Changsha Yongsheng vs Hong Kong Golden Bulls Preview: A Clash of Titans as Golden Bulls Seek Revenge—Jones Showdown with Marić

On July 25 at 7:30 PM, the NBL regular season continues with Changsha Baytian Yongsheng hosting Hong Kong Golden Bulls.

This is a clash of titans, with Hong Kong Golden Bulls at the top of the league with 14 wins and 2 losses, while Changsha Baytian Yongsheng stands third with an 11-5 record. The Golden Bulls average 101.9 points per game, ranking second in the league, and concede an average of 87.9 points, also ranking second, with an average winning margin of 14 points, leading the league. Changsha Baytian Yongsheng averages 96.9 points per game, placing third in the league, but concedes only 86.4 points on average, leading the league in defense, with an average winning margin of 10.5 points, ranking third in the league.

In their last match, the Golden Bulls narrowly defeated Wuhan Kunpeng away from home, avoiding their first consecutive losses this season. Zhu Songwei had his strongest performance of the season, scoring a season-high 26 points. Jones is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 23.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game, having scored 47 points in a single game this season. Jordan Walker averages 18.9 points per game, with exceptional scoring potential. Big man Oliver averages 15.9 points and 12 rebounds per game but has missed several consecutive games and may continue to be absent for this one.

Among domestic players, Zhu Songwei is the leading scorer, averaging 13.2 points and 2.8 rebounds per game, with his driving ability and impact among the best in the league. Liu Chuanxing averages 10.6 points and 7.6 rebounds per game, supporting the team’s frontcourt when Oliver is unavailable. Diao Zhanwang averages 8.5 points per game, and with Dong Jian, Hou Tianyi, and others, the Golden Bulls have excellent roster depth.

Changsha Baytian Yongsheng has been in great form recently, winning six consecutive matches before a big victory over Guangxi Weizhuang last round. Changsha has three powerful foreign players, with Marić as the leading scorer, averaging 25.4 points and 11.2 rebounds per game, capable of both inside and outside play, ranking sixth in the league in scoring. His showdown with Jones could well decide the outcome of the game. Small forward Fotson averages 18.4 points and 5.9 assists per game, having played for multiple CBA teams. Another foreign player is Korean player Oh Se-keun, who joined the team recently and has played three games, averaging 13 points and 6.7 rebounds per game. In comparison, Changsha’s domestic players are less impactful, with Deng Yuxin as the highest scorer at just 8.4 points per game, making the performance of the foreign players crucial.

The two teams have met twice this season. In their first encounter, the Golden Bulls won a close game at home 91-87 against Changsha. However, in their second meeting, the Golden Bulls lost 88-99 away to Changsha, suffering their first loss of the season, which was also their worst defeat. In that game, Changsha’s three foreign players combined for 62 points, with Marić scoring 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 5 assists alone. If Oliver cannot return, the Golden Bulls will face a significant challenge in defending their paint in this match, making revenge a tough task.

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