Can Jeonggwanjang make it to the final playoff spot?
Jeonggwanjang of Anyang defeated Busan KCC in the '2024-25 KCC Professional Basketball Round 6' held at Anyang Gymnasium on the 21st. With this win, Jeonggwanjang, on a three-game winning streak, moved up to a tie for 6th place with DB at 20 wins and 27 losses. KCC (16 wins and 31 losses) is in 8th place.
To keep their playoff hopes alive, the Jeonggwanjang players bit their lip. Jeonggwanjang took the lead from the first quarter with a score of 25-12 and never allowed a comeback. Early in the 4th quarter, Jeonggwanjang pulled ahead by 21 points at 72-51, securing the victory.
With all 12 members of the roster participating, Jeonggwanjang scored with 10 players. Deontay Burton made a strong impact against his former team with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 2 steals. Ji-hoon Park contributed 16 points.
KCC players showed a lack of enthusiasm during the game. Head coach Jeon Chang-jin encouraged them, but their morale did not improve.
Jeonggwanjang has now officially entered the battle for the final playoff spot against DB. The two teams, each with seven games remaining, are scheduled to face off in the regular season finale on April 8.
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