Liaoning BenGang has shown a strong overall performance this season, averaging 102.3 points in the first half, placing them among the top five in the league. Their interior game is a significant advantage, averaging over 52 rebounds per game, making them one of the most dominant teams in the league. Their outside shooting is also consistent, with a three-point accuracy of over 35%, primarily led by their two forward core players. Defensively, Liaoning focuses on fast breaks and switching strategies, significantly limiting their opponents' scoring efficiency, with opponents often scoring below 95 points against them. Their recent form has been slightly inconsistent, with a mixed record in their last three games. Shanghai Jiushi relies on a team-based tactical system to advance their games, with a fast offensive pace and excellent transition offense, particularly showcasing strong control in their frontcourt organisation. Shanghai is on a four-game winning streak, with six wins and one loss in their last seven games, including a strong away victory against Beikong. They average 92.8 points (4th in the league), 43 rebounds (2nd in the league), and rank in the top three in defensive efficiency. Their interior twin towers provide strong rim protection and rebounding dominance. Their tactics involve controlling the pace with positional play combined with high pick-and-rolls, integrating inside and outside play. Defensively, they use delay and double-teaming to limit pick-and-rolls, heavily guarding their opponents' key players. Their bench strength is balanced, with low turnovers (top five in the league). They maintain stable offensive and defensive performance on the road and are in high spirits. Tactically, Shanghai will use their interior advantage to control rebounds, limit Liaoning's transition, and control the pace. Liaoning needs to speed up their game, play fast breaks, use pick-and-rolls to attack the interior, and improve their three-point accuracy. Historically, Liaoning has an advantage, but this season's form shows a change. It is more likely that Shanghai will win away, with a point difference possibly in the 8-15 point range. If Liaoning's three-point shooting improves, they might narrow the gap but will struggle to reverse the overall situation.