Analysis · Chinese CBA, round 2, 2026/2027 regular season
Fujian edge the final quarter to win 91-88 at Liaoning
Liaoning took the third quarter 26-22, but Fujian won the last 21-20 behind Jalen Adams and left the hosts still without a win.
F, Liaoning · Liaoning 88-91 Fujian
D.J. Wilson
Liaoning F. LeopardsChinese CBA
- Points
- 17
- Rebounds
- 12
- Assists
- 5
- Threes
- 1/2
- PIR
- 30
Source: TeamKeys, 2026-10-20
How Fujian closed out the 91-88 win at Liaoning
Fujian Sturgeons won the fourth quarter 21-20, which was enough to protect the lead they carried into it. The final margin at Liaoning F. Leopards was 3 points.
Liaoning kept the finish close through Weize Jiang, who scored 26 points in 36 minutes on 7/8 two-pointers and 6/6 free throws. D.J. Wilson went 8/8 from the line, so the hosts rarely wasted a trip there.
Fujian's care with the ball counted in a game this tight. Tyshaun Crawford, Jing Hanyi and Hong Xin each finished without a turnover, while Wilson committed 4 for Liaoning.
| Quarter | Liaoning | Fujian |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 22 | 24 |
| Q2 | 20 | 24 |
| Q3 | 26 | 22 |
| Q4 | 20 | 21 |
Which quarter set up Fujian's win at Liaoning?
The second quarter set it up: Fujian won it 24-20 after taking the first 24-22, so they went into half-time ahead. That cushion then survived Liaoning's 26-22 third quarter.
Fujian also drew real production from the bench. Jing Hanyi scored 18 points in 33 minutes, Jordan Howard added 12 points and 6 assists, and Hong Xin went 2/2 from both two and three for 10 points.
Liaoning's outside shooting did little to help them recover the ground. Weize Jiang finished 2/8 from three and Menglin Wan went 1/3, scoring 6 points in 31 minutes.
Jalen Adams top-scores for Fujian with 26 points
Jalen Adams carried Fujian with 26 points in 27 minutes, hitting 4/6 from three and 5/9 inside the arc. He added 6 rebounds, 3 steals and a PIR of 26.
Tyshaun Crawford gave the visitors their presence inside, with 15 points, 9 rebounds and 3 blocks in 21 minutes. He made 6/10 two-pointers and finished with a PIR of 21.
On the losing side, D.J. Wilson had the game's highest PIR at 30, with 17 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists in 31 minutes. He averaged 17.1 points and 10.3 rebounds over 41 games in 2025/2026, ranking 8th of 141 rated players by TeamKeys Rating.
| Player | Points | PIR |
|---|---|---|
| D.J. Wilson (Liaoning) | 17 | 30 |
| Jalen Adams (Fujian) | 26 | 26 |
| Weize Jiang (Liaoning) | 26 | 24 |
| Tyshaun Crawford (Fujian) | 15 | 21 |
| Jordan Howard (Fujian) | 12 | 17 |
| Jing Hanyi (Fujian) | 18 | 15 |
What the result means for Fujian and Liaoning
Fujian move to 1-1 and 12th of 20 in the Chinese CBA, while Liaoning drop to 0-2 and 19th. The hosts are still waiting for their first win of the season.
Fujian turn around quickly to face Ningbo Rockets on 22 October, with their form now reading a loss followed by a win. Liaoning meet Sichuan B. Whales on 23 October, and Sichuan sit fourth at 2-0.
Qingdao and Beijing Royal Fighters lead the early table at 2-0. For Liaoning, the production of Wilson and Jiang is a base, but the next game against an unbeaten side will test it.
Figures come from the official box score of the game played on 20 October 2026. TeamKeys Rating rankings refer to the 2025/2026 season.
Questions people ask
What was the final score of Liaoning vs Fujian?
Fujian Sturgeons beat Liaoning F. Leopards 91-88 away from home in round 2 of the 2026/2027 Chinese CBA regular season, played on 20 October 2026. Fujian won the first, second and fourth quarters, while Liaoning took the third 26-22.
Who was top scorer in Liaoning vs Fujian?
Jalen Adams of Fujian and Weize Jiang of Liaoning both scored 26 points. Adams needed 27 minutes and shot 4/6 from three, while Jiang played 36 minutes and made 7/8 two-pointers and 6/6 free throws.
How did D.J. Wilson play against Fujian?
D.J. Wilson had 17 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists in 31 minutes for Liaoning, making all of his free throws at 8/8. His PIR of 30 was the highest in the game, though Liaoning still lost 91-88.
Who do Fujian and Liaoning play next?
Fujian Sturgeons, now 1-1 and 12th of 20 in the Chinese CBA, face Ningbo Rockets on 22 October. Liaoning F. Leopards, 0-2 and 19th, meet Sichuan B. Whales on 23 October, with Sichuan unbeaten at 2-0.
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