This season's CBA regular season is already halfway through, and the clear division of strength is becoming increasingly evident. Last season, everyone was still racking their brains over the playoff spots, only finalizing the rankings in the last round. However, this year, it seems that the top eight playoff spots have been almost locked in early, with the remaining matches feeling like mere formalities, lacking significant suspense. Does this make things a bit less fun? Especially for those teams at the bottom of the rankings, the playoffs have become a luxury. This season, the CBA landscape has become crystal clear, with a huge gap between the strong and weak teams. The mid-to-lower ranked teams have almost no chance of a comeback, making them not very interesting to watch. On the other hand, the top eight teams, especially the top three, are the focus of our attention going forward. Teams like Guangsha, Shanxi, Zhejiang, Xinjiang, and Liaoning are very strong, and the biggest suspense now is who will win the regular season championship. Speaking of the impact of foreign players, the rules for using foreign players this season have been adjusted, leading some teams to frequently change their foreign players, such as Shanxi, Shandong, and Shanghai. These changes have significantly enhanced the strength of these teams, even propelling them into the ranks of top-tier teams. It can be seen that competition among the strong teams has become increasingly fierce, and those teams that use foreign players appropriately have become dark horses, especially Shanxi, which is truly exhilarating to watch. Netizens online…

This CBA Round 25 has been quite eventful. The Beijing team caught Liaoning off guard, Guangdong finally managed to defeat Tianjin, their nemesis, and Shandong ended Xinjiang's winning streak, with several players being ejected from the court during the game. The Beijing team's performance in this match was truly eye-catching. Zhang Cairen scored 27 points on his 30th birthday, leading his teammates to a convincing victory over Liaoning. This win marks the first time in 13 years that Beijing has won against Liaoning both home and away. The match was full of twists and turns. Liaoning was thrown off by Beijing's rhythm from the start, creating a tense atmosphere on the court with players from both sides fiercely competing. Zhang Cairen played with great intuition in this game, dominating in shooting, dribbling, and organizing, confusing Liaoning's defense. The other players on the Beijing team also performed well, especially on the defensive end, where they tightly restricted Liaoning's offense, causing Liaoning's head coach to scratch his head in frustration. As the game entered its final minutes, Beijing's advantage became increasingly apparent, with fans on the sidelines standing up to cheer. This victory holds significant meaning for the Beijing team. Guangdong finally managed to vent their anger in this match, having lost four out of five games against Tianjin in the past year. This time, they finally overcame this hurdle. Du Feng's tactics were effective in this game. Although the team once led by 21 points but was caught up, the players stood firm at critical moments, especially in the last few…

In recent weeks, every game of the CBA league has been like a thrilling drama, leaving spectators unsure of the outcome. On one side, we see the ups and downs of former championship teams, while on the other, new contenders are emerging with force. This dynamic not only reflects the intense competition for results but also signifies a major reshuffling within the CBA landscape. The question arises: how long can the traditional powerhouses maintain their depth, and for how long will the new forces continue to assert their dominance? Let's start with Liaoning Men's Basketball Team. In their match against Jilin, Liaoning secured a decisive victory with a score of 102-81. This win not only propelled them back into the top four of the standings but also allowed them to shake off the shadow of their previous slump with an impressive display of dominance. Liaoning's performance in this game could be described as "crushing" – they opened up a nearly 20-point lead in the first quarter and expanded it to 30 points by halftime. The subsequent parts of the game felt devoid of tension, akin to a "teaching match." However, the true significance of this victory extends beyond just the win; it demonstrated Liaoning's ability to make critical adjustments and alleviated fans' concerns about the team's form. The outstanding performances of core players such as Guo Ailun and Zhang Zhenlin served as a reminder that established strong teams do not falter easily. These displays of skill have bolstered Liaoning's prospects for the playoffs. As reigning champions, they clearly have no…

The first quarter of the game saw both teams struggling with low shooting percentages, with the score seesawing. Liaoning managed to take the lead thanks to Wells' excellent performance, but Guangsha gradually closed the gap. The first quarter ended with Liaoning leading by one point. In the second quarter, Liaoning encountered issues on the offensive end, allowing Guangsha to seize the initiative. Zhao Yanhao hit two consecutive three-pointers, and Knight also had an impressive three-point showing, helping Guangsha gradually widen the gap. Both teams maintained a four-point difference throughout the half. Liaoning suddenly fell into a scoring drought in the third quarter, missing multiple shots and only managing to score 14 points. Meanwhile, Guangsha unleashed their firepower, with Brown scoring 14 points in a single quarter. Guangsha quickly extended their lead to 26 points. In the final quarter, Guangsha remained solid, maintaining a 20-point lead, while Liaoning was unable to mount a comeback. Ultimately, Liaoning suffered a crushing defeat at home, losing 88-101 to Guangsha. Who is this general? Fu Hao failed to convert an open layup after receiving a pass from Patton, leaving Yang Ming helpless. Zhao Jiwei shot 1 for 8, including 1 for 6 from three-point range, scoring 5 points, 1 rebound, and 3 assists, with 5 turnovers. Zhao Jiwei's icy touch and lack of form were evident. He performed poorly on both ends of the court in the first half, with poor shooting accuracy on offense and ineffective defense that allowed opponents to score freely. Additionally, he made several mistakes that disrupted the team's offensive rhythm.…

Translation of the article content into English: In the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA), what is the ranking of the six powerhouse teams - Guangsha Men's Basketball, Shanxi Men's Basketball, Beijing Men's Basketball, Liaoning Men's Basketball, Guangdong Men's Basketball, and Shanghai Men's Basketball - in terms of their reliance on foreign players from high to low? Disclaimer: The ranking is based on detailed data, and the order does not reflect the strength of the teams. We hope that some fans will be considerate with their words. Sixth place: Liaoning Men's Basketball Liaoning's average score this season: 104 points Average scores of foreign players: Wells 25 points; Ferg 23 points; Patton 9 points Total average score of foreign players: 57 points Foreign player average score ratio: 54% Fifth place: Shanxi Men's Basketball Shanxi's average score this season: 115 points Average scores of foreign players: Goodwin 24 points; Diawara 22 points; Faye 7 points; Giles 6 points Total average score of foreign players: 59 points Foreign player average score ratio: 51% Fourth place: Shanghai Men's Basketball Shanghai's average score: 111 points Average scores of foreign players: Lofton 24 points; Bradley 14 points; Wilson 11 points; Hawkins 6 points Total average score of foreign players: 55 points Foreign player average score ratio: 49% Third place: Guangdong Men's Basketball Guangdong's average score: 104 points Average scores of foreign players: Gillenwater 28 points; Bazley 11.9 points; Morland 9.7 points Total score of foreign players: 49.6 points Foreign player average score ratio: 47.6% Second place: Guangsha Men's Basketball Average score: 104 points Average scores of foreign players:…

As the CBA regular season enters its final stretch, teams are beginning to clarify and pursue their seasonal goals, leading to a flurry of reinforcements. Zhejiang Guangsha signs giant Boban: Currently at the bottom of the regular season standings, Zhejiang Guangsha has signed the giant Boban. If he adapts well, he could become one of the strongest interior players in the league, giving Zhejiang Guangsha a chance to break Liaoning Men's Basketball's championship defense. Liaoning Men's Basketball and Guangdong Men's Basketball reinforcement dynamics: The reigning champion Liaoning Men's Basketball officially announced the signing of the fourth foreign aid forward Weber to patch up weaknesses. Guangdong Men's Basketball is interested in NBL scoring champion Bart, but fans doubt whether he can adapt to the CBA. Background of DeShawn Nichols and CBA interest: DeShawn Nichols, 22 years old, 193 cm tall, was once a five-star high school player in the United States, but lost his draft opportunity by choosing to join the NBA G League. He has performed in the G League, Rockets, and Timberwolves, but was recently cut by the Timberwolves. Despite being cut, DeShawn's athleticism and potential still attract the attention of many CBA teams. Possible CBA teams for DeShawn Nichols to join: Guangdong Men's Basketball urgently needs to solve the small foreign aid problem, and DeShawn may be an option. Xinjiang Men's Basketball needs a foreign aid that can break through in critical moments, which DeShawn fits. Beikong Men's Basketball has higher goals this season, but their current ranking does not meet expectations, so they have the opportunity to…

Liaoning Men's Basketball Team has been facing a tight rotation in the second stage of the season, leading to the introduction of two new foreign players, Patton and Weber, for their frontcourt. Patton has already completed his registration, while Weber has self-announced his joining of Liaoning Men's Basketball Team and will continue to wear the No. 9 jersey for Liaoning in the CBA. Weber's contract with Liaoning Men's Basketball Team is signed until the end of this season. Currently, Wells, Fugge, and Weber are expected to be the regular lineup of Liaoning Men's Basketball Team, with some uncertainty regarding the position of Patton, the big foreign player. Weber, aged 31 and standing at 2 meters 06 centimeters tall, plays as a small forward/power forward. During the 17-18 season, he had a brief stint with the NBA's Brooklyn Nets, playing in 10 games and averaging 1.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 0.4 assists in 12 minutes per game. This season, Weber represented Pinar Karsiyaka in 12 Turkish Super League regular-season games, averaging 32.3 minutes per game with 15.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 2 steals. He had a shooting percentage of 50.8% and a three-point percentage of 47.8%, ranking first in both average steals and efficiency in the Turkish Super League. However, due to the team's wage arrears issues, Weber will be terminating his contract with them. Additionally, Weber was once a teammate with Liaoning's foreign player Fugge, representing the American men's basketball team together in the Americas Cup qualifiers in 2020. From a technical standpoint, Weber's shooting performance is very…

According to veteran basketball media personality Zhou Peng, there are currently multiple teams in the CBA competing for guard Daejon Davis, who was recently cut by the Timberwolves. This includes two big-spending teams, Beijing Shougang and Shanghai Jiusi. Davis was heavily favored by former head coach Silas during his time with the Rockets but has been a marginal figure on other NBA teams, only playing in the G League. The reason he has won the favor of many CBA teams is twofold: firstly, his physique and playing style are well-suited to the CBA, and secondly, there is also some influence from his time with the Rockets. For Beijing Shougang, German can only shoot ultra-long three-pointers and lacks the ability to break through and create scoring opportunities. Davis' strong physique can perfectly complement German's shortcomings. As for Shanghai Jiusi, although Bradsoe has excellent ball control skills, his age is catching up with him, and they need to find a young and energetic guard to partner with Lofton to maintain the team's recent upward momentum. The competition for Davis has also driven up his value, as the CBA has entered an era of relying on foreign players, with state-owned capital-backed teams undoubtedly having more advantages. According to Liaoning media, Liaoning Men's Basketball's fourth foreign player, James Webb III, has arrived in China and will soon join the team. This means that Liaoning now has four foreign players. Whether they are effective or not is another matter; the most important thing is to ensure that there are enough personnel, allowing veterans and injured…

In the 27th round of the CBA regular season, Liaoning Men's Basketball suffered a heavy defeat at home, losing 86-101 to Zhejiang Guangsha. The game was relatively close in the first half, but Guangsha took control in the third quarter with a decisive 36-14 advantage, effectively ending any suspense for the remainder of the match. Coach Wang Bo has clearly studied Liaoning Men's Basketball thoroughly, pinpointing their weaknesses and exploiting them effectively. Guangsha's forward line had a significant advantage, showcasing the team's potential. In contrast, Coach Yang Ming seemed out of options, unable to defend or attack effectively, leading to a complete collapse of strategy and tactics. Objectively speaking, Liaoning's lineup was nearly complete for this game, yet they were unable to muster much fighting power, especially after being repeatedly broken through their defense in the third quarter, leaving Yang Ming visibly stunned. Regarding player performance, Fu Hao was the first to lead the team astray, failing to convert multiple easy assists, greatly affecting team morale. Zhao Jiwei also had a poor game, aligning closely with Yang Ming's game plan, which made him an easy target for the opposition. He shot 1-for-8, scoring only 5 points with 3 assists and 5 turnovers. However, judging from his performance in the fourth quarter when the intensity increased, it seems his recovery from injury is nearing completion. Foger only managed to score 8 points in this game, with other statistics not particularly high either. Foger's current situation is somewhat awkward; the team's offense is centered around Wells, with Zhao Jiwei and Wang Lanqin…

The 2024/2025 CBA regular season is in full swing, with four matches played last night. Among them, Guangzhou lost 90-103 to Qingdao, suffering an 11-game losing streak and dropping to 17th place, while Qingdao rose to 5th. Jiangsu defeated Zhejiang 99-93 in a surprising comeback, sending Zhejiang to their third consecutive loss and falling to 4th place. Shanxi staged an incredible comeback against Xinjiang, winning 115-110, with both teams ranking 2nd and 3rd respectively. Fujian won in overtime against Sichuan, 132-127, sending Sichuan to their fourth consecutive loss, while Fujian remains at the bottom of the rankings. On January 6th, Beijing time, which is today, the CBA will continue with six more matches, featuring popular teams such as Liaoning, Guangsha, Guangdong, and Shanghai. Here are the specific matchups according to the schedule! Beikong vs Jilin: Both teams suffered defeats in the previous round, with Beikong currently ranked 10th and Jilin pushed out of the playoff zone. In their last five encounters, Beikong has a slight advantage with three wins and two losses, making the outcome of this match unpredictable. Ningbo vs Beijing: Ningbo has been in poor form recently, suffering two consecutive losses and currently ranked 14th. On the other hand, Beijing has beaten Liaoning and Zhejiang consecutively, with high morale and currently ranked 8th. Beijing has maintained a perfect record in their last five meetings, holding an absolute advantage, and is expected to win this match. Liaoning vs Guangsha: Liaoning has been in good form recently, winning five out of their last six games and currently ranked 6th. Guangsha,…