The Zhejiang Basketball Association (ZheBA) playoffs continued to draw impressive crowds and attention on January 16th, as Hangzhou defeated Cangnan 65-54 to take a 2-0 series lead. The contest marked a milestone for the burgeoning league, representing its first-ever full game broadcast on CCTV-5, China’s primary national sports channel. The high-stakes matchup at the Cangnan Sports Center Gymnasium was met with fervent fan support both inside the arena and in the surrounding marketplace,signaling growing interest in the regional league.
Zhejiang Basketball Association’s National Debut Draws Huge Crowds On and Off the Court
The Cangnan Sports Center Gymnasium was electric on the evening of January 16th as the Cangnan team hosted a strong Hangzhou squad in the second game of the Zhejiang Basketball Association (ZheBA) best-of-eight playoff series. This crucial matchup marked the first time a ZheBA game has been broadcast in its entirety on CCTV-5, China’s central television sports channel.
The atmosphere inside the arena was intense, with fans roaring and cheering throughout the contest. Outside, a bustling marketplace thrived, filled with the sounds of vendors and excited supporters.
After a hard-fought four quarters, Hangzhou emerged victorious, defeating Cangnan 65-54 and securing a 2-0 series win to advance to the semi-finals.
(原标题：浙BA全国“首秀” 场内拼得激烈场外卖得火爆)
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Hangzhou advanced to the semi-finals of the Zhejiang Basketball Association playoffs on January 16th, defeating Cangnan 65-54 in a thrilling contest that also marked the first nationwide broadcast of a ZheBA game.
The game, played at the Cangnan Sports Center Gymnasium, saw a packed house and a vibrant atmosphere both on and off the court. Fans filled the arena, creating a deafening roar with every basket and defensive stop. Outside the venue, a lively marketplace buzzed with activity, adding to the excitement of the evening.
Hangzhou controlled the tempo throughout the contest, ultimately pulling away in the fourth quarter to secure the 65-54 victory and a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series. The win sends Hangzhou through to the semi-finals, where they will face the winner of the remaining quarterfinal matchups.
This marks a significant milestone for the ZheBA, with the game receiving national exposure on CCTV-5. The increased visibility is expected to further elevate the league’s profile and attract even more fans to the growing sport in the Zhejiang province.
