Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Shandong Heroes by 20If we're looking at the basics of this matchup, here's the headline for you: Shandong Heroes are the favourites. They've shown their strength against Ningbo Rockets with their previous face-offs, and the numbers speak volumes. Past isn't prologue you say? Well, look at the recent form then. While Ningbo has been floundering like a fish out of water, Shandong has been putting the points on the board with some grit.
Ningbo Rockets don't make it any easier on themselves with their performance. Taking a glance at their key players: Jordan Howard, churning out an average of 31.5 points per game last month, and Munger Martion, bringing down an average of 12.5 rebounds - but they are up against some tough competition.
Shandong Heroes, this season, have a lineup that can give cold feet to even the toughest of opponents. Key contributors include Marquese Chriss, knocking down about 21.8 points per game and Shiyan Gao, rebounding strong with 5.8 per game last month. Jarmar Gulley's 16.0 points per game can't be overlooked, either.
Throwing a glance at the team standings, Shandong Heroes are flying high at 3rd spot, towering over Ningbo Rockets languishing down at 16th.
To add a little sucker punch to the gut of the hopeful Ningbo Rockets, let's talk about the Payout Data. Why? I hear you ask. Well, because it's what I do.
So looking at the blood and sweat on the court, and the cold hard stats on the sideline, we can conclude this isn't going to be a David vs Goliath story. Let's not kid ourselves - it's more like a Goliath vs. a slightly smaller Goliath's little toe.
Albert’s Prediction: Shandong Heroes by 20