In a nail-biter that came down to the final possession, Yueyang defeated Chenzhou 78–77 on May 10, 2026, in the Hunan Basketball Association. The home crowd roared as forward Zhang Wei hit a game-winning putback with 2.3 seconds left, capping a gritty defensive battle. Chenzhou had a chance to win but missed a contested three-pointer at the buzzer.

Low-Scoring First Half

Defense dominated the opening two quarters. Yueyang held Chenzhou to just 15 points in the first quarter, but the visitors responded by holding Yueyang to 14 in the second. At halftime, Yueyang led 34–31, with neither team shooting above 38 percent. The game was physical, with several players hitting the floor chasing loose balls.

Third Quarter: Momentum Swings

Chenzhou came out of the locker room with renewed energy, mounting a 10–2 run to take a 48–43 lead. Center Yang Tao anchored the defense with three blocks, while guard Lin Feng knocked down two three-pointers. Yueyang’s offense stalled, relying on isolation plays that often ended in contested jumpers. By the end of the third, Chenzhou led 59–55.

Clutch Finish

Yueyang refused to fold. In the fourth quarter, bench guard Liu Jian provided a spark with seven points, including a corner three that tied the game at 73 with three minutes left. The teams traded baskets, setting up the dramatic final sequence. With the score 77–76 in favor of Chenzhou, Yueyang point guard Zhou Tao drove into the lane, drew a double-team, and missed a layup. But Zhang Wei crashed the boards and tipped the ball in over two defenders for the lead. Chenzhou called timeout and advanced the ball, but Lin Feng’s step-back three rimmed out.

Key Performances

• Yueyang: Zhang Wei – 16 points, 11 rebounds (game-winning putback); Zhou Tao – 14 points, 8 assists.
• Chenzhou: Lin Feng – 20 points, 5 assists; Yang Tao – 12 points, 10 rebounds, 4 blocks.

What’s Next

Yueyang (2-2) heads to Loudi for a tough road test, while Chenzhou (1-3) will aim to bounce back against Zhuzhou at home.