21. TIME Asia: Wang Zhizhi's Fast Break immense shoes. But before Yao mania there was wang zhizhi, the firstChinese basketball player to play in the NBA. wang was Yao s http://www.time.com/time/asia/covers/1101021118/zhizhi.html

COVER STORY The New Mr. Big Can the NBA's latest import, mammoth Rockets rookie Yao Ming, measure up? Wang Zhizhi's Fast Break China's tallest soldier might not be going home INTERVIEW Around the Horn Ichiro Suzuki talks to author Robert Whiting in an exclusive interview for TIME Godzilla v. the Majors Hideki Matsui is taking his hefty hitting west Leading Off Other Asian players who made the leap into the American major leagues Is Yao Ming overhyped as a basketball player? Yes No Don't Know COVER STORY Ichiro Suzuki and Hidetoshi Nakata The overseas exploits of these superhuman sports stars pump up Japan's deflated ego (April 29, 2002) Brick City China's pro basketball players got game, but the CBA can't turn fast breaks into fast bucks (Feb 25, 2002) China's Hot Shot In an NBA first, Wang Zhizhi is an instant Sino-U.S. hit (April 16, 2001) Wang Zhizhi's Fast Break China's tallest soldier made history by playing in the NBA. He's not going home By Hannah Beech Shanghai KEVORK DJANSEZIAN/AP Maverick: Wang loves life in the U.S.

22. TIMEasia.com: Asian Heroes - Wang Zhizhi staying true to his roots By HANNAH BEECH At 2.16 m, wang zhizhi is used more thanthe others. Recruited to the People s Liberation Army s basketball team as http://www.time.com/time/asia/features/heroes/wang.html

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23. Wang Zhizhi Bridges Chinese Basketball With World wang zhizhi Bridges Chinese basketball with World. It is a year ofecstasy to the Chinese basketball fans. After a prolonged longing http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/200112/19/eng20011219_87023.shtml

Home Sports Last updated at: (Beijing Time) Wednesday, December 19, 2001 Wang Zhizhi Bridges Chinese Basketball with World It is a year of ecstasy to the Chinese basketball fans. After a prolonged longing for the world elite basketball league, the American National Basketball Association (NBA), China's talent Wang Zhizhi wrapped up the Odyssey of joining the Dallas Mavericks team to become the first Asian player in NBA. Wang's step has the significance of a milestone of Chinese basketball, and his occidental trip opened the door to the world for his peers in the domestic league. PRINT IT DISCUSS IT CHINESE SEND TO FRIENDS Dream Comes True The 25-year-old center had his dream come true in April when he joined the Mavericks for the 2000-01 season play-off, before he put his full commitment to the American club this season in November. Long-time Wait Before Wang Goes But the 2.15-meter sensation, a Chinese Army lieutenant colonel, did have a hard time to wait for the his military seniors and the Chinese basketball officials to let him go. The Chinese Army is a powerhouse in Chinese sports and the military sports machine has created hundreds of world champions.

24. Wang Zhizhi Expelled From National Basketball Team Last updated at (Beijing Time) Thursday, October 10, 2002. wang ZhizhiExpelled from National basketball Team. The Chinese basketball http://english.peopledaily.com.cn/200210/10/eng20021010_104800.shtml

Home Sports Last updated at: (Beijing Time) Thursday, October 10, 2002 Wang Zhizhi Expelled from National Basketball Team The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) announced its decision September 9 afternoon to expel its former member Wang Zhizhi out of the national men's basketball team. PRINT DISCUSSION CHINESE SEND TO FRIEND The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) announced its decision September 9 afternoon to expel its former member Wang Zhizhi out of the national men's basketball team. According to agreements between CBA and Dallas Mavericks, Wang should serve the need of national team by returning to China and preparing for international matches after finishing NBA games in America in last May. But Wang, after receiving CBA's notice demanding him to return home and join in training for the World Championships and the Asian Games, stayed in America under the excuse of personal need and training for NBA summer leagues, and further cut off contacts with CBA. After the leagues finished Wang refused to meet people from CBA and made clear his hope to say in NBA instead of returning to China, CBA's announcement said. During a period as long as five months, China's team made many efforts in a hope to change Wang's mind, and publicly promised that Wang could continue its NBA training after the World Championships and the Asian Games as well as made corresponding preparations for him.

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26. AsianWeek.com: Sports: Edward Chang: Wang Zhizhi's 'Little Brother' At USC Edward Chang was a 6 foot 7 inch, high school basketball player for The Maverickswere recruiting wang zhizhi, China’s star player, and would need several http://www.asianweek.com/2003_02_21/sports_chang.html

Click for our latest cover Buy our Year of the Ram poster! Home Sports Section Feb. 21 - Feb. 27, 2003 Pushed Too Far (Feature) APA Women Workers Ask 'Ain't I a Woman?' (in National News) First Filipino American Veteran Appointed to Veterans' Affairs Commission (in Bay Area News) Edward Chang: Wang Zhizhi's 'Little Brother' at USC (in Sports) This Sublime Noise Miguel Estrada: Model Minority Judge? (in Opinion) Special to AsianWeek Today, Wang treats Chang like a brother and they spend time together hanging out, playing cards and going to Chinese restaurants. When 7'1" Wang and 6'7" Chang go shopping in Monterey Park, they are invariably the center of attention. Most people recognize Wang Zhizhi, but they are clueless about Edward. This afternoon, a customer asks Ed if he is Wang’s little brother and if he will grow to be as tall as Wang. Wang signs some autographs and Ed laughs to himself. AsianWeek: I heard that you are doing quite well in school. Can you tell us more? Chang: AW: What was the walk-on process like?

27. AsianWeek.com: Sports: It’s A Waiting Game For Wang Zhizhi Seated next to Damocles is Dallas Maverick forward wang zhizhi, cringing beneathhis own sword. It is a sword that can ordain basketball allstars, myths and http://www.asianweek.com/2001_12_21/sports_basketball.html

Click for our latest cover Buy our Year of the Snake poster! Home Sports Section Dec. 21 - Dec. 27, 2001 EEOC Tackles Post-Sept. 11 Issues (in National News) Security Law to Axe Noncitizen Baggage Screeners, Many Filipino (in Bay Area News) Mahjong Manuals and Haikus for Jews (in Business) The Turandot Project Afghan 'Invisible Refugees' in Pakistan Face No-Win Winter (in Opinion) Dallas Mavericks center Wang Zhizhi of China (16) makes a shot during the third quarter in front of Washington Wizards center Brendan Haywood in Dallas, Dec. 8, 2001. The Wizards won the game 102-95. Photo by AP By Ethen Lieser Seated next to Damocles is Dallas Maverick forward Wang Zhizhi, cringing beneath his own sword. It is a sword that can ordain basketball all-stars, myths and even legends. But for the 23-year-old Chinese giant, this process will need time. For instance, take note of the path taken by future Hall-of-Famer Hakeem Olajuwon of the Toronto Raptors, who is the first player from Nigeria to strap on sneakers in the NBA. After a successful collegiate career with the Houston Cougars, Olajuwon became the first overall pick in the NBA by the Houston Rockets. What separated Olajuwon from the rest of the centers was his unique game. He could challenge you in the post, trip your feet with a cross-over dribble, or step back to rain in 15-foot jumpers.

28. World & Basketball Chinese basketball players Yao Ming and wang zhizhi have made a greatimpact on the NBA Chinese basketball Yao Ming and wang zhizhi. http://www.internationalbasketball.com/wb1.html

http://www.internationalbasketball.com/china.html China is the world's most populous nation Naturally it also boasts the world's biggest number of basketball players playing the game. Chinese basketball players Yao Ming and Wang ZhiZhi have made a great impact on the NBA: Chinese Basketball: Yao Ming and Wang ZhiZhi What are the heights of Yoa Ming and Wang ZhiZhi? -What jersey numbers do Yao Ming and Wang ZhiZhi wear? -Which NBA teams do Yao Ming and Wang ZhiZhi play in? -What is the Chinese Basketball League called? -Name all the Chinese basketball clubs in Division 1 -Pick one Chinese club and present the roster of the club -Name 5 American-born players now playing in the Chinese Basketball League. Name the teams they play for. -An African state honored WangZhiZhi with a set of stamps. Name the country and describe the set of stamps -Yao Ming is very popular in advertisements including one famous Apple computer ad. With what famous actor was it made? What is the joke behind the advertisement? -Assignment: Pick a Chinese language basketball site.

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31. China Today wang zhizhi Sacked by National Men s basketball Team. The China basketballAssociation recently announced its decision to dismiss http://www.chinatoday.com.cn/English/y200212/c3.htm

SPECIAL REPORT CULTURE SOCIETY/LIFE ECONOMY ... STAMPS Decembe r 2002 Your Current Position : Homepage News Column NEWS COLUMN FOCUS Culutral Spectrum Business in Brief The World's Third Largest Doctorate Pool ... Unexpected Results in Asian Games Wang Zhizhi Sacked by National Men's Basketball Team The China Basketball Association recently announced its decision to dismiss basketball player Wang Zhizhi from the national team. According to the association, Wang defied discipline, lapsed in professional morals and flouted national interests by refusing to return to China and perform his duty as specified in the contract between his team and the Dallas Mavericks. The association did, however, confirm that it would give Wang the opportunity to correct his mistakes, as long as he genuinely repents and takes appropriate action immediately. Other members of the national team expressed no sympathy for Wang. They believe he deserves this punishment for flouting Chinese athletes' glorious tradition of putting the interests and honor of their nation above all else.

32. New Beijing,Great Olympics-support The Flying Rocket, wang zhizhi One of Chinese top basketball playerswang zhizhi joined the NBA this season. He is the first Chinese http://210.75.208.159/eolympic/ydy/mdmm/mdmm_wzz.htm

Date: Our Vision Venue Olympic Village Paralympics ... Your Say you are in: home Athletic China Athlete Profile Athlete Profile Sports in China Olympic Contributions What We Do Best Beijing in My View ... Experience The Flying Rocket, Wang Zhizhi One of Chinese top basketball players Wang Zhizhi joined the NBA this season. He is the first Chinese basketball player to join the NBA. Wang Zhizhi was born in Beijing in 1977. When he was still a child, he showed great interest in basketball. He was also the tallest kid in his age group and when he was seven, he was sent by his father to a professional training school. In 1991, at the age of 14, he was selected by the Army to play on the youth team. With the help of the coaches on the China army's Bayi team, Wang Zhizhi's talent blossomed and he was drafted for the national youth team and subsequently the national team.

33. New Beijing,Great Olympics pin on his lapel, wang zhizhi today became the first Chinese athlete to sign a professionalsports contract, committing his services to the National basketball http://210.75.208.159/eolympic/news room/news release.3-29.html

Date: Our Vision Venue Olympic Village Paralympics ... Your Say you are in: home News Room News Releases News News Releases FAQ Milestone Fact Sheet Beijing Fact Sheet Calendar ... Contacts CHINA'S FIRST NBA PLAYER: BEIJING OLYMPICS A SLAM DUNK League's Newest Star Wang Zhizhi and NBA Coach Donnie Nelson Endorse Beijing's bid for 2008 Games Beijing, China, March 29, 2001: Wearing a Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Candidate City pin on his lapel, Wang Zhizhi today became the first Chinese athlete to sign a professional sports contract, committing his services to the National Basketball Association's Dallas Mavericks. Mr. Wang was accompanied to Beijing by Donnie Nelson, Assistant Coach and Director of Player Personnel for the Mavericks. Both men strongly endorsed Beijing's bid to host the 2008 Olympic Games. Wang's contract-to play the last 2-months of the NBA 2000-2001 season including an option for a 2-year extension-was signed in Beijing. The 23-year-old Wang, who was introduced by the Deputy Director of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Xin Lancheng, played for 6 years with the Bayi Rockets, China's Army Club team.

34. QIANLONG.COM--Beijing Portal--The Flying Rocket, Wang Zhizhi One of Chinese top basketball players wang zhizhi joined the NBA thisseason. He is the first Chinese basketball player to join the NBA. http://www.beijingportal.com.cn/7838/2003/09/29/208@1625307.htm

Home News Investment Culture ... Beijing Portal >> Olympics >> Athletes >> Athletes news The flying rocket, Wang Zhizhi http://www.qianlong.com/ One of Chinese top basketball players Wang Zhizhi joined the NBA this season. He is the first Chinese basketball player to join the NBA. Wang Zhizhi was born in Beijing in 1977. When he was still a child, he showed great interest in basketball. He was also the tallest kid in his age group and when he was seven, he was sent by his father to a professional training school. In 1991, at the age of 14, he was selected by the Army to play on the youth team. With the help of the coaches on the China army's Bayi team, Wang Zhizhi's talent blossomed and he was drafted for the national youth team and subsequently the national team. In 1993, at the age of 16, Wang Zhizhi was selected for the youth team. Wang Zhizhi and his team-mates on the national youth team took ninth place in the 1995 World Championships. He himself won the title of Best Center. In 1996, the team came second in the Asian Under-22 Youth Championship, and he was named Most Valuable Player. In 1997, his Bayi team won the National Games and the following year he helped China to win the Asian Games. Between 1995 to 2000, inspired by Wang, Bayi secured all the championships in a row in the Chinese basketball league, known as CBA here. He was named MVP in the 1999-2000 season.

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37. USATODAY.com - Fantasy Sports News 27, The Chinese basketball Association left wang zhizhi (C) Mia. off their finalroster for the World basketball Championships, according to the StarTelegram. http://fantasybasketball.usatoday.com/index.php?sport=pbkball&hssport=&type=play

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40. Wang Zhizhi To Join Dallas Mavericks center wang zhizhi will become the first Asian and first army officer to join DallasMavericks, his militaryowned club Bayi Rockets and Chinese basketball http://www.china.org.cn/english/2001/Mar/9869.htm

Home Letters to Editor Domestic World ... Chinese Wang Zhizhi to Join Dallas Mavericks Chinese giant center Wang Zhizhi will become the first Asian and first army officer to join Dallas Mavericks, his military-owned club Bayi Rockets and Chinese Basketball Management Center (CBMC) announced Thursday. "This is more than just a basketball player going into the NBA," Mavericks' assistant coach Donnie Nelson said in the press conference of the day. "In my opinion, Wang Zhizhi is a synonymous representative of the spirit of China." Nelson said Wang, 2.13 meters, who was picked by Mavericks at 36th in the second round in 1999, would have a universal contract as any second-round picked player has. According to the collective bargain agreement, Wang will have the lowest-salary two-year contract with US$300,000 in the first year, and more than US$420,000 in the next year. The 23-year-old Wang might play as No.16 in his first NBA game as early as on April 5 when the Mavericks face Atlanta Hawks at home, Nelson said. He is likely to play a backup to forward Dirk Nowitzki. After two years of long and hard negotiation with Bayi and the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China, Mavericks finally ironed things straight for Wang, whose military rank is Fu Tuan, or Lieutenant in the US army.

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