This season, there are only two head coaches in their 60s in the league, and they both happen to be the head coaches of the Beijing teams. Compared to Xu Limin, who has a relatively short coaching career in the CBA, Min Lulei, the championship-winning coach, has not been able to bring the strong Beikong team to the expected level this season. A major reason for this is his failure to effectively utilize last season's best foreign aid, Salinger. During his time with Shenzhen last season, Salinger was highly efficient, averaging 21.8 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 4 assists in just 26.8 minutes per game, and was named the best foreign aid in the regular season after the season. After transferring to Beikong this season, everyone thought he would continue to dominate and help Beikong make a run at the championship. However, as the season progressed, Min Lulei still hadn't found the right way to use Salinger, which gradually exposed his weaknesses. Including the recent game against Guangsha where he only scored 10 points and 7 rebounds, Salinger has only managed to score over 20 points in one of his last five games (against Shanghai). In that game, his shooting accuracy was not ideal, making only 11 of 29 shots for a dismal 37.9% shooting percentage. In the 25 games he has played for Beikong this season, Salinger's average scoring has dropped to 18.3 points despite playing more minutes than last season in Shenzhen. His shooting percentages have also significantly decreased to 45.4%, 31.7%, and 72.7%. In today's CBA, where "whoever…

On January 5th, there are three pieces of news regarding the CBA to share with you. First, according to the official CBA website, Liaoning Men's Basketball has successfully registered their big foreign aid, Justin Patton, who is expected to play in the upcoming match against Guangsha. However, Guangsha's new foreign aid, Boban, is not listed in the registration materials, indicating that his debut will be delayed. This season, Liaoning has encountered difficulties in recruiting big foreign aids. They initially secured Aqur, but his soft playing style did not suit the intense physicality of the CBA, resulting in his release during the first stage. Liaoning had considered re-signing Morand and reached a preliminary agreement, only for Guangdong to offer a higher contract, leaving Liaoning's management in a difficult position. In the second stage, they hastily signed Ture, but this foreign aid's level was not up to par, failing to alleviate the pressure on Han Dejun. Now, fans have high hopes for Patton, hoping he won't disappoint and get replaced mid-season. Patton, 27 years old, stands at 211cm tall and weighs 109kg, playing as a center. He was selected 16th overall in the first round of the 2017 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Throughout his NBA career, he played for the Timberwolves, 76ers, Thunder, and Rockets. During the 2023-2024 season, Patton had a brief stint with Shanxi Men's Basketball. Prior to coming to China, he played in the Greek league. The second piece of news involves media reports stating that Zhu Xu Hang, the power forward for Xinjiang Team, has passed…

In order to revitalize the three major ball sports in China - football, basketball, and volleyball - the General Administration of Sport organized the China Basketball Association (CBA), Volleyball Association, and Football Association to jointly hold the Youth Championships for these sports. The purpose of this event was to increase competition opportunities for young athletes, discover outstanding sports talents, and reserve strength for the long-term development of China's major ball sports projects. However, during the recently concluded U16 men's basketball competition, a shocking violation occurred, exposing many problems existing in the field of youth sports and triggering extensive attention and discussion from both the sports community and society at large. The spark that ignited the incident was a match between the Jilin team and the Zhejiang team. The first three quarters of the game went relatively smoothly, with both sides actively competing. However, in the fourth quarter, an inexplicable scene unfolded on the court: under the direction of Zhejiang team leader Wang Nan and coach Zhao Hang, the players collectively engaged in passive play, completely abandoning their offensive efforts. This abnormal state of play even alarmed the referees on site, who repeatedly called on the Zhejiang team players to return to normal competition, but to little avail. In this situation, the Jilin team scored an impressive 50 points in the fourth quarter, ultimately securing victory. The video of this match quickly spread online, causing a huge stir. People questioned the reasons behind Zhejiang team's passive play and the serious damage such behavior could cause to the spirit of youth sports.…

Officially Confirmed! CCTV5 Backs Liaoning-Guangsha Clash, Yang Ming's New General Debuts, 2.24m Giant Absent After a big away win against Jilin, Liaoning returns home to face the formidable Guangsha team. The Liaoning-Guangsha clash kicks off at 7:35 PM on the sixth, with strong support from CCTV5, and Liaoning Sports Channel will also broadcast live, indicating high interest among fans. The same time as the Guangdong derby between Guangdong Hongyuan and Shenzhen, which CCTV sports channel has refused to broadcast, highlights the difference between reigning champions Liaoning and Guangdong Hongyuan, whose performance declines year by year. Ultimately, competitive sports are about hard power, and teams with underhanded tactics and dirty play will be forgotten and abandoned by fans! Notably, in this crucial match against Guangsha, Yang Ming's new general Patton makes his debut for Liaoning after completing registration, eager to prove himself in the game. Patton said in an interview that his new teammates at Liaoning have been very friendly, and they get along well. Patton also mentioned that he has integrated well and is ready for the test of an official match. Patton's condition is undoubtedly excellent, as he was bought out from a European league and has been playing continuously, avoiding issues from long absences. Patton's debut against Guangsha is timely, as they have three inside players, including two major foreign players and an excellent local inside player. Both Carlton and Knight average nearly double-doubles, and Hu Jinqiu has a rich variety of scoring methods. If Patton doesn't help the 38-year-old Han Dejun, it would be too difficult. However,…

On January 5th, Beijing time, in a CBA regular season game, Shanxi Men's Basketball Team made an incredible comeback against Xinjiang Men's Basketball Team, winning 115-110 to return to second place in the league. Xinjiang had a significant lead of 15 points in the first quarter, which extended to 19 points at halftime and 25 points by the end of the third quarter. However, Shanxi staged a remarkable comeback in the fourth quarter, with a 26-4 run that narrowed the gap to just 3 points. In the decisive moments, Goodwin drew a foul and made two free throws to take the lead, and Shanxi finished the game with an astonishing 41-11 run. Team Statistics Xinjiang: Lawson scored 18 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists; Ilyas Fu La Ti contributed 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 three-pointers; Hegen Si added 11 points and 10 assists; Xierzati had 16 points and 4 three-pointers; Peterson chipped in with 14 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists; Yang Rui scored 13 points; Li Yan Zhe had 9 points and 5 rebounds. Shanxi: Goodwin went 4 for 15 from the field, scoring 20 points, 11 assists, and 7 rebounds; Zhang Ning contributed 19 points and 6 rebounds; Diyaluo had 22 points and 9 rebounds; Jiaers scored 16 points and 7 rebounds; Liu Chuanxing added 12 points and 8 rebounds. Star of the Game - Ilyas Fu La Ti Despite Goodwin's shooting struggles (4 for 15 and 0 for 6 from three-point range), he was the catalyst for the fourth-quarter rally and made the crucial free throws…

On the night of January 4th, it's not just Chris who lost face, but the entire Shandong men's basketball team! Netizens hotly debated and pointed out incisively: The Shandong men's basketball team has been like this for many games with Chris. This person must have some problems in his mind; he doesn't come to play basketball but to fight, with extremely unstable emotions, and he gets angry at the slightest provocation. After watching the video, they didn't even take over the game. What if other teams imitate this approach next time when dealing with small players? The professional level of CBA referees is not as good as our high school teachers back then. Moreover, Gao Shiyan's playing style is really helpless. On the offensive end, he holds the ball for a long time, just passing back and forth outside the three-point line, rarely seeing him pass the ball inside the three-point line. It feels like ineffective passes that basically don't threaten the opponent's defense. Chris was once the eighth pick, but now in his prime, he can't stay in the NBA to play, which must be due to his own reasons. This kind of behavior in the game is probably one of them. Chris is really brainless, and such a player can't be relied upon. Since he doesn't want to play, the Shandong general manager should suspend him for a few games, even Coach Qiu can't stand it! For this foul, will Qiu Biao still appeal and pay the fine for him? All I can say is that Zhao Rui…

Guangdong Men's Basketball Officially Cuts Les, Du Feng Receives Three Good News, Zhu Fangyu is Busy Again The sudden departure of Les from Guangdong Men's Basketball team after only ten days was unexpected, but it was necessary as the team urgently needed a capable point guard. However, there are many factors to consider behind this decision. Guangdong brought in Les to alleviate the burden on Xu Jie, but this approach had its issues. It's not easy for a new foreign player to adapt to the team's style and rhythm, especially considering the different intensity levels between the CBA and the NBA. It's normal for Les to struggle on the court under these circumstances. This situation reflects Guangdong's impatience; they wanted an immediate solution, but basketball isn't that simple. Even top-tier foreign players need time to acclimate, let alone someone like Les whose abilities were questionable. From another perspective, this failed signing isn't entirely negative. It demonstrates that Guangdong's management has the courage to make adjustments when things don't work out, saving time that could have been wasted. Guangdong genuinely needs a reliable point guard, as Xu Jie can't carry the load alone, especially during the playoffs when physical exertion is higher. This matter requires careful consideration since the point guard position is crucial. They must find someone who can genuinely contribute to the team. Guangdong's current situation is somewhat awkward, as they must balance immediate combat power with future considerations. The immediate priority is to scout for a new foreign player, but they mustn't rush this process. They need to…

The second stage of the CBA regular season is in full swing, with intense on-court battles thrilling spectators. However, amidst this excitement, news about the recovery of men's basketball star Cui Yongxi has sparked a new sense of anticipation among fans. As one of the top domestic forward prospects, Cui Yongxi's fame extends beyond the CBA. Initially, he secured a spot with the NBA's Brooklyn Nets and was entrusted with significant responsibilities. Unfortunately, unforeseen injuries forced him to prematurely end his overseas journey, ultimately leading to his release from the Nets. Now, the news of Cui Yongxi planning to return to China has reignited the passion of CBA teams, presenting an excellent opportunity for those seeking reinforcement. Among these teams, Guangdong undoubtedly stands as one in dire need of such a piece. Once a traditional powerhouse, Guangdong now finds itself in an awkward position—lacking the determination to completely rebuild or the ability to challenge for the championship with its current lineup. The team's imported players, such as Arms, Barton, and Rice, have underperformed, falling short of expectations. Looking internally, the team's shortcomings at the three and five positions are glaringly obvious. Even with veterans like Ren Junfei holding up and Hu Mingxuan expected to return later in the season, a stable domestic small forward or center remains scarce for Guangdong. Complicating matters further is the CBA's "single foreign player in the final quarter" policy, which has repeatedly caused Guangdong to falter in the closing stages of games. While they can maintain parity with dual foreign players earlier in the game,…

Despite consecutive victories over Liaoning Men's Basketball Team and Zhejiang Chouzhou, both due to the absence of key players from their opponents, Beijing Shougang head coach Xu Limin has been criticized by fans for his use of foreign players. This criticism is particularly pronounced given the recent poor offensive form of Jerman and the lack of ball-handling ability of Omore, which often leaves Beijing Shougang struggling to break through on offense. As a result, adding high-quality foreign players has become a good medicine for Beijing Shougang to solve their offensive problems. Previously, there were rumors that Beijing Shougang considered signing former Shanghai Jiushi foreign player Nong Nali as an emergency measure. Fans reacted strongly to this, as Nong Nali simply did not have the ability to stand out in the CBA. Instead of wasting money on him, it would be better to give more opportunities to young players like Sun Yawei. Now, Beijing Shougang has finally waited for an opportunity. According to Beijing media, after the NBA Timberwolves announced their latest layoff news, Beijing Shougang officially offered a contract to 1.93-meter tall guard Deyshen Nix. Nix was once a five-star high school player in the United States, but as a short and stocky guard, he has always been on the fringes of NBA teams. However, his physical fitness is more than enough for the CBA. If Beijing Shougang can sign Nix to alternate with Jerman, their backcourt issues could be resolved, and it would also allow Chen Yingjun, who suffered an ankle sprain, to rest for a while before returning.…

Guangdong Men's Basketball Team Defeats Shandong Express, Fans Question the Outcome but Fall Silent Upon Learning the Reasons Guangdong men's basketball team defeated Shandong Express, and fans who were dissatisfied with the result asked questions, but fell silent after learning the reasons. Netizens hotly debated and pointed out incisively and vividly: In the fourth quarter, Shandong only scored four points in seven or eight minutes, without making substitutions or timeouts. In the third quarter, they even used a small player to defend the inside line, not just once. For Shandong men's basketball team, finding a small foreign aid who can hold the ball and score is the key. Yu Dehao can still barely hold on for now, but once he gets injured or takes a break, you won't be able to win against Ningbo. In the fourth quarter, Qiu Biao's substitutions were somewhat confusing. Hou Peizuo, who was useless, stayed on the court for a long time, and Moore, who had extremely low efficiency, was not replaced, resulting in an increasingly deep pit. When Shandong men's basketball team needed to snatch points, they still did not play Gali Chen Peidong, sticking to the rigid tactic of hard finding Chris, which was a mess. This is Qiu Biao's weakness, which was clearly demonstrated last year in Xinjiang. There were no problems in the first two quarters, but starting from the third quarter, it began to falter, and every time it reached the fourth quarter, he wouldn't know how to command. Jilunwote and Bazley really can't handle high-level games; with just a…