This article is transferred from: People's Daily client Wang Liang The Chinese Basketball Association issued a notice on the morning of the 24th, stating that the basketball player Li Kaier, who had received much attention before, had obtained Chinese nationality today. The Chine

The Chinese Basketball Association issued a notice on the morning of the 24th, stating that the basketball player Li Kaier, who had received much attention before, had obtained Chinese nationality today.

The Chinese Basketball Association wrote in the announcement: "Welcome Li Kaier! With the promotion and support of all parties, Li Kaier has obtained Chinese nationality this morning and met Yao Ming, the chairman of the Chinese Basketball Association. Thank you for your support Thanks to Li Kaier's family for their support, and thanks to the fans and media for their long-term attention to the Chinese men's basketball team."

The 2023 FIBA ​​Basketball World Cup will be held from August 25th to September 10th. After being naturalized in China, Li Kaier was also selected into the Chinese men's basketball talent pool for the first time. Li Kaier then stated on social media that he will represent the Chinese men's basketball team in the World Cup. "It is my pride and honor to wear the jersey of the national team. I thank the fans for their support! Let's cheer for the Chinese men's basketball team." At present, the Chinese men's basketball team is training in Europe and preparing for the competition, striving to obtain tickets for the Paris Olympic Games in this World Cup .