Despite consecutive victories over Liaoning Men's Basketball Team and Zhejiang Chouzhou, both due to the absence of key players from their opponents, Beijing Shougang head coach Xu Limin has been criticized by fans for his use of foreign players. This criticism is particularly pronounced given the recent poor offensive form of Jerman and the lack of ball-handling ability of Omore, which often leaves Beijing Shougang struggling to break through on offense. As a result, adding high-quality foreign players has become a good medicine for Beijing Shougang to solve their offensive problems. Previously, there were rumors that Beijing Shougang considered signing former Shanghai Jiushi foreign player Nong Nali as an emergency measure. Fans reacted strongly to this, as Nong Nali simply did not have the ability to stand out in the CBA. Instead of wasting money on him, it would be better to give more opportunities to young players like Sun Yawei. Now, Beijing Shougang has finally waited for an opportunity. According to Beijing media, after the NBA Timberwolves announced their latest layoff news, Beijing Shougang officially offered a contract to 1.93-meter tall guard Deyshen Nix. Nix was once a five-star high school player in the United States, but as a short and stocky guard, he has always been on the fringes of NBA teams. However, his physical fitness is more than enough for the CBA. If Beijing Shougang can sign Nix to alternate with Jerman, their backcourt issues could be resolved, and it would also allow Chen Yingjun, who suffered an ankle sprain, to rest for a while before returning.…

The importance of foreign players in the league cannot be overstated. Beijing's current foreign players are not performing well. Omer is lazy and cannot handle tough offensive situations. Jerman only knows how to dribble and lacks coordination and organization, sometimes even falling short of Fang Shuo. Solomon is not a number 5 player and cannot hold his ground. With a healthy Zhou Qi, they might manage, but looking at Shanxi, Guangsha, and Xinjiang, their foreign players are truly formidable. Beijing's foreign players are not as effective as domestic players, so it's difficult for them to compete. This year's foreign players are really not up to par; winning the championship is out of the question, and even making the top four is a challenge. Therefore, Beijing must change their foreign players; there is no other way. Coach Xu's on-site command is a weak point. He was the same when he was with the women's basketball team. He is better suited to be an assistant coach solely responsible for training, which he is top-tier at domestically. Every time Coach Liu Wei of the opposing team calls a timeout, Xinjiang comes back with targeted offense and defense. When Beijing suddenly loses power, Coach Xu does not make substitutions or adjustments. After the timeout, there are various mistakes, and they lose in the third quarter. The main issue is that Xinjiang increases their intensity, and Beijing cannot match it. It's an old problem; they fear pressing, causing offensive turnovers and defensive lapses. Moreover, there are few players attacking the basket. In fact, strong teams…

In the previous focus match between Beijing and Liaoning, Fan Ziming became the only player among the team's 12 players who did not play. However, in this game against the undermanned Zhejiang men's basketball team without Yu Jiahao, even though Beijing won by 22 points, Fan Ziming was finally activated to play, but he did not repay Xu Limin with actual actions, but turned into an "undercover" again. In this game, Zhou Qi started for 19 minutes, shooting 8 of 12 for 18 points and 4 rebounds, while Fan Ziming, in his 9 minutes of playing time off the bench, shot 2 of 5 for 4 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists. Originally, Xu Limin hoped that Fan Ziming could come off the bench to give Zhou Qi some breathing room, but after being replaced, Zhejiang took advantage of the situation to narrow the score, forcing Zhou Qi to return to the court again. When Beijing once led by more than 20 points, Fan Ziming scored a goal under the basket with no one defending him, cheered with a fist pump, and looked fierce, which made many Beijing fans "laugh and cry." As the team's top-paid player, it is indeed pitiful to have to cheer for scoring a goal in garbage time. After Zhou Qi's return, Fan Ziming's playing time has indeed been greatly reduced, and if Solomon and Qiu Tian perform well, Fan Ziming may not even get the chance to be activated. In the 22 games played this season, Fan Ziming averaged 19 minutes per game, scoring 7.6…

On January 1st, the CBA witnessed a crucial victory for the Guangdong team, who triumphed over Tianjin with a score of 110-103. This match was both nail-biting and exhilarating to watch. Not only did this victory keep Guangdong's hopes alive for advancing to the playoffs, but it also brought them a record of 14 wins and 11 losses, temporarily placing them at the 9th position. As for Tianjin, they suffered their fourth consecutive loss, with a performance that was nothing short of abysmal. Although they managed to close in on the lead during the game, they were ultimately unable to turn the tide. Guangdong's Jilun Walters was truly formidable, scoring 41 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists. Such a display left little room for comment; he was undoubtedly the absolute core on the court. Everyone knows that Walters is a powerhouse, but his performance today was akin to giving the opposition a lesson. Xu Jie, the young player, also gave it his all, playing for 46 minutes and contributing 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 12 assists. Assists are almost the lifeline of Guangdong, and one can only imagine how many passes are required for 12 assists. Today, he orchestrated the team's offense with precision. Moldoveanu, the big man, also made significant contributions from the inside with 10 points and 14 rebounds, demonstrating remarkable steadiness. He not only maintained consistent output on both ends of the court but also made key contributions when it mattered most. Ren Junfei scored 16 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, unleashing fierce firepower…

Translation of the content: On January 3, 2025, the 26th round of the 2024-2025 CBA League kicks off with a total of 5 matches. Here are the predictions for today's games! Beijing Beiqi Team vs Zhejiang Chouzhou Financial Leasing Team Despite some ups and downs in recent performances, Beijing Beiqi Team actually has a high win rate, currently standing at 17 wins and 7 losses in 24 games. In the last match, they showed strong fighting spirit and good form by defeating the reigning champions Liaoning Bensteel Team, both home and away. Unfortunately, their main guard, Chen Yingjun, is expected to be out for about two weeks due to injury. Zhejiang Chouzhou Financial Leasing Team, after a ten-game winning streak, had their run halted by Shenzhen Marco Polo Team due to an incomplete lineup. Facing the formidable opponent Beijing Beiqi Team away from home, how will Zhejiang Chouzhou Financial Leasing Team cope without key players such as Yu Jiahao, Wu Qian, and Cheng Shaipeng? Prediction: Beijing Beiqi Team wins at home. Sichuan Fenggu Liquor Team vs Xinjiang Yili Dairy Team Sichuan Fenggu Liquor Team mainly relies on foreign players this season, achieving a record of 7 wins and 18 losses in 25 games. They face a tough challenge against the powerful Xinjiang Yili Dairy Team. Xinjiang Yili Dairy Team has consistently ranked high in the league standings since the start of the season. In the last match, their home winning streak was stopped by Shandong High-Speed Team. It should also be noted that some of Xinjiang Yili Dairy Team's players…

On January 1st, Beijing time, it was quite a lively day! Let's talk about the Guangdong team, which really put in a lot of effort to overcome the Tianjin team. With this victory, the Guangdong team still sits firmly in 9th place in the league with a record of 14 wins and 11 losses, while the poor Tianjin team suffered a four-game losing streak. Looking at Liaoning, they were defeated by Beijing, ending their hard-won four-game winning streak, but they are still ranked 5th, while Beijing remains in 7th place. Guangdong overcame Tianjin, with Jilunwote scoring an impressive 41 points and 12 rebounds. In the first quarter, Jilunwote of the Guangdong team really shone as he took the lead. After receiving Xu Jie's pass, he made a cool step-back move that left his opponents dizzy before calmly sinking a mid-range shot. Then, facing the defenders, he confidently launched a three-pointer from beyond the arc, which went straight into the net. Under his leadership, Guangdong quickly widened the gap with Tianjin to double digits. When the whistle blew to end the first quarter, Guangdong led Tianjin 33-21. Jilunwote's performance in the first quarter was amazing, with 9 shots and 7 hits, scoring 15 points and grabbing 3 rebounds, while Xu Jie also contributed 7 points and 5 assists. In the second quarter, Guangdong continued their momentum, maintaining their lead. Ren Junfei received a pass from his teammate and skillfully scored a layup with his left hand, instantly widening the gap to over 20 points. Tianjin was not willing to give up…

Recently, the performance of the Beijing men's basketball team has been a rollercoaster, especially the state of Zhou Qi, which has left many fans feeling mixed emotions. Initially, there was optimism for the season as the team had signed Zhou Qi and Chen Yingjun during the offseason, investing significant resources that seemed to indicate a clear determination to challenge for the championship. In the first stage, Beijing's performance was impressive, even reaching the top of the CBA standings at one point, with a momentum that suggested everything was moving towards an ideal direction. However, recent back-to-back losses have complicated the situation, particularly with Zhou Qi's decline in form causing concern among many fans. Let's delve into Zhou Qi's performance to understand what's happening. Zhou Qi, a familiar name to many, was once one of the top players in the CBA. This season, he has played 7 games, averaging 12.9 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. While these statistics appear decent, they represent a noticeable drop from his previous performances. The most direct impact on his form is undoubtedly injuries. Last season, during the playoffs between Guangdong and Liaoning, Zhou Qi suffered a recurrence of his back injury, missing a total of 177 days, significantly affecting his performance for the entire season. After joining Beijing, he sprained his ankle during the preseason, resulting in a 55-day absence, making it a continuous string of injuries. This injury history has not allowed Zhou Qi to recover his form ideally. Moreover, he has recently missed three consecutive games, not even traveling with the team…

In the 25th round of the CBA regular season's New Year's Day match, Liaoning visited Beijing, which was quite worrying and angry for many Beijing fans. Despite Beijing's eventual 15-point victory over Liaoning, an unexpected injury and controversial refereeing decision during the game left many Beijing fans with lingering resentment. Many fans scolded Wang Lanqin and criticized the on-duty referees for their inaction. The incident occurred at 4 minutes and 17 seconds remaining in the third quarter when Beijing organized an offensive set. Chen Yingjun attempted a three-pointer just before the shot clock expired but unfortunately stepped on Wang Lanqin's foot, twisting his ankle. The referee immediately blew the whistle to stop the game, but it was not to call a defensive foul on Wang Lanqin. There are two major controversies here: first, did Wang Lanqin intentionally step on Chen Yingjun's foot? Second, why did the main referee Li Chengxin, after reviewing the video replay, neither add a defensive foul to Wang Lanqin nor give a technical foul, nor award the three free throws that Chen Yingjun should have received, but instead only gave Liaoning a minor defensive foul? Referring to media person Fu Zhenghao's statement: even if the whistle was not blown at the first moment, as long as the referee reviewed the video, they could still add a technical foul. A few years ago, in the last moments of the Beijing-Shenzhen game, Liu Xiaoyu was given a technical foul, which led to a reversal in the outcome of the game. Beijing's coaches and players were extremely dissatisfied, causing…

On January 1st, Beijing time, on the first day of 2025, the CBA officially crafted the "New Year's Day Battle". Liaoning Ben Gang, who had just achieved four consecutive victories, traveled to the away court to face Beijing Shougang Men's Basketball Team, which emerged this season. It is worth mentioning that on the journey of Liaoning Men's Basketball Team to win three consecutive championships, they have successfully advanced many times by stepping on the shoulders of Beijing Shougang. However, when the two teams met for the first time this season, Liaoning Men's Basketball Team lost at home by one point to Beijing, and their main player Zhang Zhenlin was accidentally injured after being hit by Fan Ziming in the waist, adding more highlights to this game. Returning to this game, Liaoning Men's Basketball Team's newly signed foreign aid, Justin Patton, although he arrived in Beijing with the team yesterday by plane, he could only watch from the sidelines as he had not yet completed the registration process and was unable to play alongside his teammates. With no choice, Yang Ming had to continue to use Fergie and Wells as the double foreign aid, and tried to separate Han Dejun and Li Xiaoxu as much as possible to give the two veterans more rest time. Unfortunately, due to the previous high-intensity battles, many players in Liaoning Men's Basketball Team were exhausted, and Li Xiaoxu was repeatedly penalized for fouls on the court, causing him not to get a minute of playing time in the fourth quarter. Han Dejun, who was struggling…

On January 1st, Beijing time, on the first day of 2025, the CBA officially crafted a "New Year's Day Battle". Liaoning Flying Leopards, who had just won four consecutive victories, traveled to the away court to face Beijing Ducks, who had emerged this season. It is worth mentioning that on the journey of Liaoning Men's Basketball Team towards the third consecutive championship, they have repeatedly stepped on the shoulders of Beijing Ducks to successfully advance. However, when the two teams met for the first time this season, Liaoning Men's Basketball Team lost by one point at home to Beijing, and the main player Zhang Zhenlin was accidentally injured by Fan Ziming's collision on his waist, adding more highlights to this game. Returning to this game, Justin Patton, the newly signed big foreign aid for Liaoning Men's Basketball Team, although he arrived in Beijing with the team yesterday, could only watch from the sidelines as he had not yet completed the registration process and was unable to play alongside his teammates. With no choice, Yang Ming continued to use the double foreign aid of Fergie and Wells, and tried to separate Han Dejun and Li Xiaoxu to give the two veterans more rest time. Unfortunately, due to the previous high-intensity battles, many players in Liaoning Men's Basketball Team were exhausted, coupled with Li Xiaoxu being repeatedly penalized by the referee on the court, causing him to receive no playing time in the fourth quarter. Han Dejun, who was struggling to support the inside line, also showed signs of physical fatigue. In…