The suspense surrounding two major topics of interest has been officially revealed: Will Liaoning's backcourt core player Zhao Jiwei return to play against Jilin, and will new foreign player Patton make his debut?
It has been confirmed that Zhao Jiwei will be included in Liaoning's 12-man roster for the match against Jilin, which means he is officially returning. However, whether he will play and for how long will depend on the arrangements of head coach Yang Ming. It is believed that Jiwei will likely play for a few minutes as he has not played for some time. Coach Yang mainly wants him to readjust through this match against Jilin to prepare for the next game against Guangsha.
Patton, however, will not be able to play against Jilin as his registration documents are incomplete. But there's no need to worry; once the documents are complete, registration can be done quickly.
In front of the camera, Patton expressed that he feels he has integrated into Liaoning quite quickly and is in good condition, eager to play in a match.
Patton also praised his teammates for being very friendly and getting along well with everyone.
Patton speaks the truth; the Liaoning family never bullies newcomers. Regardless of your skills or how long you've been with Liaoning, everyone respects each other, and it's always harmonious!
Coach Yang Ming is taking precautions to ensure a stable victory in the second round of the Northeast Derby. Not only did he lead the team to train half an hour earlier on the court, but young player Huang Qiushi also participated in the team training, which is undoubtedly to prepare for his CBA debut.
Due to the increased intensity of matches this season with four quarters and seven foreign players, the physical exertion on local main players is much greater, especially for veterans like Han Dejun and Li Xiaoxu. Therefore, Yang Ming needs to increase rotations during the regular season to reduce the risk of injuries. Huang Qiushi should get some playing time, especially against weaker teams and those with incomplete lineups, allowing him to practice.
With Liaoning's main outside player Zhao Jiwei also re-entering the lineup for the match against Jilin, Yang Ming is already paving the way for future games, aiming to win again at home against the strong and well-equipped Guangsha team.
Against Guangsha, if Patton can play, I believe Liaoning still has a chance to win. With Jiwei's return and the enhanced inside strength, Patton can compete with the 36-year-old old Boban without falling behind. So I'm optimistic about Liaoning; what about you? Welcome to leave comments and discuss with us!