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CGTN Sports Talk: These guys have surprised the NBA this season

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CGTN Sports Talk: These guys have surprised the NBA this season

CGTN Sports Talk EP267 Surprises in the NBA.mp3

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One joy of watching professional sports is to be amazed by the growth of athletes. The NBA has never lacked that and has been bearing a series of happy surprises since the 2023-24 season began.

Having struggled for years, the Houston Rockets, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Orlando Magic, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers all have improved their performances this season.

Alperen Sengun stood behind the Rockets' rise with his offensive aggression and complete skills.

Anthony Edward is on the highway to becoming a true leader for the Timberwolves.

The Magic saw their patience pay off, especially on the defensive end.

Chet Holmgren, another unicorn, has made the Thunder's system work.

Tyrese Haliburton has cast his magic on the Pacers and turned them into a historic offensive team.

Alperen Sengun (L) of the Houston Rockets penetrates in the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, November 28, 2023. /CFP
Alperen Sengun (L) of the Houston Rockets penetrates in the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, November 28, 2023. /CFP

Alperen Sengun (L) of the Houston Rockets penetrates in the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, November 28, 2023. /CFP

Anthony Edwards (#5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots in the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, November 26, 2023. /CFP
Anthony Edwards (#5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots in the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, November 26, 2023. /CFP

Anthony Edwards (#5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots in the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, November 26, 2023. /CFP

Jalen Suggs (#4) of the Orlando Magic competes for the ball in the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Amyway Center in Orlando, Florida, December 11, 2023. /CFP
Jalen Suggs (#4) of the Orlando Magic competes for the ball in the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Amyway Center in Orlando, Florida, December 11, 2023. /CFP

Jalen Suggs (#4) of the Orlando Magic competes for the ball in the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Amyway Center in Orlando, Florida, December 11, 2023. /CFP

Chet Holmgren (#7) of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives toward the rim in the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, November 10, 2023. /CFP
Chet Holmgren (#7) of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives toward the rim in the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, November 10, 2023. /CFP

Chet Holmgren (#7) of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives toward the rim in the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, November 10, 2023. /CFP

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers looks on in the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, December 13, 2023. /CFP
Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers looks on in the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, December 13, 2023. /CFP

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers looks on in the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, December 13, 2023. /CFP

Host: Li Xiang

Cover designer: Feng Yuan

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