On the evening of January 4th, Beijing time, the 26th round of the 2024-25 CBA regular season will see defending champions Liaoning Bensteel travel north to face fellow Northeast team Jilin Jiutai Rural Commercial Bank. Half a month ago, Jilin Men's Basketball managed to defeat Liaoning Men's Basketball with a score of 114 to 102, despite the absence of their core player Er Jiang, under the leadership of foreign players Jones and Kizlink. This time around, Liaoning Men's Basketball suffered a crushing defeat in their last away game against Beijing Shougang, making this an absolutely crucial match that they cannot afford to lose. Just before the game, Liaoning Men's Basketball received some uplifting news from the front lines. According to accurate information, core guard Zhao Jiwei, who has been out for over a month due to injury, is set to make his return in this match. Prior to this, Zhao Jiwei had traveled from Shenyang to Changchun with teammate Huang Qiushi to reunite with the team. After a long period of treatment and recovery, the esophageal inflammation that plagued him has finally been resolved. So far this season, Zhao Jiwei has averaged 10.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 6.7 assists, and 1.64 steals per game, making him the team's assist leader and steal leader. In Zhao Jiwei's absence, Yang Ming had to constantly adjust the starting lineup, first using foreign player Fug as the point guard. However, Fug's offensive efficiency declined as he had to juggle both organizing and defensive responsibilities. Later, after much difficulty, new recruit Wang Lanqin's state exploded, and…