'By any chance? No, as expected!' Onuaku problem in five games, what is Kim Joo-sung's choice?
Oct 28, 2024
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Only two weeks ago, Wonju DB was evaluated as a strong candidate for the 2024-2025 season. Until he won the KBL Cup, which ended on the 13th, he was the undisputed No. 1 candidate.
At the center was Chinanu Onuaku, a foreign center re-recruited by DB for the first time in five years after the 2019-2020 season. Onuaku scored 24 points and 17 rebounds in the cup final against Suwon KT on the 13th, giving the team the championship. And even the MVP of the competition was selected.
However, the splendid glory enjoyed by DB and Onuaku disappeared without a trace in less than two weeks. Since the start of the regular league, DB has been mired in consecutive losses. It is the fourth consecutive defeat since winning 88-83 in the opening match against Seoul Samsung on the 19th.
This rapid turbulence in the DB can be attributed to Onuaku's poor performance of 'Cup Competition MVP'. This is because frequent mistakes, insincere-looking team play, and team tactics and outspoken individual play have caused other players' play to stagnate at once.
However, some in the basketball world say that onuaku's appearance is "a fully expected situation". In addition, there is a saying that "People don't change very well". Through the past history, Onuaku's shortcomings and problems have already been revealed. Nevertheless, DB pushed ahead with re-entry.
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Therefore, when DB said it would bring Onuaku back, there was a lot of concern. It seemed to have changed a little in the cup competition, but when it entered the regular season, the problems that were concerned are clearly expressed.
It's frustrating for DB. 'It will be different from before', but the same problem is repeated as a result. If this is not resolved, the losing streak may be longer.
But there is nowhere to complain. It's a self-inflicted thing. For now, we have no choice but to give Onuaku more opportunities. Coach Kim Joo-sung called on Onuaku to show a more heavy side under the basket. I made eye contact with my colleague and asked him to pass it. "Once again, I'm trying to solve the problem through personal interviews" he said. Will Kim be able to tame Onuaku again. There is a key to escaping a losing streak.
wman@sportschosun.com
