Hey basketball fans! 🏀 Ever wondered what it takes to lead a top team in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA)? Meet Abdusalam Abdurexit, the MVP who's rocking the court as the captain of the Xinjiang Flying Tigers! 🐯
In a candid chat on the final episode of CGTN Sports Scene's \"Talk Sports\" series, Abdusalam opened up about his journey, the challenges he's faced, and his hopes for the future. After an incredible 2023-24 season where he averaged 19.0 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game, he was rightfully crowned the MVP! 🏆 Though the Flying Tigers finished second after a tough finals against the Liaoning Flying Leopards, they showed everyone they're a force to be reckoned with.
This season started off a bit rough for Abdusalam due to an injury in the first game that kept him out for half of the opening stage. But guess what? The young guns on the team stepped up big time! \"With key players missing, achieving the results we did was truly not easy,\" he said. \"The young players are extremely talented, and their contributions under tough circumstances were remarkable.\"
And the results speak for themselves! The Flying Tigers soared to their 18th win on Monday night, defeating the Beijing Ducks 108-97 and keeping their undefeated streak at home in Urumqi. Talk about home-court advantage! 🏟️🔥
As captain since 2020, Abdusalam has embraced his role as a leader. \"My role has shifted from being someone who speaks out to someone who listens,\" he shared. \"On and off the court, it's equally important to help the team become more like a family and brothers.\" 💪👨👩👧👦
With passionate fans cheering them on, the Flying Tigers are aiming for the top. They clinched their first CBA championship in 2017 and have their eyes set on another. Abdusalam had a heartfelt message for the supporters: \"Thank you for injecting energy into this team. We will continue to work hard, live up to your expectations, and strive to achieve great results.\" 🙌❤️
We can't wait to see what the future holds for Abdusalam and the Xinjiang Flying Tigers. One thing's for sure—they're not just playing basketball; they're creating a legacy! 🌟
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CBA MVP Abdusalam on career, role as captain of Xinjiang Flying Tigers
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