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With the conclusion of the 29th round of the CBA regular season, the preparations for the Chinese men's basketball team have gradually entered a critical period, especially with the Asian Cup approaching. Fans' focus has shifted to which players are likely to be selected for the national team. Through the performance of the players in this round, many have shown excellent competitive form and individual abilities. Below are five outstanding players from this round who could be key figures for the Chinese men's basketball team in upcoming international competitions:
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Sun Minghui (Guangsha Team)
- Round Performance: 18 points, 4 rebounds, 10 assists, 5 steals
- Season Data: Averaging 14.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 9.3 assists, 2.7 steals
- Analysis: As Guangsha's core guard, Sun Minghui demonstrated comprehensive skills in the game against Shanxi, particularly in offensive organization and defense, helping his team achieve a big victory. His assist and steal capabilities rank first in the league, with stable performances. As long as he remains healthy, Sun Minghui still possesses the ability to enter the national team.
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Xu Jie (Guangdong Team)
- Round Performance: 17 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists
- Season Data: Averaging 16 points, 3.7 rebounds, 7.8 assists
- Analysis: As Guangdong's main guard, Xu Jie took on more responsibility for organizing and scoring in the absence of Hu Mingxuan, showcasing his "all-round" player characteristics. His assist and scoring abilities have reached career highs, especially in crucial moments, making him worthy of national team attention.
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Li Tianrong (Shanghai Team)
- Round Performance: 31 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists
- Season Data: Averaging 16.2 points, 3 rebounds, 1.9 assists
- Analysis: Li Tianrong had an outstanding performance, scoring a career-high 31 points, helping Shanghai extend their winning streak. As a guard, his three-point shooting accuracy is as high as 50%, crucial for Shanghai's offense. Li Tianrong's progress is evident, and he has the potential to become a strong contender for the national team.
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Xu Xin (Guangdong Team)
- Round Performance: 10 points, 5 rebounds, 4 blocks
- Season Data: Gradually becoming a rising star in Guangdong's frontcourt
- Analysis: Xu Xin, standing at 2.26 meters tall, is an interior player with tremendous potential. He made decisive contributions for Guangdong in this round. Despite limited playing time, his performance was impressive. Xu Xin's height advantage and defensive capabilities give him the opportunity to become a pillar of China's future men's basketball team's frontcourt.
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Hu Jinqiu (Guangsha Team)
- Round Performance: 16 points, 16 rebounds
- Season Data: Averaging 18.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, with a shooting percentage of 62.3%
- Analysis: As Guangsha's interior core, Hu Jinqiu is technically well-rounded, especially adept at finishing under the basket and grabbing rebounds. He can make significant contributions on both ends of the court, and his performance has been consistently stable throughout the season. As long as he stays healthy, Hu Jinqiu is undoubtedly an important candidate for the national team.
Summary: These five players, whether in terms of individual abilities or their core roles within their teams, have demonstrated that they are indispensable for the future of the Chinese men's basketball team. Whether it's organizing and scoring from the backcourt or defending and rebounding from the frontcourt, they all possess the potential to play a key role in major competitions like the Asian Cup. Ultimately, whether they are selected for the national team will depend on the coach's choices, but these players have undoubtedly injected new vitality into the Chinese men's basketball team.
Fans, what do you think of these players' performances? Are there any other players worth paying attention to?