Preface
The life of a sports star has always attracted people's attention, whether it is the sassy and heroic appearance on the field, or the ordinary life after retirement, it can become the focus of public attention. Recently, Yi Jianlian, a legend in the Chinese basketball industry, announced his official retirement and ended his professional basketball career. As a representative of Chinese basketball, Yi Jianlian has left a deep impression on fans whether it is his outstanding performance in the CBA league or representing the Chinese team in international competitions. And this time, Yi Jianlian chose to return to his family and enjoy an ordinary and happy life with his wife and children, and this choice has also gained countless blessings and kindness. So, what kind of story made Yi Jianlian resolutely choose to say goodbye to the arena and return to his family at the peak of his career? Next, let's uncover another side of Yi Jianlian's life and see how he finds a balance between family and career and reaps happiness.
1. Start with street basketball as a child
Every outstanding athlete has his own unique growth experience, and Yi Jianlian is no exception. He was born in 1987 and is a native of Heshan, Guangdong, and since he was a child, Yi Jianlian has shown a unique basketball talent. And his story with basketball began at that time.
1.1 Unique basketball talent
I believe that most of many people's impressions of Yi Jianlian are still in his childhood in Heshan, when he may not be well known, but he has already exuded a unique basketball light on the basketball court on the street. And it is this love of basketball that has allowed him to persevere in training and hone his basketball skills in countless mornings and evenings.
1.2 Height "boost"
Perhaps it is God's favor for him, Yi Jianlian has a unique height advantage compared with ordinary people. And it is this little bit of "help" that allows him to go further and see a broader sky on the road of basketball. It is precisely because of this height advantage that Yi Jianlian quickly attracted the attention of the people around him, began to receive professional basketball training, and gradually grew into an excellent basketball player.
2. The ups and downs of your career
With a unique basketball talent and height advantage, Yi Jianlian's basketball road is naturally smooth sailing, but his career has also experienced ups and downs, and there is no smooth sailing to success.
2.1 The Journey of the Pro League
As an excellent basketball player, Yi Jianlian's career is naturally indispensable to the CBA league. He quickly made a name for himself in the CBA League, both for his excellent scoring ability and stable rebounding performance, which was well known to fans, and also won victory after victory for Guangdong Hongyuan South China Tigers Club.
2.2 NBA Dream
In that era that belonged to him, the NBA was undoubtedly the dream stage in the hearts of countless basketball players, and Yi Jianlian was no exception. In the 2007 NBA Draft, he was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the top pick, becoming the first player in CBA history to enter the NBA.
2.3 Represent the Chinese team
In addition to his outstanding performance in the professional league, Yi Jianlian has also represented the Chinese national team in international competitions many times, whether it is in the World Cup or the Olympic Games, he has contributed all his strength to the Chinese team, interpreting "love and hard work" with practical actions.
3. A happy family life
Whether it is at the peak of his career or in the face of countless honors and praises, Yi Jianlian has a deep attachment to his family in the depths of his heart. And by his side, there is a beautiful and warm home, which may also be an important support for his career.
3.1 The "crossover" of love
Yi Jianlian's wife, named Natalie, is from Brazil and is a football baby, and such a transnational relationship also makes their love story full of romance and beauty. Whether it is at the wedding scene or in daily life, Natalie uses her own unique way to light up every corner of Yi Jianlian's life.
3.2 Companionship and support
In the eyes of outsiders, Yi Jianlian and Natalie may have different identities and experiences, but in their own world, they are still ordinary and happy, with deep love for each other, as well as endless companionship and support.
3.3 Retirement Life
Now, Yi Jianlian has officially announced his retirement and ended his professional basketball career, and after retiring, what choice did he make? Compared with continuing to stay in the professional arena and chasing honors and dreams, Yi Jianlian cherishes the time with his family even more, and he chooses to return to his family and spend every unforgettable moment with his wife and children.
epilogue
Whether it is the sassy and heroic posture on the field, or the ordinary life after retirement, Yi Jianlian uses practical actions to interpret the colorfulness and richness of life. His basketball journey may have come to an end, but his life is still continuing a new chapter, whether it is with a dream or returning to the family, every step of the choice has made him exude a unique light and become a role model and strength for the people around him. Perhaps, such Yi Jianlian is the real "winner in life".