The Shenzhen Dragons, the top team in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA), have been relegated to the second division after losing another game on Sunday night. This marks the first time in three years that the team has fallen below the relegation line.

The loss came against the Xinjiang Flying Tigers, who had already secured their spot in the top flight for next season. Despite a strong start to the game, the Dragons struggled to find their form and were unable to hold off their opponents' attacks.

As the final buzzer sounded, it was clear that the Dragons would not be able to make up ground with just one more win this season. The team's coach, Guo Hongbo, expressed his disappointment but also praised his players for their effort.

"It's a tough loss, but I'm proud of my team's efforts," he said. "We've been fighting hard all year and we'll continue to work hard until the end."

Despite the setback, there is still hope for the Dragons as they look towards the future. They will need to focus on improving their defense and finding ways to score points if they want to stay in the CBA.

For now, the Dragons will have to settle for the second tier of the league and hope that they can turn things around next season. It will be a long road ahead for them, but they have shown resilience and determination throughout their history.