The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) has unveiled the esteemed inductees for the 2024 Chinese Basketball Hall of Fame, honoring the exceptional talents that have shaped the sport in China.
This year, the Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding male athletes Li Hanting and Gong Xiaobin, along with female athletes Yang Jie and Miao Lijie. The accolade for outstanding coach is awarded to Ma Qingsheng, while Guo Yupei takes home the title of outstanding referee. Additionally, pioneers of Chinese basketball—Li Zhenzhong, Wu Chengzhang, and Huang Lie—are celebrated for their foundational contributions to the sport.
In total, the Hall of Fame has celebrated 42 individual inductees and three teams, each leaving an indelible mark on Chinese basketball history.
Guo Zhenming, the CBA president, remarked, \"The Hall of Fame is like a golden thread that strings these pearls together, presenting a valuable necklace to our future generations. It serves to inspire our youth and becomes a source of strength for them.\"
The induction ceremony is slated for March 2025, where the basketball community will come together to honor these remarkable individuals and their contributions to the game.
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