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It's interesting to note that the greatest player to ever come out of Taiwan, doesn't even want to play for his parents' homeland? How so? I believe that Jeremy Lin would really boost Taiwan's chances of at least a podium finish in the major tournaments in Asia. I appreciate if anyone has some insights on this.
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one word "China"Originally posted by granadaddy View PostPhilippine Malditas to FIFA Womens World Cup 2023
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Greatest player from Taiwan? Jeremy Lin is born and raised in the USA. Someone like Jet Chang is from Taiwan. We all know Jeremy Lin playing for Taiwan would boost their chances, heck even Joe Alexander playing for Taiwan would help them too. But playing for Taiwan isn't necessarily what's best for Jeremy Lin or what he plans to do with basketball.
Instead of obligating his time to a national team, he can use the off-season for training and focus on the NBA. In addition, it leaves him more time for his promotions/sponsors in China/Taiwan. He also does other side projects, including Youtube and Christian events, while still being able to spend time with his family and friends. I don't think his parents even want him to put playing for Taiwan as a priority.
His long-term NBA career is not yet set in stone, as he will be a free agent after next season as well, which also coincidentally is the last FIBA Asia Championship before the changes and Asia-Oceania merge. He already had to go through 2 off-seasons of rehab on his knee, playing in FIBA Asia would risk possible injury even further.
Not to mention, if he counts as a naturalization then they could lose Quincy Davis. Taiwan still lacks in size compared to the rest of the world. Since he already has popularity in China and Taiwan, he can just keep saying "I'll consider it" and focus on his NBA career first.Last edited by DarknessFalls; 06-22-2014, 10:18 PM.Comment
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