The intense second battle between Tianjin and Guangdong has concluded, with Guangdong finally breaking their psychological barrier by securing a 4-game winning streak in Tianjin's home court, avenging their narrow overtime loss from the previous season's final round of the regular season. However, despite the victory, there was once again heated discussion among Guangdong fans post-match, with many questioning Du Feng's decision not to play Xu Xin. Before the game, Guangdong registered 12 players, including their two youngest players, Xu Xin and Yang Yi. Throughout the match, Yang Yi only played for 7 seconds (immediately substituted after committing a foul that allowed Laviet to take two free throws), while Xu Xin did not play at all, leaving many puzzled. To address this issue, let's first consider what Du Feng had to say after the game. During the post-game interview, Du Feng stated: "Tianjin's playing style is very clear, focusing on outside shooting. Once they get going, it puts immense pressure on us. In this game, we did better than before in controlling Tianjin's outside shooting. However, after leading by 17 to 18 points in the first half, we allowed our opponents to close the gap in the second half, falling back into old habits." Du Feng's comments highlighted Tianjin's characteristics as a three-point shooting team. Once they find their rhythm, they can easily go on a scoring spree. Despite leading by nearly 20 points in the first half, Guangdong still couldn't completely stop Tianjin's outside shooting, allowing them to reduce the deficit to just 6 points in the fourth quarter.…

The 27th round of the second stage of the 2024-25 CBA regular season continued, with a focus on the fierce competition between the strong Guangdong men's basketball team and the dark horse Tianjin team. Ultimately, the stronger Guangdong team defeated Tianjin 120-111 thanks to the outstanding performances of key players such as Jilun Walters, Xu Jie, Zhang Haojia, and Morand. It is worth noting that Guangdong once led by more than 20 points in the first half, but after the main guard Xu Jie's physical decline, he was fiercely counterattacked by Tianjin. Fortunately, Du Feng managed to suppress Tianjin and win this crucial away game with the overuse of Jilun Walters and Xu Jie, achieving a four-game winning streak while sending Tianjin to a six-game losing streak. Now, Guangdong's core guard Xu Jie is showing signs of fatigue, and Du Feng urgently needs a new ball-handling small foreign aid to supplement the disadvantages of the guard line and the front line. At this time, the traditional powerhouse Zhejiang team exposed the cancellation of the registration of top foreign aid Kobe Simmons, which undoubtedly gave Guangdong a good choice for the future. Before Simmons' contract became fully guaranteed for the season, Zhejiang still chose to cut this top offensive forward-guard foreign aid. Previously, it was reported that Zhejiang might extend an olive branch to Daejon Nichols, the former starting forward-guard of the NBA's Timberwolves, who was also considered the ideal new foreign aid choice for Guangdong. However, since Guangdong is not seen as a championship contender this season, Zhu Fangyu and…

In the second round of the battle between Tianjin and Guangdong, many fans of the Guangdong team were delighted as the team defeated Tianjin 120-111 away from home, achieving a double kill over Tianjin for the season and also securing their longest winning streak of four games this season. It's somewhat bitter to say that just four consecutive wins have become something worth celebrating for Guangdong, but from a realistic perspective, this year's Guangdong team has limited investment and basically lacks the strength to compete for the championship. At present, Guangdong can only feel their way forward, taking one step at a time. After Guangdong's victory over Tianjin, three pieces of news have emerged. The first concerns the recovery status of Hu Mingxuan's injury. Last year's battle with Jiangsu was costly for Guangdong, with Du Runwang being suspended and Jilunwalt fined. More heart-wrenching was Hu Mingxuan's shoulder injury. After getting injured, Hu actively sought treatment, visiting experts in Guangzhou and Beijing. It was eventually determined that surgery would not be necessary, but the injury would require three months to recover. Recently, Hu Mingxuan has been undergoing rehabilitation training under the guidance of the famous domestic rehabilitation coach Ye En. Judging from Hu Mingxuan's video updates, having a national-level rehabilitation coach to protect him, his recovery progress is quite optimistic. The latest news is that Hu Mingxuan has gone to the Haigeng Training Base in Kunming, Yunnan for rehabilitation. The news actually came from Xu Ziqi, the center of the National Youth Women's Basketball Team, who shared a photo with Hu…

Guangdong Hongyuan's performance this season has indeed disappointed many fans. As the eleven-time champion in CBA history, the slump of the Guangdong team is quite unexpected. After reaching the 26th round, their record stands at only 15 wins and 11 losses, hovering in ninth place. It is clear that the domineering aura of a traditional powerhouse no longer exists. You must know that the Guangdong team was once the ruler of the CBA, with an unrivaled momentum. However, the current decline is truly disheartening. Where exactly did the problem lie? The answer may be hidden in their off-season operations. The team's adjustments during the off-season can be described as a "crash." What is most regrettable is that there were problems in the decision-making regarding foreign and domestic players by the Guangdong team. Zhu Fangyu failed to successfully retain Zhou Qi during the off-season, and even sent away all the foreign players. This move directly created a severe void in the team's lineup. To fill this gap, the Guangdong team signed foreign players such as Barton and Arms, but the results were disappointing. The two foreign players' performances were mediocre, failing to provide the anticipated strong support for the team. Speaking of injuries, the Guangdong team's luck this year has been quite poor. The core guard, Hu Mingxuan, missed games due to injuries, causing the team's backcourt to almost collapse, with Xu Jie supporting the entire backline alone. The mental and physical pressure on Xu Jie gradually increased, as he played almost every game under continuous high-intensity matches. Under prolonged high…

Recently, the recruitment moves of Guangdong Men's Basketball Team have become a major focus in the CBA league, especially the news about the potential signing of foreign player DeShawn Nichols, which has sparked heated discussions among fans. This player is known for his outstanding independent offensive capabilities and has attracted the keen interest of many championship-contending teams, including Zhejiang and Qingdao. His destination will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the competitive landscape of the CBA league. The reason why DeShawn Nichols has become the target of many teams is largely due to his impressive performance in the Development League. Although his three-point shooting percentage is only around 30%, he has shown his powerful individual abilities and comprehensive offensive skills with once-glorious statistics of 45 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists. Such performances make people imagine that if Nichols can bring such a state to the CBA, he will become a key figure for any team to enhance their combat effectiveness. Nichols' playing style is very aggressive, and fans once considered him an enhanced version of Dominique Jones. Nichols' entry into the sights of various teams also owes thanks to the recent layoff wave in the NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves had to cut this talented wing player due to lineup adjustments, which undoubtedly provided other teams with an excellent opportunity to strengthen their lineups. For Guangdong Men's Basketball Team, which urgently needs foreign aid to fill gaps and enhance competitiveness, Nichols' layoff was an unexpected joy. Guangdong Team has previously cut foreign aid Les, which decision freed up enough salary…

Recently, after NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves announced the release of point guard D'Angelo Russell, several CBA clubs have shown interest in acquiring him. According to media reports, Beijing Shougang Men's Basketball Team was the first to make an offer, followed by Guangdong Southern Tigers joining the bidding war. Guangdong Southern Tigers lack talent at the No. 1 position, with only Xu Jie struggling to support, averaging over 40 minutes per game. Therefore, the team also wants to find a player to share the pressure with Xu Jie, and Russell is one of the targets. Guangdong Southern Tigers have been paying attention to overseas small foreign aid information after hastily ending their contract with the subpar foreign aid, Les. They have now officially offered Russell. Russell, standing at 1.93 meters tall, is a point guard with good organizing and connecting abilities, which is exactly what Guangdong needs. However, many people are not optimistic about this signing because Russell has been called a "tank god" by fans due to his slow breakthrough pace and fondness for mindlessly shooting three-pointers with low accuracy. However, as the saying goes, "A change of scenery can do wonders." In the NBA, he couldn't get playing time, but coming to the CBA might be like a bug, such as Shanghai Sharks' Lofton. Bazley, who currently plays for Guangdong Southern Tigers, is also a player who couldn't get playing time in the NBA. Considering that Guangdong Southern Tigers have stumbled three times in a row in introducing small foreign aids, the team management will be very cautious in selecting…

The second stage of the CBA regular season is in full swing, and the dynamics of foreign player recruitment by various teams have become a hot topic among fans. Recently, the name of 22-year-old swingman Deyshon Nix has been frequently mentioned. According to reports, this young player who was recently cut by the Timberwolves has attracted the attention of several strong CBA teams, including Guangdong, Zhejiang, and Qingdao. Several teams have even offered him contracts. However, it seems that Guangdong is the most likely team to sign Nix, depending on whether the young player is willing to give up his dream of returning to the NBA and instead join the CBA. Nix is only 22 years old, standing at 193cm tall and weighing 102kg, a typical "heavyweight" swingman. During his time with the Rockets, he once scored an impressive 45 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists in a single game. This sounds explosive, right? But in reality, his offensive efficiency is not high. In the NBA, where there are many strong players, Nix's attribute as a "ball possession consumer" makes it difficult for him to establish himself. During his time in the Development League, his shooting percentage was not outstanding, and his three-point shooting percentage was only around 30%, which is clearly not enough to make him a top-tier foreign player. Simply put, Nix is not the kind of super foreign player who can easily turn the tide of a game like Samner or Diawlo. However, from another perspective, the playing style of the CBA league is completely different from…

The CBA league has been getting more and more exciting lately! Just look at this intense match between Guangdong and Shandong. Shandong came into the game with a 5-game winning streak, but Guangdong managed to secure a hard-fought victory at home with a score of 98-93. It was quite a thrilling match indeed. Looking at the score, it's only a 5-point difference, which is neither big nor small. But you have to remember, this is Guangdong we're talking about! In previous years, teams would avoid Guangdong like the plague. Now, even a team ranked fifth like Shandong can put up such a tough fight. This makes me reminisce about the time when Guangdong used to dominate the CBA, easily winning by 20 or 30 points. Those days are long gone now. Xu Jie was the anchor for Guangdong in this game, scoring 22 points and dishing out 11 assists, a very comprehensive performance. Jilunwater's 26 points and 9 rebounds were also impressive. However, the most eye-catching performance was from Morand, who had a triple-double with 8 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists. That's not something just anyone can achieve. Honestly, after watching this game, I'm feeling quite emotional. I remember when Guangdong played, it was like adults playing against children, and winning by 20 points was considered polite. Now, every game is a nail-biter. Look at the strength of the current CBA teams; teams like Shandong, with three foreign players and national players like Gao Shiyan and Tao Hanlin, their lineup is no joke. But upon further reflection, this is…

Guangdong Men's Basketball Team has won four consecutive victories, narrowing the gap in wins with the top four teams. However, the issue of lacking rotation options for their core guard Xu Jie remains unsolved. Yang Yi, who was promoted to the first team this season, is even shorter than Xu Jie and lacks mid-to-long-range shooting ability, making him ineffective both offensively and defensively. Coach Du Feng tried him out in one game but did not dare to use him again. Other domestic guards on the team either lack the ability to dribble to the front court or are accustomed to playing supporting roles, unable to share the workload of Xu Jie. Therefore, there is an urgent need to introduce a small foreign aid with ball-handling capabilities. According to several authoritative media sources, Guangdong Men's Basketball Team has officially offered a 1.93-meter guard, De'Shan Nichols. As a representative of tall point guards, Nichols' ball control and handling skills can definitely meet the requirements of Coach Du Feng. However, he is slightly lacking in shooting ability. Since he only needs to cover the remaining schedule of the second stage, such a short-term contract does not require a significant salary investment. If he can develop good chemistry with the team, he will continue to be signed until the end of the season; otherwise, he is likely to leave after the second stage ends. Zhu Fangyu will look for suitable reinforcements from the NBA's February layoff list. According to news provided by Liaoning media, Liaoning Men's Basketball Team's foreign player James Webb III has…

In the CBA regular season, Guangdong defeated Tianjin 120-111 in an away game. Guangdong played relatively easily in this match, pulling away the score through consecutive points in the last few minutes of the second quarter. This allowed them to maintain control over Tianjin throughout the game and ultimately secure the victory. Four players achieved perfect scores in the game. Wat's control of the situation was commendable. When Guangdong experienced a power outage in the second half, he was able to score continuously, suppressing Tianjin's momentum and finishing with 30 points. Xu Jie's performance in this game was much better than before. He didn't play much in the previous game and was recovering from his condition, but he still managed to lead Guangdong's offense with 16 points and 12 assists. Morand remains a solid presence under the basket, capable of finishing plays, grabbing rebounds, and exerting strong defensive dominance. He can dominate in various aspects, becoming the foundation of Guangdong's interior. Bazley is now playing very decisively on the offensive end. Although Tianjin is just a weak team, as long as he maintains his scoring ability and determination, fans will be satisfied. He scored 15 points in the game, and it is hoped that he can continue this form in the future. Huang Rongqi, Zhang Haojia, Ren Junfei, Wang Shaojie, and Du Runwang all gave passable performances. Huang Rongqi was able to complete his tasks in the game, going 4 for 6 with 12 points and 3 assists, and his defensive intensity was also good, giving Xu Jie some breathing…