Three Chinese men s basketball team defeated strong enemies in a row, and showed tenacious fighting spirit in one day

On June 24, the 2025 Three-man Basketball World Cup was in full swing in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The Chinese men's three-man basketball team ushered in a key one-day double match in the group stage, defeating Puerto Rico 21-17 and defeating Canada 22-20, and using two soul-stirring victories to show the world the resilience and strength of Chinese basketball. The first match against Puerto Rico was thrilling. After the opening, the Chinese team quickly got into the state and once took the lead with accurate outside projection and tacit team cooperation. But the Puerto Rico quickly adjusted its tactics and used its physical advantages to frequently hit the inside. At the last moment of the game, the Chinese team withstood the pressure, and captain Zhang Ning made consecutive key long shots, and finally secured the victory 21-17.

"We made sufficient preparations before the game and formulated a defensive strategy based on the characteristics of Puerto Rico. " Head coach Wang Zhanyu said after the game, "The players' execution at critical moments is satisfactory. "

After just two hours of rest, the Chinese team ushered in the challenge of the strong Canadian team. This game is one of the most exciting competitions since the start of this event. The scores of both sides rose alternately and they drew many times. In the last 30 seconds of the game, the two sides tied until 20. At the critical moment, young player Zhao Jiaren calmly took action outside the three-point line, and the ball entered the net and completed the final kill!

"At that moment, I didn't think about anything, just acted according to my usual training feeling. "Zhao Jiaren couldn't hide his excitement after the game,"Being able to contribute key goals to the national team is the most unforgettable moment in my career. "

These two victories allowed the Chinese team to occupy a favorable position in the group stage. According to the schedule, the Chinese team will face a more severe test on June 26, facing European powerhouse Austria and France. The Austrian team is known for its strict defense, while the French team has many players who have competed in the professional league, and their strength cannot be underestimated.

"The next game will be more difficult," Coach Wang Zhanyu admitted, "But we will not be afraid of any opponent. The team will carefully study the characteristics of each opponent and strive to play their own style. "

It is worth mentioning that the performance of the Chinese team in this event has attracted widespread attention from the basketball community at home and abroad. The official website of the FIBA ​​wrote a special article praising the Chinese team's team spirit and tactical literacy, believing that they are becoming a force that cannot be ignored in the field of three-man basketball.

As the Olympics approach, competition for three-person basketball events is becoming increasingly fierce. The outstanding performance of the Chinese team not only brought surprises to fans, but also injected a booster into Chinese basketball's preparations for the Paris Olympic cycle. The two tough battles on June 26 will be another important test for this young team.