We've got quite the showdown as the Xinjiang Flying Tigers take a trip to the Shanghai Sharks' den. The Tigers seem to hold the edge here, backed by players like QJ Peterson, notably averaging 15.0 points per game last month, Lin Qi with an average of 17 points, and Yanzhe Li adding depth with 12 points per game. They're skywalking alright, but even with stellar players, they've been on a bit of roller coaster ride with their recent results; it's like watching a cat trying to paddle a canoe.
On the other hand, the Sharks aren't just floating around; they're packing heat. I mean, have you seen Kenneth Lofton Jr. recently? Guy averaged a whopping 24 points per game last month! And let's not forget Eric Bledsoe and Zhelin Wang adding fuel, contributing massively with their stats. Noticeably, Daryl Macon's performance last season was notable with 18.9 points per game, which can't be ignored. Their recent results may have been a mixed bag, but the Sharks are certainly prepared to make a splash.
Weighing in the Teams' history, the Flying Tigers seem to have had the upper hand in most previous face-offs. However, considering the Sharks' relatively superior form recently and their star player's performances, the scales might tip over a bit. You know what they say—the bigger they are, the harder they fall. And the Sharks may just be the David to the Goliath of the Flying Tigers tonight.
Albert’s Prediction: Shanghai Sharks by 4