What a game! The Hong Kong Bulls just locked in their second straight National Basketball League (NBL) title by beating the Changsha Yongsheng 85-71 in Game 4 of the finals in Changsha, in Hunan Province on the Chinese mainland. With a 3-1 series sweep, the Bulls proved once again why they're the team to beat. 🏆🔥
Four Bulls stars racked up double-digit points, led by American forward Josh Carlton, who dropped a game-high 24 points. Michael Ertel II also brought the heat with 17 points and three deep balls, earning him Finals MVP honors. Talk about a dynamic duo! 🎯
The Bulls had a shaky start, missing 12 of their first 20 shots in Q1, but they still managed to go 4-for-8 from beyond the arc to edge ahead 22-19. By halftime, their defense kicked into overdrive, holding Changsha to just 14 points and cruising to a 48-33 lead. 🛡️
In the third quarter, Hong Kong turned up the offense and stretched the gap to 24 points at 72-48. Although Changsha Yongsheng fought back with a quick 12-6 run in Q4, it wasn’t enough to tame the Bulls’ momentum. The final buzzer confirmed the celebration could begin! 🎉
This win cements the Bulls’ status as NBL royalty. For fans across South and Southeast Asia, it’s a reminder that with teamwork and resilience, repeat victories are within reach—just like that sweet payoff after pulling an all-nighter to nail your final exam. Whether you're cheering courtside or catching highlights on your phone, this championship run is one for the books! 📱✨
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Hong Kong Bulls defeat Changsha Yongsheng to defend NBL title
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