The Liaoning team is not only facing a strong challenge from the Guangdong team in this CBA playoffs G4, but also a double blow of injuries. Coach Yang Ming admitted in the pre-game interview that Li Xiaoxu was unable to play due to injury, which was undoubtedly a big hole for the team's interior defense. Although Guo Allen has not yet recovered from his injury, he attaches great importance to his career and decided to sit on the sidelines in this crucial game to give young players more opportunities and space.
Speaking of Zhou Qi of the Guangdong team, he is really a "gate god" under the basket. Every time the players of the Liaoning team get close to the basket, Zhou Qi's tall figure is like a mountain pressing on the top, which is prohibitive. Coach Yang Ming also had to admit that Zhou Qi's deterrence on the inside line was indeed a problem that the Liaoning team needed to focus on overcoming in this competition.
In the face of such a predicament, the internal pressure of the Liaoning team can be imagined. Without Li Xiaoxu's solid defense and the uncertainty of Han Dejun's state, the inside line of the Liaoning team is like a piece of tofu, which may collapse at the slightest touch. Zhao Jiwei's pressure at this time is also unprecedented, after all, he not only has to organize an attack, but also has to be vigilant against the opponent's counterattack at all times.
Before the game, Coach Yang Ming conducted strict tactical training for the team, trying to make up for the lack of interior through speed and perimeter projection. He stressed that the team should maintain a high degree of concentration and quick reactions, and use fast attacks to disrupt the defensive deployment of the Guangdong team. At the same time, he also mentally encouraged the players, telling them that each of them can become a key figure in the game, to face challenges positively, and to show the resilience and fighting spirit of the Liaoning men's basketball team.
The atmosphere before the game was extremely tense, but the eyes of the Liaoning players revealed not only pressure, but also the determination to challenge strong opponents. Especially Zhao Jiwei, as the captain, he is even more morale-boosting, constantly shouting on the field, mobilizing the enthusiasm of his teammates.
Now when it comes to the direction of the game, although there is a clear disadvantage on the inside, Coach Yang's strategy is to find a winning opportunity through quick transitions and accurate shooting from the perimeter. He understands that this game is not only a contest of technique and tactics, but also a contest of psychology and will. The Liaoning team needs to show an extraordinary performance under unfavorable conditions in order to be able to swim against the tide in this battle of life and death.
As a fan, I am personally very optimistic about the potential of the Liaoning team to explode in the face of adversity. Although they are facing a tall and well-rounded Guangdong team on the inside, the team spirit and indomitable fighting will of the Liaoning team will be their most reliable weapons in the game. This match will undoubtedly be a wonderful matchup. After all, basketball is not only a competition of strength, but also a competition of mentality and teamwork.
In the next game, every player in the Liaoning team needs to play their best, especially on the defensive end, to be quick to move and react quickly. Every round can make or break a match, so there's no room for slackening every second on the court.
The Guangdong team needs to take advantage of their high point advantage, and Zhou Qi's presence gives them an absolute right to speak under the basket. They need to work together as a team to effectively get the ball into Zhou Qi's hands and use his dominance under the basket to earn points for the team.
In such a high-pressure situation, the tactical arrangement of the coach and the immediate adaptability of the players on the field will be crucial. The tactical execution of each subsection has a direct impact on the trend of the game. Every timeout and every change in the coach's personnel can be the key to changing the course of the game.
In addition, the support of the fans is also an indispensable source of motivation for the team. At home, the Liaoning team has a huge crowd of support, and this atmosphere can greatly motivate the players to play better. On the other hand, although the Guangdong team has rich experience in the finals, how to resist the impact of the home atmosphere when fighting in other places is also a problem they need to solve.
Overall, this match is not only a contest of technical and physical strength, but also a confrontation of intelligence and psychology. Both teams will need to show the passion and fighting spirit they deserve while remaining calm. Every offense and defense of the game is full of variables and challenges, and this is what makes basketball so appealing.
Ultimately, regardless of the outcome, the game will be a valuable experience in the players' careers and a topic of conversation among the fans. The matchup between Liaoning and Guangdong will undoubtedly become a highlight of this season's CBA, let's wait and see how they show their style on the court and write their own basketball legends.