The Beijing Shougang Ducks produced a statement performance at home on October 25, 2026, overwhelming the Guangzhou Loong Lions 117-73 in Chinese Basketball Association action. The Ducks were in control from the first quarter and turned the game into a one-sided contest well before the final buzzer.

Beijing led 61-37 at halftime after a dominant opening two periods. The Ducks won the first quarter 30-19 and the second 31-18, then kept their foot on the gas with 28 points in each of the final two periods. Guangzhou never found a way to slow Beijing’s offense or solve the defensive pressure in front of them.

Ducks set the tone from the opening tip

Beijing came out with energy and intent, moving the ball quickly and attacking the paint with purpose. When Guangzhou collapsed on drivers, the Ducks found open shooters; when the defense stayed home, Beijing’s guards finished at the rim. That balance made the home side extremely difficult to guard.

The quarter-by-quarter line read 30-19, 31-18, 28-17 and 28-19. Every period belonged to Beijing, and the margin continued to grow as the game wore on. Guangzhou’s offense had brief moments of rhythm but could not match the Ducks’ pace or efficiency.

Tactical story: depth and defensive pressure

• Ball movement: Beijing created high-percentage looks by moving the ball side to side and finding the extra pass.
• Defensive pressure: The Ducks forced Guangzhou into rushed decisions and contested shots.
• Bench impact: Beijing’s reserves maintained the intensity, showing the depth that makes the Ducks a difficult matchup.
• Transition edge: The home side repeatedly turned stops into quick points, breaking the game open.

Standout performers

Beijing’s performance was built on collective production rather than a single dominant scoring night. The backcourt controlled tempo and distributed the ball effectively, while the frontcourt dominated the boards and protected the rim. Several players reached double figures, reflecting the Ducks’ balanced attack.

Guangzhou’s bright spots came from individual drives and occasional perimeter makes, but the Loong Lions could not sustain anything against Beijing’s pressure. The visitors were outrebounded and outrun for long stretches, and the margin allowed Beijing to rotate freely in the second half.

Season impact for both sides

The 117-73 result gives Beijing Shougang Ducks a major home win and a strong boost to their regular-season standing. It also sends a clear message about their offensive ceiling and depth. Guangzhou will need to regroup quickly, particularly on defense and on the defensive glass, before the next CBA fixture.

For Beijing, the challenge now is consistency. A win of this size can build momentum, but the Ducks will be judged on whether they can reproduce the same energy and execution in tighter games. On this night, however, they were thoroughly dominant from start to finish.