BEIJING, Nov. 7 (Xinhua) -- Beijing Ducks small forward Zeng Fanbo became the first recipient of Defensive Player of the Month award in the 2024-25 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league on Thursday.
In the first 10 rounds of the season, Zeng averaged 1.9 blocks in less than 20 minutes of action per game, ranking fifth in the league.
He has the best block percentage at 11.4 percent. Due to his contribution, Beijing has also conceded a league-best 104 points per 100 possessions.
Beijing currently leads the standings with a 9-1 win-loss record after the first stage.
On Wednesday, Zhejiang Lions center Hu Jinqiu and Jilin Northeast Tigers guard Dominique Jones were named Players of the Month, while Qingdao Eagles center Yang Hansen was the winner of Rising Star of the month award. ■
