Guangsha GM on the Brown Situation: Contract Extension Secured — Naturalization Now Off the Table!

After Guangsha’s triumphant championship victory this year, Zhejiang Guangsha’s General Manager, Miao Shoushou, recently sat down for an interview where he addressed the future of one of the team’s key contributors — Barry Brown Jr.

Miao confirmed that Brown’s contract extension is virtually a done deal, bringing relief and excitement to Guangsha fans. It’s easy to see why — last season’s championship run was powered in large part by Brown’s ability to break through defensive walls and deliver in high-pressure moments. Offensively, he’s a complete package: a reliable three-point shot, explosive drives to the basket, and blistering speed that keeps opposing defenses constantly on their heels.

Naturally, Brown’s stellar performance caught the attention of the national team, and there had been talk of naturalizing him to represent China. However, Miao made it clear that this possibility is now off the table. “We discussed it with him,” Miao explained, “but asking him to give up his U.S. citizenship is simply not possible. That’s a prerequisite, and without it, there’s no way forward.”

His statement leaves no room for doubt — Brown will not be joining the Chinese men’s national team. Since China does not allow dual nationality, the issue isn’t about money; it’s about Brown’s unwillingness to relinquish his American citizenship. Miao went further, emphasizing that the cost of such a move would be astronomical. “For a private club like ours, it’s impossible to shoulder that burden. The basketball association won’t pay for it either, and frankly, there’s no real necessity for such an expensive naturalization,” he noted. With Brown’s extension secured, Guangsha’s priorities remain firmly on protecting the club’s interests. As for naturalization, Miao concluded, it’s simply not going to happen.

This development means the national team will need to look elsewhere for reinforcement. Right now, what the squad truly lacks is a dynamic scoring guard — a player who can take control in critical moments. As Miao pointed out, this was especially evident in the fourth quarter against Australia, where such a role could have made all the difference. But with naturalization proving to be an uphill battle, it remains uncertain whether this gap can be filled before the World Cup.