The Chinese women's basketball team suffered a painful defeat in the game against Belgium, and finally lost to the opponent 63-78, this game also deeply exposed the team's various problems on the defensive end and rotation operation, which need to be adjusted and improved in time.
As the core strength of the Chinese team, Han Xu contributed 9 points and 8 rebounds in the game, showing her importance on the offensive end. Not only did she excel in mid-to-long range projection, but she also stepped up to stabilize the team when it mattered most. However, her slight lack of free-throw percentage also highlights her room for improvement in her individual skills.
As a veteran who returned to the national team, Sun Mengran showed an excellent performance, contributing 13 points and 5 rebounds. Her consistency on the offensive end has been impressive, but challenges remain on the defensive end. Against opponents, she will need to further improve her defensive skills to better support the team's overall defensive system.
As key figures in the backcourt, Wang Siyu and Yang Liwei's quick flexibility and defensive pressure on the field have brought some help to the team. However, once they left the pitch, the team's attack came to a standstill, showing how indispensable they are in the team. Their sense of the big picture and organisational skills provide important support for the team's tactical implementation.
Luo Xinqi and Pan Zhenqi, as substitute players, although the score is not high, they show the characteristics of daring to fight on the field. Luo Xinqi showed good shooting feel in her short playing time, while Pan Zhenqi showed her versatility on the defensive and playmaking ends, and although she was slightly less efficient on the offensive end, her hard work and all-round performance earned the team valuable space and opportunities.
Zhang Ru and Huang Sijing, as returning players, need time and games to further grind in condition. Their lack of attack reflects the pace of the game and the team's tactical system that they will have to adapt to when they return. As a defensive player, Zhang Ru needs to find more contribution points on the offensive end, while Huang Sijing needs to accumulate confidence and form through more games.
Li Yuan, Wu Tongtong and Yang Shuyu faced their own challenges and opportunities for growth in the competition. Li Yuan's shortcomings on the offensive end have exposed her role in the team, and she needs to improve her offensive ability through more training and game experience. As a rookie, although she has bright spots on both the offensive and defensive ends, she still needs to better cooperate and integrate with her teammates. Yang Shuyu has struggled with the physical confrontation of European players, and she needs more experience to adapt to this high-intensity competitive environment.
Although the Chinese women's basketball team encountered challenges and difficulties in this game, it was also a valuable learning experience. Teams need to learn from leaky defensive ends and poor rotation performances and adjust their tactics and training priorities in a timely manner. Each player is facing their own room for growth and improvement, and only through continuous efforts and unity and cooperation can the Chinese women's basketball team achieve better results in future competitions. This loss will be a catalyst for the team's progress and motivate every player to work harder to pursue the success and glory of basketball.