Jilin Northeast Tigers vs Shanghai Sharks, CBA 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
Jilin Northeast Tigers
Shanghai Sharks
League Leaders Shanghai Face Inconsistent Jilin
- Shanghai Jiushi Sharks have a 55.3% win rate against the Jilin Northeast Tigers.
- Jilin Northeast Tigers average 108.8 points at home while playing against the Shanghai Jiushi Sharks.
- In the last five matches, Shanghai Jiushi Sharks have won all five matches.
Shanghai Jiushi Sharks to win and cover the spread (-15.5)
| Tournament: | CBA 2025-26 |
| Live Streaming: | AI Score App |
| Venue: | Changchun Gymnasium |
| Tip Off: | 17:05:00 |
Jilin Northeast Tigers vs Shanghai Sharks Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.07 | 7.60 |
Jilin Northeast Tigers vs Shanghai Sharks Match Prediction & Analysis
Shanghai Jiushi Sharks enter the March 31 matchup in strong form, with a high scoring, efficient offense and solid defensive structure. Jilin Northeast Tigers, meanwhile, struggle with inconsistency and defensive lapses. If Shanghai control tempo and maintain ball movement, they should dominate, while Jilin must improve defense and avoid slow starts to stay competitive.
Current Standings: Shanghai Jiushi Sharks is currently 1st in the CBA standings with a 28-4 record, while Jilin Northeast Tigers is 14th in the standings with a 13-19 record.
Head-to-Head Matches: In the last five head-to-head matchups, Jilin Northeast Tigers has just won one match, while the Shanghai Jiushi Sharks have won four matches and are currently riding a three game winning streak against the Jilin Tigers.
Jilin Northeast Tigers vs Shanghai Sharks Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devante Wilson | 16.3 | 10.1 | 2.7 | 0.7/1.3 |
| Brandon Goodwin | 14.9 | 3.7 | 6.6 | 0.9/0.2 |
Teams Preview
Jilin Northeast Tigers Preview
Jilin Northeast Tigers struggled heavily in their 111-86 loss to Shenzhen Leopards, with the game effectively decided in the opening quarter. Jilin fell behind 34-15 in Q1, a deficit they never recovered from.
Devante Wilson led the charge with 23 points and 10 rebounds, while Dallas Moore added 19 points and 7 assists. Jiang Weize added 15 points and Luan Licheng added 13 points, but their efforts weren’t enough.
Offensively, Jilin shot a decent 51.5% from the field, including 27.3% from the perimeter and 80% from the free throw line, but their lack of playmaking hurt, recording just 15 assists compared to Shenzhen’s 28, showing limited ball movement and creativity. Defensively, they edged Shenzhen 30-29 on the boards, but committed 14 turnovers and 17 fouls.
It was a one sided performance where Jilin’s defensive lapses, slow start, and poor control allowed Shenzhen to dominate from start to finish. Overall, the team averages 82.7 points per game, while dishing out 17.8 assists. Defensively, they record 34.6 rebounds and allow opponents to score 88.3 points per game.
Shanghai Sharks Preview
Shanghai Jiushi Sharks secured a hard fought 100-96 win over Shanxi Loongs Fenjiu in a tightly contested battle, showcasing composure and execution in clutch moments. The game remained competitive throughout, with Shanghai edging key stretches, including a decisive 30-point fourth quarter to close it out.
Brandon Goodwin led the scoring with 31 points and 7 assists, while Hassan Whiteside recorded a double-double, 17 points and 12 rebounds. Li Hongquan added 16 points and Zhang Zhenlin added 15 points, providing balanced scoring support.
Offensively, Shanghai shot a balanced 556% from the field and an impressive 50% from the perimeter, supported by their efficient ball movement (25 assists). Defensively, they managed to edge Shanxi 33-32 on the boards, limiting second chance points and made key defensive stops (8 steals, 3 blocks), causing momentum swings.
Shanghai’s balanced scoring, interior efficiency, and late-game execution were decisive, reinforcing their status as one of the most complete teams in the league. Overall, the team averages 98.4 points per game, while dishing out 23.7 assists. Defensively, they record 44.3 rebounds and allow opponents to just 81.8 points per game.
Jilin Northeast Tigers vs Shanghai Sharks Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Dallas Moore |
| SG | Luan Licheng |
| SF | Zhao Shuaizhou |
| PF | Liu Yanyu |
| C | Devante Wilson |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Kyle Fogg |
| SG | Brandon Goodwin |
| SF | Li Hongquan |
| PF | Kenneth Lofton Jr |
| C | Hassan Whiteside |
JILIN NORTHEAST TIGERS vs SHANGHAI SHARKS
Winning PredictionShanghai Jiushi Sharks have the clear edge with superior form, offensive efficiency, and defensive discipline. Jilin Northeast Tigers inconsistency and defensive struggles make it tough to keep up. We are backing the Shanghai Jiushi Sharks to win this matchup.
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