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Tactical changes and data analysis
In the 2024 National Women's Basketball Championship, the Shanxi team easily defeated the Heilongjiang team with a score of 79-49 after two consecutive losses. In this game, the Shanxi team showed significant tactical changes and teamwork. Judging from the pre-match data, Shanxi's defensive error rate in the first two games was as high as 30%, compared to only 15% in this game, and this improvement clearly played a key role. On the offensive side, Shanxi's shooting percentage increased from 42% to 57% of the game, especially three-pointers, which increased from 30% to an astonishing 46%.
Shanxi's rebounding control in this game was also very good, with a total of 45 rebounds, 15 more than their opponents, of which 20 were offensive rebounds. This statistic not only shows Shanxi's advantage in the rebounding battle, but also reflects its multiple opportunities on the offensive end.
Liu Yutong's key performance
Center Liu Yutong was particularly good in this game, and her 14 points and eight rebounds were the key to the team's victory. In the game, Liu Yutong was extremely efficient, and her shooting rate reached 70%. More importantly, on the defensive end, she not only effectively limited the scoring of the opponent's center, but also successfully made many steals and blocks, greatly disintegrating the opponent's offense.
Liu's performance was especially evident in the third quarter, where she scored eight points and five rebounds. Her strong performance under the basket greatly boosted the team's morale, and also allowed the Shanxi team to launch a 15-2 attack wave in the quarter, thus completely turning the game around.
The resurgence of the Shanxi team
For the Shanxi team, this victory is not only a numerical victory, but also a major boost in morale and confidence. The fact that the team was able to return in this way after back-to-back defeats shows the resilience of the team and the ability of the coaching staff to adjust. After the game, the coaching team praised the players for their execution and quick adaptation during the game.
The Shanxi team's comprehensive suppression of the opponent in this battle also showed its deep bench strength and tactical diversity to a certain extent. The inconsistent early part of the season may have been a temporary period of adjustment, and this victory could be a turning point in Shanxi's success this season.
Liu Yutong's future prospects
Despite Liu's outstanding performance this time, her position in the national team is still precarious. Her competitors, such as Zhang Ziyu, who was born in 2007, have shown a stronger competitiveness among the younger generation. Zhang Ziyu's technique and physical condition are considered to be top-notch, which puts a lot of pressure on Liu.
Liu's strength lies in her experience and consistent performance in key moments. However, in the long run, she will need to improve more technically and physically to cope with the increasing domestic competition. It will be interesting to see if her national team path will be made more difficult by Zhang Ziyu's rise.
Controversial discussion at the end
Although the Shanxi team won an overwhelming victory this time and Liu Yutong's performance was impeccable, it remains to be seen whether this victory is enough to prove that the Shanxi team has completely come out of the trough. Although Liu Yutong performed well in this battle, it is still unknown whether she can continue this form. Will her future with the national team be affected by the challenge of emerging powers? These are all hot topics to discuss in the future of basketball.