CBA Clash: Shanghai Sharks Host Jiangsu Dragons in a Battle of Contrasting Fortunes, as Shanghai Aims to Extend Home Dominance Against a Struggling Jiangsu Team

Shanghai Sharks (3 wins, 2 losses, 6th) are set to host Jiangsu Dragons (1 win, 4 losses, bottom) in a CBA matchup. Shanghai is heavily favoured, with a predicted score of 102-91. Shanghai is coming off a dominant 97-77 victory against Zhejiang Golden Bulls. Four players scored in double figures, with Fogg contributing 21 points. Shanghai boasts a perfect home record, and Goodwin's average of 7.6 assists highlights their team play. Wang Zhelin anchors the inside game, and Fogg has shown improved form. The only absence for Shanghai is Li Tianrong, who is sidelined with an old wrist injury, slightly impacting the backcourt rotation. Jiangsu secured a narrow 88-84 win over Tianjin Pioneers, ending their losing streak. Pang Zhenglin scored a career-high 34 points, showcasing his status as a top-tier local player with an average of 22.8 points. Jales added 25 points and 13 rebounds. However, Jiangsu has struggled on the road, with only 2 wins in their last 10 away games. Their foreign players' performances have been inconsistent, and their defense has vulnerabilities, allowing an average of 93.2 points per game.