In Jinjiang, the Fujian home court has once again proved to be the Bermuda Triangle for Bayi, the military team. The hosts defeated Bayi 88-80 to keep their play-off season alive. It's Bayi's second loss at Jinjiang.

In Dongguan, the hosts outscored the visiting Shanghai 133-118 to clinch their ninth win this season. Shanghai's play-off hopes are now wavering.

Zhejiang's new head coach Jiang Xingquan recorded his first away-win as his team toppled Yunnan 101-91.

In the North Conference, leaders Beijing maintained their advantage over the other teams after a convincing 105-98 win over Shandong. Star center Menk Bateer contributed 34 points, 15 rebounds and eight assists for Beijing.

Second in the Conference, Xinjiang also recorded a home victory 103-94 over Liaoning. Seven of Xinjiang's players recorded double-digit scores.

Shaanxi, meanwhile, embraced a precious win at home to end their six-game losing streak. They beat Jilin 105-91.