The 2025-2026 LG Electronics professional basketball regular season heated up on April 4 as Anyang Jung Kwan Jang delivered a commanding 95-71 victory over Ulsan Hyundai Mobis at the Anyang Jung Kwan Jang Arena. With this win, Jung Kwan Jang solidified their hold on second place in the standings, moving to 34 wins and 18 losses—just behind league leaders Changwon LG, who sit at 36-16. The win also marked Jung Kwan Jang’s seventh consecutive triumph over Hyundai Mobis and extended their home winning streak to seven games, underscoring their dominance on familiar hardwood.
From the opening tip, Jung Kwan Jang set the tone with a balanced attack and suffocating defense. Team captain Park Ji-hoon was instrumental in the early going, racking up 7 points in the first quarter and helping his squad to a 20-11 lead. As the first period wound down, Jeon Seong-hyun drained a clutch three-pointer with just two seconds remaining, fueling the home crowd’s excitement and putting the visitors on their heels.
"Our focus was on starting strong and maintaining pressure throughout," said Park Ji-hoon after the game, echoing the team’s relentless approach. The momentum carried into the second quarter, where rookie Moon Yoo-hyun showcased his flair, completing a three-point play with 34.2 seconds left to stretch the lead to 46-26. Moments later, Han Seung-hee’s three-pointer sent the teams to halftime with Jung Kwan Jang firmly in command, up 49-28.
Hyundai Mobis struggled to find answers. Despite notable efforts from LaShawn Hammonds—who tallied 19 points and 11 rebounds—and Jung Joon-won, who chipped in 17 points, the visitors simply couldn’t keep pace. Their five-game losing streak now leaves them at 17-35, languishing in eighth place and searching for a spark as the season winds down.
The third quarter saw Jung Kwan Jang continue to pull away. With 6 minutes and 20 seconds left, Renz Avando, the last player on the home roster yet to score, found the basket, ensuring all 12 of Jung Kwan Jang’s players contributed points—a testament to the squad’s depth and unselfish play. By the end of the quarter, the score stood at 73-52, and the outcome seemed all but certain.
“It’s always great when everyone gets on the scoreboard,” said coach Yang Hee-jong, who made his professional coaching debut after returning from NCAA Division 1 experience in the United States. “That’s the culture we’re building here—everyone contributes, everyone matters.”
The final period was more of the same. Jung Kwan Jang’s bench players took the floor, giving the starters valuable rest and the reserves a chance to shine. Bryce Washington capped off a strong night with 14 points and 8 rebounds, while Johnny O’Bryant added 12 points and 6 boards. Park Ji-hoon finished with a well-rounded line of 13 points and 7 assists, orchestrating the offense with poise.
For Hyundai Mobis, it was another night of missed opportunities. While Hammonds and Jung Joon-won led the scoring, the team’s offensive execution faltered under Jung Kwan Jang’s relentless defense. Veteran forward Hahm Ji-hoon, who is on his retirement tour, managed 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists in what was his last game against Jung Kwan Jang—a bittersweet milestone for the longtime Mobis stalwart.
“We just couldn’t match their energy tonight,” admitted Hyundai Mobis coach. “They’re a tough team, especially at home. We’ll regroup and look to finish the season strong.”
Elsewhere in the league, the playoff race remains fierce. Wonju DB held off a determined Seoul Samsung squad for an 80-75 win, notching their third consecutive victory and maintaining fourth place with a 32-21 record. Henry Ellenson starred for DB, pouring in 28 points and dishing out 7 assists, while Kerem Kanter’s double-double (21 points, 16 rebounds) wasn’t enough to lift Samsung out of last place. Samsung, now 15-37, continues to search for answers as the regular season draws to a close.
The most dramatic action of the night came in Seoul, where SK edged Korea Gas Corporation 106-102 in a thrilling overtime battle. SK, now 32-20 and firmly in third place, kept their slim hopes for second alive. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with Korea Gas Corporation’s Jeong Sung-woo hitting a game-tying three-pointer with 52.3 seconds left in regulation to knot things at 90-90. As regulation wound down, SK surged ahead 94-91, only for Samjosef Belangel to bury a buzzer-beating three to force overtime at 94-94.
In the extra session, SK’s Kim Nak-hyun, who recently returned from injury, led the charge with 26 points, including six three-pointers. Jamil Warney added a monster double-double—22 points and 14 rebounds—while An Young-jun’s clutch three-pointer and late free throws sealed the win. Korea Gas Corporation, led by Ra Gun-ah’s 23 points and 17 rebounds and Belangel’s 27 points, battled valiantly but ultimately fell short, dropping to 16-37 and ninth place.
The playoff picture remains in flux. If Jung Kwan Jang can secure a win against Sono on April 5, they’ll lock up second place and a favorable postseason position. However, if they stumble and SK wins out, SK could leapfrog into the second spot. Fittingly, Jung Kwan Jang and SK are set to meet in the final game of the regular season—a matchup that could carry huge implications for playoff seeding.
“We’re not looking past anyone,” said Jung Kwan Jang’s Park Ji-hoon. “Every game matters from here on out. We want to keep this momentum going.”
With the regular season nearing its conclusion and the playoff stakes rising, fans can expect more fireworks as teams battle for position. For now, Jung Kwan Jang’s comprehensive win over Hyundai Mobis sends a clear message—they’re not just holding on to second place, they’re gunning for more.