Beijing defeated Guangdong 2-1 in the series and will face top-seeded Shanghai in the semifinals. Game 3 was tightly contested through the first three quarters, but Beijing pulled away in the fourth. Four players were instrumental in the victory.
Williams and Jieman became key figures after the second quarter, as both are capable ball handlers who energized the offense. Together they recorded 15 assists, a crucial output. Williams effectively ran pick-and-rolls with Zhou Qi, adding diversity to the attack, while Jieman provided dual-guard versatility. Their play turned the tide in the second quarter. Although Williams was somewhat quiet offensively, his overall impact remained clear.
Zhou Qi’s influence on the interior was immense. He not only contributed on the court—scoring
