Three Updates Ahead of Guangdong's Clash with Beikong: Zou Yuchen Uninjured, Fourth Foreign Player Confirmed, Zhu Fangyu's Sharp Business Acumen On January 12th, Beijing time, the 30th round of the CBA will feature a key match as Guangdong faces off against Beijing Beikong. Guangdong, currently on a five-game winning streak, will return home to host Beikong. The two teams previously met on the 8th of last month, when Guangdong, fresh from an intense game against Jiangsu that saw Hu Mingxuan and Wang Shaojie injured and Du Runwang suspended, surprisingly defeated a full-strength Beikong 105-98 with a depleted lineup. This victory was pivotal in changing the trajectory of Guangdong's season. Following this win, Guangdong has secured 9 victories out of the next 14 games, steadily climbing the rankings to reach the eighth position. Beikong, on the other hand, has only managed 7 wins and 7 losses in their last 14 rounds, recently suffering two consecutive defeats. Their ranking remains stuck at tenth place, with a growing gap of 4 points from the top eight. In this upcoming battle, both Guangdong and Beikong will be without their star point guards; Hu Mingxuan is nursing a shoulder injury, while Liao Sannings ankle injury has worsened to bone marrow edema, with an uncertain return date. Additionally, Zou Yuchen suffered a knee strain in the last game against Liaoning. The good news is that Xu Jie has stepped up to support Guangdong's backcourt, and Beikong's starting shooting guard Zhang Fan has been back for some time. Zou Yuchens injury is not serious, and he is…

In the last game, Liaoning narrowly defeated Beikong 104-101, but Yang Ming was not satisfied with the performance. In the final moments of the fourth quarter, Beikong launched a series of offensive surges, while Liaoning struggled to score after reaching 104 points. If it weren't for the lack of time at the end, the outcome could have been different. After the game, Yang Ming vented his anger in the locker room. Indeed, the players on the court relaxed in the last four minutes, causing a drop in morale. This allowed Beikong to regain their spirit and quickly close the gap in the score. Yang Ming expressed his dissatisfaction with the game, especially with the team's performance in the crucial moments. It is worth noting that Zou Yuchen suffered a left knee injury while defending against Patton in the second quarter, which led to him being unable to continue playing. After leaving the court, he needed two teammates to help him walk and was taken away by an ambulance for examination. It appears to be quite serious, considering Zou Yuchen's previous history of injuries and his tall stature. On the afternoon of January 11th, the entire Liaoning team flew from Shenyang Taoxian Airport to Qingdao Jiaodong Airport to participate in an away game against Qingdao. Weber followed the team to Qingdao and has now successfully registered. Qingdao has a record of 19 wins and 10 losses, while Liaoning has 20 wins and 9 losses. The records of both teams are close, making this match very important for both sides, as it…

On January 2nd, Beijing time, the CBA regular season is heating up! Nanjing men's basketball team is waiting at home to compete with Beikong men's basketball team. You know, before the game, Nanjing was ranked 11th and Beikong was ranked 10th, so this game is a real battle for position. Both sides are eager to consolidate their top 12 rankings to secure a playoff spot. It was known before the game that Lin Wei had a cold and couldn't play, but Guo Haowen finally returned from injury, and Zhang Fan of Beikong also recovered from his injury tonight. After four quarters of fierce competition, Nanjing men's basketball team finally lost to Beikong men's basketball team with a score of 103-105! This season, I met my opponent for the second time! The first time we met, I was on the Nanjing side, and I lost 17 points away to Beikong. Humph, it made me so frustrated. Tonight, back at home, I have to play a revenge game! Moreover, I suffered two consecutive defeats before the game, and I really need a victory to boost my morale and stabilize the military heart. Speaking of Beikong, it finally stopped the downward trend after narrowly defeating Jiangsu in the last round. In fact, its recent record is not good either, losing consecutively to Xinjiang and Shanghai. Although its lineup is luxurious, it always fails to exert the expected dominance in the game. I really don't know how it will perform tonight, and I'm quite looking forward to it! As soon as the whistle blew…

The term "pseudo-strong team" is particularly apt in the context of the CBA arena. Some teams may appear to have impressive records during the regular season, but in reality, they are deceiving fans. Today, let's delve into those CBA "paper tigers" that seem shiny on the surface but lack real strength. Speaking of the most "performative" teams in the CBA this season, Guangdong Dongguang must be among the top three. With a record of 13 wins and 11 losses, it seems average, but this team is like a schizophrenic - capable of crushing strong opponents one day and being taught a lesson by the bottom-ranked Jiangsu team the next. What's even more absurd is that when facing an injury-ridden Liaoning team with only seven players rotating, they somehow managed to play as if they were the weaker side. The addition of Morand initially gave fans hope, but the team's overall state is as unpredictable as a roller coaster, leaving spectators dizzy. Beijing BAIC is even more interesting. Their record of 16 wins and 7 losses looks intimidating, especially after a nine-game winning streak in the first stage, which made them look like championship contenders. However, once the second stage began, their true colors were revealed. What left fans speechless was their star player Zhou Qi, who, despite earning a four-year top salary, only played in 7 games, with an attendance rate lower than that of a temporary worker. Looking at their head coach Xu Limin, he would simply say "as expected" after a loss, an attitude that makes people want…

Since the introduction of top-tier contracts in the CBA league, it signifies that players who can secure such contracts are exceptional talents, considered big-name players within their teams and even across the CBA. Indeed, obtaining a top-tier CBA contract is a goal pursued by every CBA player, as it not only confirms their status at the pinnacle of the league but also brings them superior income and fame compared to others. However, the Beijing Royal Fighters have often shown poor judgment in selecting top-tier contracted players. Previously, they offered Sun Tonglin a multi-year top-tier CBA contract, resulting in Sun spending extended periods on the bench, earning high wages without contributing to the team. Undoubtedly, the long-term top-tier contract given to Sun by the Beijing Royal Fighters was a misjudgment. Regrettably, it seems the Beijing Royal Fighters' vision remains clouded, as they may have made another misjudgment this season. Both Zou Yuchen and Shen Zijie are top-tier contracted players for the team, yet their performances have not met the expectations of fans. In particular, Shen Zijie, regarded as a top center in the CBA, has seen a sharp decline in form since joining the Beijing Royal Fighters, failing to demonstrate the impact expected of a top-tier CBA player. Taking the game between the Beijing Royal Fighters and the Shanghai Sharks as an example, neither Shen Zijie nor Zou Yuchen were effective defensively against the 1.98-meter-tall Lofton. They were completely outplayed, allowing the opponent to score 31 points, grab 14 rebounds, and provide 7 assists, highlighting the fragility of the interior defense…