When reflecting on the All-Star draft results, LeBron James remained tight-lipped about the exact order in which he picked his players. One notable choice in his starting lineup was Kyrie Irving, who had already been traded from the Cavaliers to the Celtics. James explained that his guiding principle was simple — he always picked the best available player. Much like Kevin Love, Irving held a special place in his All-Star memories, and given that Irving was one of the best point guards on the list, the decision came easily...

In contrast to previous matches, where Shandong heavily relied on Ding Yanyu Hang’s individual efforts, this game against Guangdong saw a more cohesive performance from the team, both offensively and defensively. Shandong’s strong lineup was fully showcased, despite some defensive flaws, especially in perimeter defense, which allowed Guangdong to hit 10 three-pointers. However, Shandong excelled in securing rebounds, grabbing six more than their opponents, and dominating this “lifeline” aspect of the game. Coupled with a powerful offensive performance, Shandong eventually triumphed over Guangdong on their home court. With a...