Qingdao Beer has been performing exceptionally well, currently ranking seventh in the league with an 80% win rate. In their five games, they have only lost once, with a score difference ratio of 12.8. Their home performance is particularly strong, showcasing impressive offensive and defensive capabilities. In their last six games, their offensive efficiency has been stable at 92.2 points, while their defense has held opponents to within 79.4 points. At home, their strength is even more pronounced, winning their last two games with an offensive output of 97.5 points and a defensive average of 76 points. The recent matches between Qingdao Beer and Shanxi Loongs have been closely contested. In their last 10 encounters, Qingdao Beer holds a slight advantage with five wins and four losses, but their handicap win rate is only 20%, suggesting significant challenges. Regarding total points, five of their last six games have exceeded the over/under, indicating a tendency for high scores. This background makes the upcoming match highly anticipated. Looking back at Qingdao Beer's performance, they defeated Shanxi Loongs earlier this season with a score of 97-89, demonstrating excellent ball control and efficient offensive conversion. Despite briefly trailing 47-56 at halftime, they improved their defense in the second half and gradually widened the gap. Recommendation: Shanxi Loongs +2.5