Shanxi Loongs – Key Statistics: Averaging approximately 94.4 points scored per game, with 88.6 points conceded, resulting in a scoring differential of +5.8. They have a three-point shooting percentage of about 32.5% and average around 17 turnovers per game (relatively high in the league). Their home win rate is 75%, while their away win rate is 33%. They tend to start slowly but often gain momentum in the third quarter. Recent Form: After a 74-88 loss to Guangsha (4 out of 20 three-pointers, 10 out of 20 free throws), they secured consecutive victories against Ningbo, Zhejiang, and Tianjin. Their recent ten games have seen them controlling the pace in the 90-95 points range, with improved defensive resilience. Key Players: Foreign players include Jalen Nowell (around 20.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, strong individual scoring ability but weaker in playmaking) and Hamidou Diallo (approximately 16.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 4.6 assists, contributing on both offense and defense, but with inconsistent emotions and free-throw shooting). Shanxi Loongs versus Qingdao Eagles. Over 184.5 total points. Shanxi Loongs were a strong team last season, finishing second in the CBA regular season and reaching the Final Four in the playoffs. This season, due to issues with foreign player integration, fluctuations in their local core players, and a shortage of point guards, they are experiencing a period of adjustment with a 'slow start, unstable scoring'. Currently (as of 2023-12-26), they have a record of 4 wins and 1 loss and are on a three-game winning streak, showing signs of recovery. League Standing: Last season, they achieved a record of 34 wins and 12 losses, finishing as the best in the regular season and reaching the Final Four in the playoffs. This season's goal is to break into the top eight. Currently, with 4 wins and 1 loss, they are provisionally ranked 6th, and on a three-game winning streak (victories against Ningbo, Zhejiang, and Tianjin), showing improved form.