Wang Zhizhi is one of the most iconic players in the history of Chinese basketball, and he has set many incredible records and achievements on the domestic court. But in the NBA, his performance has always been controversial, with some people thinking he is just a passing veteran, others thinking that he is capable but cannot show it in the NBA environment.
So, what is Wang Zhizhi's level in the NBA? Let's explore it together.
First of all, Wang Zhizhi's performance in the NBA is indeed not very good. He entered the NBA in 1999, playing for the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers. In his two seasons with the Mavericks, he averaged just 4.2 points and 2.6 rebounds per game. After moving to the Clippers, his performance improved slightly, but he still only had 6.6 points and 3.8 rebounds.
At the same time, his average number of turnovers per game in the NBA is quite high, reaching 2.3, which is a very unfavorable statistic. In addition, his defensive performance is also quite average, often easily broken by opponents.
However, we cannot completely deny Wang Zhizhi's ability. He is often just a bench player on NBA teams and has limited playing time. And his height and reach advantage is obvious, which can also play a role in defense and rebounding.
In addition, Wang Zhizhi also had a flash moment on the NBA court. For example, against the San Antonio Spurs in 2003, he delivered a crucial block in the final minute to help the team win. This game is known as Wang Zhizhi's representative work in his NBA career.
In addition, Wang Zhizhi's personal qualities have also been praised. He has never had a conflict with a teammate or coach in his two seasons in the NBA, always maintaining a humble attitude and a positive attitude. He also made great contributions to Chinese basketball off the court, becoming one of the greatest players in the history of Chinese basketball.
Overall, although Wang Zhizhi's performance in the NBA is not very good, his ability should not be completely denied. 他是一个团队合作精神和个人素质都非常优秀的球员，对于中国篮球来说有着重要意义的球员。