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18:08, 07-Dec-2017
Liaoning beats Beijing 104-97 in six-game winning streak
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As four players scored double digits, Liaoning beat Beijing 104-97 to extend its winning streak to six games in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Wednesday.
Lester Hudson contributed 29 points, added by Brandon Bass’ 27. Guo Ailun also scored 11 points. On the Beijing side, Aaron Jackson scored the game high 35 points.
Guo Ailun scores 11 points for Liaoning. /VCG Photo
Guo Ailun scores 11 points for Liaoning. /VCG Photo
Beijing would open the game with a 5-0 lead, only to see Lester Hudson connecting with two three-pointers to take the lead. The Ducks completely lost it after that. Guo Ailun would lead the Flying Leopards in a 16-0 run, establishing a double-digit lead.
Aaron Jackson tried to cut the deficit for Beijing, but Hudson responded and Liaoning led by 10 points after the first half.
The hosts failed to turn the tides and Liaoning held on for a 104-97 victory to keep their winning streak running.