Supporting Fu Hao: Behind the start of the season
This season's CBA league has entered the halfway point, and the 26th round of matches has officially begun. In this round of competition, defending champion Liaoning Bengang challenged Jilin Northeast Tigers away. Even though the game was called the Northeast Derby, the pre-match atmosphere was not as tense as expected, but instead seemed relaxed and friendly. This may be because the relationship between Jilin Siberian Tigers and Liaoning Bengang is not tense, there is both competition and cooperation between the two teams, and they both understand their respective positions.
Advantages of Liaoning Benxi Iron & Steel: strength and economy
As the defending champion, Liaoning Bengang has always had strong strength and resource advantages. They have been the favourites in the CBA league for the past few seasons and boast a number of top players at home and abroad. In comparison, the Jilin Siberian Tigers are relatively weak, so they don't have much winning experience in their encounters with Liaoning. In addition, the Jilin Siberian Tigers also need to turn to Liaoning Bengang for help from time to time in terms of economy, which makes the relationship between the two sides both competitive and cooperative.
Fu Hao's debut controversy: the considerations behind it
In this game, Fu Hao made his first start in the CBA league this season, which caused some controversy. As an important player of Liaoning Bengang, Fu Hao has been playing a substitute role before, and his starting appearance means that the head coach has trust and expectations for him. However, it also sparked speculation among some fans and the media about what exactly made him start. Is it because the manager is interested in his form and performance, or is there something else in the deeper minds?
Jilin Siberian Tigers' performance: the possibility of an upset victory
Although Liaoning Bengang was regarded as a strong team before the game, the Jilin Northeast Tigers also showed some strength in this game. They have been in a tight standoff with their opponents, and it cannot be ignored that the possibility of an upset victory is always present. If they can play consistently, they may be able to create a surprising victory in this game. This also shows how competitive the CBA league is, and any team can fight back in the game.
The match between Liaoning Bengang and Jilin Siberian Tigers has both friendly competition and unknown results. Both sides are aware of their respective positions and disparities in strength, but in basketball, the outcome is often not easy to predict. Fu Hao's start and the strength of the Jilin Northeast Tigers have become the highlights of this game, and the final result is also expected and controversial.
Mentality question: Did Fu Hao demonstrate in the first game?
The loss of Liaoning Bengang this time really made people think about some problems. First of all, is Fu Hao's debut really just for demonstration or showmanship? This question is worth pondering. After all, the defending champions' performances in competitions have always been in the spotlight, and every match counts. If the purpose of starting a game is to provoke an opponent or show strength, the end result can cost the team.
Lineup issues: Guo Allen and Cong Mingchen's absence
But in fact, Liaoning Bengang faced a bigger problem in this game, that is, the absence of Guo Allen and Cong Mingchen. These two players have been key players in the team, and their absence has a direct impact on the overall strength of the team. Liaoning Bengang's lineup has problems on the outside and inside, plus the average form of foreign aid Fogg, these problems have been revealed in the last round of games, but unfortunately, the team seems to ignore these problems.
Comparison of three-point shooting percentage: The problem is exposed
By comparing the three-point shooting percentages of both sides, the problem can be clearly seen. Jilin had a great three-point shooting performance in this game, shooting 24-of-43 from the field and shooting a whopping 55.8 percent. Such a hit rate is threatening for any opponent. Liaoning Bengang's three-point shooting rate was only 9 of 33, less than 30%. This glaring difference in shooting percentage exposes the team's problems on the offensive and defensive side of the line.
Low-key vs. championship dreams: between trade-offs
As the defending champions, Liaoning Bengang aims to fulfill the dream of a triple crown dynasty. However, to achieve this, the team may need to be more low-key and cautious. If the final victory is based on external factors, then it will be questioned and ridiculed by others. Therefore, the team needs to re-examine its own problems and take effective measures to improve the overall strength. There is a trade-off between a low profile and a championship dream, and this is an important challenge for the defending champions. Only through real strength and performance can you stabilize your position and realize your dream of becoming a champion. This is a problem that Liaoning Bengang needs to face and solve in the future, and it is also the goal that fans are looking forward to.