With the increase in the number of foreign players' appearances this season, their role in the team has become increasingly evident. The level of foreign players directly determines the upper limit of the team. After 24 rounds of competition, who are the top ten players on the foreign player scoring list? Who is the strongest foreign player this season? Let's reveal them one by one!
First Place: Samner [Sichuan Men's Basketball]
Samner was selected by the Pelicans in the second round, 22nd overall, in 2017, and then traded to the Pacers. He played for the Nets last season, averaging 13.9 minutes per game, scoring 7.1 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists. This season, after joining Sichuan Men's Basketball, he directly took over the team's offensive responsibilities. In 19 games this season, he averaged 36.2 minutes, scoring 35.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 6.8 assists, with a terrifying offensive firepower.
Second Place: Jones [Jilin Men's Basketball]
Jones was selected by the Grizzlies in the first round, 25th overall, in 2010. He played three seasons in the NBA, averaging 3.1 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists. After coming to the CBA, he has played for multiple teams. In 2024, he returned to Jilin Men's Basketball, averaging a near-triple-double with 33.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 10.6 assists, leading the league in assists and serving as the core of Jilin Men's Basketball's offense and defense!
Third Place: Weatherspoon [Qingdao Men's Basketball]
Weatherspoon was selected by the Spurs in the second round, 19th overall, in 2019. He played three seasons in the NBA, averaging 2.1 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 0.6 assists. This season, he averages 38.2 minutes per game for Qingdao, scoring 28.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 7.1 assists, serving as the core of Qingdao's offense and organization.
Fourth Place: Gillenwater [Guangdong Men's Basketball]
Gillenwater previously played for Shandong for three seasons without an NBA record. This season, after joining Guangdong Men's Basketball, he became the team's offensive powerhouse with his outstanding shooting and rich offensive skills, averaging 31.4 minutes per game, scoring 27.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists.
Fifth Place: Brown [Zhejiang Guangsha]
Brown has no NBA record and previously played in Australia. This season, after joining Zhejiang Guangsha, he averages 36.7 minutes per game, scoring 26.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.5 assists, forming a backcourt duo with Sun Minghui.
Sixth Place: James [Tianjin Men's Basketball]
James has no NBA record and averages 39.1 minutes per game this season, scoring 24.8 points, 14.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. He ranks first in the league in rebounds and averages 2.4 three-pointers, performing well offensively.
Seventh Place: Goodwin [Shanxi Men's Basketball]
Goodwin averages 12.1 minutes per game in the NBA, scoring 4.7 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists. This season, he averages 31.6 minutes per game for Shanxi Men's Basketball, scoring 24.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 7.8 assists. He has repeatedly saved the team in critical moments, demonstrating his superb individual ability.
Eighth Place: Fogg [Liaoning Men's Basketball]
This is Fogg's sixth season with Liaoning Men's Basketball, helping the team win three championships. This season, he averages 34.8 minutes per game, scoring 24.2 points, 6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists, performing comprehensively and shouldering the offensive burden for Liaoning.
Ninth Place: Joseph Young [Fujian Men's Basketball]
Joseph Young was selected by the Pacers in the second round, 13th overall, in 2015. He played three seasons with the Pacers, averaging 3.4 points, 1 rebound, and 0.9 assists. This season, he averages 28.6 minutes per game, scoring 23.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.9 assists.
Tenth Place: Peterson [Xinjiang Men's Basketball]
Peterson has no NBA record and averages 25.9 minutes per game this season in Xinjiang, scoring 22.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists. Peterson has strong personal abilities but handles the ball casually in critical moments.
Other Strong Foreign Players
Chris [Shandong Expressway]
Chris was selected by the Suns in the first round, 8th overall, in 2016. He played eight seasons in the NBA, averaging 7.6 points and 4.7 rebounds, but his temper has always been a weakness, greatly affecting him on the court. This has limited his development in the NBA. After joining Shandong, he has managed his emotions well, averaging 22 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists, now ranking among the top power forwards in the league!
Diallo [Shanxi Men's Basketball]
Diallo was selected by the Nets in the second round, 18th overall, in 2018. He played eight seasons in the NBA, averaging 8.6 points and 3.8 rebounds, with excellent physical qualities and strong scoring ability. During Goodwin's suspension, he single-handedly carried Shanxi's offense, averaging 22 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists.
It is worth noting that most of these foreign players are guards, controlling most of the ball possession, which is very unfavorable for the growth of domestic guards. The guard line has always been a weak point for the Chinese men's basketball team. Perhaps we can select suitable players from these foreign players for planning, which will significantly enhance the strength of the Chinese men's basketball team!