Yi Jianlian, known as "Big Brother," has been spotted by an enthusiastic netizen at a Starbucks in a scenic area of Los Angeles recently. This is believed to be Yi's second public appearance since the scandal broke out, or possibly his first.
Earlier this year, around December 18th, many Guangdong men's basketball self-media accounts posted videos of Yi and his friends at a golf gathering, though there were suspicions that these were old videos. Observers can refer to the IP address for verification. The people in the video are dressed in various attire, with some wearing short sleeves and others in long sleeves and jackets, which matches the unpredictable weather in Guangdong at the time.
What remains puzzling is that Yi's first public appearance after the scandal was on a golf course, indicating that he was not afraid of being photographed. This is unusual considering his past approach of avoiding the limelight and choosing a cold response.
As for the outcome of the scandal involving Yi, there has been no official statement to date. A well-known blogger revealed that another key figure in the incident has been taken care of with food and lodging.
In summary, although the scandal involving Yi has subsided, it is likely that he will not return to the public eye in the near future, as memories of the incident remain fresh online.
Last August, Yi announced his retirement after a 21-year career and held a jersey retirement ceremony at Guangdong's home stadium. After leaving the court, Yi was expected to be more visible in the public eye than ever before. He even participated in a well-known domestic variety show, receiving widespread acclaim, and seemed poised to enter the entertainment industry.
Despite retiring, Yi remained the undisputed top influencer in Chinese men's basketball, with numerous advertising endorsements and commercial activities.
However, following the scandal, all of Yi's hard-earned achievements were seemingly wiped away. As mentioned earlier, he chose a cold response and did not attempt to refute the rumors, missing the opportunity to salvage his reputation.
Regardless, one fan correctly pointed out: "We do not comment on Yi's off-court matters, but his on-court performance has lived up to the expectations of Chinese men's basketball, Guangdong team, and the fans."
In conclusion, Yi's honors and achievements as a player are untainted by any events and should never be denied. His remarkable story has been eternally recorded in the annals of history!
