In the second phase of the 2023-24 CBA regular season, the Tongxi men's basketball team and the Shanxi men's basketball team launched a high-profile competition. The game was in the spotlight as Tongxi won a stunning 124-99 win over Shanxi. Behind this game is the outstanding performance of foreign aid Blakeney and main player Lin Wei, as well as their clever cooperation in the game. Let's unveil the game and take a closer look at this intriguing matchup.
In the game, Blakeney, a foreign aid of the Tongxi team, can be described as a dark horse, he is like a magic arrow outside the three-point line, making the Shanxi team unable to parry. Blakeney not only hit a few beautiful three-pointers in this game, but also showed amazing individual ability on the offensive end. His three-point shot was like a hibiscus out of the water, and every shot made the court boil. This is not only the opponent's mistake, but also the perfect embodiment of the tactical execution of the Tongxi team. In this game, Blakeney became the absolute scoring master of the Tongxi team, which made the opponent look sideways.
Under the glorious light of the Tongxi team, the super foreign aid of the Shanxi team, Schweide, was overshadowed. This season, Shanxi signed Schweder in the hope that he can become a scoring pillar for the team. However, in the battle with Tongxi, Schwade was helpless in the face of Blakeney's all-round defense. This scene is regrettable, and it also makes fans question the choice of foreign aid for the Shanxi team. Whether Schweder's performance is just an example, or a microcosm of the overall level of Shanxi's foreign aid, has become an unavoidable question.
Turning to the Guangdong team, the foreign aid combination that was once expected to be high this season has gradually revealed problems in the game. Waters had an impressive start to the season, but his performance gradually slipped as opponents adjusted their targeting and tactics. This situation makes people wonder whether the Guangdong team is blindly following the trend in the introduction of foreign aid, rather than thinking deeply about the actual needs of the team.
Another foreign player of the Guangdong team, Marshon Brooks, has not been able to return to his peak form due to injury, which has made the team even worse. Brooks was once the team's leading scorer, but when he wasn't in good shape, Guangdong's overall offense was greatly affected. Weems, on the other hand, was efficient on the court, but his age limited his performance. In the heat of the game, Weems's body gradually showed signs of fatigue, which made the team lack a consistent support point at key moments.
The outcome of a game is often determined by the performance of the players on the field. And in this game, Blakeney's individual performance became the most dazzling presence in the spotlight. Not only did he put his opponents under heavy pressure when it came to scoring, but he also showed great ability on the defensive end. Blakeney is more than just a scoring machine, he's a defensive line to keep opponents at bay. Such an all-round player has undoubtedly become the magic weapon of the Tongxi team.
At the same time, we should also look at the game from the perspective of our opponents. Schweder, the foreign aid with high hopes, is overshadowed by Blakeney's shadow. It's not just a comparison of individual abilities, it's a question of the integration of foreign players in the team. The implementation of the team's tactics and the tacit understanding of foreign aid have become the key points that determine the direction of the game. Whether Schweide's performance is just an example, or the lack of tacit understanding of the Shanxi team as a whole, urgently needs a deep reflection by the coaching staff.
Guangdong's foreign aid combination was once regarded as the best in the league, but gradually showed fatigue in the game. Waters' performance slipped more because of the opponent's meticulous investigation and targeted defense. This makes us wonder if the team is relying too much on a single foreign player and neglecting the overall tactical allocation. And Brooks' injury has brought unexpected challenges to the team. This has led fans to question whether the team should be more cautious in the selection of foreign players, rather than being fooled by the superficial aura.
When it comes to the foreign aid of the Guangdong team, I have to mention the veteran Weems, who has been playing efficiently. However, the years were relentless, and Weems's physical fitness was gradually limited. In the heat of the game, his physical exertion became a major concern. Does this mean that the Guangdong team has shortcomings in the selection of foreign players, and urgently needs to inject younger players with potential? This is a difficult problem that the Guangdong team needs to balance between the pursuit of short-term victory and long-term planning.
Looking back on this game, we can't help but wonder what the role of foreign players in the CBA is. In the past, foreign players have been the backbone of the team's attacking end, and their efficient scoring has been the key to the team's victory. However, in today's games, we see that the role of foreign players is no longer just about scoring, but more about the integration and play of the overall team system. This makes the selection of foreign players more complicated, no longer simply pursuing the score, but focusing on the overall tacit understanding and tactical cooperation of the team.
The duel between the Tongxi team and the Shanxi team seems to have added a fire to the problem of foreign aid. The performance of foreign aid often becomes a watershed in the team's victory or defeat, determining the joys and sorrows of fans. However, we have to think about whether foreign aid is really the flag on the field, or the glass heart hanging on the edge of crisis? Perhaps, foreign aid is the team's scoring machine and the leader on the field, but this is just a glossy coin. When a foreign player is injured, out of form or thoroughly studied by the opposition, whether the team can remain stable is the real test of the team's strength.
Returning to the game between the Tongxi team and the Shanxi team, what we can see is not only the outstanding performance of the foreign aids, but also the tacit understanding of the whole team. The strength of a team lies not only in the outstanding performance of individual players, but also in the implementation of the overall strategy. Whether foreign players can form a good tacit understanding with local players and integrate into the team system directly affects the overall strength of the team. The Shanxi team may need more time to run in, adjust the relationship between foreign players and local players, and make the whole team more cohesive. The presence of foreign aid should be a facilitation, not a replacement. With the blessing of foreign players, local players should find opportunities to cooperate with each other and form a seamless team building.
Waters, Brooks, Weems, these three foreign players of the Guangdong team used to be the pride of the team. However, when the team struggled, we began to reflect on the combined value of foreign players. When selecting foreign players, it is not only about their past stats and performances, but also about their adaptability, teamwork and contribution to the future development of the team. This is not only a draft, but also a recruitment of foreign aid. Whether the team can be more scientific and reasonable in the selection of foreign players, and whether they can see their potential role in the team system, has become an important part of determining the future direction of the team.
Foreign players on the basketball court are like a hidden star, which not only brings brilliance to the team, but also can take away the stability of the team because of its short stay. The match between the Tongxi team and the Shanxi team is just a small handful of fireworks on the huge basketball planet of the CBA, and the role of foreign aid is the most dazzling in this firework. We also have to admit that foreign aid is not everything. The success of the team is inseparable from the hard work and growth of local players. Perhaps, foreign aid is just a passing guest to add to the team, and the team's real home should still be built on the basis of local strength.