Golden Bulls Charge Ahead: Southorn Secures Thrilling 2-1 Lead Over Anhui Wen in NBL Finals
Golden Bulls Secure Crucial Win Against Anhui Wenyi in NBL Finals
The Golden Bulls have tied the NBL finals series 2-1 after defeating Anhui Wenyi 84-75 in a thrilling match. The team’s American foreign aid, Dominic Jones, played a crucial role in the win, scoring 13 points in the final quarter to lead the Golden Bulls to victory.
The game started with the Golden Bulls taking an early lead, but Anhui Wenyi quickly fought back, with forward Yang Wenbo scoring 6 points to give his team a 23-15 lead in the first quarter. The Golden Bulls made adjustments in the second quarter, giving Hong Kong player Yang Ruiqi more playing opportunities, but the team’s shooting percentage remained low, and they trailed 36-48 at halftime.
In the third quarter, Anhui Wenyi launched a 10-2 offensive, opening up a 22-point lead. However, the Golden Bulls fought back, with foreign aid Lang Numaji scoring 5 points in a row to narrow the gap to 22 points. The team’s efforts paid off, and they entered the fourth quarter trailing by only 8 points.
The final quarter saw the Golden Bulls come alive, with Dominic Jones regaining his form and scoring 13 points to lead the team to victory. The team’s pressure on the opponent’s defense also paid off, allowing them to score 24 points in the quarter and secure the win.
Golden Bulls coach Xie Libin praised the team’s efforts, saying, “Thank you to the Hong Kong fans. It was their cheering and cheering that gave us a chance to fight back.” He also emphasized the importance of staying calm and focused, saying, “Whether it is home or away, we need to calm down and strive to win the finals.”
Anhui Wenyi head coach Li Jun acknowledged that his team experienced a “power outage” on the offensive end but praised the players’ outside shooting, rebounding, and defense. He reiterated that “the game is not over yet” and expressed confidence in his team’s ability to bounce back.
Key Players:
- Dominic Jones (Golden Bulls): 13 points in the final quarter
- Lang Numaji (Golden Bulls): 5 points in a row in the third quarter
- Yang Wenbo (Anhui Wenyi): 6 points in the first quarter
Next Match:
The fourth match of the NBL finals series will be played at Southorn’s home court, with the Golden Bulls looking to take a 3-1 lead in the series.
