The CBA standings are becoming increasingly chaotic as the second phase draws to a close, marking the final stages of the CBA's 24-25 season regular season. The competition for rankings has intensified, with teams delivering outstanding performances for better records, leading to frequent upsets and constantly changing standings, which can be described as chaotic. In summary, the ranking situation in the CBA can be summarized as follows: a gap of only 1.5 games, with 5 teams vying for the top 4 spots; Guangdong is making a push for the top 8, and the 12th spot is once again shrouded in suspense!
The competition in the CBA has become more intense, but the Guangsha team is playing better and better, winning an impressive eight consecutive victories, achieving a record of 27 wins and 4 losses, giving them a 3.5-game lead over the second-placed Shanxi team. Based on their current form, even if they start rotating their players later in the season, their first-place position seems secure!
Shanxi ranks second, but their advantage is not significant, leading Shandong by 1.5 games despite having played one fewer game. However, if they give it their all in the remaining matches, they still have a good chance of securing the second spot! The competition for the third and fourth places is very fierce!
With just a 1.5-game difference, five teams are fighting for the top four spots!
Currently, Shandong has achieved a record of 21 wins and 9 losses, placing them third. Qingdao is fourth with 21 wins and 10 losses, Liaoning is fifth with 21 wins and 10 losses, Xinjiang is sixth with 21 wins and 9 losses, and Beijing is ninth with 20 wins and 10 losses. The gap between these five teams is only 1.5 games, and they all have a chance to make it into the top four and secure a bye in the first round of the playoffs!
Five teams are competing for two top-four spots, but who has the better chance? Shandong currently leads in terms of record, but their advantage is not substantial. Moreover, in their upcoming schedule, they will face Beijing twice and play against Shanxi, Xinjiang, and Liaoning. These five matches are crucial, and if they can win three of them, securing a top-four finish should not be a major issue!
Beijing and Xinjiang also have a chance, but both teams have many problems! Xinjiang has been inconsistent, with their performance fluctuating, lacking stability. The good news is that Zhao Rui and A Bu Du have returned, making the team's lineup complete. If they can maintain consistency, they have a high chance of finishing in the top four! On the other hand, Beijing has been plagued by too many injuries, with Zeng Fanbo, Chen Yingjun, and Zhou Qi all sidelined, causing a noticeable decline in the team's performance. If the team cannot overcome their injury woes, they will not only struggle to compete for a top-four spot, but their current ranking may also slip!
Qingdao has been a dark horse, performing quite well, but the team lacks depth and experience, making it difficult for them to break into the top four! Liaoning's recent performance has also been inconsistent, especially without Zhang Zhenlin, as the team's frontcourt is missing a core player, significantly reducing their offensive and defensive capabilities and lowering their ceiling. It will be challenging for them to make it into the top four this season!
Guangdong has made it into the top 8!
This season, Guangdong struggled due to poor foreign player choices and a lack of continuity among their domestic players, resulting in a noticeable decline in performance, even putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. However, Guangdong has found their form, winning seven consecutive games and securing a record of 20 wins and 11 losses, propelling them into the top 8!
Guangdong's entry into the top 8 is indeed something to celebrate, and their progress is evident. However, they must not let their guard down! Their lead is not substantial, with Beijing even having a higher win rate. Shanghai is also closely watching from behind, so the team needs to work hard to maintain their ranking! Of course, the gap between Guangdong and the teams ahead of them is not large either. If they can continue their current momentum, breaking into the top four is not out of the question!
Beikong currently has 16 wins and 14 losses, temporarily ranking tenth in the league. They do not have much room to climb higher, nor do they have significant concerns about making the playoffs. They are likely to enter the playoffs at the eleventh spot! Shanghai, with a record of 17 wins and 11 losses, is temporarily ranked twelfth, but their actual ranking should be tenth, and they have the potential to move up, depending on their future performance. As for the twelfth spot, there is still suspense at the last moment.
The twelfth spot in the league is once again shrouded in suspense!
Tongxi performed well this season, originally securing a playoff spot, but unexpectedly, their performance declined significantly in the second half of the regular season. To date, their win rate has dropped below 50%, leaving them with only 15 wins and 16 losses, and their performance continues to deteriorate, giving opportunities to the teams behind them!
Jilin currently ranks thirteenth with 11 wins and 20 losses, trailing Tongxi by four games. Although the gap is not small, the return of their key player Jones has significantly improved the team's performance, giving them confidence to chase after Tongxi. If Tongxi continues to perform poorly, Jilin still has a chance to make the playoffs!
Shenzhen has a record of 10 wins and 21 losses, trailing Tongxi by five games, which is the worst among the three teams. However, the team has been performing exceptionally well recently, with everyone contributing and demonstrating strong fighting spirit. If they can maintain this momentum, they have the opportunity to surpass Jilin and Tongxi consecutively and catch the last train to the playoffs!
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