Xigong Heat defeated the Nha Trang Dolphins 93-84 in an entertaining Vietnam VBA clash on July 5, 2026. The high-scoring affair saw the Heat use a powerful third-quarter surge to overcome a determined Dolphins side at home.

Fast-Paced Contest

Both teams came out firing, combining for 50 points in the first quarter alone. Xigong Heat relied on their explosive backcourt, while Nha Trang Dolphins answered with efficient inside scoring. The game remained close through the first half, with the Heat holding a slim 48-44 lead at the break.

Second Half Breakthrough

The Heat turned up the defensive pressure after halftime, forcing six turnovers in the third quarter that led to 12 fast-break points. A 14-2 run to start the third stretched the lead to 62-46, and the Dolphins never recovered fully. Despite a late push from Nha Trang that cut the margin to 7 points, Xigong Heat maintained control behind balanced scoring and strong rebounding.

Standout Players

• Xigong Heat: Point guard Johnathan Carter posted a double-double with 27 points and 10 assists, along with 4 steals. Power forward Minh Tran added 22 points and 8 rebounds. The Heat shot 52% from the field.
• Nha Trang Dolphins: Import Michael Johnson led all scorers with 31 points on 13-of-20 shooting, plus 7 rebounds. Guard Lê Văn Hải chipped in 18 points and 6 assists in the losing effort.

Key Statistics

• Points in the paint: Xigong 44, Nha Trang 36.
• Three-point shooting: Xigong 10-of-24 (41.7%), Nha Trang 7-of-22 (31.8%).
• Turnovers: Xigong 12, Nha Trang 16.

Standings Implications

The win improves Xigong Heat's record to 6-4, moving them into third place in the VBA standings. Nha Trang Dolphins fall to 4-6, now tied for fifth. The Heat will look to build momentum in their next matchup against the Saigon Sharks.