The Guangdong team has seen a surge of five dark horses, with Zhang Haojia hitting a game-winning three-pointer that earned high praise from head coach Du Feng. Meanwhile, Hu Mingxuan, Xu Jie, and Quin are facing a strategic rotation of two up and one down.
In a thrilling matchup against the Beijing team, Guangdong displayed remarkable composure. Hu Mingxuan fouled out with five fouls, and the atmosphere grew tense. Yet, it was Zhang Haojia who stepped up and sealed the victory with a clutch three-pointer.
Notably, the assist came from Xu Jie, who delivered a precise pass to Zhang Haojia for the buzzer-beater. Looking ahead, Du Feng plans to field a starting lineup featuring Xu Jie as the top guard, Quin as the foreign guard, Zhang Haojia on the wing, along with Sallinger and Wang Shaojie in the frontcourt. This five-man unit is seen as the best chance to secure wins.
General manager Zhu Fangyu has also found a new approach: prioritizing Xu Jie and Hu Mingxuan as the core local players, while temporarily benching Cui Yongxi. The team continues to rely on a fast-paced offense and defense system, aiming to break through opponents’ defenses and compete for the championship. Can Guangdong maintain their momentum and win Game 3 against Beijing? Share your thoughts as we cheer for CBA basketball.