Shandong Men's Basketball Team has achieved the second place in the entire league this season, and they really need to thank Guangzhou Men's Basketball Team for their clearance sale during the offseason last year. At that time, Guangzhou sent away many of their core players, and Guo Kai joined Shandong Men's Basketball Team. It was originally thought that under the circumstances where Tao Hanlin, an experienced inside player, was present in the team, Guo Kai might not get too many opportunities. However, under the guidance of Qiu Biao, Guo Kai has now replaced Tao Hanlin and become the number one domestic inside player in Shandong. In the recent game where Shandong defeated Jiangsu 102-86, Guo Kai started and played for 33 minutes, shooting 4 out of 6 for a total of 13 points, 10 rebounds, 1 steal, and 2 blocks, with a +24 plus-minus value tied for first on the team with Moore. In the absence of Chris, his partnership with Kumajie in the frontcourt also helped Shandong successfully defend their home court. Although Guo Kai is only 2.05 meters tall, his efforts in rebounding and his positive attitude in defense over the past few years under the tutelage of Guo Shiqiang have indeed won unanimous recognition from fans. This season, he averages 7.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1.2 steals per game in 27.8 minutes of playing time, with a shooting percentage of 56.9%, which is even better than Tao Hanlin (who averages only 6.3 points and 3.8 rebounds this season). During the offseason last year, Shandong Men's…

CBA Draft: A Stage for Geniuses or a Trap for Potential? After watching Guangzhou Longtai Hai Ben's away victory over Jiangsu Kediania, many people couldn't help but ask: Is the CBA draft a stage for geniuses or a trap that buries potential? Li Xiangbo scored 16 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, made 2 assists, and had 2 steals, delivering a perfect performance. This former second-round pick has now proven his worth on the court, completely embarrassing those who once underestimated him. Especially Shandong team, who chose Zheng Xiaoyao instead of Li Xiangbo, which now seems like a decision that backfired. In the game, Guangzhou not only ended their 11-game losing streak, but Li Xiangbo also became the highlight of the match with his individual efforts. He is not a traditional star player; in fact, he didn't even have the qualifications to enter the first round of the draft. But this once underrated young player has now shown a growth rate beyond expectations. Behind this is both personal effort and the cultivation of the team. The "after-effects" of Shandong missing out on him are slowly coming to light. At the 2019 CBA draft conference, Li Xiangbo was selected by the Guangdong team in the second round. At that time, his ranking was so low that almost no one paid attention. For a player who did not perform outstandingly in college, many team management believed that he might find it difficult to establish himself on the CBA court. However, facts have proved that "gold will always shine," and his low draft position not…

Shandong Team Faces a Major Crisis as Key Players Gaili, Guo Kai, and Gao Shiyan Suffer Injuries, Testing Coach Qiu Biao's Capabilities Shandong team has recently impressed with their performance, especially on the defensive end, which has been remarkable. Despite initial skepticism from many, Shandong has emerged as a dark horse, with their strength rapidly increasing. Their defense is well-recognized within the league, particularly in terms of steals, where they are unmatched. Furthermore, their rebounding, especially on the offensive boards, has shown significant improvement, effectively neutralizing opponents' second-wave attacks throughout games. The new additions to the team have been like divine reinforcements—Guo Kai's arrival has significantly strengthened the frontline, while Chris has contributed more scoring and rebounding support. The arrivals of Yu Dehao and Gaili, along with the growth of Chen Peidong and the addition of Xie Zhijie, have injected fresh energy into the team. However, as Shandong's momentum grew, no one could have predicted the major crisis they would face—several key players suffering injuries, causing great concern! Gaili, although performing somewhat during matches, surprisingly requested to be substituted in a critical moment due to an incomplete recovery from a leg injury. Gao Shiyan, who gave his all in the game, failed to score throughout and had difficulty shooting, which can be seen as fate playing tricks on him. His recurring injuries and complete physical exhaustion made him a liability on the defensive end. As for Guo Kai, he missed the game entirely due to injury, significantly weakening the team's frontline. The injuries to these three core players have placed…

A Sigh, 15-Year Veteran Tao Hanlin: Why Is There Only a Lonely Back in the Applause?‌ With a record of 19 wins and 8 losses, temporarily ranking third in the standings, this season's Shandong men's basketball team has impressed everyone with both its performance and the team's spirit. Coach Qiu Biao has been strategic, the four foreign players have been diligent, and domestic players such as Gao Shiyan, Guo Kai, and Yu Dehao have also given their all, creating a convincing performance. However, it seems that all of this has little to do with one person, or perhaps not much at all. If it were just an inconsequential role player, it might not be so frustrating for everyone. But he was once the core of Shandong men's basketball team and even became a signature player at one point, which makes people feel helpless. This is the power forward: Little Shark Tao Hanlin. 1. Data Performance So Far This Season In the 25 games played, Tao Hanlin averages 18.2 minutes of playing time, scoring 6.6 points, grabbing 3.8 rebounds, assisting 1.0 times, and blocking 0.7 times. Whether it's playing time or data contribution, combined with past seasons' performances, it's almost a cliff-like decline! This data is basically on par with the 11-12 season! (Average of 17.3 minutes, 6.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 0.4 assists) But back then, Tao Hanlin was only 20 years old and basically still in his rookie stage. You should know that three years ago, Tao Hanlin was still the undisputed tactical and spiritual double-core of Shandong men's basketball…