contested three-point attempt rimmed out, and the Aces secured the rebound and the win.

Standout Players

Naic Aces: The home team’s leading scorer poured in 32 points on 12-of-20 shooting, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc. The point guard added 8 assists and 5 rebounds, orchestrating the offense effectively. The Aces’ bench contributed 28 crucial points, providing energy and depth.

Qingdao Eagles Reserves: The visitors’ top performer recorded a double-double with 27 points and 11 rebounds, dominating the paint. Their shooting guard also chipped in 24 points, hitting 5 three-pointers. Despite the loss, the Reserves showed resilience and nearly stole a road victory.

Tactical Story

The Aces succeeded by pushing the pace and exploiting mismatches on the wings. They shot 52% from the field and 38% from three-point range, while forcing 14 turnovers that led to 19 fast-break points. Defensively, Naic mixed man-to-man with a zone that disrupted Qingdao’s rhythm in the middle quarters. The Eagles Reserves countered with strong offensive rebounding (13 offensive boards) and efficient free-throw shooting (85%), but they were unable to contain Naic’s late-game execution. Turnovers in the final two minutes proved costly for the reserves.

Impact on the Tournament

The win improved the Naic Aces’ record in The Asian Tournament, keeping them in contention for a top playoff seed. The Qingdao Eagles Reserves, meanwhile, dropped a winnable game but remain a dangerous opponent, especially if they can build consistency in close contests. The result also highlighted the depth and competitiveness of the league, where any team can win on any given night.

Both teams will look to build on the lessons from this tightly contested matchup as the tournament season progresses.