Translation of the article content into English: With Guangdong's 85:77 victory over Guangzhou and Fujian's 121:117 win against Sichuan, the 31st round of the CBA has now concluded. Let's take a look at the latest standings in the CBA. Latest Standings After Round 31 Appearing as if all 12 teams can compete for the championship This year's CBA regular season has already "eliminated" the suspense of the playoff race quite early, with the top 12 teams remaining stable and no 13th team vying for a playoff spot. Looking at the records of the top 12 teams, the gap between them is not significant, giving the impression that any of these 12 teams could potentially compete for the CBA championship this season! However, this is not the case. A team that truly wants to compete for the championship and is capable of doing so must meet three conditions: mental preparation, personnel preparation, and energy reserve. This season, only five teams have such reserves. Only Five Teams Competing for the Championship Liaoning Team: As the defending champions, their goal is singular – to defend their title. There can be no other objective for Liaoning Team. As a team that has won three consecutive championships, they remain the biggest favorites to win the championship this season. Guangsha Team: Guangsha Team declared their intention to compete for the championship at the beginning of the season and has indeed invested in foreign players. Currently ranked first in the standings, Bo Ban is also in place, making them the team with the smoothest progress thus far.…

In the CBA arena, referees' decisions often become a hot topic among fans. Recently, the match between Xinjiang and Tongxi teams has once again brought this issue to the forefront. During the second quarter of the game, Xinjiang player Qi Lin was penalized by the referee for a controversial foul during a defensive play, which triggered an emotional outburst from him. Qi Lin angrily threw a punch, followed by a technical foul and his immediate return to the locker room, shocking the fans and spectators present. More dramatically, his brief message "39" posted on social media in the locker room sparked speculation among many fans, who believed that the number referred to the referee of the game, Yang Hongfeng. The refereeing issues behind the game are evident. As a focal point referee in the CBA this season, Yang Hongfeng's decisions have been repeatedly questioned. His lack of control in crucial moments has caused dissatisfaction among players, coaches, and even fans. The role of the referee is not only as the "judge" of the game but also crucial to its fairness and entertainment value. Frequent controversial decisions not only harm the interests of players and teams but also affect the overall image and credibility of the CBA league. It is clear that the CBA league management must take this issue seriously and take effective measures to improve it. Against this backdrop, the Xinjiang team decided to appeal to the league, requesting a retrial of Qi Lin's controversial penalty. If it is ultimately confirmed that there was indeed a misjudgment, Qi Lin's…

In last night's fierce battle between Xinjiang and Nanjing Tongxi, Qi Lin became the "main culprit" for Xinjiang's defeat. In this game, Qi Lin performed quite poorly, playing 11 minutes in the first half with only 1 out of 4 three-pointers made, 1 out of 5 shots made for a total of 5 points, and committing 4 fouls. Throughout the game, he made only 2 out of 10 shots for a total of 7 points, committed 5 fouls, and had the lowest plus-minus value on the team at -12. When Qi Lin was substituted off the court, it was the fastest stage for Xinjiang to catch up in points. However, when Qi Lin was on the court, Xinjiang was mostly suppressed by Tongxi. In the second quarter of the game, Qi Lin also went berserk due to dissatisfaction with the referee's decision, earning a technical foul and angrily wanting to fight the referee. Fortunately, Liu Wei and Abudu Salamu intervened in time to prevent a major disaster. To avoid another outburst from Qi Lin, who had already received a technical foul, Xinjiang decided to send him back to the locker room to cool down. However, after leaving the court, Qi Lin did not calm down. Upon returning to the locker room, he picked up his phone and criticized the on-duty head referee, Yang Hongfeng with jersey number 39, online, posting the number "39" on social media. Although Qi Lin deleted this post after the game, it had already caused significant controversy during the match. After the game, Qi Lin also…

Last night, Xinjiang Men's Basketball Team suffered another upset defeat. After unexpectedly losing to Fujian, who ranked last in the previous round, they lost again to Nanjing Tongxi, who were also ranked lower. The loss was very regrettable and should not have happened. Liu Wei summarized the game very briefly, saying that they had prepared for difficulties, but did not expect them to be so great. In fact, the Xinjiang team, playing away from home, did not perform badly. They drew with Tongxi in the first half, with a score of 58 each. By the third quarter, Xinjiang only lost by one point, keeping the suspense alive. The fourth quarter was fiercely contested, with too many mistakes made, ultimately losing by 6 points and suffering their second consecutive defeat. This game was very strange for the Xinjiang team. Their shooting percentage and three-point percentage were both higher than their opponents, they won 4 more rebounds, and had more shots throughout the game. However, they made 4 more turnovers than their opponents. Where exactly did Xinjiang lose? A careful look at the data reveals that they lost on free throws, not only taking 12 fewer attempts than Tongxi, but also having a lower free throw percentage, losing 12 points just from free throws alone. Even with the free throw losses, if the Xinjiang players could manage their emotions better and play with more focus and calmness, they could have easily defeated Tongxi. Unfortunately, their toxic player ruined the game. This toxic player is Qi Lin, a seemingly civilized young player who…

On January 1, 2025, a scene unfolded during the match between Xinjiang and Shandong teams that left an impression. Xinjiang team's core player Zhao Rui, after scoring a layup, disputed the referee's decision and, in a fit of emotional agitation, made an aggressive move against the referee, resulting in his disqualification from the game. Subsequently, Zhao Rui engaged in a verbal altercation with netizens on social media, exacerbating the negative impact of the incident. Such an impulsive act not only brought severe consequences for himself, his team, but also had a ripple effect on the entire CBA league. We can't help but ask, why would a professional player like Zhao Rui lose control to such an extent? As a leader and core member of the team, he should set an example for his teammates, maintaining professional restraint at all times. Unfortunately, a moment of impulse led him to commit an egregious act, not only bringing harsh punishment upon himself but also casting a shadow over Xinjiang's championship aspirations this year. The severity of Zhao Rui's five-game suspension is unprecedented, demonstrating the CBA's zero-tolerance stance towards misconduct. The league's strict handling serves as both a punishment for Zhao Rui's excessive behavior and a warning to all players and coaches to remain calm and respect the authority of referees. After all, only by adhering to discipline can we foster a good competitive environment and uphold the fairness and justice of the league. Zhao Rui's absence undoubtedly poses a significant challenge to the Xinjiang team. As a key guard, his loss will have…

On the night when the New Year's bell of 2025 just rang, the CBA regular season ushered in a focus match - Xinjiang team at home against Shandong men's basketball team. This game is not only related to the ranking of the two teams, but also because of the grudges and feuds of famous generals such as Qiu Biao and Yu Dehao in the past, it has attracted much attention. However, at such a moment when everyone is paying attention, Zhao Rui's conflict with the referee unexpectedly became the focus of the whole basketball world. Zhao Rui was ejected from the court due to his dissatisfaction with the referee's decision, which not only shattered Xinjiang team's dream of 14 consecutive victories, but also pushed the CBA referees' control ability and refereeing standards to the forefront again. So, what unknown stories are hidden behind this turmoil? Let's uncover the mysterious veil of this CBA focus battle together. At the beginning of the new year, the CBA regular season presented a visual feast for the fans. Xinjiang team and Shandong men's basketball team, two super strong teams that performed well this season, met in a narrow road on the special day of New Year's Day. Under the leadership of Qiu Biao last season, although Xinjiang team failed to win the championship, their overall strength has been significantly improved. On the other hand, Shandong men's basketball team showed strong competitiveness at the beginning of the season and made great progress all the way. The confrontation between the two teams undoubtedly attracted the attention…

On January 7th, Beijing time, Zhang Ning continued to have a big explosion, but there was no smile on his face. He has been targeted by referees for three consecutive games and criticized after being named, now he has really become a negative example. Shanxi team recently played several wonderful games, including the previous 25-point comeback against Xinjiang, and now they have won a tough victory against Fujian. Looking at the data from these recent games, Zhang Ning played well, scoring 19 points with 6 rebounds and 1 assist against Xinjiang with 16 shots made out of 7 attempts, but his three-point shooting was a bit embarrassing with only 1 out of 8 shots made. Now against Fujian, he scored 21 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists, making 11 out of 6 shots and 3 out of 7 three-pointers. These two games can be considered as playing at the expected level. Including the previous game against Qingdao, Zhang Ning scored 20 points, but Shanxi suffered a crushing defeat. The combined statistics of the two games were 40 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists, totaling 60 points in three games. However, Zhang Ning's playing time has been significantly reduced in these few games. This season, he is known as Shanxi's workhorse, previously having a lot of playing time, but he only played 28 minutes against Xinjiang, why? Because he was ejected after committing six fouls in just 28 minutes. In the previous game where Shanxi faced Qingdao, they were blown out by Qingdao, and Zhang Ning was even more exaggerated,…

The championship puzzle of Xinjiang men's basketball team has a conspicuous blank, and the name of this blank is Zhao Rui. The once-promising strong guard now has to temporarily leave the court due to a collision with the referee. A five-game suspension and a fine of ten thousand yuan, this is not only a personal loss for Zhao Rui but also a heavy blow to Xinjiang's championship aspirations. Let's first review this conflict incident. During a critical moment in the game, Zhao Rui's layup was interfered with by an opposing player. He believed that the opponent had fouled, but the referee did not call it. Zhao Rui's emotions exploded instantly. He first loudly complained to the referee and then directly used his body to collide with the referee. This scene stunned the fans at the scene and viewers in front of the TV. Was there any controversy in the referee's decision? Was Zhao Rui's behavior too aggressive? For a while, various comments and analyses filled the internet. In fact, similar conflicts between players and referees are not uncommon in the history of the CBA. Some players, dissatisfied with the refereeing, will complain or argue with the referee, but it is rare for a player to directly collide with the referee like Zhao Rui. Looking back at previous cases, we can see that the CBA league's standards for punishing such behaviors are inconsistent. Some players may be suspended for several games, while others may be fined. The specific punishment depends on the severity of the incident and the player's past performance.…

On January 2, 2025, that game was a real mixed bag of emotions to watch. The match between Xinjiang and Shandong teams was supposed to be an evenly matched contest, but the outcome left many Xinjiang fans bitterly disappointed. Xinjiang's foreign aid, Lawson, was as soft as he was big, with nothing but frustration throughout the game. From the start of the game, Xinjiang relied heavily on foreign aid Peterson, especially his stable performance on the offensive end, but under Lawson's leadership, the team's overall performance was disappointing. Lawson frequently shot three-pointers, but the hit rate outside the three-point line was shockingly low. Am I overthinking it, or does Lawson really have too much confidence, thinking that these three-pointers can change everything? He tried again and again, but it was almost in vain, with the whole game's offense stuck in a vicious cycle. You would think Lawson could at least make some compensations on the offensive end, but his performance under the basket was utterly disappointing. Facing Shandong's inside players, especially Chris, Lawson was like a disappointing little brother, lacking any ability to compete. Rebounding was even more hopeless. In other words, Lawson not only failed to score himself but also created many opportunities for the opponent. Shandong's foreign aid Chris was truly extraordinary. Whenever he was on the court, the whole team's momentum was different. Chris completely dominated in his matchup against Lawson, leaving no room for Lawson to counterattack. Not only was he strong in the paint, but he also steadily grabbed rebounds, leaving Xinjiang with almost no…

Xinjiang and Shandong teams have historically been on good terms, with many young talents from Xinjiang coming from training camps within Shandong province. For instance, Tang Caiyu, the former deputy captain of Xinjiang, as well as Qu Xiaoyu and Ge Haoran, are all products of Shandong training camps. Similarly, Hou Peizuo from Shandong is a product of Xinjiang's youth training. This season, however, tensions arose when Xinjiang's head coach Qiu Biao left for Shandong, taking with him Yu Dehao, Mi Aili, trainer Zati, video analyst Li Tianshu, and signing Wijntun. It is reported that Qiu Biao had signed a two-year contract with Xinjiang before last season, but with one year remaining, he abruptly sought to terminate the contract citing his child's schooling as the reason. The management of Xinjiang, adhering to the principle of parting amicably, respected Qiu Biao's wishes. Subsequently, Qiu Biao signed with Shandong, a rare occurrence for the best coach of the previous season to change teams during the off-season. Whether or not Qiu Biao's child eventually enrolled in school in Shandong remains unknown. Yu Dehao, Xinjiang's defensive anchor from last season, also had an unusual off-season. After returning early to Urumqi and staying in the player dormitory, he would train at the team gymnasium on his own. However, throughout Xinjiang's warm-up matches, summer league, and preseason games, Yu Dehao never appeared with the team, nor did he join them. As expected, before the registration deadline, Yu Dehao was transferred to Shandong. In their first two encounters this season, both sides played relatively normally. However, in the…