With Game 3 between Guangdong and Beijing set for May 12, 2026, both teams face a do-or-die battle. During the midday shootaround, Beijing head coach Xu Liming appeared fully focused, constantly jotting down notes to prepare for the evening’s crucial matchup. With the team’s championship aspirations on the line, a loss would be devastating.
Zeng Fanbo was seen working intensively on his three-point shooting. After a lackluster performance in the previous game—shooting just 1-for-4 due to Guangdong’s tight defense—his ability to step up will be critical for Beijing. The team is eager to see if he can deliver from beyond the arc tonight.
Later, Zhao Rui passed the ball to Fang Shuo, and after the shot went in, the practice session ended. Zhao Rui will need to be more aggressive in the game, focusing on scoring rather than just passing; otherwise, the team’s offensive ceiling will be severely limited.
Jemison also put in extra time on three-point shooting, following a subpar outing in the last game. Despite Xu Liming’s trust in him, the guard failed to produce the desired results, which hurt the team’s overall performance.
On the same court, Zhou Qi worked on his free throws, a long-standing weakness for him. The extra practice aims to solidify his consistency from the line.
Beijing’s overall depth remains solid. The team’s loss in the previous game can be attributed to two main factors: Quinn’s explosive performance, which will be a key focus for containment tonight, and some questionable lineup decisions by Xu Liming. It remains to be seen whether Beijing can deliver a surprise performance, defend their home court, and advance to the next round.