The CBA league has always been regarded as the highest level of Chinese basketball, attracting the dreams and pursuits of many players. However, in this fiercely competitive arena, we found a regrettable phenomenon - a young and promising player, Chen Guohao, actually fell into a low point in his career. This article will delve into Chen Guohao's CBA dilemma, analyze the multiple factors that contribute to this phenomenon, and the implications for Chinese professional basketball.
Chinese basketball has been on the rise, and the CBA league has become an important platform for cultivating and training players. However, as the case of Chan Kwok Ho, which we discussed earlier, there are still some challenges and issues with developing young players. This article will delve into the future of basketball in China, as well as the challenges and opportunities for developing young players.
Chen's situation has led us to reflect on whether the CBA league is giving young players enough opportunities. Obviously, the vast majority of CBA coaches still don't trust college players, which is not only reflected in Chen Guohao's example, but also can be traced back to the Ningbo team's decision to trade away the top pick. At that time, Chen Guohao had led the team to win the national championship, and the popularity was very high, but the Ningbo team chose to trade the champion in exchange for two fringe players, Ma Yong and Wang Junjie. The decision reflects a general distrust of college players among CBA coaches.
Chen's plight is not just an isolated case, but also reflects a general distrust of CBA coaches towards young players. This phenomenon may be related to the fierce competition and pressure of the CBA league and the urgency to compete for the championship. Coaches are more inclined to trust experienced players and be skeptical of younger players. This crisis of confidence has affected the development of young players, making it difficult for them to get the opportunity to play.
In stark contrast to Chen Guohao, the careers of Ma Yong and Wang Junjie are gradually reaching the peak. Ma Yong has not only become a stable rotation player for the Ningbo team, but also served as a starter many times, gaining the trust of the head coach. His performances in the game may not always be impressive, but his tenacity and tendency to improve have always kept him popular. And Wang Junjie has become the star of the Ningbo team, not only has unlimited firing rights, but also frequently shows extraordinary ability in the game.
In the CBA League, young players face stiff competition that limits their playing opportunities. Even if they excel in college or junior competition, they won't necessarily get the same opportunities on the professional stage. This situation has led to the development of some young players with potential being hampered, preventing their talents from being fully displayed.
There is a lot of sympathy for Chan's predicament, who was once a highly anticipated young player but was constantly marginalised. Even against players of average level, he only played a few minutes, and in contrast to the rise of Ma Yong and Wang Junjie. This not only reflects the extremely harsh competitive environment of the CBA league, but also exposes the vulnerability of young players in professional basketball. If it weren't for Chen Guohao's departure, he might have been buried in the Beijing Control team and would not have had the opportunity to prove himself.
To change this situation, Chinese basketball can strengthen youth basketball training. By establishing more basketball schools and training camps, providing professional coaches and equipment, we will cultivate more outstanding young players. This will help young players gain experience and skills in advance and increase their competitiveness on the professional field.
Wang Junjie's rise is impressive. He went from a fringe player averaging only 4.3 points per game to the star of the Ningbo team. In his most recent game, he scored a team-high 29 points, plus eight assists and three steals to lead Ningbo to a victory over Jiangsu. Wang Junjie not only gets more playing time, but also has unlimited firing rights, which is very beneficial to the growth of young players.
Wang Junjie was once an unremarkable fringe player, averaging just 4.3 points per game that overshadowed him in the CBA. However, in recent games, he has earned the trust of the team and coach with his outstanding performances, scoring a team-high 29 points, contributing eight assists and three steals to lead Ningbo to a victory over Jiangsu. This performance was not only impressive, but also made the fans start to realize his potential.
An important reason why Wang Junjie was able to achieve such a good performance is that he was given more playing time and unlimited firing rights. This model helps young players to develop and allow them to gain experience in the game and reach their potential. The rise of Wang Junjie tells us that young players can stand out and become the core of the team as long as they have the opportunity.
The CBA league could also consider developing fairer rules of play to encourage teams to use more young players. For example, a certain quota of playing time can be set to ensure that each team has the opportunity to develop and showcase the talent of young players. This encourages coaches to trust their young players more and gives them more opportunities.
Although Wang Junjie's shooting stability and scoring efficiency are not high, the head coach still has high hopes for him. He shot just 37.2 percent from the field and 26.8 percent from three-point range, but head coach Adijiang insisted on trusting him, allowing him to stay on the court for long periods of time and even have unlimited fire. This trust has not only allowed Wang to reach his potential, but also set an example for other young players.
To motivate coaches to develop young players, consider setting up incentives that link high-performing coaches to the success of young players. This will enable coaches to be more actively involved in the development of young players and promote the long-term development of Chinese basketball.
Chen Guohao and Wang Junjie, although they are the same age, have completely different fates. Chen Guohao's height of 2.02 meters is at a disadvantage in the forward position, while Wang Junjie's height of 1.96 meters has an advantage in the defender position. In addition, Wang Junjie also has excellent organizational skills, which makes him more versatile on the court. These factors make Wang Junjie more popular with head coaches and more valuable for development.
Chen Guohao's CBA dilemma has triggered a deep reflection on China's professional basketball system. In a competitive environment, whether young players are given enough opportunities to show themselves and gain the trust of the manager is a question that needs to be thought about and improved. The CBA league should focus more on developing young players and giving them the opportunity to grow and improve, rather than burying their talents. Chan's predicament is not only an individual case, but also a mirror of the CBA system, and we should seriously reflect on it and find ways to improve. This is also the key to the future development of professional basketball in China.