Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin, CBA 2025-26, Today Match Prediction
Nanjing Monkey Kings
Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin
Will Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin make a winning statement?
- Shandong has a 87.5% win rate against the Nanjing Monkey Kings.
- Nanjing averages 98.4 points at home, while playing against Shandong.
- In the last five matches, Shandong has won two and lost three matches.
Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin to win and cover the spread (5.5).
| Tournament: | CBA 2025-26 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Wutaishan Gymnasium |
| Tip Off: | 17:05:00 |
Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.65 | 1.44 |
Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin Match Prediction & Analysis
On January 4, 2026, the Nanjing Monkey Kings host Shandong Hi‑Speed Kirin in a CBA clash. Shandong arrives in strong form after a 100-85 win over Xinjiang, led by Marquese Chris and Chen Linjian, while Nanjing looks to build on their momentum after their impressive win against Jilin. Shandong’s efficiency and depth make them slight favorites, but Nanjing’s pace could keep it high-scoring.
Nanjing Monkey Kings is currently 12th in the CBA standings with a 4-5 record, while the Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin is 15th in the standings with a 4-4 record.
In the last five head-to-head matchups, Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin has won two matches, while the Nanjing Monkey Kings has won three matches and is currently riding a one game winning streak against Shandong.
Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guo Haowen | 21.7 | 2.7 | 5.4 | 0.8/0.1 |
| Marquese Chris | 24.5 | 7.9 | 3.1 | 1.5/0.9 |
Teams Preview
Nanjing Monkey Kings Preview
In a convincing CBA performance, the Nanjing Monkey Kings dismantled the Jilin Northeast Tigers 104-82, turning a tight first half into a commanding victory on home court.
Guo Haowen led the charge with 22 points and 7 assists, while Brady Manek added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Zhu Mingzhen contributed 16 points, providing consistent scoring.
Led by a balanced offensive attack, Nanjing shot efficiently, converting 48.4% from the field and 51.6% from the three point line, highlighted by their impressive ball movement (29 assists). Defensively, they dominated the boards 32-24 and limited Jilin to just 22.7% from deep.
This win helped Nanjing regain momentum and underscored their potential this season. Overall, the team has been averaging 89 points per game, while dishing out 22.1 assists. On the boards they collect 40.1 rebounds and allow opponents to score 90.3 points per game.
Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin Preview
In a dominant CBA display, Shandong Hi‑Speed cruised past the Xinjiang Flying Tigers 100-85, turning a fast start into a commanding victory and extending their winning streak to two games.
The game was paced by Marquese Chris, who exploded for 36 points, adding 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals, while Chen Linjian and Devaughn Akoon Purcell contributed 17 points each.
Offensively, the team shot an efficient 48.5% from the field, including 34.6% from the perimeter and 84.4% from the free throw line, while dishing out 25 assists. Defensively, they controlled the boards with 36 rebounds and protected the paint with 5 blocks, while grabbing 12 steals. They also forced Xinjiang to commit 16 turnovers and 19 fouls, causing multiple momentum swings.
Overall, the team has been averaging 92.4 points per game, supported by their 21.9 assists per game. Defensively, they record 39.6 rebounds and allow opponents to just 89.6 points per game.
Nanjing Monkey Kings vs Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Li Binzhou |
| SG | Huang Rongqi |
| SF | Guo Haowen |
| PF | Brady Manek |
| C | Ma Xinxin |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Gao Shiyan |
| SG | Devaughn Akoon Purcell |
| SF | Chen Linjian |
| PF | Marquese Chris |
| C | Zhao Haoran |
NANJING MONKEY KINGS vs SHANDONG HI-SPEED KIRIN
Winning PredictionShandong Hi-Speed Kirin’s recent dominant form, balanced scoring, and defensive control give them the edge. Nanjing may challenge with tempo and bursts of offense, but Shandong’s consistency and star power make them the likely victors in a potentially high-scoring matchup. We are backing the Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin to win this matchup.
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