Averaged 22+10+7 per game! Is Shen Jing of the Rockets stronger? He has transformed into a low-post play style and has experience in facing off against Wenban.

In the previous matchup between the Rockets and the Spurs, they were ultimately outskilled and defeated. However, in that game, facing super center Bunyama Yama, the Rockets' Shen Jing performed well. In 36 minutes of play, Shen Jing made 10 of 22 shots, 1 of 6 three-pointers, and 4 of 5 free throws. He scored 25 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block, a near-triple double. The three key statistics of points, rebounds and assists are the highest for the Rockets. When Amen Thompson and Durant felt cold, it was Shen Jing who stepped up to support the Rockets' inside line. Without him, the Rockets might not survive the fourth quarter.

In that game, Bunyama's performance was relatively average. Although the Spurs defeated the Rockets, Wenbanyama made only 8 of 16 shots and scored 22 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 blocks, 4 turnovers and 5 fouls. Compared with Shen Jing's 25+9+8, it is obviously slightly inferior. However, the Spurs eventually won, and Bunyama was still the team's number one contributor. It can be said that in the first match between the Rockets and the Spurs this season, the performances of Bunyama and Shen Jing were evenly matched.

NBA reporter Brice Simon also talked about the showdown between Bunyama and Shen Jing in a program. He said that he had watched many matches between Bunyama Yama and Shin Kyung, including the match a few days ago. He believes that Shin Kyung's performance against Bunyama in the low post is very unique - he always tries to use his strength and solid skills to single out Bunyama, deliberately squeezing the thin Bunyama to the basket and then shooting. Other offensive methods besides this will almost always be blocked by Wenbanyama, leaving him with no room to take action.

As we all know, apart from his slight lack of strength, Bunbanyama's height, wingspan, rim protection ability, defensive awareness, and especially shot-blocking ability are all at the top level in the league. At the center position, it is rare to find an offensive and defensive player like him. If Shen Jing shoots from a regular position in the mid-range or low post, he will be easily disturbed or blocked. Therefore, in that duel, he could only rely on his strength advantage to suppress Wenbanyama deep into the basket and finish closest to the basket - making it difficult for Wenbanyama to block his shot.

Shen Jing reduces the risk of being blocked by reducing long-range shots, which also reflects his stronger body and smarter play style. This season, he averaged All-Star-level data of 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists per game. If you don't look at the name, this performance is easily reminiscent of Sabonis or Jokic. Being able to fight against Bunyama in the low post and gain an advantage with strength shows that Shin Kyung has become stronger and knows how to use his body to deal with opponents, especially when facing lanky insiders like Bunyama.

Shen Jing took the initiative to seek changes in his low-post play. He no longer relied on three-pointers, mid-range shots or flashy footsteps as before, but relied more on strength to overpower Wenban Yama. This strategy has achieved quite good results. In that game, Shin Kyung scored 25 points individually, while Bunyama only scored 22 points. It can be seen that Shen Jing has accumulated a certain amount of experience when facing Bunyama. In fact, last season, Shin Kyung scored 45 points against Bunyama. Although the Rockets lost in the previous game, Shen Jing did not fall into a disadvantage in the personal matchup, but showed certain advantages.