The Japanese men's basketball team made a historic breakthrough by defeating China with a score of 74-67, marking the first victory over China in 50 years at the Asian Championship. This match not only rewrote the basketball history between the two countries but also caused a stir in the Asian basketball scene. The basketball arena in Jakarta, Indonesia was filled with excitement and tension as the game between China and Japan in the Asian Cup men's basketball group stage was about to begin. The Chinese team sent out their main lineup including Zhou Qi, Guo Ailun, Zhao Jiwei, while the Japanese team featured Hachimura, Yuta Watanabe, and Yuki Togashi at the core. Both teams were evenly matched, making it difficult to predict the outcome of the game. As the whistle blew, the match officially began. In the first half, both sides fought fiercely, with neither able to gain a decisive advantage. The Chinese team took the lead with their inside dominance, and Zhou Qi's control under the basket gave the Japanese team a hard time. However, the Japanese team did not back down, with Hachimura's breakthroughs and Watanabe's three-point shots keeping the score close. In the second half, the situation suddenly changed. The Japanese team adjusted their tactics, strengthened their perimeter defense, and frequently used screens to create opportunities. The Chinese team seemed to lose their footing, with a noticeable drop in offensive efficiency. The Japanese team seized the opportunity and launched a small scoring spree at the end of the third quarter, overtaking the score. In the final quarter,…

The second phase of the CBA regular season is about to come to a close, and the main event that follows will be the men's basketball Asian Cup qualifiers. The rematch against Japan on February 20th is a crucial match that cannot afford to be lost. In the first match against Japan, the Chinese men's basketball team suffered a defeat with a score of 73-76, which was also the first time in 88 years that China lost to Japan in the FIBA system. The second match sees the Chinese team at home, determined to avenge their loss, and tensions are high as both sides prepare for battle. However, Coach Guo faces difficulties, as choosing the right lineup has become a tricky issue. Here's an estimated list of the strongest 14 players: Many national-level players are currently dealing with injuries, including Liaoning's Zhang Zhenlin and Zhao Jiwei, Guangdong's Hu Mingxuan, Beijing's Zhou Qi, Zhejiang's Yu Jiahao and Wu Qian, Beikong's Liao Sanning, and Guangzhou's Jiao Boqiao. It's unlikely that these players will be able to participate, leaving Coach Guo with limited options for his roster. However, the Chinese men's basketball talent pool is rich, and Coach Guo has multiple choices available. The projected 14-man roster should look like this: Frontcourt: Hu Jinqiu, Yang Hansen, Li Yanzhe, Liu Chuanxing (or Zou Yuchen, Xu Xin) Wings: Zeng Fanbo, Zhang Ning, Qi Lin, Cheng Shaipeng, Li Hongquan Backcourt: Xu Jie, Zhao Rui, Lin Cang, Sun Minghui, Gao Shiyan These players are considered the strongest from various domestic clubs. Playing against Japan should not be…