Shenzhen Leopards vs Ningbo Rockets Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 17 Apr 2026

CBA Betting Preview: Shenzhen Leopards vs Ningbo Rockets

Shenzhen Leopards host Ningbo Rockets, with tip-off set for 07:35 on Friday 17 April.

It’s time to go for Shenzhen against the spread, especially with an attractive -9.5 line at -122. Our prediction is that this can be comfortably achieved in their meeting with Ningbo.

Shenzhen Leopards triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Xinjiang Flying Tigers were beaten 104-96.

Ningbo Rockets were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Guangdong Southern Tigers claimed a 77-74 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 81-72 in favor of Ningbo when they last played Shenzhen. In the past 10 games between the teams, Shenzhen have won eight.

CBA	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
3  Shenzhen	28	11	3871	3670	201	15-4	13-7	14W
11  Ningbo	19	20	3332	3295	37	13-6	6-14	5L

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Shenzhen Leopards vs Ningbo Rockets Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the top Shenzhen Leopards vs Ningbo Rockets betting angles, including our main match prediction, best correct score play and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Shenzhen really stand out in this CBA matchup. Back the betting favorites at -9.5 on the spread with the confidence that they cover the line at -122.

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important CBA stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Shenzhen vs Ningbo league stats:

• The -9.5 line has been covered by Shenzhen in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -9.5 line has been covered by Shenzhen in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -9.5 line has been covered by Shenzhen in 6 of their last 10 games against Ningbo.

Shenzhen -9.5 Probability

The top betting sites are estimating that there is a 54.9% likelihood of this pick winning. However, we have this figure closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Shenzhen 95 - 81 Ningbo

You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a huge return by getting this correct score right. We’re going for Shenzhen to claim a 95-81 victory and hopefully this goes close.

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Shenzhen Leopards vs Ningbo Rockets Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Shenzhen Leopards are massive -526 favorites. They are regarded as 84% likely to win this CBA game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. For those wanting to back Ningbo Rockets, you will find +320 about the underdogs.

The current spread is 9.5 and total points is 183. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. Those expecting a low total can back Under 183 at -116.

The good news is that you can access a nice selection of game lines and team props when it comes to most CBA contests. The top basketball betting sites offer a huge range of pre-game and in-game options.

Moneyline

Shenzhen

-526

Ningbo

+320

Point Spread

Shenzhen -9.5

-122

Ningbo +9.5

-114

Total Points

Under 183

-116

Over 183

-119

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There are some exciting CBA micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer. The long-ball option pays better, and in today’s game, you can never discount the three-pointer.

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Shenzhen Leopards Stats

Ningbo Rockets Stats

Moneyline

• 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 202.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 191.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 183: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
• Over 183 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 106.30 pts and allowed 96.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 102.80 pts and allowed 88.70 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 170.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 160.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 183: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 183 on the Road: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.30 pts and allowed 86.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 79.20 pts and allowed 81.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road

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CBA Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Shanghai	35	4	3887	3254	633	20-0	15-4	20W
2  Zhejiang Lions	30	9	3541	3180	361	18-1	12-8	2L
3  Shenzhen	28	11	3871	3670	201	15-4	13-7	14W
4  Guangdong	27	12	3694	3454	240	14-6	13-6	4W
5  Beijing Ducks	26	13	3511	3241	270	14-6	12-7	1W
6  Zhejiang GB	24	15	3405	3191	214	17-3	7-12	1W
7  Qingdao	23	16	3416	3290	126	13-6	10-10	1L
8  Shandong	23	16	3646	3500	146	16-3	7-13	4L
9  Liaoning	22	17	3364	3271	93	14-6	8-11	2W
10  Shanxi	20	19	3590	3518	72	12-7	8-12	1W
11  Ningbo	19	20	3332	3295	37	13-6	6-14	5L
12  Beijing RF	17	22	3466	3637	-171	12-8	5-14	2W
13  Guangzhou LL	16	23	3400	3450	-50	9-10	7-13	1L
14  Fujian	15	24	3583	3688	-105	11-9	4-15	2W
15  Jilin	15	24	3244	3512	-268	12-8	3-16	3L
16  Nanjing	14	25	3551	3712	-161	10-10	4-15	1L
17  Xinjiang	13	26	3350	3409	-59	9-10	4-16	3L
18  Tianjin	13	26	3645	3765	-120	10-10	3-16	3W
19  Jiangsu	10	29	3163	3534	-371	6-12	4-17	4L
20  Sichuan	0	39	2826	3914	-1088	0-20	0-19	39L

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