Shanghai Jiushi Secures Back-to-Back Crowns in Jinan
Shanghai Jiushi defeated Shanghai Hengsha Yumin 21–14 in Jinan on October 25, 2026, to capture the Chinese Men’s 3×3 Basketball League championship. The source article reported that the victory marks the first successful title defense in the league’s history and delivers a third overall championship to the club.
The result extends an undefeated streak for Shanghai clubs in the national competition. Every single Super League title since the tournament’s inception in 2022 has gone to a team based in the city, cementing its reputation as the premier hub for the discipline nationwide.
Intra-City Rivalry Shapes the League’s Elite
The championship match capped a season defined by fierce domestic competition between the two clubs. Shanghai Jiushi dominated the regular season schedule, finishing with a 63–12 record and claiming three championship titles along the way.
The core roster featured Yan Peng, Qi Haotong, Zhou Jiahao, and foreign player Wen Yade. Yan delivered a decisive two-point shot to defeat Shanghai Hengsha Yumin during the Miyun championship, while Wen Yade earned tournament MVP honors after scoring 12 points with four rebounds in Shenzhen.
Shanghai Hengsha Yumin Rises from Amateur Competition
Shanghai Hengsha Yumin followed a different path to the final. The source article reported that the runner-up began in the Chongming Martyr’s Cup amateur competition before transitioning to 3×3 play in 2019, eventually claiming Super League titles in 2022 and 2024 alongside an international FIBA Manama Masters victory.
The source article noted that investor Lu Yugang positioned the club to supply talent for national representation, with players like Guo Hanyu, Zhu Yuanbo, and Zhang Dianliang forming the backbone of squads that finished second at the 2025 FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup and reached the World Cup top eight.
Systemic Depth Beneath the Championship Stage
The sustained dominance stems from strong youth development pipelines and professional infrastructure across the municipality.
Institutional backing provides another layer of stability. Shanghai Jiushi operates under the Jiushi Sports Group framework, maintaining top-tier standards in sports science, analytics, and medical care. Meanwhile, the city’s extensive network of street courts and established basketball culture continue to funnel young talent into competitive pathways.
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