Zhang's 34 Points Ignite Bears' Dominance Over Dynamos, 117-99
Zhang Explodes for Career High as Berlin Bears Cruise Past Detroit
DETROIT – The Berlin Bears delivered a resounding performance on the road, overwhelming the Detroit Dynamos with a 117-99 victory in February 2026 Season action. Fueled by a career-night from Kun Zhang, the visitors seized control in the second quarter and never looked back, handing the Dynamos a disappointing home loss.
The back-and-forth affair remained tight through the first quarter, with both teams exchanging blows. However, the Bears began to pull away late in the second. A pivotal stretch saw Berlin string together a series of impressive offensive possessions, punctuated by a deep three-pointer from Anya Lindgren that ignited a 10-0 run. The Dynamos struggled to find their rhythm offensively, and Berlin capitalized, heading into halftime with a comfortable lead.
Kun Zhang was the undeniable catalyst for the Bears, pouring in a game-high 34 points on efficient 45.7% shooting from the field, including a perfect 21 points in the second half. His aggressive drives and timely perimeter shooting kept the Detroit defense on its heels. Olga Zaytseva fought valiantly for the Dynamos, leading her team with 29 points and six rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to counter Berlin’s balanced attack.
“We came in with a game plan, and we executed it,” said Bears head coach, Markus Weber. “Kun was special tonight, but it was our collective effort and smart play that made the difference. Our ball movement was exceptional.”
The third quarter saw the Bears extend their lead further, with Zoe Sharma orchestrating the offense with seven assists and adding 13 points. While Detroit’s Freya Lindgren dished out a game-high nine assists, the team’s overall shooting woes, particularly from the free-throw line, proved too much to overcome.
“We just couldn’t get stops when we needed them,” admitted Dynamos’ captain, Freya Lindgren. “They shot the ball incredibly well, and we have to be better defensively. We’ll learn from this and get back to work.”
The Bears showcased superior offensive firepower and execution, leaving the Dynamos to regroup after a tough outing.
Key Notes:
- Kun Zhang’s Career High: 34 points for the Berlin Bears forward.
- Three-Point Barrage: Berlin connected on 21 three-pointers, a season-high.
- Assist Masterclass: Berlin recorded 30 assists on 43 made field goals.
- Bench Production: Detroit’s bench contributed just 28 points to the team’s total.