Shandong's basketball team has undergone a significant roster overhaul this season, with new additions aiming to inject fresh energy into the squad. Despite these changes, the team currently holds a record of 2 wins and 4 losses, placing them 19th in the standings. Their performance at the start of the season was middling, but their recent form has taken a downward turn, suffering three consecutive defeats against Shenzhen, Guangdong, and Qingdao. On the court, only foreign player Chris has been a standout performer, averaging 23.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 3 assists per game. New recruit Chen Linjian contributes 12.3 points per game, but his shot attempts are limited, and his coordination with teammates seems to be lacking. Veteran Tao Hanlin is not favored by the head coach and has been gradually sidelined. It seems that Shandong is facing increasing difficulties on the court. The game total is set at 183.5 points.