Shenzhen Leopards vs Shanghai Sharks Prediction, Picks, Odds, News H2H 4/1/24

The bookmakers see Shenzhen Leopards as a favorite, offering odds around 1.66 on their win, with a probability of 60.2%. The point spread is at +/-3.0, while the total points line is at 209.5. Our Leopards vs Sharks prediction and betting pick at 1.91 are available in the article below! 

The CBA playoffs are looming, and with just two rounds remaining in the regular phase, the teams are battling to maintain their health and secure a favorable position before the real showdown begins. While neither of these two teams can break into the top four to avoid the 1/8 Finals, the real focus is on sustaining their winning momentum before the playoffs kick-off. 

LEOPARDS VS SHARKS Prediction

• Selection: Under 209.5 points
• Odds: 1.91
• Bookmaker: BetInAsia
• Stake: 2/10

Shenzhen Leopards snapped a three-game losing streak with back-to-back wins against Shandong (106:95) and Jiangsu Dragons (89:77). However, those teams are not even close to Shanghai’s level, and the Leopards still haven’t been impressive offensively, with an average of only 97.5 points. 

During the last nine games, Shenzhen has mostly played low-scoring matches, going under 209.5 points eight times (almost 89%).

Unlike Shenzhen Leopards, Shanghai Sharks are doing great! They won the last four games and ten of the previous twelve. It seems their defense is ready for the playoffs, considering they kept opponents under 100 points during the last three. However, their key man, Wang Zhelin, suffered a minor injury, and we will be shocked if the team does not decide to rest him.

Without him (potentially) out, the team isn’t as remotely as good, and we believe their offense will be heavily handicapped. According to some speculations, the Sharks may prefer to take the 6th seed over the 5th due to potential later matchups and may rest more key players, which could result in a much weaker offensive display than usual.

SHENZHEN LEOPARDS VS SHANGHAI SHARKS GAME INFO

• Date: Monday, April 1st, 2024
• Time: 14:00 (CEST)
• Arena: Shenzhen Dayun Arena
• Location: Shenzhen

SHENZHEN LEOPARDS TEAM NEWS

The team waived off point guard Darius Adams on March 31st, 2024, just before the playoffs. The 34-year-old American was the CBA champion with Xinjiang Flying Tigers, winning the CBA Finals MVP trophy. He was also a CBA Top scorer in 2018 and regular season MVP in 2019. However, coach Zheng Yonggang was unhappy with his inconsistency and relationship with his teammates and decided to let him go. This season, Adams averaged 17.9 points per game, 4.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists.

SHANGHAI SHARKS TEAM NEWS

In the previous game vs Fujian, center Wang Zhelin suffered an injury and had to leave the court after only five minutes. He is doubtful for the upcoming game.

The 30-year-old center is playing an excellent season, averaging 19.6 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.

SHENZHEN LEOPARDS VS SHANGHAI SHARKS H2H

Shanghai Sharks won both h2h matchups this season, one at home and one on the road:

• March 26th – Shanghai Sharks vs Shenzhen Leopards – 111:97
• Jan 2nd – Shenzhen Leopards vs Shanghai Sharks – 111:112

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