The calm before the storm shrouded the second battle between Shandong and Guangdong. The home team Guangdong faced Shandong in a match that was not only about the honor of the two teams but also tugged at the hearts of countless fans. On the Guangdong side, Hu Mingxuan had been out for a long time, and several players were unwell, but they gritted their teeth and vowed to fight for victory at home. The whistle blew, and both sides quickly entered the game, with the score rising alternately, creating a tense atmosphere that made it hard to breathe. At halftime, Shandong led 56-51, with Gaili performing outstandingly, contributing 20 points in a single quarter and leading the team to take the lead. The cheers from the audience rose and fell, seemingly heralding an exciting show to come. But no one expected that the real competition had just begun. In the third quarter, the situation changed dramatically as Huang Rongqi of Guangdong suddenly exploded, teaming up with Xu Jie to launch a 14-0 run, instantly overtaking the score. This wave of attacks surged like a tide, catching the previously leading Shandong off guard. Shandong's offense ended fruitlessly several times in a row, and their defense failed to effectively stop the scoring frenzy of the opponent. At this critical moment, foreign aid Chris lost control of his emotions and was penalized for a flagrant foul for elbowing Xu Jie, directly costing Shandong valuable points and rhythm. This incident not only changed the situation on the court but also forced coach Qiu Biao…