On Saturday, January 18th, the 24th round of the WCBA promises to be thrilling with intense matchups that are sure to spark excitement! Shanxi's Intense Challenge and the "Big Three" on the Court The most anticipated event is the direct confrontation between the top-ranked Sichuan Shudao YuanDa and the second-ranked Shanxi Zhuye Qingjiu. In terms of strength, Shanxi is naturally at a disadvantage, but note that Shanxi has a strong impact this year. Although veterans Zhao Zhifang and Wu Tongtong have left, there are young players like Song Kexin, Zhai RuoYun, Huo Juntong, Chen Yujie... These university graduates are agile and adept at charging into battle, bringing a youthful vigor to their game. Although Sichuan is powerful, they are not invincible. They almost lost to Shanghai last time, so they cannot afford to be careless against Shanxi. They will likely field their "big three" and Cambage in full force. The match will undoubtedly be fierce, and Shanxi will not give up strategically. After all, these student soldiers do not need rest, and they will go all out, charging and fighting fiercely. What will the scene look like? It's exciting to imagine. Shanxi does not have to pursue victory; they just need to push Sichuan to exert their full strength, preventing the "big three" from clocking out early, which would be considered a success. Two Coaches Engaging in an On-Court Battle - Who Has Witnessed Such a Scene?‌ Huang SiJing's Dongguan Xintongsheng faces off against Chen XiaoJia's Jiangsu Nangang, a match where both teams are evenly matched and could produce some…

The CBA standings are becoming increasingly chaotic as the second phase draws to a close, marking the final stages of the CBA's 24-25 season regular season. The competition for rankings has intensified, with teams delivering outstanding performances for better records, leading to frequent upsets and constantly changing standings, which can be described as chaotic. In summary, the ranking situation in the CBA can be summarized as follows: a gap of only 1.5 games, with 5 teams vying for the top 4 spots; Guangdong is making a push for the top 8, and the 12th spot is once again shrouded in suspense! The competition in the CBA has become more intense, but the Guangsha team is playing better and better, winning an impressive eight consecutive victories, achieving a record of 27 wins and 4 losses, giving them a 3.5-game lead over the second-placed Shanxi team. Based on their current form, even if they start rotating their players later in the season, their first-place position seems secure! Shanxi ranks second, but their advantage is not significant, leading Shandong by 1.5 games despite having played one fewer game. However, if they give it their all in the remaining matches, they still have a good chance of securing the second spot! The competition for the third and fourth places is very fierce! With just a 1.5-game difference, five teams are fighting for the top four spots! Currently, Shandong has achieved a record of 21 wins and 9 losses, placing them third. Qingdao is fourth with 21 wins and 10 losses, Liaoning is fifth with…

On January 17th, Beijing time, the selection of CBA All-Star starters has sparked significant controversy and farce. Is it true that the selection process disregards a player's actual abilities? Three teams have been severely impacted. Choosing All-Star players should not only consider whether fans support you or your popularity but also take into account a player's abilities, their contributions to the team, and the team's overall performance. However, this year's All-Star starting lineup has indeed caused considerable controversy, with several teams feeling aggrieved because, despite their excellent records, their core players are unable to secure a spot in the starting lineup. Following the announcement of the starting lineup, the two teams most affected are undoubtedly Shanxi and Shandong, currently ranked second and third in the Northern Division. Despite their high rankings, neither team managed to secure a single player in the All-Star starting lineup, making it even more challenging for them to make the All-Star team at all. Isn't this situation problematic? For instance, the starting lineup includes four guards: Zhao Jiwei, Guo Ailun, Zhao Rui, and Xu Jie. The frontcourt for the North is Zeng Fanbo, Zhou Qi, and Yang Hanshen, while the South features Hu Jinqiu, Zhou Peng, and Lofton. Upon the release of this list, Shanxi and Shandong were left speechless. As two powerhouse teams ranked second and third, they couldn't get a single player into the lineup. Is this appropriate? Doesn't Shanxi have anyone deserving of an All-Star starting spot? Take Zhang Ning as an example; he plays with great intensity, has impressive statistics, and ranks…

On January 17th, Beijing time, the 32nd round of the CBA regular season kicks off. The league's scheduling for this round is somewhat perplexing, with seven matches taking place simultaneously tonight. Several of these matchups are crucial for determining the top eight and even the top four rankings, making for a crowded slate of key battles. Below is a detailed schedule and live broadcast preview for today's games! Shanxi hosts Shanghai in a direct confrontation between two dark horses of the season. This is their first meeting of the season, with Shanxi currently firmly in second place in the league. Shanghai's 16-game winning streak was ended by Liaoning in the last round, but the absence of Lofton was also one of the reasons for their loss. Shanghai will undoubtedly fight hard to avoid consecutive defeats, while Shanxi, playing at home, cannot afford to lose. The outcome of this match is truly unpredictable. The game will be simulcast by CCTV5, Five Star Sports, and Migu Sports, with a start time of 19:35. Qingdao faces Beijing at home, another focal matchup as both teams are ranked within the top eight and have very close points tallies. This is their first encounter of the season, and both sides want to seize the initiative and secure an opening victory, which could provide a psychological advantage should they meet again in the playoffs. It is likely that Zhou Qi of the Beijing team will continue to be absent, and whether Zeng Fanbo and Chen Yingjun will play remains to be determined, giving Qingdao the edge…

Due to the decline of Liaoning Men's Basketball and Guangdong Team, there are no super teams in this season's CBA, so the competition among teams is fierce, and games often go down to the wire. However, among many teams, a super dark horse team has emerged. They rely on their excellent offensive firepower, often leaving opponents clueless. For example, in this game, they made 17 out of 20 shots in a single quarter, scoring 49 points with an 85% shooting rate, directly taking a big lead over their opponents. In the CBA regular season match between Shanxi and Tianjin, Shanxi finally found their form and won a big victory over Tianjin with their offensive firepower. Especially in the second quarter, they made 17 out of 20 shots, scoring 49 points. Among them, the tough player Zhang Ning was 5 for 5, scoring 14 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, and 1 steal, winning Tianjin by 17 points in a single quarter. In fact, Tianjin's offense in the second quarter wasn't bad, scoring 32 points in the quarter, but Shanxi was just too accurate, with three-pointers and mid-range shots coming from all angles, making it impossible for Tianjin to cope. In this game, Shanxi played like a wild horse let loose, scoring a total of 136 points, including 14 out of 23 three-pointers, with a shooting rate exceeding 60%. Among them, Yuan Shuai was 3 for 5, Jiao Hailong was 4 for 5, Jia Mingru was 2 for 2, and even Zhang Ning, who was only 2 for 4, was below average.…

CCTV5 Live Broadcast: Shanghai Men's Basketball Team Challenges Shanxi, Lofton Absent, Wang Zhelin Battles Liu Chuanxing!‌ China Basketball Express January 16, 2025 09:20 Follow Thank you for your attention to the latest CBA news and game information updated daily! In the focus battle against Liaoning Men's Basketball Team, Shanghai Men's Basketball Team's winning streak was ended with a 3-point disadvantage. Although they lost the game, head coach Lu Wei was very satisfied with the team's performance. He said that he thought the team played well, especially in the situation of falling behind at the beginning and catching up the score, which showed great tenacity. It was just a pity that the result was not as expected. According to the schedule, Shanghai Men's Basketball Team will still face a tough challenge next, with their opponent being the second-ranked Shanxi Men's Basketball Team. The game is scheduled to take place at 19:35 on the 17th, and CCTV5 channel will broadcast it live. The biggest reason why Shanghai Men's Basketball Team lost to Liaoning Men's Basketball Team was that foreign aid Lofton could not play, causing a significant drop in the team's overall strength. Since joining Shanghai Men's Basketball Team, Lofton has been a great help to the team, with an average of 24.4 points, 13.1 rebounds, 6.7 assists, and 1.7 steals per game, which are also very impressive. In the CBA league, Lofton basically plays everyone out of position: those taller than him are not as flexible, and those faster than him are not as strong. Moreover, he also has a good…

Translation of the article content into English: In the 2024-25 season CBA regular season, Beijing lost 102-129 to Beikong at home, suffering their 10th loss of the season and setting a new record for their largest defeat. The Beijing team, missing key players such as Zhou Qi and Zeng Fanbo, was suppressed throughout the game, with Beikong leading by more than 30 points in the fourth quarter. Beikong's Salinger, Trelles, Zhang Fan, and Chen Guohao all performed exceptionally well, each scoring over 20 points, helping the team end their three-game losing streak. Beijing's Jie Man scored 21 points and 7 assists but was unable to prevent the team from losing. After this match, Zhai Xiaochuan and Fang Shuo achieved personal milestones in their CBA careers for scoring and three-pointers made. Unfortunately, the team did not win on the night of these milestones, which is somewhat awkward. With Beijing's 102-129 loss to Beikong, Beijing moved to 7th place in the standings, while Beikong moved to 10th. In the 31st round of the CBA regular season, Shanxi defeated Tianjin 136-113 at home, securing a two-game winning streak and consolidating their second-place position in the league. In this match, Shanxi's Diyallo played particularly well, coming off the bench to efficiently score 34 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Other players also performed well, such as Zhang Ning and Goodwin each scoring 23 points, Jiao Hailong contributing 18 points, and Giles getting 11 points and 16 rebounds. Despite Tianjin's foreign player Laviet's superhuman performance, scoring 42 points alone, Lin Tingqian getting 17 points, and…

CBA Regular Season Round 32 Schedule for January 17th: Shanxi PK Shanghai, Liaoning PK Ningbo At 19:35 Beijing time on January 17th, a total of 7 games have been scheduled for the 32nd round of the CBA regular season tomorrow. Let's take a look at the matchups and previews! First Game: Shanxi VS Shanghai Tomorrow's battle between Shanxi and Shanghai is a focus match. In the last game, Shanghai lost 114-117 to Liaoning in the absence of Lofton, ending their 16-game winning streak. Although they lost, Shanghai fought back from a deficit at the start of the game, even overtaking the score, which is commendable for their tenacity. Among them, Li Hongquan scored 25 points and 7 rebounds, while Liu Zheng contributed 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 three-pointers. Tomorrow's away game against Shanxi will be another tough battle. Shanxi has made significant progress this season and also has super foreign players like Diawara and Goodwin. Shanghai needs to prepare for the difficulties and avoid a second consecutive defeat. Shanxi has recently won consecutive victories, defeating Ningbo and Tianjin, scoring over 130 points each time. Tomorrow's game will defend their home court and continue to "make noise." Second Game: Ningbo VS Liaoning Ningbo's strength is average, having suffered 7 consecutive defeats with only 8 victories so far, so Liaoning is expected to win. Currently, Liaoning's record is 21 wins and 10 losses. Third Game: Qingdao VS Beijing Beijing has lost 3 out of their last 4 games, with key absences such as Zhou Qi, Chen Yingjun, and Zeng Fanbo greatly…

Translation of the article content into English: On the evening of January 15th, Beijing time, multiple key matchups in the CBA regular season concluded, resulting in significant changes to the standings. Guangsha continues to dominate at the top with its strong performance, while Shanxi climbed to second after a big win, showing its dark horse potential, and Liaoning unexpectedly slipped to fifth. As the schedule progresses, the competition for playoff spots is becoming increasingly fierce. In the home game against Tianjin, Shanxi defeated Tianjin 136-113, showcasing their strength throughout the game. Shanxi led 13-9 at the start of the first quarter, but Tianjin fought back tenaciously, trailing by only four points at the end of the first quarter. However, in the second quarter, Shanxi unleashed an offensive frenzy, with a 16-6 run quickly widening the gap to double digits. At halftime, Shanxi led 80-59, firmly controlling the rhythm of the game. In the second half, Tianjin attempted to close the gap, but Shanxi played steadily in critical moments, once again expanding the lead to over 20 points. Ultimately, Shanxi won by a 23-point advantage. In this match, Shanxi demonstrated the impact and overall coordination of a top-tier team, with Diyallo scoring 19 points efficiently and Zhang Ning scoring 14 points with a 100% shooting rate. In another game, Beijing hosted Beikong but suffered a crushing defeat of 102-129. With key players such as Zhou Qi and Zeng Fanbo absent, Beijing's interior defense was repeatedly under pressure, despite the outstanding performances of foreign players Jerman and Omore. Beikong maintained high efficiency…

Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team will be challenging Shanxi Men's Basketball Team, which is also a dark horse in its own right. Judging from the comparison of various data from both teams this season, Shanxi Men's Basketball Team clearly has a stronger dark horse quality. This game has also attracted wide attention from the media before the match. Shanxi Men's Basketball Team has advantages in rebounds, three-point shooting accuracy, and points per hundred possessions. On the other hand, Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team's advantages are more reflected in steals. Regarding this game, it will be very difficult for Qiu Biao to lead Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team to pass the test, especially in dealing with several advantages of Shanxi Men's Basketball Team. First: The disadvantage in inside rebounds, Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team needs to do better. In terms of inside strength, Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team is not at a disadvantage. However, considering the number of rebounds, Shanxi Men's Basketball Team is among the top in the league, while Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team ranks relatively low, especially in defensive rebounds, which has been a long-standing problem for Shandong High-Speed Men's Basketball Team. How to solve the rebounding disadvantage is a problem that Qiu Biao needs to think about. Firstly, the team should attack more under the basket or create more scoring opportunities for inside players on offense to reduce Shanxi Men's Basketball Team's chances of grabbing rebounds. As long as they can maintain a comprehensive hit rate of five to six percent, Shanxi Men's Basketball Team will not…