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	30	12	4171	3955	216	16-5	14-7	1W
11  Ningbo	21	21	3606	3544	62	15-6	6-15	2W

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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 -400 favorites. They are regarded as 80% likely to win this CBA game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. For those wanting to back Ningbo Rockets, you will find +260 about the underdogs.

The current spread is 8.5 and total points is 184. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. Those expecting a low total can back Under 184 at -118.

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

-400

Ningbo

+260

Point Spread

Shenzhen -8.5

-114

Ningbo +8.5

-122

Total Points

Under 184

-118

Over 184

-118

If you have a view on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Double-Doubles or Triple-Doubles, then the player prop betting could be up your street. It’s a great way of wagering on individual performance.

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.

Latest 0 regular season and play-off games stats.

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

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

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Shanghai	38	4	4206	3508	698	21-0	17-4	23W
2  Zhejiang Lions	33	9	3852	3459	393	20-1	13-8	3W
3  Shenzhen	30	12	4171	3955	216	16-5	14-7	1W
4  Beijing Ducks	29	13	3803	3462	341	15-6	14-7	4W
5  Guangdong	27	15	3964	3748	216	14-7	13-8	3L
6  Zhejiang GB	27	15	3681	3427	254	18-3	9-12	4W
7  Qingdao	25	17	3706	3566	140	14-7	11-10	1W
8  Shandong	24	18	3913	3781	132	16-5	8-13	1L
9  Liaoning	23	19	3623	3550	73	14-7	9-12	1W
10  Shanxi	22	20	3898	3797	101	14-7	8-13	2W
11  Ningbo	21	21	3606	3544	62	15-6	6-15	2W
12  Guangzhou LL	18	24	3680	3718	-38	10-11	8-13	1L
13  Beijing RF	18	24	3741	3919	-178	13-8	5-16	2L
14  Fujian	17	25	3865	3963	-98	12-9	5-16	1W
15  Jilin	15	27	3439	3794	-355	12-9	3-18	6L
16  Xinjiang	14	28	3629	3689	-60	10-11	4-17	1L
17  Nanjing	14	28	3804	4028	-224	10-11	4-17	4L
18  Tianjin	13	29	3919	4070	-151	10-11	3-18	3L
19  Jiangsu	12	30	3440	3813	-373	8-13	4-17	1L
20  Sichuan	0	42	3063	4212	-1149	0-21	0-21	42L

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