On May 10, 2026, the 2025-2026 CBA playoffs quarterfinal continued with Shanxi Fenjiu hosting Zhejiang ZheShang Securities at home. The two teams have faced each other 54 times in history, with Shanxi holding a 20-34 record. In this postseason, they met once before, with Shanxi winning. From the opening tip, the game was fiercely contested, with both sides trading baskets. Shanxi struggled to make decisive plays on offense, while their defense effectively contained key opponents. However, as fatigue set in during the second half, their rebounding faltered, costing them crucial possessions and ultimately the game. The final score was 81-86, a disappointing loss for the home team.
The series is now tied 1-1, setting the stage for an even more intense and challenging next game. Shanxi’s players must regroup, learn from their mistakes, and continue fighting with the same relentless spirit as they prepare for the next challenge.
The starting lineup for Shanxi: Nate, Jia Mingru, Yumiti, Faye, Ge Zhaobao.
The game began with Ge Zhaobao hitting a three-pointer to open the scoring. Zhu Junlong responded from beyond the arc, and Sampson scored on a jumper. Faye added a hook shot, as both teams engaged in an intense battle early on. Hu Jinqiu scored on a layup, and Zhang Ning countered with a three-pointer. The Guangsha (Zhejiang) team then went on a scoring run, but Zhang Ning and Jiao Hailong each hit threes to trim the deficit. Tucker also connected from deep, and the first quarter ended with Shanxi trailing 21-25.
In the second quarter, Diallo started with a strong and-one play. Brown hit a three-pointer, and Diallo and Faye each threw down dunks. Midway through the quarter, Shanxi’s offense stalled, allowing Guangsha to build a lead, prompting a timeout. Coming out of the break, Faye scored on a layup, and Zhao Jiaren and Jia Mingru traded threes. Ge Zhaobao made two free throws to stop the bleeding. As the half wound down, Nicks hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer, leaving Shanxi down 41-46 at intermission.
After the break, Ge Zhaobao opened the third quarter with a mid-range jumper. Both teams tightened defensively, causing shooting percentages to drop, and scoring came primarily from free throws. Diallo and Zhao Jiaren each scored on layups, followed by a Tucker layup and four consecutive points in the paint from Liu Chuanxing. Diallo then finished a fast-break layup, and after three quarters, Shanxi trailed 55-58.
In the final period, Zhu Junlong opened with a three-pointer, and Zhang Ning answered from downtown. Liu Chuanxing continued to score inside, but Hu Jinqiu scored four straight points, forcing another Shanxi timeout. Returning, Ge Zhaobao hit a mid-range jumper, and Jiao Hailong scored consecutive baskets in the paint. Late in the quarter, Zhang Ning and Jia Mingru kept the pressure on from three-point range. Diallo made all five free throws in a critical moment, but Shanxi could not capitalize on their final opportunities. The game ended with Shanxi falling 81-86.
Key individual performances:
– Diallo: 16 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists
– Ge Zhaobao: 13 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists
– Zhang Ning: 13 points
– Jiao Hailong: 10 points, 2 assists
– Nicks: 8 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists
The series continues with Game 3 on May 13 at 19:35, as Zhejiang ZheShang Securities host Shanxi Fenjiu. Broadcast details will be announced.