Guangzhou 86 – 62 Jiangmen | Guangdong Basketball Association

On the evening of May 16, 2026, the Guangdong Basketball Association witnessed a commanding home victory as Guangzhou dismantled Jiangmen 86-62 at the Guangzhou Sports Arena. The home side established control early and never relented, securing a dominant win that reinforced their status as a title contender in the regional league.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Guangzhou set a blistering pace, capitalizing on fast-break opportunities and aggressive defensive rotations. By the end of the first quarter, they had built a 14-point lead that proved insurmountable. Jiangmen struggled to find rhythm against Guangzhou’s full-court press and committed 18 turnovers that translated directly into 22 points for the home team.

Key Moments

• First-quarter surge: Guangzhou opened with a 10-0 run, silencing the visiting bench and setting the tone for the night.
• Mid-game dominance: The home team extended the lead to 28 points late in the third quarter, effectively ending any chance of a Jiangmen comeback.
• Bench contribution: Guangzhou’s reserves outscored Jiangmen’s second unit 32-18, showcasing depth that will be crucial in the playoffs.

Standout Performers

Guangzhou’s star guard Li Wei led all scorers with 24 points, shooting 9-of-14 from the field and adding 6 assists. Center Chen Ming controlled the paint with 12 rebounds and 3 blocks, while small forward Zhang Hao chipped in 16 points and 5 steals. For Jiangmen, forward Xu Lin managed 15 points and 9 rebounds in a losing effort, but the team lacked consistent offensive support beyond him.

Season Impact

The victory moves Guangzhou into second place in the Guangdong Basketball Association standings with a 7-2 record, just one game behind the league leaders. Jiangmen, now 3-6, faces an uphill battle to remain in playoff contention. Next up for Guangzhou is a road trip against Shenzhen, while Jiangmen returns home to host Foshan.