Shanghai and Guangzhou were two of the most successful teams in the CBA last season, with both winning their respective championships. However, on Wednesday night, it was Shanghai that emerged victorious as they defeated Guangzhou by a score of 115-96.

The match started off with a bang, with both teams trading baskets early on. However, it was Guangzhou who took the lead midway through the first quarter, thanks to a strong performance from guard Yu Zheng. The team's defense also held Shanghai's star player, Ke Liabaike, to just three points in the opening period.

But the comeback was not over yet for Guangzhou. Their offense continued to be effective throughout the game,Chinese Super League News Flash with several key players stepping up when it mattered most. In particular, center Zhou Xiang played a crucial role, scoring 22 points and grabbing nine rebounds in just 28 minutes of playing time.

Meanwhile, Shanghai's offense struggled at times, with only Liabaike able to provide much-needed scoring. But the team's defense stepped up in the second half, holding Guangzhou's offense to just 44 points in the final two quarters.

In the end, it was the hard work of Shanghai's players that paid off as they secured their first win of the season. While Guangzhou will undoubtedly be disappointed with their defeat, it is clear that this is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting campaign for both teams.

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