Guangdong Edges Shenzhen in Narrow Win; Three Youth National Team Players Shine, Huang Mingyi Shows Defensive Ability, Zhang Haojia Struggles

Guangdong and Shenzhen played their second warm-up game, and Guangdong secured a revenge victory. The three Guangdong players from the Youth National Team once again delivered strong performances in this game.

Yang Yi was particularly impressive, scoring 19 points. His shooting during the game also appeared improved compared with last season, suggesting that he has worked on strengthening that part of his game during the summer. If Yang Yi wants to establish himself in the CBA, he needs to demonstrate shooting ability, as his playmaking is already solid. Hopefully, this is a positive start.

Chen Jiazhen also made a three-pointer in this game and finished with 11 points. However, he currently faces an issue with hesitating to shoot, and his confidence is not at its best. Fortunately, his defense has been good, and it is hoped that this weakness can be improved. Wang Hongze fouled out in this game but still scored 11 points. He is now capable of holding his own in the paint, although he still lacks some experience and could be given more opportunities next season.

Huang Mingyi also became a pleasant surprise. Although his scoring ability on offense is not particularly strong, his biggest potential currently lies in defense. After Wang Hongze fouled out, Huang Mingyi was able to handle interior responsibilities. His one-on-one defense and rim protection were especially impressive, and his help defense across the 3-5 positions was also effective. If he can further develop his offense, he could become part of the rotation.

Zhang Wenyin remains a reliable part of the team. Although his defense is not a strength, his ability to hit catch-and-shoot three-pointers remains valuable, which was demonstrated in this game. He does not need to be a major focus, but occasional strong performances can still provide surprises.

However, Zhang Haojia's current performances have been disappointing. When he is on the court, he has struggled, making defensive mistakes, forcing plays on offense, and lacking playmaking ability. Despite this, the coaching staff continues to show support for him. It is unclear whether his frequent appearances are related to Cui Yongxi's absence and a shortage of options at the small forward position, but his role on the team remains secure.