On September 8, Beijing time, the current men's basketball World Cup is about to end, and the knockout stage of the men's basketball World Cup has never seen such a tense situation. Doncic made two technical fouls against Canada, and if even someone like Doncic can't adapt to being shaken by FIBA's refereeing scale, what does that mean for everyone else?
The pride of the Liaoning men's basketball team, Allen Guo, has borne the weight of these concerns. When he shared his experience, his voice resonated: "Against Poland, I committed a fourth foul and the defender took a step back and did not blow the penalty. Then, when I straightened my hand, they blew my foul. The pain in his words was palpable, a poignant reminder that he was being banished from a game he once felt in control. The repercussions of that experience, combined with the fact that he may never grace the World Cup again, cast a somber backdrop for the glitz and glamour of this World Cup.
First, the controversy surrounding FIBA referees is not a separate issue. The players on the field are trying to solve the mystery. With only five fouls, they are out of the game and even a wrong decision can jeopardize their game strategy. Allen Guo's exclamation reflects this sentiment, "I feel good... Since being sent off, everything has become chaotic for me. ”
In 2019, he was a hot figure in the league, but now, the fire has been extinguished by FIBA's eccentric referees. If FIBA referees can put their stars in such dubious situations, it raises legitimate questions about the objectivity of their refereeing.
The second dimension is more emotional. Fans whispered to whether 30-year-old Allen Guo was saying goodbye to the Chinese men's basketball team. With four years to go before the next World Cup, will the 34-year-old Allen Guo still be a key piece of the men's basketball puzzle? The winds of change are clear. Of the 12 players in 2019, only a handful remain in 2023. With new blood in the obvious focus, legends like Allen Guo face uncertainty. While the unpredictability of basketball doesn't guarantee anything, trends speak for themselves.
For the tradition of the Liaoning men's basketball team, the early 30s mark the retirement stage. Allen Guo's breakthrough style is exemplary and amazing. But four years from now, will he be an equally unreckonable force? Even if the young player lacks his skills, his position as the core of the team is shaky at best.
All in all, the Men's Basketball World Cup is no longer just a sporting event, but a broader platform for reflection. It raises questions that go beyond hardwood floors: How impartial are sports referees? Will today's legend become a memory tomorrow?
From this perspective, I think while FIBA referees need to reflect, it's just as important to acknowledge and celebrate that our legends are still with us. Instead of guessing their future, cherish their present. After all, people like Doncic and Allen Guo don't just play, they're inspiring. Even in the face of controversy and change, such inspiration is timeless.
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