Cui Yongxi scores his first NBA points in the Brooklyn Nets’ preseason game – RADII

The Brooklyn Nets’ new Chinese player Cui Yongxi (also known as Jacky Cui) turned heads in the team’s recent preseason win over the Washington Wizards, showing why he is one of the most exciting young talents to watch in the NBA gives. Wearing No. 8 on his jersey – a number he chose because of its significance as a lucky number in Chinese culture – Cui seized the moment when head coach Jordi Fernandez gave him his first NBA minutes at home. The 21-year-old made the most of it and delivered an astonishing performance with a three-pointer late in the game that left fans and teammates excited and demonstrated his potential and readiness for greater responsibility. “I had nothing in mind. When I’m open, I just shoot straight to the basket. Whether there is a goal or not, it didn’t matter because I was focused on the game and my teammates were in defense,” Cui explained, via the New York Post.

Cui’s Brooklyn Nets teammate Cam Thomas praised Vavel for his impact on the game, saying, “Everyone was excited. That’s definitely a good thing because everyone can see that we all like each other and want each other to succeed. No matter who it is. That’s something coach Jordi Fernandez preached to us – just sticking together as a team and that helps us build relationships with each other.” Coach Fernandez echoed this sentiment, emphasizing how happy the team is for Cui and emphasizing the importance of it is to build strong relationships within the team.

The game ended in a 131-92 win for the Nets, with Cui scoring five points and grabbing one rebound in the final minutes of the game. His potential didn’t go unnoticed by fans, who had to compare him to former Nets sharpshooters. One Instagram user, hangry.insomniac, commented: “Joe Harris replacement? Yuta Watanabe successor?” The excitement surrounding his performance signals that expectations for the young player are rising as the regular season approaches. Another Instagram user, _kidfrom, expressed the growing excitement surrounding Cui, commenting, “He’s going to need more minutes 🔥🔥,” highlighting the increasing demand for more court appearances for him.

Fans and analysts are excited to look forward and look forward to seeing how Cui’s role with the Brooklyn Nets evolves. His ability to remain calm under pressure, combined with his sharp shooting and team-oriented mindset, signals a bright future. The preseason has provided a glimpse of what he is capable of, and with the regular season just around the corner, expectations are high.

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