Team Shenzhen and Team Dongguan faced off in Game 1 of the 2026 Guangdong City Basketball League (Yue BA) Finals in Shenzhen on July 18, opening the best-of-three championship series that will decide this season's title.
The matchup drew an enthusiastic crowd to Shenzhen's Longhua Cultural and Sports Center, where fans created an electric atmosphere from tip-off to the final buzzer.
Momentum swung back and forth throughout the game, with both teams delivering fast breaks, long-range shooting, tough defense, and high-energy plays that showcased the competitive level of the province's premier city basketball league.
After four quarters of action, Dongguan defeated Shenzhen 79:70 to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.
The series now moves to Dongguan for Game 2 on July 25, continuing the championship race.
Reporter | Li Fangwang
Video & Poster | Qin Shaolong
Photo | Li Fangwang
