Team Hong Kong Secures Runner-Up Spot in Greater Bay Area Basketball Tournament

Release date: 2024-09-18 19:04

Team Hong Kong, led by former Olympic gold medalist Chavas, has secured a runner-up spot in the Hong Kong leg of the Greater Bay Area Basketball Tournament, advancing to the finals.

The team, supported by Tokyo Olympic gold medalist Chavas, consists of Bai Dexinli, Zhong Xiaoying, and Yu Pusheng. With a total of five stations in the tournament, the top three teams from each station will advance to the finals, scheduled to take place in Macau next month.

Chavas, a 38-year-old Latvian golfer, joined the team at the beginning of the month. Despite a disappointing group stage performance in the FIBA Kaohsiung Challenge last week, the team bounced back in the Hong Kong leg, winning both group games and advancing to the top 16. After three more rounds, they entered the championship game and secured a spot in the finals.

Although Team Hong Kong ultimately lost to Fujian Jinniu 8-22, finishing second, Chavas expressed his love for Hong Kong and praised the local players. “I have said many times that I love Hong Kong. Although the level here is not as good as FIBA competitions, I still like local players to come and play and enjoy the game,” he said.

Chavas, a silver medalist in the 3-person basketball tournament in Hong Kong, emphasized the importance of patience and defense in the game. “You have to be patient in the game, because many players only want to attack. In fact, defense is the key to victory. Attacking may win you one or two games, but defense requires observation and communication with teammates.”

He believes that Hong Kong’s young players have potential, but there is room for improvement in many aspects. “I see many team players here with great potential, so as long as they continue to work hard, I believe the level of three-person basketball in Hong Kong will improve.”

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• Greater Bay Area Basketball Tournament
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