Zhejiang Guangsha Lions by 7
This Ducks vs Lions match-up is guaranteed to be a sure-fire thriller, folks. The Beijing Ducks are waddling their way into Zhejiang territory leading the series 1-0, and they're playing with a purpose. The Ducks’ talisman Eugene German has been a real spectacle with an average of 22.2 points per game this playoffs
Now take a look at those Zhejiang Guangsha Lions. They aren't the ones to be taken lightly, despite being down in the series. They've got Barry Brown who’s been pouring buckets with an impressive 25.8 points per game in the playoffs and Jinqiu Hu, a rebounding machine gulping in 8.0 rebounds per game.
Let's talk about history for a second. In their recently past encounters, the pendulum has swung towards both ends, which doesn't exactly underline an absolute domination by either team.
Think about the recent results, and you'll notice, the Beijing Ducks are coming from a string of victories, their spirits soaring high. There's quite a contrasting picture over in the Lions’ den though, with their last game being a loss, albeit to the Ducks.
So where do they stand so far? The Ducks are positioned 3rd in the CBA, while the Lions are leading at the pole position. The Lions are obviously favored and hold an impressive regular season record. They might have lost the first game, but I'm a firm believer in the adage "the series hasn't started until the home team loses," so, look out for some retaliation from the Lions.
Albert’s Prediction: Zhejiang Guangsha Lions by 7.