McGee Joins Beijing! The Most Formidable No-Fly Zone in CBA History

McGee unveiled a poster clad in the Beijing Shougang jersey, officially confirming his signing.

His NBL team, the Illawarra Hawks, has failed to make the playoffs, meaning McGee will sit out the rest of the season and is likely to arrive in Beijing to join the squad by late February.

The 38-year-old veteran “Audi” is still the same “Audi.”

This season with the NBL Hawks, he averages 19.3 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1.8 blocks per game, shooting 56% from the field and 74% from the free-throw line, showing he still has plenty of fuel in the tank.

Therefore, he remains a highly sought-after big man in the CBA, with Qingdao also interested in acquiring him to fill the interior gap left by Yang Hansen’s move to the NBA!

Beijing Shougang’s acquisition of him is undoubtedly a major boost to their frontcourt.

Zhou Qi has been sidelined for a long time due to an eye injury, causing the team’s rebounding defense to collapse, resulting in only 1 win and 5 losses against the top six rebounding teams.

McGee’s rim protection and rebounding presence are certainly reliable.

If Zhou Qi returns, the duo they form could be called the most terrifying no-fly zone in CBA history...

“My boy,” standing 213 cm tall, with a 229 cm wingspan, and a standing reach of 2.91 meters!

“The Big Demon King,” standing 217 cm, with a 233 cm wingspan, and a standing reach of 2.86 meters!

This frontcourt duo alone is enough to intimidate any other team...

As for McGee himself.

He’s the kind of player I’d happily buy a ticket to watch in the CBA.

By his resume, he won three NBA championships with the Warriors (2017, 2018) and Lakers (2020), and also holds an Olympic gold medal.

At the same time, his entertainment value is high, famously teased as “top-tier from the neck down” in Shaquille O’Neal’s “Top 5 Fails” highlights for his humorous moments.

This contrast between his accolades and comedic image actually brings him closer to Chinese fans, creating a unique memorable impression.

Regarding his “Top 5 Fails,” I’ve always felt Shaq was a bit harsh.

I’m sure everyone has seen the “my boy” videos; McGee possesses elite physical attributes, but his development has been somewhat disappointing. On the other hand, “My Boy” has never let us down when it comes to contributing to the “Top 5 Fails” segment.

McGee is a regular on Shaq’s TNT segment “Shaqtin’ a Fool,” winning the segment’s championship twice in four years.

From an entertainment perspective, Shaq’s show is truly excellent.

It compiles a series of funny clips of NBA blunders, paired with Shaq’s exaggerated acting and commentary, making it a classic parody program.

While it’s fun to watch, we must admit that this laughter comes at the expense of others’ misfortunes.

McGee’s various baffling actions on the court stem from his congenital attention deficit disorder, making it difficult for him to maintain clear focus during high-intensity competition.

As a fan, regarding McGee’s performance after joining the CBA, I want to say:

We can enjoy the “Top 5 Fails” and laugh, but we also need to recognize McGee’s strengths — his physical gifts, finishing skills, and shot-blocking ability...

In an era where quality centers are scarce, McGee is actually quite a valuable asset!