Shanxi Loongs have shown improvement recently, with a record of 7 wins and 3 losses in their last 10 games. They have a strong ability to control the total score, especially with only a 30% rate of high scores, indicating a focus on overall defensive rhythm. Examining the point differences in their recent matches, the team has performed strongly against Qingdao and Nanjing, but still lags behind strong teams like Liaoning and Zhejiang, primarily due to inconsistencies in their half-court transitions. Data indicates that Shanxi often goes under the total score, reflecting their solid inside offensive and defensive strategies. Guangdong Southern Tigers have a 90% win rate in their last 10 games, demonstrating a very strong competitive form, particularly in their excellent defensive conversion rate, and showing resilience at crucial moments in many games. However, recent matches have also seen some high-scoring trends, especially with frequent over-the-total-score scenarios, which suggests that the team's tactics emphasize increasing the pace and offensive frequency. It's worth noting that Guangdong Southern Tigers maintain a stable win rate in away games against strong opponents, which is related to their players' in-game adjustment capabilities and team synergy. In the latest encounter between the two teams, Guangdong failed to secure a win by a -13 point margin. Game data shows that Shandong and Zhejiang put considerable pressure on Shanxi Loongs. Before this upcoming match, Shanxi Loongs has experienced many high-intensity contests, with morale in a relatively upward phase. Balancing their offensive and defensive rhythms will be crucial in deciding the direction of the game. Guangdong, on the other hand, possesses a stronger overall fighting spirit and more offensive firepower. If they can seize conversion opportunities, they might pose a greater challenge to Shanxi. This match is not only a direct comparison of their strengths but will also reflect the differences in the coaching staff's pre-game strategic deployment. CBA 12-28 19:35 Shanxi Loongs -- Guangdong Southern Tigers Match Prediction: Under 183.5