Yang Ming Talks Resignation in Live Stream: Head Coach Must Take Responsibility! Preliminary CBA Talks Underway

Since Yang Ming submitted his resignation, the Liaoning management has agreed. Today, Yang appeared on an NBA commentary program and shared his reasons for stepping down during a live stream. He stated, “Players privately expressed their gratitude and congratulations. The team’s rebound after a big win shows the utmost respect for me and the team. Having spent time with both the coaching staff and players, no one wants the team to improve more than I do.”

In a recent match, Liaoning achieved a decisive victory over Sichuan, greatly boosting the team’s confidence. The team scored over 100 points for the first time this season, with several players performing at their peak. Whether this momentum can continue is uncertain, but the final three games of the first stage are against relatively weaker opponents, leaving hope for a winning streak. Yang is pleased to see the team’s revival.

Yang also emphasized, “Regarding recruitment and players’ fluctuating performance, the head coach must take responsibility. It’s not a major reason, just my own accountability.” He admitted that Liaoning’s performance this season has been poor, notably the 59-78 defeat to Xinjiang, which drew widespread criticism. With the team falling out of the top 12, his resignation serves as taking responsibility—shouldering the blame alone was the most rational choice.

Looking ahead, Yang may return to the CBA. According to Yang Yi, some CBA teams have already made preliminary contact with him. He will consider all factors carefully. With his experience, many teams are expected to pursue him. Until a final decision is made, he will focus on commentary work, which enriches his life and provides valuable learning opportunities.