Translation of the article content into English: The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) has announced that in preparation for the 2025 National Games, the 2025-2026 CBA season will start in early December, and the number of league games will be reduced once again. This change, which appears to be just a matter of time and schedule adjustments, has triggered a series of chain reactions in the signing of foreign players, causing many teams to face new difficulties in signing foreign players. The adjustment of the CBA schedule, especially the postponement of the start of the new season to early December, means that at this point in time, the NBA and other major basketball leagues in Europe and America have already started their new seasons. This implies that when CBA teams are looking for foreign players, the range of high-quality players they can choose from will be significantly reduced. In the past, the timing of the CBA season was relatively independent, giving teams more time during the off-season to contact and sign excellent foreign players from around the world. For example, in the past few seasons, many teams were able to finalize their foreign player choices in September or October, giving these foreign players enough time to adapt to team tactics and the competitive environment in China. However, under the new schedule, high-level players who are contracted in European and American leagues find it difficult to transfer to the CBA during the middle of the season. Statistically, in the past five seasons, over 60% of newly signed foreign players by CBA teams…

CBA regular season game No. 24 continues, and according to the schedule, at 19:35 Beijing time on December 30th, the defending champion Liaoning men's basketball team will face off against Guangdong men's basketball team at home. This highly anticipated match is also the first encounter between the two teams this season. Looking back at their last six encounters, Liaoning men's basketball team has a record of 3 wins and 3 losses against Guangdong men's basketball team, indicating that both teams are evenly matched in terms of strength. Liaoning men's basketball team won a big victory over Xinjiang men's basketball team in the 23rd round of the regular season, which is also one of the favorites to win the championship this season. Guangdong men's basketball team also had a resounding victory over Jilin men's basketball team by 41 points in the 23rd round of the regular season. Therefore, both teams have been in good form recently, so the outcome of this match mainly depends on two factors. The first is how Guangdong men's basketball team can maximize its advantage in the frontcourt. This season, Guangdong men's basketball team has recruited three powerful foreign players for the frontcourt. Jilunwater, who is still in his prime, is an offensive all-rounder. If given sufficient ball possession, he can easily score more than 40 points in a single game. Morland is a master at protecting the basket and grabbing rebounds, and he also has excellent playmaking abilities. His "15 pick-and-roll" with Xu Jie has become the most stable scoring tactic. As long as Morland plays…

Recently, according to the well-known Turkish media kurtulusgazetesi, in order to strengthen their forward line, the veteran powerhouse of the Chinese Super League (CSL), Shandong Taishan, has developed a strong interest in the 32-year-old forward Aboubakar, who is currently playing for Hatayspor in the Turkish Super League. This news quickly fermented in both the CSL and the Turkish Super League, sparking heated discussions among fans and the media. Aboubakar, this Cameroonian international, has long been famous in the football world. His illustrious career includes not only the glory of representing the Cameroon national team in multiple World Cups but also experiences playing for several top European clubs. From the 2010 South Africa World Cup to the 2014 Brazil World Cup, and then the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Aboubakar has always been an important member of the Cameroon team, showcasing the unique speed and strength of African players, as well as his excellent goal-scoring instincts. However, despite his commendable performances on the international stage, Aboubakar's form has shown a noticeable decline in this season's Turkish Super League. As a forward for Hatayspor, Aboubakar had an outstanding performance last season when he was still playing for Besiktas. But this season, he has only scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist in the league, which clearly does not match his value and past performances. As a result, he has received much criticism from Chinese fans and the media, who believe that he has not fully adapted to the team and cannot provide enough help to the team. Despite this, Shandong Taishan still shows…

This year's WCBA has been divided into two groups, A and B, which overall has helped improve the quality of the games. However, there is one team for which this does not apply, and that is the Sichuan women's basketball team. Sichuan women's basketball team has made another big investment in signings this season. After retaining the core lineup from last season's championship-winning team, they signed Jones from their biggest rival, Inner Mongolia women's basketball team, as well as Jinniina, Zhang Manman, and other players who have previously been selected for the Chinese women's national basketball team. Players like Jinnana can only play as substitutes for the Sichuan team. So far, Sichuan women's basketball team has achieved 16 consecutive victories, with an average winning margin of 25.2 points. More terrifyingly, their two major foreign aid signings, Cambage and Jones, have not yet played, but they already have such a significant advantage. It remains to be seen how powerful the Sichuan team will become when these two players are in place. In the latest round of matches, the all-Chinese lineup of Sichuan women's basketball team eventually won a big home victory over Shijiazhuang with a score of 100:57. In fact, if Sichuan had really gone all out against Shijiazhuang, a team not as strong as themselves, the point difference in this game could have been 60 points. In the first quarter alone, Han Xu scored 9 points, grabbed 3 rebounds, and blocked 1 shot, showing her versatility. However, in the following three quarters, her playing time and on-court performance did not…

Guo Ailun's top salary is now being scolded by fans, defense becomes a decoration, Liaoning Basketball team's biggest water goods? After Guo Ailun left, the Liaoning Basketball Club gave him the top salary. However, after returning from the national team, his performance was exceptionally poor. In a situation where the team was short of players due to illness, he continued to perform poorly. At critical moments, Yang Ming could only rely on two veterans within the team, Han Dejun and Li Xiaoxu. For Fu Hao, mediocre performance in the regular season seems to have become commonplace. During the offseason, Fu Hao received the Class D top salary contract left by Guo Ailun after his departure. Liaoning also hoped that Fu Hao would continue his excellent performance from last season's playoffs. However, this season, Fu Hao still struggled. After returning from the national team, it's unclear what happened with Fu Hao. Giving him the top salary was meant to be an incentive for him as a pillar player. But now, they still have to rely on the two veterans. In the game against Beijing, whether it was frontcourt and backcourt rebounds or one-on-one defense, Fu Hao was basically unable to stop his opponents from scoring. Fu Hao defends very hard, but the problem is with his ability, not his attitude. He moves slowly laterally. Being short, light in weight, he can't defend against fast or strong opponents. Furthermore, there are offensive issues. Fu Hao is a very standard self-initiated offensive player. Looking at his early years in Bayi, he always played…

Liaoning defeats Xinjiang 115-89 in the CBA regular season, showcasing a strong performance with intense defense and excellent offensive play from Wells. This allowed Liaoning to maintain their advantage and secure a significant victory. Post-game, Liaoning experiences three joys and one concern. Wells' performance was terrifying as Xinjiang struggled to limit him, repeatedly leaving him open. However, Wells was able to capitalize on these opportunities. Whenever he was given an open shot, he made it count, scoring 50 points in the game with 17 out of 31 shots. This scoring prowess is truly remarkable. Previously, Wells wasn't known for his three-point shooting ability, but his recent display has changed perceptions and made teams wary of leaving him open. Xinjiang learned this lesson the hard way. Wang Lanqin also had a perfect game. Despite Liaoning's initial reluctance to play him, Wang Lanqin proved his worth today, delivering explosive offense and defense in both halves. He is now the only other player besides Zhao Jiwei capable of handling the ball and organizing the backcourt. Additionally, he can increase the pace and improve defensive intensity, unlocking his potential to significantly alleviate pressure on the backcourt. It's worth noting that Zhao Jiwei will need some time before returning, scoring 20 points in the game, and there are hopes that Yang Ming will continue to recognize Wang Lanqin's contributions. Li Huoyi also performed well. Although he didn't have a major offensive breakout, his defensive capabilities on the perimeter were strong, allowing him to single-handedly restrict the opposing team's small forward. With Zhang Zhenlin absent, Li…

On December 28, 2024, the 23rd round of the CBA witnessed a highly anticipated match between Liaoning and Xinjiang men's basketball teams. This game was not just an ordinary regular season match but also had a sense of revenge, as Xinjiang had defeated Liaoning 125-105 in their first encounter this season. This time, Liaoning showed no mercy, avenging their loss with a 115-89 victory, securing a three-game winning streak. The most eye-catching aspect of the game was undoubtedly Wells' explosive 50-point performance. From multiple angles, the game showcased Liaoning's formidable strength and exposed some fatal weaknesses of Xinjiang. Here are seven undeniable facts from the game: Wells is the Key to Liaoning's Victory There is no doubt that Wells, the foreign player, was the MVP of the game. He displayed an almost invincible personal offensive ability, scoring 50 points and hitting 11 three-pointers, directly dominating the course of the game. Wells' performance in the game can be considered one of the most explosive individual displays in the CBA season so far. His outburst was not only reflected in scoring but also in leading the team's offense in terms of style and rhythm, driving Liaoning's overall performance. Even when Xinjiang tried to narrow the gap, Wells' key scores always stabilized the situation, preventing the opponent from getting close. Xinjiang's Mistakes Became a Fatal Weakness Although Xinjiang also had a decent offensive performance, their mistakes turned out to be the fatal flaw in this game. Xinjiang made a total of 22 turnovers, with as many as 9 in the first quarter alone.…

Liaoning Basketball's Basic Disc is Solid, No Need to Worry About Winning the Championship! After Reading These Seven Points, You'll Be Clear! The Best Duo of Small Foreign Players! Ferguson: Played 22 games, averaging 25.5 points + 6 rebounds + 4.6 assists Wells: Played 12 games, averaging 24.3 points + 4 rebounds + 4 assists Ferguson excels at strong solutions, while Wells is adept at surprise attacks! This is Liaoning's most reliable basic disc in terms of foreign players! The combination of Ferguson and Wells should be among the top in the league! Currently, the big foreign player has not arrived, and there is a lot of physical exertion, so they cannot fully unleash their firepower. However, when a qualified big foreign player arrives, without any physical concerns, that's when the double small foreign players will truly open fire! What's even more remarkable is that these two outstanding super small foreign players have not consumed the foreign player salary space, leaving Liaoning with ample room and hints for future recruitment of big foreign players! The Strongest Guard Line Combination! Zhao Jiwei: Played 11 games, averaging 11 points + 2.7 rebounds + 6.7 assists Wang Lanyu: Played 22 games, averaging 8 points + 2.2 rebounds + 3 assists Yan Shouqi: Played 22 games, averaging 5.4 points + 1.8 rebounds + 1.1 assists Zhao Jiwei and Wang Lanyu are both national team guards! There are no more than ten such domestic point guards in the entire league, and Liaoning currently has two of them. Moreover, Liaoning has also reserved Yan Shouqi, who…

On the night of December 28th, Beijing time, the 23rd round of the CBA regular season concluded with the last five matches. This night was nothing short of madness, with two games resulting in crushing victories by large margins, and three others going down to the wire before a winner could be decided. The two teams that achieved these lopsided victories were Liaoning and Guangdong, both established powerhouses in the CBA. On this night, Du Feng and Yang Ming emerged victorious, but Yang Ming had an even greater sense of satisfaction. Liaoning avenged their previous loss to Xinjiang with a 26-point victory, with Willes scoring an astonishing 50 points, akin to a god descending from heaven. Despite Xinjiang's recent victories over Shanxi and Beikong, they suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Liaoning, losing 89-115. The game was effectively over by the end of the third quarter, with Liaoning dominating throughout. Willes put on a career-defining performance for Liaoning, scoring 50 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, and dishing out 6 assists in 43 minutes of play. He shot an impressive 57% from the field, including 11 out of 19 from beyond the arc. Of his 50 points, 47 were scored in the first three quarters alone. If not for the lack of suspense in the fourth quarter and Yang Ming's decision to rest Willes early, he might have broken his personal record of 54 points in a single CBA game. Yang Ming refrained from pushing Willes further, as they had already secured a comfortable lead and needed to conserve energy…

Translation: Without Qi Lin and Zhao Rui, the weakened Xinjiang team managed to defeat strong interior opponents like Shanxi and Beikong. However, they suffered a crushing 26-point defeat at the hands of a similarly weakened Liaoning team in the 23rd round of the CBA, with a score of 89-115. This was also the largest margin of defeat for Xinjiang this season, indicating that there were indeed problems within the team. So, where exactly did these problems lie? Summarizing this match, Xinjiang encountered three severe issues from inside out: Misaligned mentality. Xinjiang had previously defeated Liaoning 125-105 without Zhao Jiwei, causing Yang Ming to momentarily lose his composure. Their recent victories against Shanxi and Beikong bolstered the team's confidence. With Liaoning also fielding a weakened lineup and only narrowly winning their last game against Guangzhou, Xinjiang harbored thoughts of taking advantage of Liaoning's weakened state to secure another big win. However, as the saying goes, "A rotten ship still has three thousand nails," and Liaoning is far from being a rotten ship. As four-time champions, their foundation is solid. Last season, before Game 4 against Guangdong, Liaoning faced even more significant challenges. Abdulla played too little. With Li Yanze injured and unable to play for long, and Lawson struggling alone in the paint, Xinjiang should have prioritized the use of their captain, Abudu Salamu. However, Liu Wei did not do so, giving Abudu only 10 minutes of playing time, with just 7 and a half minutes in the first half. During this time, Abudu scored 6 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and…