The Chinese men's basketball team has advanced to the Asian Cup final, with a surge in three-pointers and free throws. We owe an apology to Guo Shiqiang.

On August 16, Beijing time, the thrilling semifinal of the Men's Basketball Asian Cup took place, where the Chinese men's team fought hard against the New Zealand team. In the end, the Chinese team exploded in both offense and defense in the final quarter, defeating New Zealand 98-84 and successfully securing a spot in the final. Every player performed remarkably well, and there were two standout statistics: three-pointers and free throws. We must thank Guo Shiqiang for this victory, and we owe him an apology!

In this tournament, the Chinese men's basketball team won all three group matches, defeating strong opponent South Korea in the quarterfinals to reach the semifinals. Facing the physically robust New Zealand team, we united as one, with each individual shining and contributing energy. Ultimately, we achieved a hard-fought victory, marking the first time in 10 years that the Chinese men's basketball team has reached the Asian Cup final, gaining a precious opportunity to compete for the championship!

In the matchup against New Zealand, our victory can be attributed to two impressive statistics: three-pointers and free throws. We made 12 out of 26 three-point attempts and hit 20 out of 22 free throws. This is a significant improvement compared to previous national teams, showcasing what modern basketball should look like!

From the Chinese men's basketball team's victory over New Zealand, it can be said that this team is the most spirited in the past decade, with remarkable mental strength. Each player demonstrated their value, contributing to the team's success on the court. Of course, all of this is thanks to Guo Shiqiang, who chose these 12 players. I remember Guo Shiqiang once said: the 12 players I picked must possess a fighting spirit, and the five starters must be brave and tenacious. Now, these players have proven their worth, and perhaps at this moment, we all owe Guo Shiqiang an apology. There were many doubts about his player selections before, but now he has unleashed the energy of these players, instilling confidence in this young Chinese men's basketball team. Next, the team will aim for the championship, potentially facing Australia in the final!

By: Sports Novel