This season, when it comes to who is the biggest dark horse team in the CBA, many people would probably choose Shanxi Men's Basketball Team. After all, they have been on a winning streak, defeating teams like Guangdong, Liaoning, Beijing, and Guangsha, with their record ranking in the top four of the standings, firmly placing them in the first-tier teams. However, besides Shanxi Men's Basketball Team, another dark horse has emerged in the CBA. They had a 1-9 record in the first stage, ranking at the bottom, but in the second stage, the team has transformed, achieving a remarkable 12-game winning streak, showing great potential to enter the first tier. Seeing a 12-game winning streak, everyone probably knows which team I'm referring to. Yes, it's Shanghai Men's Basketball Team. In the first stage of this season, Shanghai Men's Basketball Team encountered various problems, resulting in poor performance and a 1-9 record, ranking last in the league. However, in the second stage, the team brought in a new coach, Lu Wei, along with the return of Wang Zhelin and the arrival of foreign players, significantly enhancing the team's overall strength, and they have now achieved a 12-game winning streak. Shanghai's ability to achieve a 12-game winning streak is not only due to the head coach and foreign players but also thanks to the contributions of two young players. This season, they have been in excellent form, with incredibly accurate shooting, playing a key role in the team's victories. For those who don't follow Shanghai Men's Basketball Team closely, you may not…

Shenzhen Men's Basketball Team has been in better form after adjustments, and after defeating Fujian Men's Basketball Team in the last game, they have won three consecutive victories, rising to 14th place in the league. After Coach Zhou Peng returned to the court, he provided a lot of help to the team on both offense and defense. In the last five games, Zhou Peng has continuously scored over 20 points, with a three-point shooting percentage exceeding 50%. The former ace forward continues to explode, truly rejuvenating his career. It is not an exaggeration to say that if Zhou Peng maintains this competitive state, he has a good chance of returning to the national team during the next window period. In the match against Fujian Men's Basketball Team, Zhou Peng played for 41 minutes, scoring 15 out of 11 shots, including 7 out of 10 three-pointers, and scored 29 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists, and 1 block, winning 21 points more than the opponent on the court. As a coach and player, Zhou Peng has become the top domestic scorer for Shenzhen Men's Basketball Team, becoming the pillar of the team's offensive end. Judging from the performance on the court, as the game progressed, Zhou Peng gradually found his game state. Whether it was dribbling offense, mid-to-long-range shooting, or defense and organization, he has regained the form of last season. According to statistics, the 35-year-old Zhou Peng has played 15 regular-season games, averaging 16.7 points, which is the first among domestic players in the team. He averages 6.5 three-point attempts per…

The CBA schedule is very tight, with the 26th round of matches completed in just two days. In this round, there were several key battles, including Shanxi men's basketball losing to Qingdao, Zhejiang men's basketball losing to Beijing, and Guangdong men's basketball defeating Shandong. In other matches, strong teams such as Guangsha men's basketball, Xinjiang men's basketball, and Liaoning men's basketball all defeated their respective opponents. Let's take a look at the specific match-ups and results of this round. Due to several strong teams losing in this round, there have been significant changes in the rankings. Among the top four, Guangsha men's basketball remains at the top with a record of 22 wins and 4 losses, maintaining a clear advantage in terms of performance. After dropping out of the top four in the previous round, Xinjiang men's basketball returned this round and is now ranked second. Shanxi men's basketball dropped to third after losing this round. Liaoning men's basketball, like Xinjiang, returned to the top four after this round, ranking fourth with a record of 18 wins and 8 losses. Shandong men's basketball and Zhejiang men's basketball, which were previously ranked third and fourth, respectively, both fell one place in the rankings after losing to Guangdong men's basketball and Beijing men's basketball in this round, now ranking fifth and sixth, respectively. Beijing men's basketball and Qingdao men's basketball have both achieved two consecutive victories recently, barely keeping up with the teams ahead in terms of performance, currently ranking seventh and eighth, respectively. Looking at the records, apart from Guangsha men's…

The CBA schedule is very tight, with the 26th round of matches completed in just two days. In this round, there were several key battles, including Shanxi men's basketball losing to Qingdao, Zhejiang men's basketball losing to Beijing, and Guangdong men's basketball defeating Shandong. In other matches, strong teams such as Guangsha men's basketball, Xinjiang men's basketball, and Liaoning men's basketball all defeated their respective opponents. Let's take a look at the specific match-ups and results of this round. Due to several strong teams losing in this round, there have been significant changes in the rankings. Among the top four, Guangsha men's basketball remains at the top with a record of 22 wins and 4 losses, maintaining a clear advantage in terms of performance. After dropping out of the top four in the previous round, Xinjiang men's basketball returned this round and is now ranked second. Shanxi men's basketball dropped to third after losing this round. Liaoning men's basketball, like Xinjiang, returned to the top four after this round, ranking fourth with a record of 18 wins and 8 losses. Shandong men's basketball and Zhejiang men's basketball, which were previously ranked third and fourth, respectively, both slipped one place in the rankings after losing to Guangdong men's basketball and Beijing men's basketball in this round, now ranking fifth and sixth, respectively. Beijing men's basketball and Qingdao men's basketball have both achieved two consecutive victories recently, barely keeping up with the teams ahead in terms of performance, currently ranking seventh and eighth, respectively. Looking at the records, except for Guangsha men's…

Recently, according to media personality Zhao Tanchang from the basketball circle, 17-year-old Chinese-American guard Zhu Zheng has registered with the Chinese Basketball Association. Last year, there were reports that Asian-American guard Jacob Zhu proactively requested to join the Chinese men's basketball team, expressing a desire to play for China in the U17 Men's Basketball World Cup, but was unable to do so due to various reasons. Zhu Zheng is a Chinese-American player; his father is from Fujian, and his mother is Jamaican. Born on July 29, 2007, he is currently 17 years old, standing at approximately 1.83 meters tall (data from the player's social media), playing as a guard. Zhu Zheng's father once stated, "I fully support Zhu Zheng representing the Chinese team in competitions; we will definitely participate if there is an invitation." Zhu Zheng's attitude is very firm. (Zhu Zheng with his parents) In November last year, Zhu Zheng announced on his personal Instagram that he had accepted an offer from Alabama A&M University, officially joining the Alabama A&M Bulldogs basketball team, which belongs to the NCAA Division I league. Let's take a look at some of Zhu Zheng's game moments: Superb jumping slam dunk, showing outstanding talent Continuous crossovers to finish a layup Low post single move turnaround jumper made Catch and shoot long-range three-pointer right on target Effortlessly completing a windmill dunk It is worth mentioning that Zhu Zheng has excellent physical talent and often performs spectacular dunks in games. He also possesses good and stable shooting skills. This all stems from daily intensive three-point shooting…

The performance of Lofton in the CBA is enough to see how low the level of Chinese basketball has fallen. It's important to recognize reality and not overestimate oneself just because one can play well in the CBA league. Once you step outside, you'll realize that you're nothing special. The CBA and NBA operate on completely different levels; it's as simple as that. Now we understand the greatness of Yao Ming back then. Lofton is a simplified version of Jokic, with outstanding abilities across the board. However, he lacks distinct features in the NBA, where both his static and dynamic talents are average. In the CBA, though, he's at the top. The CBA is best suited for versatile players who can play a central role, orchestrate offense, and defend effectively. The current CBA is more of a show, an entertainment spectacle. It's absurd to see teams scoring over a hundred points; this isn't a farce, is it? Players circle within their teams, coaches dart around the court, and those in their thirties act as team leaders, manipulating games like performances. Coaches bow and scrape to curry favor, undermining talent. The NBA is the pinnacle of basketball worldwide. What is the CBA in comparison? It doesn't even measure up to the NBA's second-tier leagues, let alone European leagues. The NBA recruits Chinese players for commercial advertising effects. Based on the current level of domestic players, none of them can make it in the NBA. Despite not being signed by any NBA team, Lofton's skills far surpass those of domestic players. American…

CBA's schedule is halfway through, and due to changes in the foreign player policy, foreign players on various teams have been given more playing time, resulting in some very impressive performances! Four players from the NBA, who didn't get opportunities in the NBA, came to the CBA this season and put on some incredibly exciting displays, becoming fan favorites! Fourth place: Chris Chris from Shandong Team averages 22 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game this season. He is very passionate on the court, with comprehensive offensive skills, able to play inside and outside, and explosive physical fitness. He often contributes spectacular dunks in games! Shandong Team's outstanding performance this season is inseparable from Chris' contribution! The flamboyant Chris has become a fan favorite! Chris was the eighth pick in the NBA, selected by the Suns in 2016. He has played for the Suns, Rockets, Cavaliers, Warriors, Spurs, and Mavericks, playing 292 games in the NBA, averaging 18.3 minutes per game and contributing 7.5 points and 4.7 rebounds. Due to frequent low-level mistakes on the court, he eventually left the NBA. Third place: Diallo Diallo from Shanxi Team averages 22 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.8 steals per game this season. Diallo has an explosive style on the court, with excellent physical talent and is very good at breaking through and fast breaks. He often contributes spectacular dunks on the court! Diallo is also very hardworking and dedicated on the defensive end! His all-around performance has also made Diallo a new favorite of Shanxi fans! Diallo was selected…

The CBA regular season has reached its 26th round, with last night's five matches proving to be incredibly exciting. As Beijing defeated Zhejiang, Fujian lost to Shenzhen, Guangzhou fell to Jiangsu, Qingdao overcame Shanxi, and Xinjiang staged a comeback against Sichuan, the CBA standings were thrown into chaos overnight! Seven teams are vying for second place, while three teams are fighting for the final playoff spot, which is twelfth place. Shanghai is making the strongest comeback, closely followed by Shenzhen! Let's delve into the specifics: Last night, Shanxi suffered a 122-129 defeat on the road against Qingdao, ending their winning streak and dropping to third place. The game was a fierce battle throughout, with Qingdao's ten-rebound advantage being the decisive factor. Both teams made numerous mistakes, giving each other opportunities. Qingdao had 19 turnovers, while Shanxi had 20. Additionally, the match was marked by constant conflicts, with three players from both teams fouling out, including Shanxi's foreign player Diawara, who shoved Jia Cheng and received another unsportsmanlike foul, accumulating a total of five unsportsmanlike fouls, which is not good news. In terms of scoring, four Qingdao players scored in double figures, with two of them reaching 30+ points. Weatherspoon scored 39 points, 1 rebound, and 8 assists, while Mickey contributed 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. These two foreign players really put in an effort! Wang Ruize also had a breakout game with 26 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Yang Hanshen easily grabbed a double-double with 17 points and 18 rebounds. Shanxi also had four players score…

Good news has come for Chinese men's basketball as 17-year-old Chinese-American prodigy Zhu Zheng has officially become a Chinese national. According to official records, his nationality has now changed to Chinese. Zhu Zheng is well-known within domestic basketball circles due to his father being Chinese and his mother Jamaican. Both Zhu Zheng and his father have always been eager to play for the Chinese men's basketball team. In an interview in August 2024, Zhu expressed his desire publicly, saying, "I've always known that I have deep roots with China. I know where my father comes from, and whether on or off the court, my heart has always wanted to represent China, which is also my goal." Four months later, Zhu Zheng's dream has come true as he has become a Chinese basketball player. The process was swift, mainly because his father is originally Chinese, making the procedure smoother. It is reported that Zhu will represent Shanghai's men's basketball team at the 2025 National Games. At only 17 years old, he is already well-known in the industry and has the potential to become the absolute core of the Chinese men's basketball team in the future. Standing at 1.80 meters tall, Zhu is a guard who has received offers from several prestigious NCAA schools, including Auburn University. He is expected to aim for the NBA in the future. Among the current batch of Chinese men's basketball players, those with NBA experience include Zhou Qi and Cui Yongxi, and Zhu could very well be the next. According to domestic journalist Xue Sijia, Zhu…

Just now, the well-known blogger "I Love Women's Basketball" posted on social media that Shanghai Women's Basketball Team has signed Guerantes, the main player of Puerto Rican Women's Basketball Team. Guerantes averaged 12.3 points and 3.3 rebounds when representing Puerto Rican Women's Basketball Team in the Paris Olympics last summer, which is still very good. Guerantes scored 20 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists when representing Puerto Rican Women's Basketball Team against Chinese Women's Basketball Team in the Paris Olympics, making her the best performing player in the Puerto Rican team. This time, Guerantes joining forces with Shanghai Women's Basketball Team is bound to bring about certain changes to the current WCBA championship landscape, especially since Shanghai Women's Basketball Team already has two very good foreign players, Cardozo and Bradford, this season. So far this season, Cardozo has been averaging 19.8 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 3 assists, ranking ninth on the scoring list, while Bradford has been contributing 17.8 points, 12.6 rebounds, and 3 assists to Shanghai Women's Basketball Team, ranking 18th on the scoring list. Therefore, the two foreign players of Shanghai Women's Basketball Team have performed very well this season. Now that Shanghai Women's Basketball Team has signed another strong player like Guerantes, it seems that they are determined to aim for the championship. In the 17 games played so far this season, Shanghai Women's Basketball Team has achieved a record of 11 wins and 6 losses, ranking fifth in Group A, only half a game behind Zhejiang Women's Basketball Team, and their points are the same as…