Guangdong Hongyuan, a team with a history of being a champion in the CBA, is now moving forward with anxiety and unease. To be honest, when you see Xu Jie gritting his teeth on the court, Hu Mingxuan unable to appear due to injury, and the team struggling to cope with the shortage of small foreign players, you might also ask, "Can Guangdong really hold up?" Behind the seemingly competitive record, there are actually a series of problems: high-load operation of the guard line, lack of manpower on the front line, and even young players who have been abandoned need to step up to the "front line". If these problems continue to worsen, the consequences may not be easy to deal with.
Speaking of Guangdong's current guard line, it is simply "a lone fight by one person." After Hu Mingxuan was injured and absent, Xu Jie became the only pillar on this line. Especially in the second stage of the CBA, his average playing time reached 40 minutes. What does this mean? For many players, this is already overloading, let alone a small guard like Xu Jie.
But Xu Jie has managed to bear this pressure, fighting game after game, always staying calm and focused, pulling the team out of trouble. For example, on January 6 against Shenzhen, his key performance helped Guangdong catch up and eventually overtake the victory, stabilizing the morale of the team. This kind of performance is admirable. But to be honest, basketball is not just about one person. Relying solely on Xu Jie will only lead the team into a dead end in the long-term development. The high-load schedule will not only drag down Xu Jie's body but also limit tactics.
On the other hand, Hu Mingxuan's injury is equivalent to cutting off the team's original guard line plan. His absence forces Guangdong to rely on a single core when facing many strong teams. It can be said that the lack of sufficient bench depth on the guard line has become one of the biggest problems at present.
In order to reduce the burden on Xu Jie and save the tired guard line, Guangdong management tried to introduce a small foreign player, but this move did not go well. The newly signed small foreign player, Les, performed poorly in just two games after coming to China, lacking the dominance expected of a foreign player, and was directly abandoned by the team. This mess not only failed to solve the problem but also wasted time and resources. The subsequent introduction of foreign players fell into a stalemate again, making it even harder for the tactical system to recover under high pressure.
Looking at the front line, the problem is even more tricky. Guangdong's front line has shown flaws when facing other strong teams in the league. To be honest, they can barely hold up against weak teams, but if they really meet top opponents like Liaoning and Zhejiang, the shortcoming of the front line is like a sieve, unable to stop them. The team management also recognizes this problem and has recently stepped up dual-line operations to try to strengthen the front line and guard line. However, at this stage of the season, suitable players are hard to find.
At this point, Guangdong turned its attention to the once-abandoned young player Peng Shijun. It must be said that this was originally a talented player, and his average of 22 points once made people hopeful for him. However, he was abandoned by the team due to his lazy professional attitude. Now, Peng Shijun, under the strict reminders of Du Feng and Zhu Fangyu, finally came to his senses and promised to change himself, gaining another chance.
For Guangdong, this step is both risky and an opportunity. There is no doubt about Peng Shijun's physical quality and basketball talent, but professional leagues are not just about talent, but also about attitude. If he cannot maintain focus and effort, the so-called "rebirth battle" will only be fleeting. Of course, judging from his current serious training and correct attitude, Guangdong is still willing to give him a chance. To put it bluntly, everyone wants to see this former potential star shine in the third stage of the CBA and fill the gaps in Guangdong's No. 3 and No. 4 positions.
Speaking of the current crisis of Guangdong, behind it lies a bit of ambition and persistence from the team management. As the head coach, Du Feng is known for his iron-fisted approach and likes to refine discipline and tactics to perfection. His re-use of Peng Shijun also reflects his persistence behind his toughness - even if a player was once considered "out of control," there is still a chance for redemption and rebirth.
Another key figure is Zhu Fangyu, the general manager who not only worries about short-term results but also plans for the future of the team. And this is where the difficulty lies. While strengthening the front line and foreign aid, he has not neglected the cultivation of local young players, which is a commendable dual-line approach. However, the slow progress of the current recruitment effect is undoubtedly a pressure for Zhu Fangyu.
From the current situation, the hidden dangers of Guangdong have gradually emerged. The guard line is overly dependent on Xu Jie, the front line is thin, and the overall lineup is like "shiny on the outside, hollow on the inside." Although the current record remains at the forefront of the league, if the lineup problems are not solved in time, the team may drop the chain when facing strong teams later - or even lose key scores in the playoffs.
However, Guangdong is not without hope. There are still "model youths" like Xu Jie and Peng Shijun, who is on the path to reform and self-improvement. With the strategic planning of Du Feng and Zhu Fangyu, this team still has a chance to persevere, quickly adjusting through recruitment and management.
Hopefully, one day, when Xu Jie no longer has to shoulder the high-pressure game alone for 40 minutes, we can see that spirited and invincible Guangdong Hongyuan again.
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