The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) has unveiled its standout performers for the 2023-2024 regular season, with Guangsha Lions' star center Hu Jinqiu securing his second career Most Valuable Player (MVP) title. Hu, who previously won the award in 2022, solidified his reputation as one of the league's most formidable forces, driving his team to contention with consistent all-around performances.
Guangsha Lions showcased collective excellence, with coach Wang Bo earning Best Coach honors after steering the team to a league-best 39-7 record. Sun Minghui, another Lions standout, was named Best Defensive Player, underscoring the team’s dominance in both offensive and defensive categories.
International talent also shone brightly, as former NBA player Kenneth Lofton Jr. of the Shanghai Sharks claimed Best International Player. Lofton’s 25.2 points and 12.6 rebounds per game fueled a dramatic mid-season turnaround, lifting Shanghai from a struggling position to a playoff berth with a 16-game winning streak.
Rising stars made their mark, too: Beijing Ducks’ Zeng Fanbo earned Most Improved Player, Guangdong Southern Tigers’ Ren Junfei took Best Sixth Man, and 19-year-old Qingdao Eagles center Yang Hansen was named Best Young Player. With playoffs approaching, these awards spotlight both established stars and emerging talent shaping the future of Chinese basketball.
