On the night of January 16, the fickleness of fans was vividly reflected in Guo Ailun. Netizens keenly pointed out that the Liaoning fans now fully embody what it means when someone leaves and the tea cools. I originally thought that when Li Chunjiang left Guangdong, the Guangdong men's basketball team lacked sentiment, but it turns out that Liaoning fans are the same. At this time, it can be felt that Allen himself is more proactive, and mentally he knows that he needs to contribute to the team. First of all, the mentality needs to be adjusted; this is already rock bottom. Given his character, things should turn around for the better. Therefore, I believe that Xu Jie's future achievements should not be underestimated. Both Xu Jie and Guo Ailun are top-notch guards. It's normal for Guo Ailun's performance to be affected by injuries, and the same goes for Zhao Rui and Zhao Jiwei; it will be quite difficult for them to return to their peak. They also need young players like Xu Jie to quickly mature.
There's no doubt that Guo Ailun's injuries have greatly affected his form; he hasn't played many official matches in the last two years, yet his career can still be considered a success. Currently, Guo Ailun's main issue is his shooting; this was always a problem when he was younger. As he gets older, he can't break through as effectively, and he doesn't have the shooting ability. In this game, he didn't score a single point; over eight games this season, he averaged 12.5 points. It's normal for you to average in the teens later on. But what does that prove? In the past, Liaoning had Hardson, Dahan, Randolph, and Buss; with these people supporting you, you could win championships even if you averaged less than twenty points.
Guo Ailun used to be really strong; it's not an exaggeration to call him the best local guard. Moreover, he's straightforward in his personality. Personally, I enjoy watching him play, but due to injuries and being past his prime, Liaoning wouldn't have given up on such a meritorious veteran. His numerous injuries make one sigh at the decline of a hero.
Now, Guo Ailun averages only a dozen points per game, and Guangzhou isn't winning much. What does that show? Guo Ailun has been injured for so long; give him some time. It's normal to lack touch right after returning. However, his rhythm is truly excellent, and his passing is steady. I look forward to Xiaoding's return so they can play together.
It's been almost three months since he last played; today was just his comeback, so there's nothing much to say. Once the top Asian point guard, invincible in Asian arenas, he's now getting old. Guangzhou is actually not bad; even though Guo Ailun doesn't score, his presence on the court still has a positive effect, giving his teammates confidence. They're a promising young team, especially with the strong support of their foreign players.
The spiritual strength that Guo Ailun brings to this team is truly remarkable; his teammates managed to get double-digit assists in the first half. It's precisely because of Allen's presence that the opposing defense is drawn towards him, creating plenty of assists and open shots.
Guo Ailun's return is a good thing, but a player's form requires time to gradually improve. In this match, Guo Ailun was completely out of form. He needs further recovery and adjustment. I hope Guo Ailun continues to improve and delivers exciting performances for the fans.
Thank you all for your continued attention; on the journey of creation, I'm grateful for your company. I will continue to work hard!