The men's basketball team at the Asian Games should have won the game, but in the end, it lost to the Philippines by one point and missed the final. In this game, the Chinese team once led by 20 points, but was frantically reversed by the opponent in the final quarter. Head coach Jordjevic declined to be interviewed after the game, placing the blame on the players and Yao.
Yao Ming said it was a regrettable game, but it was also necessary to see the progress of the Chinese team. Allen Guo, on the other hand, was silent because he was not selected for the national team.
What problems did this game expose about the Chinese men's basketball team? Is Qiao Shuai's employment arrangement reasonable? Is Yao's attitude fair? Did Allen Guo's absence affect the outcome of the game? Let's analyze it from the following four aspects.
Qiao Shuai's tactical arrangement made a major mistake
As the head coach of the Chinese men's basketball team, Jordjevic's tactical arrangement in this game can be said to have made a major mistake. First of all, in the first three quarters, the Chinese team played an excellent performance, leading the opponent by 20 points, but in the last quarter, it did not adjust the lineup and tactics in time, allowing the opponent to find a flaw.
Secondly, instead of sending the strongest lineup and the most determined players at key moments, players in the doldrums such as Zhang Zhenlin and Zhao Jiwei were put on responsibility. In the end, instead of admitting his mistake after the game, he put the blame on the players and Yao.
These actions of Qiao Shuai not only disappointed the fans, but also made the players lose confidence. He didn't give enough support and guidance to the players, nor did he give the players enough opportunities and space. He did not grasp the rhythm and initiative of the game, nor did he grasp the victory and glory of the game. Not only did he not show the level and demeanor that a manager should have, but he also did not show the responsibility and responsibility that a manager should have.
Four players were found to have underperformed
In this match, four players were caught underperforming: Zhang Jinlin, Cho Jiwei, Choi Yongxi and Wang Zhelin. These four players did not play their level and role in this game, but became the culprit of the Chinese team's loss.
Zhang Zhenlin, as the interior core of the Chinese team, only had 4 points and 3 rebounds in this game, shooting only 20% from the field. He surprised fans by missing a three-pointer that could have changed the outcome of the game at a crucial moment. Zhang Zhenlin is considered to be Yi Jianlian's successor, his basic skills and explosiveness are excellent, but he did not show it in this game, which makes people doubt his mentality and state.
Zhao Jiwei, as the core guard of the Chinese team, only had 9 points and 2 rebounds in this game, and shot only 50% from the free throw line. He missed two consecutive free throws in the final minute, depriving China of an equaliser.
Zhao Jiwei is considered to be the top MVP in China, his scoring ability and organizational skills are strong, but he did not play in this game, which makes people question his ability and confidence.
Choi Yong-seok, as Qiao Shuai's most trusted disciple, only scored 1 point in this game and did not contribute anything else. He had little presence in the game and didn't help the team in any way. Cui Yongxi is considered a three-point shooter in the Chinese team, and his shooting ability and athleticism are good, but he did not show it in this game, which makes people doubt his role and value.
Wang Zhelin, another interior core of the Chinese team, scored 10 points in this game, but was not very efficient. He barely played time in the second half and didn't pose much of a threat to the team. Wang Zhelin is considered the interior pillar of the Chinese team, his physical condition and technical characteristics are excellent, but he did not play in this match, raising doubts about his form and role.
These four players are all important members of the Chinese team, they have all performed well before this Asian Games, but they have lost their style and standard in this game. They didn't give the team enough support and firepower, nor did they give the fans enough confidence and expectations. They need to reflect on their problems and shortcomings and find their state and beliefs.
Yao Ming said a fair word
Yao Ming, as president of the Chinese Basketball Association, has been watching from the sidelines during the game and was interviewed after the game. Yao Ming said it was a regrettable match, but it was also necessary to see the progress of the Chinese team.
Yao Ming said: "We can't deny our efforts and achievements just because we lose a game. We want to see that our team members have made great progress in this Asian Games and played with a good spirit and style. We have to believe in our players, in our coaches, in ourselves. ”
Yao Ming was fair enough to say that he neither blamed the players and coaches too much, nor exaggerated the team's performance. He evaluated the game with an objective and rational attitude and gave the team encouragement and support. As a senior and leader, Yao Ming used his words and deeds to show the style and grace that a basketball person should have.
Yao Ming also said that the Chinese men's basketball team still has a lot to improve and improve, and needs to continue to work hard and learn. It is necessary to draw lessons from this game, sum up experience, find out problems, strengthen training, and improve the level. We need to prepare for next year's World Cup and the Olympic Games and strive for better performance on the international stage. "We look forward to the future performance of the men's basketball team and believe that they will be able to achieve great results again. Come on China.