Now that James has joined the 76ers, everyone is talking about how opponents will slow them down this season. Former NBA player Beverley appeared on the "Thanalysis Show" podcast and said, "I think the game plan is actually pretty simple—you have to accept certain outcomes. On offense, I'll try to target LeBron and Embiid on every pick-and-roll. I'll use offense to do my defending.

Is it true that without Yang Hansen, China's men's basketball team has no NBA players? Not exactly, as Cui Yongxi still holds a two-way contract with the Brooklyn Nets for the 2024-25 season. Previously sidelined due to injury during the fourth window of the World Cup qualifiers, he replaced He Xining—who was struggling with back issues—for the Asian Games. In his first game, coming off the bench for 18 minutes, he shot an efficient 6-of-4 from the field (including 2-of-3 from three-point range) to contribute 12 points and 3 rebounds, helping the team cruise to a 99-61 victory over Kazakhstan.

Last night, the Chinese women's basketball team lost to France in the quarterfinals, ending their World Cup journey. This outcome was actually expected; the team played reasonably well. Had it not been for the grueling schedule (playing two games in less than 24 hours), they could have performed even better. Finishing in the top eight is considered meeting expectations for a team in a transitional period.

On September 11, Beijing time, in the first round of Group C of the Asian Games men's basketball tournament, China defeated Kazakhstan 99-61, securing a desired opening victory. For China, Pang Zhenglin scored 19 points and 4 assists, Li Hongquan had 16 points and 9 rebounds, Yu Jiahao contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds, Cui Yongxi added 12 points, Jiao Poqiao had 10 points and 5 rebounds, Liao Sanning recorded 10 points and 9 assists, Hu Jinqiu had 5 points and 3 rebounds, and Hu Mingxuan scored 3 points; for Kazakhstan, Medikin scored 11 points and Seferkin had 10 points.

On September 11, Beijing time, following the Chinese women's basketball team's loss to France yesterday, the 2.23-meter-tall Zhang Ziyu also concluded her debut World Cup journey. Although this young center has yet to deliver an explosive single-game performance, she becomes the center of attention whenever she steps onto the court.

On September 11, Beijing time, 41-year-old NBA star Chris Paul, who recently announced his retirement, has just founded a new athlete-led media company in partnership with GeniusSports. Paul stated, "I'm thrilled to announce that I'm opening a new chapter with GeniusSports, OhhDip!!! Productions, and Words+Pictures."

On September 11, Beijing time, former NBA player Patrick Beverley recently stated on his podcast that Ben Simmons had "given up on basketball" and didn't deserve to return to the NBA. In response, Simmons himself fired back strongly on social media. Beverley said on the show: "I think it's unfair. You can't just give up on basketball and then come back."

According to a report by The New York Times on September 11, citing sources familiar with the matter, the U.S. Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and their owner Steve Ballmer for allegedly helping Kawhi Leonard sign a secret contract to circumvent the salary cap. Two sources said the investigation is still in its early stages and is being handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office in Brooklyn.

On September 11, Beijing time, the Timberwolves held a press conference for new addition Jonathan Kuminga, accompanied by Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly. The two spoke with the media for about 20 minutes.

On September 11th Beijing time, after the NBA completed its independent investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers' violations and imposed penalties, Kawhi Leonard was spared a suspension. The Raptors are now ready to push forward with the deal to acquire the two-time Finals MVP. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Raptors are eager to finalize the trade with the Clippers for Leonard and firmly believe it will go through as previously discussed.