Currently, Liaoning fans are most concerned about two things: one is the condition of the big foreign aid Patton, when will he play, and how strong is his ability. The second is the injuries of Zhao Jiwei and Zhang Zhenlin.
Patton has been training with the team in Beijing, mainly focusing on shooting, as he just arrived and needs to adjust to the time difference. Before the game between Liaoning and Shougang, Yang Ming stated that Patton would not participate in this match.
It can be confirmed that Patton is stronger than Ture. Judging from his shooting feel for three-pointers, with a record of 6 out of 6, he definitely has a good shot. Combined with his NBA experience, he won't be too bad. Last season, he hurriedly played in the CBA, although he was just a passer-by, but his characteristics were still shown, which is a significant role in defense and actively grabbing rebounds.
Patton doesn't need to score explosively in Liaoning, because there are Foger and Wells for scoring. What he needs to do is to grab more rebounds and provide more rebound security for the team.
Zhang Zhenlin's injury is to the soft tissue around the right hip joint and the gluteus maximus, which requires time to rest. Because he has many new and old injuries, he needs to thoroughly recover before playing again. The team needs Zhang Zhenlin to save energy for the playoffs.
Zhao Jiwei's injury is still serious, and he has to go to the hospital for treatment every day. It's not just a matter of rest, but also painful needle stabs in the chest and throat scope, which is quite pitiful to watch. There is still bruising in his throat, and due to the throat pain, Zhao Jiwei has difficulty eating and is gradually losing weight.
Jiwei is really a pitiful child. It is hoped that he will recover soon under the treatment of doctors. This throat injury actually has a great impact. Although he can practice shooting off the court, it is definitely not possible to compete on the court, which is completely different. In the game, the offense and defense change quickly, not only consuming the body but also requiring a fast rhythm of breathing, which is another stimulation to the throat.
As the brain on the court, Zhao Jiwei needs to constantly shout at his teammates for positioning and tactics. He not only needs body language gestures but also the momentum of shouting on the court. Zhao Jiwei's current throat injury does not allow him to do so, so he still needs to continue treatment.
Liaoning fans are still waiting quietly for a fully recovered Zhao Jiwei to return. It is hoped that every player will not get injured and play healthily.