Liaoning vs Sichuan Prediction 23 October 2026
π The Liaoning Flying Leopards host the Sichuan Blue Whales in Round 3 of the CBA. This matchup draws attention due to the stark contrast in current form and scoring output between the two sides. On one end, you have a team that ranked among last seasonβs biggest disappointments, facing an opponent who, just a year ago, was barely taken seriously by anyone in the league.
Head-to-Head
π The clubs have faced each other 36 times in official competitions. The hosts have claimed 29 victories, while the visitors have come out on top 7 times. Their most recent head-to-head took place on 11 October 2026 at Liaoningβs home court, where they secured a commanding 104-73 win.
Head-to-head statistics Liaoning - Sichuan
L. Scale Industry Team Overview
Liaoning Flying Leopards enter the game riding a 2-0 record, but both victories came on the road after hard-fought battles: a 95-84 win over Shandong and a 97-93 triumph against Qingdao. These werenβt blowouts - Liaoning showcased their resilience and ability to close out tight contests, but also revealed defensive vulnerabilities that allowed opponents to stay in the hunt.
The squad approaches this fixture nearly at full strength, but faces one significant concern. Chris, their primary big man, picked up a minor hand injury in the clash with Qingdao, casting doubt over his availability. Last season, Chris averaged 19.7 points and 7.7 rebounds; his potential absence or limited minutes would be a major blow to the Leopardsβ frontcourt presence.
Match Results: L. Scale Industry
Sichuan Jin Qiang Team Overview
Sichuan Blue Whales have emerged as the early-season sensation. After two campaigns in which they racked up a combined 47 defeats, Sichuan have opened the new season with back-to-back wins: a 97-85 victory over Tianjin Pioneers and a hard-fought 91-88 triumph on the road against Jilin. This is no longer the pushover franchise everyone was used to beating without resistance. Instead, Sichuan are building this season around their trio of foreign signings - and the formula is paying off.
Adams leads the scoring charge and consistently steps up in crunch time. Against Jilin, he poured in 26 points, including the game-winning shot in the dying seconds. Howard chipped in with 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Crawford contributed 15 points, 9 boards, and 3 blocks. These three imports are providing the depth Sichuan have lacked for years. In their first two outings, the Blue Whales held opponents to just 85 and 88 points - defense has become the foundation of their early success. Hanyi, Xin, and Xiaoyong bring energy on both ends of the floor, defending aggressively and showing no fear when it comes to taking responsibility in clutch moments.
Match Results: Sichuan Jin Qiang
Match Result Prediction
H2H:
- number of matchups - 36;
- number of wins for the home team - 29, for the away team - 7.
Statistics: Liaoning Flying Leopards vs Sichuan Blue Whales
- number of tournament matches played: 2 vs 2;
- number of wins: 3 (75%) vs 2 (40%);
- number of losses: 1 (25%) vs 3 (60%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 0;
- number of away wins for the away team: 1.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 6 vs 3;
- number of losses: 4 vs 7;
- number of home wins for the home team: 4;
- number of away wins for the away team: 1.
- Liaoning Flying Leopards have won in 23 of last 24 games against Sichuan Blue Whales (Basketball League).
- Liaoning Flying Leopards have won in 15 of last 16 games against Sichuan Blue Whales.
- Liaoning Flying Leopards have won in last 12 home games against Sichuan Blue Whales (Basketball League).
- Sichuan Blue Whales have lost in 36 of last 37 games (Basketball League).
- Sichuan Blue Whales have lost in 16 of last 17 away games (Basketball League).
- Sichuan Blue Whales have lost in 12 of last 13 away games.
Total Goals Prediction
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 105.19, for the away team - 87.53;
- average total points in H2H matches - 192.72.
Statistics: Liaoning Flying Leopards vs Sichuan Blue Whales
- average total in the tournament: 200 vs 179;
- average total points scored: 105 vs 86.2;
- average total points conceded: 95 vs 92.8;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 53 vs 45.4;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 48.75 vs 38.8;
- Liaoning Flying Leopards: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 0;
- Sichuan Blue Whales: average total points scored away in the tournament - 91;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 87.3 (home - 93) vs 77.4 (away - 83.33).
- Liaoning Flying Leopards have scored over 94.5 points in last 5 games (Basketball League).
β Editorial Prediction
Liaoning are a side that finished tenth last season, but they've kept their core intact and brought in Cooper, one of the leagueβs top imports. Sichuan made an impressive start, but their wins have come against teams outside the circle of contenders. With Cooper and Edwards, Liaoning boast superior individual talent, and at home the Leopards are known for their aggressive and tenacious defense. Our pick: home win with a -15.5 handicap.
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