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Chinese Basketball Association

Top professional men's basketball league in China


Top professional men's basketball league in China

FieldValue
nameChinese Basketball Association
imageFile:Chinese Basketball Association.svg
pixels160px
organiserChinese Basketball Management Center
countryChina
fedChinese Basketball Association
confedFIBA Asia
founded
first[1995–96](1995-96-cba-season)
divisions2
teams20
levels1
confed_cupBasketball Champions League Asia
championsZhejiang Lions (1st title)
season2024–25
most_champsGuangdong Southern Tigers
(11 titles)
most_appearancesZhou Peng (740)
top_scorerLester Hudson (13,076)
tvCCTV, Migu Video
website
current[2024–25 CBA season](2024-25-chinese-basketball-association-season)
Note

(11 titles)

The Chinese Basketball Association (), often abbreviated as the CBA, is the first-tier men's professional basketball league in China.

The league is commonly known by fans as the CBA, and this acronym is even used in Chinese on a regular basis. The CBA should not be confused with the National Basketball League (NBL), which is a professional minor league. There is also a Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA).

A few Chinese players who competed in the CBA in the early stages of their careers—including Wang Zhizhi, Mengke Bateer, Yao Ming, Yi Jianlian, Sun Yue, and Zhou Qi—have also played in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Others, such as Xue Yuyang and Wang Zhelin, were chosen in the draft, but did not play in the NBA.

Only a limited number of foreign players are allowed on each CBA team. Notable imports include former NBA All-Stars Stephon Marbury, Tracy McGrady, Gilbert Arenas, Steve Francis, Metta World Peace and Kenyon Martin—as well as several NBA veterans who would become CBA All-Stars—Michael Beasley, Aaron Brooks, Jimmer Fredette, Al Harrington, Lester Hudson, Randolph Morris, Shavlik Randolph, Jeremy Lin and J.R. Smith.

Background

The CBA began play in the 1995–96 season. The league should not be confused with the Chinese Basketball Association (organisation), which was founded in June 1956 and represents the country in matters involving the sport's governing body, FIBA. Basketball in China is currently regulated by the Chinese Basketball Management Center.

Other Chinese basketball leagues include the National Basketball League (NBL), the Chinese University Basketball Association (CUBA), and the Chinese High School Basketball League (CHBL). At one time there was a league called the Chinese New Basketball Alliance (CNBA), one of whose most prominent teams was the Beijing Sea Lions, but this venture lasted for just one winter (1996–97).

The first non-Chinese player to compete in the CBA was Mihail Savinkov of Uzbekistan, who joined the Zhejiang Squirrels in the league's inaugural 1995–96 campaign. During the 1996–97 season, James Hodges became one of the first Americans to play in the CBA, and his signing by the Liaoning Hunters helped pave the way for many more imports from the United States to follow in the ensuing years.

Some other notable foreign pioneers included John Spencer, who joined the Jiangsu Dragons later in the 1996–97 campaign, and David Vanterpool, who inked a deal with the Jilin Northeast Tigers the following winter, who helped the team move up to the CBA in time for the 1998–99 season. The CBA's first international coach was American Robert Hoggard, who led the Sichuan Pandas for the last eight games of the 1997–98 campaign.

Team names

For a full list of teams, see Current clubs section below. Also see :Category:Chinese Basketball Association teams.

The full name of each team usually consists of three parts, in the following order:

  1. A geographic designation (except in the case of Bayi, which technically translates into English as "August First," the day China's People's Liberation Army was founded). All others are province-level designations (either a province or a Chinese municipality).
  2. A corporate sponsor name. This sponsor may change from year to year, and sometimes even in mid-season.
  3. A nickname, such as the name of an animal.

The presence of corporate sponsor names can occasionally lead to confusion about what name to use in English because many variants may be seen. Team names are usually abbreviated (in Chinese or English), so that either the corporate sponsor name or the nickname is used interchangeably (rarely both). In addition, team nicknames can sometimes be translated into English in more than one way, and corporate sponsors tend to change frequently over time.

Nickname changes are rare, but occasionally happen, such as when the Shandong team switched from Flaming Bulls (1995) to Lions (2003) to Gold Lions (2004) to Golden Stars (2014). Other examples include the Liaoning team dumping Hunters (1995) for Dinosaurs (2008) and then Flying Leopards (2011) -- as well as the Foshan team's evolving attempts to "Anglicize" its nickname—by going from Kylins (2001) to Dralions to Long-Lions.

In previous years, the title of the league itself was available for corporate naming sponsorship. In 1999–2000 and 2000–2001 it was known as the Hilton League, in 2001–2002 and 2002–2003 it was the Motorola League, and in 2003–2004 it was sponsored by China Unicom. These corporate league titles were not always used in the news media, however, and this sponsorship practice was discontinued at the start of the 2004–2005 season.

Current clubs

While clubs are listed by division here, the CBA does not use these designations for regular season purposes anymore, as each squad now plays each other once at home and once on the road (plus eight additional games within each of the four rotating "strength of schedule" sub-groupings). Divisions are used for the league's annual All-Star Game, however, and are shown here for the sake of convenience.

ClubHome CityArenaHead coachClub nameName in ChineseNorthern DivisionSouthern Division
**Beijing Ducks**北京首钢霹雳鸭BeijingWukesong ArenaCHN Xu Limin
**Beijing Royal Fighters**北京紫禁勇士BeijingBeijing Olympic Sports Center GymnasiumCHN Zhang Qingpeng
**Jilin Northeast Tigers**吉林九台农商行东北虎Changchun, Jilin
Jilin City, JilinChangchun Gymnasium
Jilin City ArenaCHN Zhong Cheng
**Liaoning Flying Leopards**辽宁沈阳三生飞豹Shenyang, LiaoningLiaoning GymnasiumCHN Yang Ming
**Qingdao Eagles**青岛国信海天雄鹰Qingdao, ShandongGuoxin GymnasiumCHN Liu Weiwei
**Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin**山东高速麒麟Jinan, ShandongShandong ArenaCHN Qiu Biao
**Shanxi Loongs**山西汾酒猛龙Taiyuan, ShanxiShanxi Sports Centre Gymnasium
Taiyuan Riverside Sports Centre GymnasiumCHN Pan Jiang
**Sichuan Blue Whales**四川锦城蓝鲸Chengdu, SichuanJinqiang International Event CenterCHN Han Shuo
**Tianjin Pioneers**天津荣钢先行者TianjinDongli Gymnasium
Tianjin ArenaCHN Zhou Jinli
**Xinjiang Flying Tigers**新疆广汇飞虎Ürümqi, XinjiangUrumqi Olympic Sports CenterCRO Goran Bjedov
**Fujian Sturgeons**福建鲟浔兴Jinjiang, Quanzhou, FujianZuchang GymnasiumSRB Aleksandar Kesar
**Guangdong Southern Tigers**广东宏远华南虎Dongguan, GuangdongBank of Dongguan Basketball CenterCHN Du Feng
**Guangzhou Loong Lions**广州龙狮Guangzhou, GuangdongTianhe GymnasiumCAN Nathaniel Mitchell
**Jiangsu Dragons**江苏龙肯帝亚Changzhou, Jiangsu
Suzhou, JiangsuChangzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium
Suzhou Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium
Suzhou Sports Center GymnasiumCHN Yi Li
**Nanjing Monkey Kings**南京同曦大圣Nanjing, JiangsuNanjing Youth Olympic Sports Park ArenaSVN Memi Bečirovič
**Ningbo Rockets**宁波富邦火箭Ningbo, ZhejiangYoungor ArenaGRE Charalampos Markopoulos
**Shanghai Sharks**上海久事大鲨鱼ShanghaiShanghai Indoor Stadium (*Shanghai Arena*)CHN Lu Wei
**Shenzhen Leopards**深圳新世纪烈豹Shenzhen, GuangdongShenzhen GymnasiumCHN Zhou Peng
**Zhejiang Golden Bulls**浙江稠州金牛Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Yiwu, Jinhua, ZhejiangBinjiang Gymnasium
Yiwu Meihu Sports Centre GymnasiumCHN Ding Wei
**Zhejiang Guangsha Lions**浙江广厦雄狮Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Zhuji, Shaoxing, ZhejiangHangzhou Gymnasium
Zhuji Sports Centre GymnasiumCHN Wang Bo

Timeline

This is a chronological listing of current and former CBA teams according to the season that they entered the league.

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Finals

In 2005, the league unveiled the Mou Zuoyun Cup (), which was awarded for the first time to the winning team in the CBA Finals. Mou Zuoyun (1913–2007) was a member of the Chinese men's national basketball team which competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics, and he later served as a coach and a pioneer in building Chinese basketball.

SeasonChampionsResultRunners-upFinals MVPNotesWinning team coach
[1995–96](1995-96-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[1996–97](1996-97-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[1997–98](1997-98-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[1998–99](1998-99-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[1999–00](1999-2000-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2000–01](2000-01-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2001–02](2001-02-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2002–03](2002-03-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2003–04](2003-04-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2004–05](2004-05-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2005–06](2005-06-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2006–07](2006-07-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2007–08](2007-08-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2008–09](2008-09-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2009–10](2009-10-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2010–11](2010-11-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2011–12](2011-12-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2012–13](2012-13-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2013–14](2013-14-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2014–15](2014-15-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2015–16](2015-16-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2016–17](2016-17-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2017–18](2017-18-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2018–19](2018-19-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2019–20](2019-20-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2020–21](2020-21-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2021–22](2021-22-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2022–23](2022-23-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2023–24](2023-24-chinese-basketball-association-season)
[2024–25](2024-25-chinese-basketball-association-season)

Finals appearances

This is a list of the teams which have advanced to the CBA Finals and the overall win–loss records they have registered in the Championship Series.

TotalTeamTitle(s)Runners-upPct.
16Guangdong Southern Tigers115
11Bayi Rockets83
12Liaoning Flying Leopards48
4Beijing Ducks31
7Xinjiang Flying Tigers16
3Shanghai Sharks12
3Zhejiang Guangsha Lions12
1Sichuan Blue Whales10
1Jiangsu Dragons01
1Shandong Gold Lions01
1Zhejiang Golden Bulls01

Awards

The CBA Most Valuable Player award is presented to the league's best player in a given CBA season. Since the 2012–13 campaign, two awards have been handed out each year, Domestic MVP and International MVP. The rules for the selection of the MVP in the regular season are: the number of games must reach 28 or more; The comprehensive score of individual technical indicators ranks among the best; The team won the top three in the regular season. At the conclusion of each season, the CBA Finals MVP award is bestowed upon the most outstanding player in that year's championship series.

Each campaign's scoring leader is also recognized on an annual basis and the league maintains a list of single game, single season, and career record holders in various statistical categories. Furthermore, a CBA All-Star Game MVP award is given to the player deemed to have the most impactful performance in the league's annual mid-season exhibition contest.

The CBA Best Defender award is presented to the league's most hard-skilled and efficient defender in a given season of the CBA.

Scoring leaders

Main article: Chinese Basketball Association scoring leaders

The CBA's highest single season scoring average, depending on how many games are required to be recognized as a statistical qualifier, is either 43.1 points per game by Jordan Crawford, who played in 26 of Tianjin's 38 games (68.4%) in 2015–16, or 42.0 points per game by Jonathan Gibson, who played in 36 of Qingdao's 38 games (94.7%) in 2015–16.

Rebounding leaders

Main article: Chinese Basketball Association rebounding leaders

Records

Main article: Chinese Basketball Association records

This is a list of individual records separated into two categories — career records and single game records.

Records last updated and confirmed on March 13, 2019, the final day of the 2018–19 CBA regular season.

Single game records

RecordNum.Player(s)Team(s)Game(s)Date(s)
Zhejiang Golden Bulls 119–129 Guangdong Southern TigersJanuary 30, 2015
Shaanxi Kylins 139–88 Shenzhen YikangMarch 20, 2002
CHN Li QunGuangdong Southern Tigers 110–101 Nanjing ArmyFebruary 2, 2000
Steals**13**CHN Ju WeisongShandong Flaming Bulls 84–70 Vanguard / Police1995–96 Season
Bayi Rockets 109–81 Guangdong Southern Tigers1996–97 Season
Jiangsu Dragons 135–108 Jilin Northeast TigersDecember 1, 2004
Blocks**13**Jilin Northeast Tigers 126–118 Shanghai SharksFebruary 11, 2001
Tianjin Gold Lions 113–108 Fujian SturgeonsFebruary 10, 2010
USA Sean WilliamsFujian Sturgeons 101–94 Jilin Northeast TigersFebruary 26, 2010
Minutes Played
Fujian Sturgeons 178–177 (5OT) Zhejiang Golden BullsFebruary 9, 2014
Jilin Northeast Tigers 124–110 Shanxi Brave DragonsMarch 11, 2009
USA James HodgesLiaoning Hunters 95–85 Shandong Flaming Bulls1998–99 Season
Zhejiang Golden Bulls 119–129 Guangdong Southern TigersJanuary 30, 2015

Career records

RecordNum.PlayerTeam(s)Seasons
CHN Yi Jianlian (active)2002–2003 to 2006–2007 / 2011–2012 to present
CHN Yi Jianlian (active)2002–2003 to 2006–2007 / 2011–2012 to present
1999–2000 to 2016–2017
1999–2000 to 2016–2017
1995–1996 to 2000–2001 / 2006–2007 to 2014–2015
Minutes Played
(Only available since 2011)USA Lester Hudson (active)Guangdong Southern Tigers
Qingdao Eagles
Dongguan Leopards
Xinjiang Flying Tigers
Liaoning Flying Leopards
Shandong Heroes2010–2011 to present
USA Lester Hudson (active)Guangdong Southern Tigers
Qingdao Eagles
Dongguan Leopards
Xinjiang Flying Tigers
Liaoning Flying Leopards
Shandong Heroes2010–2011 to present
CHN Yi Jianlian (active)2002–2003 to 2006–2007 / 2011–2012 to present
CHN Yi Jianlian (active)2002–2003 to 2006–2007 / 2011–2012 to present
CHN Li Xiaoxu (active)2005–present
1999–2000 to 2016–2017
1999–2000 to 2016–2017

Notable players

Listed below are some of the most accomplished Chinese players who have competed in the CBA. Time spent with teams in lower leagues before they joined the CBA, or after they left the CBA, cannot be counted as CBA seasons. Notes will be made of such service below a player's CBA information.

Domestic players from the CBA who are known for crossing over to the NBA

NameCBA Team(s) (Years)NBA Team(s) (Year/s)Drafted
CHN Mengke BateerBeijing Ducks (1997–2002, 2005–2006)
Xinjiang Flying Tigers (2007–2013)Denver Nuggets (2002)
San Antonio Spurs (2002–2003)
Toronto Raptors (2003–2004)Undrafted in [1999 NBA draft](1999-nba-draft)
CHN Sun YueBeijing Olympians (2002–2004)
Beijing Ducks (2013–2017)
Beikong Royal Fighters (2019–present)
*Also played for post-CBA Beijing Olympians (2004–2008, 2009–2013)*Los Angeles Lakers (2008–2009)[2007](2007-nba-draft) / Round 2 / 40th overall pick
Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
CHN Wang ZhizhiBayi Rockets (1995–2001, 2006–2015)Dallas Mavericks (2001–2002)
Los Angeles Clippers (2002–2003)
Miami Heat (2003–2005)[1999](1999-nba-draft) / Round 2 / 36th overall pick
Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
CHN Yao MingShanghai Sharks (1997–2002)Houston Rockets (2002–2011)[2002](2002-nba-draft) / Round 1 / 1st overall pick
Selected by the Houston Rockets
CHN Yi JianlianGuangdong Southern Tigers (2002–2007, 2011, 2012–2023)Milwaukee Bucks (2007–2008)
New Jersey Nets (2008–2010)
Washington Wizards (2010–2011)
Dallas Mavericks (2012)[2007](2007-nba-draft) / Round 1 / 6th overall pick
Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
CHN Zhou QiXinjiang Flying Tigers (2014–2017)Houston Rockets (2017–2018)[2016](2016-nba-draft) / Round 2 / 46th overall pick
Selected by the Houston Rockets
CHN Cui YongxiGuangzhou Loong Lions (2022–2024)Brooklyn Nets (2024)Undrafted in [2024 NBA draft](2024-nba-draft)
CHN Yang HansenQingdao Eagles (2023–2024)Portland Trail Blazers (2025–present)[2025](2025-nba-draft) / Round 1 / 16th overall pick
Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies
CHN Zeng FanboBeijing Ducks (2022–2024)Brooklyn Nets (2025)Undrafted in [2022 NBA draft](2022-nba-draft)

Domestic players from the CBA who were drafted but have not played in the NBA

NameCBA Team(s) (Years)DraftedCHN Wang ZhelinCHN Xue Yuyang
[2016](2016-nba-draft) / Round 2 / 57th overall pick
Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies
Jilin Northeast Tigers (2001–2002)
Hong Kong Flying Dragons (2002–2003)
Xinjiang Flying Tigers (2003–2010)
Zhejiang Guangsha Lions (2010–2011)
Qingdao Eagles (2011–2014)[2003](2003-nba-draft) / Round 2 / 57th overall pick
Selected by the Dallas Mavericks

Domestic players from the CBA who have only played in NBA pre-season games

NameCBA Team(s) (Years)NBA Team (Pre-season)CHN Ding YanyuhangCHN Liu Wei
Shandong Gold Lions/Golden Stars (2011–2018)Dallas Mavericks ([2018–2019](2018-19-dallas-mavericks-season))
Shanghai Sharks (1997–2014, 2018–2019)
Xinjiang Flying Tigers (2014–2016)
Sichuan Blue Whales (2016–2018)Sacramento Kings ([2004–2005](2004-05-sacramento-kings-season))

Domestic players from the CBA who have participated in the NBA Summer League

NameCBA Team (Years)NBA Team (Summer League)CHN Abdusalam AbdurixitCHN Ding YanyuhangCHN He Tianju
Golden State Warriors ([2018](2018-nba-summer-league))
Shandong Gold Lions/Golden Stars (2011–2018)Dallas Mavericks ([2017](2017-nba-summer-league))
Liaoning Dinosaurs/Flying Leopards (2010–present)New Orleans Pelicans ([2015](2015-nba-summer-league))

Note: The Red Squad of the Chinese National Team toured the United States and played several NBA Summer League teams during the 2018 NBA Summer League season while the combined Chinese National Team did likewise during the 2019 NBA Summer League season.

Domestic players from the CBA who are known for league or national team exploits

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  • CHN Du Feng ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12
  • CHN Gong Xiaobin ~ Shandong Flaming Bulls 1995–96, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03
  • CHN Guo Ailun ~ Liaoning Dinosaurs/Flying Leopards 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • CHN Guo Shiqiang ~ Liaoning Hunters 1995–96, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05
  • CHN Han Dejun ~ Liaoning Hunters/Dinosaurs/Flying Leopards 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • CHN Hu Weidong ~ Jiangsu Dragons 1995–96, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04
  • CHN Hu Xuefeng ~ Jiangsu Dragons 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17
  • CHN Li Gen ~ Shanghai Sharks 2008–09, 2009–10, Qingdao Eagles 2010–11, 2011–12, Beijing Ducks 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, Shanghai Sharks 2019–20
  • CHN Li Nan ~ Bayi Rockets 1995–96, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
  • CHN Li Xiaoxu ~ Liaoning Hunters/Dinosaurs/Flying Leopards 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • CHN Liu Yudong ~ Bayi Rockets 1995–96, 1996–97, 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, Fujian Xunxing 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10
  • CHN Shang Ping ~ Beijing Ducks 2009–10, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2010–11, 2011–12, Qingdao Eagles 2012–13, Tianjin Gold Lions 2014–15, 2015–16
  • CHN Sun Jun ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06
  • CHN Sun Mingming ~ Beijing Ducks 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12
  • CHN Tang Zhengdong ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, Foshan Long-Lions 2015–16, Jiangsu Tongxi/Nanjing Monkey Kings 2016–17, 2017–18
  • CHN Wang Shipeng ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16
  • CHN Zhai Xiaochuan ~ Beijing Ducks 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • CHN Zhang Qingpeng ~ Liaoning Hunters/Dinosaurs 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2010–11, Liaoning Flying Leopards 2011–12, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2012–13, 2013–14, Beijing Ducks 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, Qingdao Eagles 2017–18, 2018–19, Shandong Heroes 2019–20
  • CHN Zhao Tailong ~ Fujian Xunxing/Sturgeons 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, Qingdao Eagles 2019–20
  • CHN Zhou Peng ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19
  • CHN Zhu Fangyu ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 1999–2000, 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17

Foreign imports

Listed below are some of the most accomplished foreign imports who have competed in the CBA. Players must appear in at least one game for the team to receive credit for a season. Someone who signs a contract but never steps on the court does not count.

As of early 2024, over 100 basketball professionals from the United States, Europe, and Australia work in the CBA.

Policy

Every team can register up to four foreign players per season. During the regular season, the policy of four (maximum) foreign players on the field for four quarters and four times per game (full of one per quarter) is adopted, while the team ranked in the bottom four last season may adopt the policy of four (maximum) foreign players for four quarters and five times per game (full of two times per quarter in the first three quarters and one time per quarter in the last quarter). During the playoffs, all teams will adopt a four-player (maximum) four-period four-times policy for foreign players (maximum of one per period)

Non-Chinese players who spent 5 or more seasons in the CBA

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  • JOR Zaid Abbas ~ Shanghai Sharks 2009–10, Beijing Ducks 2010–11, Fujian Sturgeons 2011–12, Shandong Gold Lions 2012–13, Tianjin Gold Lions 2013–14, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2014–15, Tongxi Monkey Kings 2016–17, Beikong Fly Dragons 2017–18
  • USANGA Josh Akognon ~ Dongguan Leopards 2010–11, 2011–12, Liaoning Flying Leopards 2012–13, Qingdao Eagles 2013–14, Foshan Long-Lions 2014–15, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2015–16
  • USA Levan Alston Sr. ~ Beijing Ducks 1997–98, 1998–99, 1999–00, 2000–01, 2001–02, Shandong Flaming Bulls 2002–03
  • USAPHI Andray Blatche ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, Tianjin Gold Lions 2018–19
  • USA MarShon Brooks ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Dwight Buycks ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2014–15, Fujian Sturgeons 2015–16, 2016–17, Shenzhen Leopards/Aviators 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USANGA Ike Diogu ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2012–13, Dongguan Leopards 2014–15, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2015–16, Tongxi Monkey Kings 2016–17, Sichuan Blue Whales 2017–18
  • USA Jason Dixon ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 1998–99, 1999–00, 2000–01, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
  • USA Jamaal Franklin ~ Guangsha Lions 2014–15, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2015–16, 2016–17, Sichuan Blue Whales 2017–18, 2018–19, Shanxi Loongs 2019–20
  • USA Charles Gaines ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2009–10, Qingdao Eagles 2010–11, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2014–15, 2015–16
  • USA Jonathan Gibson ~ Guangsha Lions 2013–14, Qingdao Eagles 2015–16, 2017–18, 2018–19, Jiangsu Dragons 2019–20
  • USA Rod Gregoire ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06
  • IRI Hamed Haddadi ~ Sichuan Blue Whales 2013–14, Qingdao Eagles 2014–15, Sichuan Blue Whales 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2018–19, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2019–20
  • USA Mike Harris ~ Dongguan Leopards 2007–08, 2008–09, Shanghai Sharks 2010–11, 2011–12, Jiangsu Dragons 2012–13, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2013–14, Qingdao Eagles 2014–15, Sichuan Blue Whales 2015–16, 2016–17, Fujian Sturgeons 2017–18
  • USA Donnell Harvey ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2008–09, 2009–10, Tianjin Gold Lions 2011–12, 2012–13, Shandong Gold Lions 2013–14
  • USA Eli Holman ~ Guangsha Lions 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, Tianjin Gold Lions 2017–18, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2019–20
  • USA Lester Hudson ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2010–11, Qingdao Eagles 2011–12, Dongguan Leopards 2012–13, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2013–14, Liaoning Flying Leopards 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, Shandong Heroes 2019–20
  • USAUKR Eugene "Pooh" Jeter ~ Shandong Gold Lions/Golden Stars 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, Tianjin Gold Lions 2016–17, 2017–18, Fujian Sturgeons 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Dominique Jones ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2013–14, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2014–15, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2015–16, Qingdao Eagles 2016–17, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2017–18, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Stephon Marbury ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2009–10, Foshan Dralions 2010–11, Beijing Ducks 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17, Beikong Fly Dragons 2017–18
  • USA Will McDonald ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, Tongxi Monkey Kings 2014–15, Jiangsu Dragons 2015–16
  • USA Randolph Morris ~ Beijing Ducks 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2016–17
  • NGA Olumide Oyedeji ~ Beijing Ducks 2003–04, 2004–05, 2007–08, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2008–09, Liaoning Dinosaurs 2009–10, Qingdao Eagles 2011–12
  • PUR Peter John Ramos ~ Guangsha Lions 2009–10, 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13, Qingdao Eagles 2013–14, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2015–16
  • USA Shavlik Randolph ~ Dongguan Leopards 2011–12, Foshan Dralions 2012–13, 2013–14, Liaoning Flying Leopards 2015–16, 2016–17, Beikong Fly Dragons 2017–18, 2018–19
  • PLE Sani Sakakini ~ Qingdao Eagles 2011–12, 2013–14, Tongxi Monkey Kings 2015–16, Tianjin Gold Lions 2016–17, Guangzhou Long-Lions 2017–18, Beikong Royal Fighters 2019–20
  • MLI Soumaila Samake ~ Zhejiang Cyclones 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07, 2007–08, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2008–09, 2009–10
  • USA God Shammgod ~ Zhejiang Cyclones 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2006–07
  • USA Von Wafer ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2012–13, Shanghai Sharks 2013–14, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2014–15, Tongxi Monkey Kings 2015–16, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Jameel Watkins ~ Fujian Xunxing 2007–08, Jiangsu Dragons 2008–09, 2009–10, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2010–11, 2011–12
  • USA Rodney White ~ Guangsha Lions 2007–08, 2008–09, 2009–10, Shandong Gold Lions 2010–11, Guangsha Lions 2011–12
  • USA Marcus E. Williams ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2009–10, 2010–11, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2011–12, 2012–13, 2013–14, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2015–16

Non-Chinese players who spent 2 to 4 seasons in the CBA

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  • USA George Ackles ~ Shanghai Sharks 2000–01, Beijing Ducks 2001–02
  • USABUL Darius Adams ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, Qingdao Eagles 2019–20
  • USA Myron Allen ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2008–09, 2009–10, Shandong Gold Lions 2010–11
  • USA Gilbert Arenas ~ Shanghai Sharks 2012–13, 2013–14
  • IRI Samad Nikkhah Bahrami ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2013–14, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2015–16, Guangzhou Long-Lions 2016–17, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2017–18
  • USA Brandon Bass ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • URU Esteban Batista ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2015–16, 2016–17
  • USA Michael Beasley ~ Shanghai Sharks 2014–15, Shandong Golden Stars 2015–16, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2018–19
  • USA Jerrelle Benimon ~ Foshan Long-Lions 2015–16, Qingdao Eagles 2016–17
  • USA Josh Boone ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2010–11, 2011–12, 2012–13
  • GRE Ioannis Bourousis ~ Guangsha Lions 2017–18, 2018–19
  • USA Denzel Bowles ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2013–14, 2014–15
  • USA Bobby Brown ~ Dongguan/Shenzhen Leopards 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, Shanxi Loongs 2018–19
  • USA Ernest Brown ~ Liaoning Hunters 2004–05, 2006–07
  • USA Jabari Brown ~ Foshan Long-Lions 2015–16, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2016–17, Jiangsu Dragons 2017–18
  • USA Lorenzo Brown ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2016–17, Guangzhou Long-Lions 2018–19
  • USA Will Bynum ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2014–15, 2015–16
  • SEN Babacar Camara ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USABelize Alex Carcamo ~ Shenzhen Yikang 2000–01, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2001–02
  • USA Lorenzo Coleman ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2003–04, 2004–05, 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USA Peter Cornell ~ Zhejiang Cyclones 2003–04, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2004–05
  • USA Jordan Crawford ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2014–15, Tianjin Gold Lions 2015–16, Sichuan Blue Whales 2018–19
  • USA Brandon Crump ~ Shaanxi Kylins 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USAJOR Osama "Sam" Daghles ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2011–12, Tianjin Gold Lions 2012–13, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2013–14
  • HAICAN Samuel Dalembert ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2015–16, 2016–17
  • USA Chris Daniels ~ Qingdao Eagles 2012–13, Liaoning Flying Leopards 2013–14, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2014–15
  • USA Marcus Denmon ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Justin Dentmon ~ Qingdao Eagles 2014–15, Sichuan Blue Whales 2015–16, Shandong Golden Stars 2016–17
  • USA Carlos Dixon ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USA Quincy Douby ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2010–11, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2012–13, Shanghai Sharks 2013–14, Tianjin Gold Lions 2014–15
  • USAPHI Marcus Douthit ~ Foshan Dralions 2011–12, 2012–13
  • USANGA Michael Efevberha ~ Sichuan Blue Whales 2013–14, 2014–15
  • USA Ed Elisma ~ Shandong Lions 2003–04, Henan Dragons 2004–05
  • USA LeRon Ellis ~ Beijing Olympians 1999–00, 2001–02
  • USA Andre Emmett ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2009–10, Fujian Sturgeons 2010–11
  • LBN Rony Fahed ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2009–10, 2011–12
  • USA Kay Felder ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Kyle Fogg ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2017–18, 2018–19, Beikong Royal Fighters 2019–20
  • USA Alton Ford ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2004–05, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2009–10
  • USA Ryan Forehan-Kelly ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2004–05, 2007–08, Shanghai Sharks 2011–12
  • USA Courtney Fortson ~ Guangsha Lions 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, Sichuan Blue Whales 2019–20
  • USA Jimmer Fredette ~ Shanghai Sharks 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19
  • USA Andrew Goudelock ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2015–16, Shandong Golden Stars 2018–19
  • USA Terrance Green ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USA Martin Green-Werscott ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2004–05, 2007–08
  • USA Marcus Haislip ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2010–11, Foshan Dralions 2011–12, Dongguan Leopards 2012–13, Jiangsu Dragons 2013–14
  • USA Simeon Haley ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05
  • USACRO Justin Hamilton ~ Beijing Ducks 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Tyler Hansbrough ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2017–18, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2018–19, Sichuan Blue Whales 2019–20
  • USA David Harrison ~ Beijing Ducks 2008–09, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2009–10, 2010–11, Tianjin Gold Lions 2011–12
  • USA Stephen Hart ~ Shanghai Sharks 2001–02, Jiangsu Dragons 2002–03
  • USA Chris Herren ~ Beijing Ducks 2002–03, Jiangsu Dragons 2003–04
  • USA J.J. Hickson ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2016–17, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2017–18
  • USA James Hodges ~ Liaoning Hunters 1996–97, Jiangsu Dragons 1997–98, Liaoning Hunters 1998–99, 1999–00
  • USA Othello Hunter ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2011–12, Jiangsu Dragons 2012–13
  • USA Aaron Jackson ~ Beijing Ducks 2017–18, 2018–19, Guangsha Lions 2019–20
  • USA Darnell Jackson ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2012–13, Shanghai Sharks 2013–14
  • USA Pierre Jackson ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2018–19, Shenzhen Aviators 2019–20
  • USA Bernard James ~ Shanghai Sharks 2014–15, 2015–16
  • USA Chris Johnson ~ Guangsha Lions 2013–14, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2014–15
  • USA Dakari Johnson ~ Qingdao Eagles 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Ivan Johnson ~ Qingdao Eagles 2011–12, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2013–14
  • USA Dwayne Jones ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2010–11, Guangsha Lions 2011–12
  • DMA Garth Joseph ~ Shaanxi Kylins 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05
  • IRI Mehdi Kamrani ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2014–15, Beikong Fly Dragons 2015–16, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2016–17
  • LBN Fadi El Khatib ~ Foshan Long-Lions 2014–15, Fujian Sturgeons 2015–16
  • POLSWE Maciej Lampe ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2016–17, Qingdao Eagles 2017–18, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2018–19
  • USA Ty Lawson ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2017–18, 2018–19, Fujian Sturgeons 2019–20
  • USA Justin Love ~ Beijing Olympians 2002–03, 2003–04
  • USA John Lucas III ~ Shanghai Sharks 2009–10, 2010–11, Fujian Sturgeons 2014–15
  • SYR Michael Madanly ~ Foshan Dralions 2011–12, 2012–13, Qingdao Eagles 2013–14, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2014–15
  • USACAR James Mays ~ Beijing Ducks 2009–10, Qingdao Eagles 2017–18, Shandong Heroes 2019–20
  • USA Jelani McCoy ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2004–05, Guangsha Lions 2008–09, Fujian Xunxing 2009–10
  • USA Errick McCollum ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2014–15, Beikong Fly Dragons 2016–17
  • USA Nick Minnerath ~ Shanghai Sharks 2017–18, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2018–19
  • USANGA Gabe Muoneke ~ Beijing Olympians 2003–04, Guangsha Lions 2006–07, Yunnan Bulls 2008–09
  • LTU Donatas Motiejūnas ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2017–18, 2018–19, Shanghai Sharks 2019–20
  • USA Shabazz Muhammad ~ Shanxi Loongs 2018–19, Shenzhen Aviators 2019–20
  • USA Lamond Murray ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
  • USA Anthony Myles ~ Dongguan Leopards 2005–06, 2006–07
  • SEN Hamady N'Diaye ~ Foshan Dralions 2011–12, Tianjin Gold Lions 2012–13
  • CAN Andrew Nicholson ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2017–18, Fujian Sturgeons 2018–19, Guangzhou Loong-Lions 2019–20
  • USANGA Reggie Okosa ~ Shanghai Sharks 2005–06, 2006–07, Qingdao Eagles 2009–10, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2013–14
  • USA Jeremy Pargo ~ Guangsha Lions 2015–16, Shenzhen Leopards 2016–17, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2017–18
  • USA Smush Parker ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2008–09, 2009–10
  • USA Tim Pickett ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2008–09, Shaanxi Kylins 2009–10, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2010–11, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12
  • USA Chris Porter ~ Fujian Xunxing 2005–06, 2006–07
  • USA Josh Powell ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2011–12, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2013–14
  • USA A.J. Price ~ Shanghai Sharks 2015–16, Shandong Golden Stars 2016–17
  • USA Laron Profit ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2002–03, 2003–04
  • SRB Miroslav Raduljica ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2014–15, Jiangsu Dragons 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Andre Reid ~ Liaoning Hunters 1998–99, 2000–01, 2001–02
  • USA Kit Rhymer ~ Henan Dragons 2005–06, Fujian Xunxing 2006–07
  • USA Thomas Robinson ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2018–19, Sichuan Blue Whales 2019–20
  • USA Leon Rodgers ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2008–09, 2009–10, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2010–11, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2013–14
  • USA Alex Scales ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2002–03, Shanghai Sharks 2004–05
  • ARG Luis Scola ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2017–18, Shanghai Sharks 2018–19
  • USA Shawnelle Scott ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2003–04, Jilin Northeast Tigers 2004–05
  • USA Garret Siler ~ Shanghai Sharks 2009–10, Jiangsu Dragons 2012–13
  • USA James Singleton ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2010–11, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2011–12, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2012–13, 2013–14
  • USA Donald Sloan ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2012–13, 2016–17, 2017–18, Jiangsu Dragons 2018–19
  • USA Russ Smith ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2017–18, 2018–19
  • USA Dewarick Spencer ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2012–13, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2013–14
  • USA John Spencer ~ Jiangsu Dragons 1996–97, Sichuan Pandas 1997–98
  • USA Jarnell Stokes ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2017–18, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Mark Strickland ~ Zhejiang Cyclones 2002–03, 2003–04
  • CAN Damon Stringer ~ Shanghai Sharks 2000–01, Shaanxi Kylins 2001–02
  • USA Jared Sullinger ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2017–18, 2018–19
  • USA Roy Tarpley ~ Beijing Olympians 2000–01, 2001–02
  • USA Dajuan Tate ~ Fujian Xunxing 2007–08, Shanghai Sharks 2008–09, Dongguan Leopards 2009–10
  • USA Sebastian Telfair ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2013–14, Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2014–15, Fujian Sturgeons 2016–17
  • USA Malcolm Thomas ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2016–17, Shanxi Loongs 2019–20
  • USA Jason Thompson ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2016–17, Sichuan Blue Whales 2018–19, Beikong Royal Fighters 2019–20
  • USA Mack Tuck ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2004–05, 2006–07, 2007–08, 2008–09
  • USA Jeremy Tyler ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2014–15, Fujian Sturgeons 2015–16, Tianjin Gold Lions 2016–17
  • USALBN Jackson Vroman ~ Dongguan Leopards 2010–11, Jiangsu Dragons 2011–12, Shandong Gold Lions 2012–13, Jiangsu Dragons 2013–14
  • USA Willie Warren ~ Chongqing Fly Dragons 2014–15, Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2015–16, 2016–17, Shanxi Brave Dragons 2017–18
  • USA Sonny Weems ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2017–18, Guangdong Southern Tigers 2018–19, 2019–20
  • USA Delonte West ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2013–14, Shanghai Sharks 2014–15
  • USA D.J. White ~ Shanghai Sharks 2012–13, Sichuan Blue Whales 2013–14, Fujian Sturgeons 2014–15
  • USA Shelden Williams ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2013–14, 2014–15
  • FRA Guerschon Yabusele ~ Shanghai Sharks 2016–17, Nanjing Monkey Kings 2019–20
  • USA Joe Young ~ Nanjing Monkey Kings 2018–19, 2019–20

Non-Chinese players for whom 2019–20 is their 1st season in the CBA

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  • USA Antonio Blakeney ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2019–20
  • USA Dante Cunningham ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2019–20
  • USA Kenneth Faried ~ Guangsha Lions 2019–20
  • USA Marcus Georges-Hunt ~ Guangzhou Loong-Lions 2019–20
  • USA Erick Green ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2019–20
  • USAAUT Sylven Landesberg ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2019–20
  • USATPE Jeremy Lin ~ Beijing Ducks 2019–20
  • USA Jarell Martin ~ Shenzhen Aviators 2019–20
  • USA Ray McCallum Jr. ~ Shanghai Sharks 2019–20
  • USA Eric Mika ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2019–20
  • USA Eric Moreland ~ Shanxi Loongs 2019–20
  • USA James Nunnally ~ Shanghai Sharks 2019–20
  • USA Miles Plumlee ~ Guangsha Lions 2019–20
  • USA Chasson Randle ~ Tianjin Pioneers 2019–20
  • USA Jalen Reynolds ~ Guangsha Lions 2019–20
  • USA Lance Stephenson ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2019–20
  • USAISR Amar'e Stoudemire ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2019–20
  • USA Keifer Sykes ~ Guangzhou Loong-Lions 2019–20
  • MNE Marko Todorovic ~ Tianjin Pioneers 2019–20
  • NGR Ekpe Udoh ~ Beijing Ducks 2019–20
  • USA Dez Wells ~ Guangsha Lions 2019–20
  • IRI Behnam Yakhchali ~ Nanjing Monkey Kings 2019–20

Other Non-Chinese players who spent only 1 season in the CBA

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  • USA Josh Adams ~ Shanxi Loongs 2018–19
  • USA Jeff Adrien ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2014–15
  • USA Cole Aldrich ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2018–19
  • USA Alan Anderson ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2011–12
  • LBN Wael Arakji ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2017–18
  • USA Isaiah Austin ~ Nanjing Monkey Kings 2018–19
  • USA Corey Benjamin ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2004–05
  • USA David Benoit ~ Shanghai Sharks 2001–02
  • GHA Ben Bentil ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2016–17
  • USA DeJuan Blair ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2016–17
  • USA Ryan Boatright ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2016–17
  • USA Carlos Boozer ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2016–17
  • USA Kenny Boynton ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2018–19
  • USA Aaron Brooks ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2011–12
  • USA Andre Brown ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2009–10
  • USA Dee Brown ~ Qingdao Eagles 2010–11
  • USA Rodney Carney ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2011–12
  • USA Justin Carter ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2015–16
  • USA Wilson Chandler ~ Guangsha Lions 2011–12
  • USA Semaj Christon ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2017–18
  • USA Earl Clark ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2014–15
  • USA Keith Closs ~ Yunnan Bulls 2008–09
  • USA Norris Cole ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2016–17
  • USA Mardy Collins ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2011–12
  • USA Brandon Costner ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2014–15
  • USA Bryce Cotton ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2015–16
  • USA Jared Cunningham ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2016–17
  • USA Eddy Curry ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2012–13
  • USA Ricky Davis ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2010–11
  • USA Malcolm Delaney ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2018–19
  • USA Toney Douglas ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2014–15
  • USA Jerome Dyson ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2018–19
  • USA Jarrid Famous ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2015–16
  • USA Gerald Fitch ~ Foshan Dralions 2013–14
  • PAN Gary Forbes ~ Guangsha Lions 2012–13
  • USA Steve Francis ~ Beijing Ducks 2010–11
  • NED Dan Gadzuric ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2011–12
  • USA Sundiata Gaines ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2012–13
  • USA Yancy Gates ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2015–16
  • USA Archie Goodwin ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2018–19
  • USA Gerald Green ~ Foshan Dralions 2011–12
  • USA Donté Greene ~ Dongguan Leopards 2013–14
  • USA Al Harrington ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2014–15
  • USA Scotty Hopson ~ Foshan Long-Lions 2015–16
  • USA Royal Ivey ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2013–14
  • FRA Edwin Jackson ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Al Jefferson ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2018–19
  • USA Cory Jefferson ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2018–19
  • USA Brandon Jennings ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2017–18
  • USA Grant Jerrett ~ Beijing Ducks 2016–17
  • USA DerMarr Johnson ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2009–10
  • USA Solomon Jones ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2012–13
  • USA Terrence Jones ~ Qingdao Eagles 2017–18
  • JAM Jerome Jordan ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2015–16
  • IRI Arsalan Kazemi ~ Chongqing Fly Dragons 2014–15
  • USA D.J. Kennedy ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2016–17
  • USA Alex Kirk ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2016–17
  • UKR Viacheslav Kravtsov ~ Foshan Long-Lions 2014–15
  • HAI Cady Lalanne ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2016–17
  • USA Carl Landry ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Keith Langford ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2017–18
  • USABGR Priest Lauderdale ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2008–09
  • USANGA Gani Lawal ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12
  • USA Ricky Ledo ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2018–19
  • BRAESP Augusto Lima ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Shawn Long ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Cartier Martin ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 2011–12
  • USA Kenyon Martin ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12
  • GRE Loukas Mavrokefalidis ~ Qingdao Eagles 2016–17
  • USA Jason Maxiell ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2015–16
  • USA Chris McCullough ~ Shanxi Loongs 2018–19
  • USA Tracy McGrady ~ Qingdao Eagles 2012–13
  • USA Dominic McGuire ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2015–16
  • USA Jerel McNeal ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2013–14
  • AUS Patty Mills ~ Xinjiang Flying Tigers 2011–12
  • FRA Jérôme Moïso ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2010–11
  • USA J'mison Morgan ~ Chongqing Fly Dragons 2014–15
  • CAN Liam McMorrow ~ Tongxi Monkey Kings 2015–16
  • USA Darius Morris ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2017–18
  • USA Arnett Moultrie ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2014–15
  • CODUSA Emmanuel Mudiay ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2014–15
  • USA Xavier Munford ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2018–19
  • USA Kevin Murphy ~ Guangsha Lions 2014–15
  • USA Greg Oden ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2015–16
  • USA Daniel Orton ~ Sichuan Blue Whales 2014–15
  • USA Arinze Onuaku ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2017–18
  • USA Brandon Paul ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2018–19
  • USA Adreian Payne ~ Nanjing Monkey Kings 2018–19
  • USA Doron Perkins ~ Foshan Dralions 2012–13
  • PLE Imad Qahwash ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2012–13
  • USAMNE Tyrese Rice ~ Shenzhen Leopards 2017–18
  • USA Anthony Roberson ~ Fujian Sturgeons 2011–12
  • USAMNEISR Taylor Rochestie ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2018–19
  • USA JaKarr Sampson ~ Shandong Golden Stars 2018–19
  • JAM Samardo Samuels ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2016–17
  • USA Henry Sims ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2016–17
  • USA Josh Smith ~ Sichuan Blue Whales 2016–17
  • USA J.R. Smith ~ Zhejiang Golden Bulls 2011–12
  • USA Marreese Speights ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2018–19
  • USA Alex Stepheson ~ Guangzhou Long-Lions 2016–17
  • LTU Saulius Štombergas ~ Shanghai Sharks 1996–97
  • USA Stromile Swift ~ Shandong Gold Lions 2009–10
  • USA Maurice Taylor ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2009–10
  • USA Lance Thomas ~ Foshan Dralions 2013–14
  • USA Deon Thompson ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2014–15
  • USA Marcus Thornton ~ Beijing Ducks 2017–18
  • USA David Vanterpool ~ Jilin Northeast Tigers 1998–99
  • USA Casper Ware ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2015–16
  • USA Hakim Warrick ~ Liaoning Flying Leopards 2013–14
  • USA Bonzi Wells ~ Shanxi Brave Dragons 2008–09
  • USA Damien Wilkins ~ Beijing Ducks 2013–14
  • USA Alan Williams ~ Qingdao Eagles 2015–16
  • USA Marcus D. Williams ~ Jiangsu Dragons 2011–12
  • USA Derrick Williams ~ Tianjin Gold Lions 2017–18
  • USA Metta World Peace (known in China as The Panda's Friend) ~ Sichuan Blue Whales 2014–15
  • USA Dorell Wright ~ Beikong Fly Dragons 2015–16
  • USA Khalif Wyatt ~ Guangdong Southern Tigers 2013–14

Politics

On October 4, 2019, the Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey issued a tweet in support of the 2019–20 Hong Kong protests. Morey's tweet resulted in the Chinese Basketball Association's suspension of its relationship with the Houston Rockets and China Central Television's removal of all NBA games from its broadcast schedule until further notice.

References

References

  1. "Chinese Basketball Association (CBA)".
  2. "China High School Basketball League (CHBL)".
  3. "篮球忆往--中国的Cnba".
  4. "短命联赛Cnba仅存活一年便夭折 Nba曾状告其侵权_李宁网易体育".
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  13. [http://www.sohu.com/a/9660484_111230 How Much Do You Know About Yao Ming's CBA 7 Top Highlights] (in Chinese)
  14. "Tianjin Replaces David Harrison With Hervé Lamizana".
  15. [https://basketball.realgm.com/international/boxscore/2014-02-09/Zhejiang-Chouzhou-at-Fujian/157142 Unofficial Box Score From Longest Game In CBA History]
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  18. [https://basketball.realgm.com/player/Lester-Hudson/Summary/1690 Hudson's 2010–11 minutes estimated at 1,073 (37 per game which is slightly below his average for the next couple of seasons). As of 2019, the CBA's all-time leader in minutes is Hu Xuefeng or Liu Wei, but the league didn't record minutes before 2011.]
  19. "身体天赋?阿联Cba扣篮数1100+ 中国实战扣篮最多的人 - Cba专区 - 虎扑社区".
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  22. "2022-23赛季CBA分组赛程及外援规则公布,江苏上上签,宁波下下签".
  23. (October 5, 2019). "Rockets GM Daryl Morey tweets support for Hong Kong protests, prompting response from owner".
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