On January 14th, Beijing time, Liaoning ended Shanghai's 16-game winning streak. Did they really rely on their own strength? They should thank the referees for an unfair victory, as Shanghai's defeat is still glorious. In the game between Shanghai and Liaoning, Shanghai was missing a key player, with superstar foreign player Lofton, arguably the best foreign player in the CBA, absent due to injury. By the fourth quarter, Shanghai's best-performing foreign player, Bradso, who had played for 28 minutes, was controversially sent off by the referee. Despite being allowed to use their "chariot, horse, and cannon," Liaoning almost dragged Shanghai into overtime to level and reverse the game. Even though Liaoning eventually ended Shanghai's 16-game winning streak, their victory was not honorable. This is because Shanghai was playing away from home, and their two super foreign players were unable to play in the last six minutes. Yet, they almost overwhelmed Liaoning and only lost by three points. Shanghai has nothing to be ashamed of; their young players truly performed well, with Li Hongquan scoring 25 points. On the other hand, Liaoning relied heavily on veterans like Ferguson, Wells, and Han Dejun, with no other main players scoring in double digits, and the supporting players' performances were average at best. Furthermore, Liaoning still needed the help of the referees. In the fourth quarter, Shanghai's foreign player Bradso was blown three times by the referee, especially for a foul and a technical foul for diving. Can you blow the whistle like that? Everyone wants to see the players on the court give…

In the world of sports, fair competition is the most basic principle, and violating it is akin to shaking the foundation of a building. On the CBA court, this principle has once faced challenges. In the past, the CBA league had relatively lenient penalties for behaviors that violated the spirit of fair competition. Malpractices such as intentional diving and fake falls were commonplace. There were numerous instances of players' splits, kicks to the groin, and fake falls. Many of these violations did not receive the appropriate penalties, leading to some players becoming increasingly bold in their actions. They used these disreputable means to gain an advantage in the game. Fuge is a typical example. He does have a certain level of skill on the court, but his sportsmanship leaves much to be desired. In a game against Qingdao, he intentionally split his legs and kicked the defender Duan Angjun in the groin while attempting a three-pointer. In the past, such behavior might not have been punished, but times have changed, and now the basketball association takes this kind of behavior very seriously. This time, the bald referee did not tolerate it and immediately called an offensive foul on Fuge, awarding Duan Angjun two free throws. In fact, according to the standards of similar penalties, calling a technical foul and allowing the defender two free throws plus possession would have been more appropriate. Moreover, Fuge's behavior of fouling to gain free throws was not accidental. In this season alone, he has repeatedly received high numbers of free throws in single games,…

In recent times, the domestic CBA league has been experiencing a tumultuous period, starting with Zhao Rui's dissatisfaction with the refereeing decision that led to him shoving a referee and receiving a five-game suspension. This was followed by Zhang Xingliang from the Guangzhou team trending on social media for staying up all night to study English with his girlfriend, which exposed a lack of emotional control and self-discipline. Additionally, fans have criticized the frequent occurrence of unsportsmanlike conduct on the court, such as pulling opponents, tripping, swinging elbows, and diving, among others, all in an attempt to win at any cost. On January 10th, in the 29th round of the CBA league, Guangdong defeated Qingdao 105-96 at home, ending Qingdao's four-game winning streak. Throughout the match, there were not only intense confrontations but also some controversial moments. After the game started, Qingdao took the lead with the outstanding performances of Mickey and Weatherspoon, leading Guangdong 56-47 at halftime. However, the turning point came in the third quarter when Guangdong launched a fierce counterattack, scoring 34-23 in that quarter to successfully overtake the score and ultimately defeat Qingdao Guoxin 105-96, securing their fifth consecutive victory. During the third quarter, Shandong player Guo Qifang attempted to deceive the referees by performing a ridiculous 360-degree spin while defending against Guangdong's foreign player Jilunwater. This behavior was immediately penalized as a technical foul by the referees and provoked the dissatisfaction of the spectators. Guo Qifang, who entered the professional league through the CBA draft in 2023 as a college player, has been in the…

The recent CBA games have left me with four words to describe my feelings: angry and awkward. Why angry? The games have lost their essence! Diving, flopping, malicious fouls - it's like an "Oscar-worthy performance" scene, where the games lack passion and even become laughable. Is this basketball court for playing or for showcasing acting skills? And why awkward? We were expecting intense matchups and tactical brilliance, but what happened? The referees' whistles are incessant, and the games are disrupted by various unsightly actions. If we continue like this, not only will the games' appeal plummet, but the league's reputation will also be at risk. This wave of "foul fever" naturally makes Zhao Rui a hot topic. In a game between Guangdong and Shandong, Zhao Rui, dissatisfied with the referee's decision, directly collided with the referee and threw a towel. This behavior stunned not only ordinary viewers but also live commentators. As a result, the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) handed down a punishment: a five-game suspension plus a 100,000 yuan fine. Basketball enthusiasts might feel a jolt upon hearing this punishment. If such behavior occurred in an international league like the NBA, Zhao Rui could face a year-long suspension or even career implications. But what is the CBA's stance? It seems akin to a parent telling a child who has made a mistake, "This time, you're just punished by not having dinner!" Some netizens jokingly comment: With such lenient punishment, isn't it just encouraging him to "do it again next time"? In fact, fans are no strangers to Zhao Rui's…