In the 18th round of the CBA regular season, three major upsets occurred that were as shocking as a sudden storm, leaving many fans stunned and sighing. The defeats of Guangsha, the comeback of Xinjiang, and the upset victory of Sichuan completely shattered the expected situation, causing many people to silently ask themselves, "Which CBA is this?" These matches were like a grand drama, with each act filled with twists and surprises.
First, let's talk about the match between Guangsha and Shenzhen, which was so devastating that it made viewers want to cover their eyes. Guangsha seemed to be in good form at the beginning, but soon the situation spiraled out of control, as if they had suddenly fallen into an endless abyss. Shenzhen's performance was simply insane, especially their advantage in rebounds, which could be described as "crushing." Throughout the game, Guangsha only managed to secure 30 rebounds, while Shenzhen grabbed a whopping 52! This huge disparity directly affected Guangsha's offense and defense. Most crucially, Guangsha's offensive end was unable to establish any rhythm, with players seemingly losing direction and being completely suppressed by Shenzhen. The defensive end was also in chaos, with no effective restrictions placed on Shenzhen's offense. Especially in the second and third quarters, Guangsha's defense completely collapsed, allowing Shenzhen to score 34-22 in the second quarter and 28-16 in the third, directly widening the point difference to 24. For a quarter of the game, Guangsha had almost no ability to fight back. The result of this match was catastrophic for Guangsha—not only did they lose the game, but they also lost their self-confidence, leading many fans to doubt whether Guangsha was really the strong team that had been highly anticipated.
Netizen A commented, "Guangsha's performance in this match was simply too tragic. They missed shots, lost rebounds, and their defense was virtually non-existent. I don't know how they managed to play like that. Every time I thought they might counterattack, they would be blown away by the opponent, as if constantly conceding points. Now I'm starting to wonder if they were playing against Shenzhen or their own mentality."
In another match, the contest between Xinjiang and Beikong also caused a sensation. Xinjiang has always been a traditional powerhouse in the CBA, and this season, they were seen by many as championship contenders. However, the outcome of this match was surprising—Xinjiang, who had once led, was turned around by Beikong and ultimately lost 101-102! Seeing this score, many fans would probably ask, "How could Xinjiang lose to Beikong?" At the start of the match, although Xinjiang did not completely overwhelm Beikong, they maintained control of the game. The turning point came when Xinjiang's center Li Yanzhe was sent off due to six fouls. Li Yanzhe's departure directly impacted Xinjiang's interior defense, allowing Beikong to launch a fierce counterattack and complete this astonishing comeback.
Netizen B commented, "This season, Xinjiang was everyone's favorite, but after this match, I'm really confused. It looked like they were going to win in the first three quarters, but then they completely fell apart in the fourth, especially with Li Yanzhe's fouls, which directly broke the balance of the match. If Xinjiang doesn't adjust their interior defense, future matches will be even harder, and I'm afraid they'll be overtaken by other teams."
Another equally astonishing match was Sichuan's upset victory over Jilin at home. Jilin's Jones scored 42 points and 10 assists throughout the match, maintaining his dominance and essentially becoming the core of Jilin's victory. However, Sichuan's Edmund single-handedly broke Jilin's winning streak, scoring 53 points and 9 assists, almost solely helping Sichuan achieve this stunning comeback. This match was exhilarating to watch, with Sichuan relying on Edmund's firepower to successfully suppress Jilin's Jones. Even when trailing, Sichuan did not give up but instead grew more courageous, especially in the critical fourth quarter, where Edmund became Sichuan's savior, dragging the match into a suspenseful situation with a flurry of points. Ultimately, Sichuan successfully took down Jilin with an absolute comeback stance.
Netizen C commented, "I really don't know what to say. Sichuan actually managed to upset Jilin. Edmund is simply a 'god of death'! He played so well that Jilin had almost no response. In the key moments, he almost carried the whole team. It seems like Jilin was caught off guard, even though Jones tried his best, he just couldn't turn the situation around. Sichuan played this match too well!"
The results of these matches have added fuel to the already exciting CBA season. Whether it's Guangsha's "disaster," Xinjiang's "comeback," or Sichuan's "upset," these unexpected outcomes all point to one issue—anything can happen on the CBA court, and no one can afford to be complacent. Looking at Guangsha's defeat, despite having a decent lineup, they must maintain stability and focus, especially on the defensive end, to withstand the opponent's attacks when facing strong teams. Xinjiang's loss reminds us that even strong teams can be "upset" at critical moments. Li Yanzhe's foul and subsequent departure is a vivid example of how details on the court and decisions at key moments can often determine the direction of the match. Sichuan's upset victory tells us that the uncertainty in CBA matches is too great, and any match can undergo drastic changes due to the outbreak of a single player.
Edmund's performance is almost legendary. His outstanding play not only boosted Sichuan's morale but also filled us with anticipation for other "dark horses" in the CBA. This round of CBA matches is not only a "surprise" for fans but also a wake-up call for the teams. Every match is full of uncertainty, and any team can become the protagonist of an upset. Whether they are past giants or current dark horses, on the court, no one dares to be careless.
