The Dalian Women put on an offensive clinic at home, routing the Fujian Jinlan Women 97–78 in a China Women's National Championship Basketball fixture on July 17, 2026. The victory kept Dalian’s title hopes alive and highlighted their depth, while Fujian will need to regroup after a heavy defeat on the road.

Match Flow

From the opening tip, Dalian dictated the tempo, pushing the ball in transition and converting efficiently from beyond the arc. Fujian tried to counter with interior scoring, but Dalian’s frontcourt dominated the boards, limiting second‑chance opportunities for the visitors.

The first half ended 58–40 in Dalian’s favour, and although Fujian made a brief push in the third quarter, they never got closer than 14 points. Dalian’s bench contributed 34 points, a key factor in the lopsided scoreline.

Key Performers

• Dalian’s Star Guard: Led all scorers with 28 points, including six three‑pointers, and added seven assists.
• Fujian’s Center: Finished with 20 points and 10 rebounds in a losing effort, battling hard under the rim.

Turning Point

A 13–0 run late in the second quarter, sparked by Dalian’s full‑court press, effectively put the game out of reach. Fujian’s turnover count climbed to 19 by game’s end, a statistic that ultimately defined the contest.

Standings Context

With this win, Dalian improved to a 12–4 record, cementing third place in the league standings. Fujian dropped to 7–9 and now sit in eighth, needing a strong run to stay in playoff contention.