Chaozhou Edges Shanwei 78-76 in a Last-Second Thriller

The Guangdong Basketball Association served up another nail-biter on May 10, 2026, as Chaozhou escaped Shanwei with a narrow 78-76 victory. A buzzer-beating layup by Chaozhou's point guard Wang Zhan sealed the win in a game that featured nine lead changes.

Shanwei started strong, using a fast-paced offense to build an 11-point lead in the first half. But Chaozhou's bench provided a spark in the second quarter, cutting the deficit to four at halftime. The third quarter saw Chaozhou take their first lead, setting up a tense final frame.

Decisive Final Minute

With the score tied at 76 and 15 seconds remaining, Shanwei had a chance to hold for the last shot. However, Chaozhou's defense forced a tough pass that was intercepted by Wang Zhan, who raced the length of the court and scored the game-winning layup as time expired. The home crowd fell silent as Chaozhou celebrated.

Top Contributors

• Wang Zhan (Chaozhou): 20 points, 5 rebounds, and the game-winning steal and basket.
• Chen Xuan (Chaozhou): Provided a spark off the bench with 14 points and 6 assists.
• Zhao Feng (Shanwei): A team-high 22 points, but his late turnover proved costly.

Playoff Implications

Chaozhou's victory keeps them in the hunt for a postseason berth in the Guangdong Basketball Association. Shanwei, meanwhile, will rue the missed opportunity as they slip further down the standings.