Match Report: Shenzhen Makeboluo Reserves edge out Vanta Black Dragons in Asian Tournament thriller

In a tightly contested encounter at the Asian Tournament on June 28, 2026, the Shenzhen Makeboluo Reserves defeated the Vanta Black Dragons 88–84. The match, which tipped off at 18:00 local time, saw the Reserves stage a strong second-half comeback to overturn a first-quarter deficit and seal a hard-fought victory in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the contest with contrasting styles. The Vanta Black Dragons relied on their trademark fast-break offense and aggressive perimeter shooting, while the Shenzhen Makeboluo Reserves leaned on disciplined half-court sets and suffocating interior defense. The first quarter belonged to the Dragons, who jumped out to a 26–18 lead behind sharp shooting from beyond the arc. However, the Reserves gradually tightened their defensive rotations and began to control the tempo in the second quarter.

Key Moments

• Second-quarter turnaround: The Reserves outscored the Dragons 24–17 in the second period to cut the halftime deficit to just one point (43–42).
• Third-quarter surge: Shenzhen’s bench provided a spark in the third quarter, with back-to-back three-pointers giving the Reserves their first lead of the game (62–58) heading into the final frame.
• Clutch free throws: With under 30 seconds remaining and the Dragons trailing 86–84, the Reserves’ point guard calmly sank two free throws to ice the game.

Standout Performances

The Vanta Black Dragons were led by their star guard, who finished with a game-high 27 points on 10-of-20 shooting, including five three-pointers. However, the Dragons struggled to contain the Reserves’ balanced attack. Shenzhen’s frontcourt duo combined for 38 points and 18 rebounds, with the center posting a double-double (18 points, 12 rebounds) and the power forward adding 20 points. The Reserves also forced 14 turnovers, converting them into 19 points on the other end.

Match Implications

The victory keeps the Shenzhen Makeboluo Reserves in playoff contention within the Asian Tournament standings, improving their record to 5–3. For the Vanta Black Dragons, the loss drops them to 4–4, placing increased pressure on upcoming fixtures. The head-to-head result could prove crucial in tiebreaker scenarios as the regular season approaches its halfway point.