The New Taipei Kings edged out the Taiwan Beer Leopards in a dramatic 104–102 victory on May 15, 2026, in a high-intensity China Taipei Professional Basketball League clash. The game, played before a raucous home crowd, came down to the final possession and showcased the kind of playoff-caliber intensity that has defined the league this season.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams traded baskets in a fast-paced contest. The Kings built an early 10-point lead in the second quarter, but the Leopards responded with a 15–4 run to tie the game at halftime. The third quarter saw the Leopards take control behind sharp three-point shooting, pushing their lead to eight points late in the period. However, the Kings rallied in the fourth, using a stifling full-court press and timely offensive rebounds to claw back into the game.

Key Moments

• Fourth-quarter surge: Down 88–82 with six minutes left, the Kings went on a 12–2 run, capped by a steal and fast-break dunk from point guard Jeremy Lin Jr., giving New Taipei a 94–90 lead.
• Clutch free throws: With 18 seconds remaining and the Kings leading 102–100, center DeAndre Williams drew a foul and made both free throws to extend the lead to four.
• Leopards’ last stand: Taiwan Beer’s shooting guard, Marcus Keene, hit a tough step-back three with 3.2 seconds left to cut the deficit to 104–102. But a desperate half-court heave from the Kings after a timeout fell short, securing the win.

Standout Players

New Taipei Kings: Kenny Manigan led all scorers with 28 points on 11-of-18 shooting, adding 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Jeremy Lin Jr. contributed 22 points, 9 assists, and 3 steals, orchestrating the offense in the critical final minutes. Center DeAndre Williams posted a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, including 5 offensive boards that generated second-chance points.

Taiwan Beer Leopards: Marcus Keene poured in 27 points, including 5 three-pointers, and dished out 6 assists. Forward John Fields added 20 points and 10 rebounds, while point guard Chen Ying-chun chipped in 16 points and 8 assists. The Leopards shot 48% from the field but were undone by 14 turnovers that led to 19 Kings points.

Season Impact

The victory improved the Kings’ record to 18–10, keeping them firmly in the top three of the China Taipei Professional Basketball League standings. The Leopards dropped to 16–12, falling to fifth place, but remain within striking distance of a playoff berth. With both teams battling for positioning, this win could prove crucial in determining home-court advantage for the postseason.