In this fierce CBA playoffs, Guangdong Hongyuan team ushered in a lot of surprises. Their foreign player Waters not only shines on the pitch, but also shows his valuable side off the pitch. In the second game of the playoffs between Guangdong Hongyuan and Zhejiang Guangsha at home, a scene brought tears to the eyes of Guangdong fans - Waters taught Zhou Qi a lesson during the timeout. It's not just a game, it's a lively basketball lesson!
The backdrop of the game is played in a warm home atmosphere, specifically in the playoffs of the season. The duel between Hongyuan team and Zhejiang Guangsha has always been full of sparks, and this game is full of tactics and wisdom. In such a high-pressure environment, Waters' role has changed, and he is not only a player, but also a temporary assistant coach. He analyzed Zhou Qi's on-court performance in detail, using his trademark enthusiasm and rich experience to point out Zhou Qi's shortcomings one by one, while Zhou Qi was attentive and nodded frequently.
Not only that, Waters also corrected the shooting posture of Hongyuan's rising forward Huang Mingyi. It can be said that Waters has invisibly taken on more responsibilities and reduced the pressure on head coach Du Feng. This scenario begs the question, is Waters really just a foreign player, or has he transcended that role and become the indispensable soul of the team?
The fans reacted enthusiastically. On social media, fans of the Guangdong team said: "Waters is not only helping the team in scoring, his mental and tactical contributions are even more valuable!" and some fans half-jokingly said: "Should Waters get a raise, after all, he is not just a player now, but more like a coach!"
On the other hand, Waters' $800,000 salary isn't top-notch in the CBA, but the value he shows is far beyond that number. His all-round dedication and desire to win has brought Guangdong not only an increase in points, but more importantly an improvement in team spirit and tactical understanding.
Overall, Waters' all-round contribution has undoubtedly strengthened the team's cohesion and competitiveness. His presence not only elevates the technical level of the Guangdong team, but also injects new vitality into the team on the spiritual and cultural level. Guangdong will face more challenges in the upcoming games, but with a versatile player like Waters, their prospects are undoubtedly brighter.
Readers, what do you think of Waters' multiple roles in the team? Does his performance make every Guangdong fan cheer up? Feel free to share your views and feelings in the comment section!