TDBA: So how was your first year playing in the CBA? What was the biggest adjustment from playing in Hong Kong compared to China?

Duncan: My first year in the CBA was very challenging but also very enjoyable. The standard of athleticism and speed of the game in China is drastically different to Hong Kong and learning to adapt and adjust was key to finding success on the court.


TDBA:  What was it like playing with such High level imports and ex NBA players? What were the most important things you learned from them?

Duncan: It was surreal to play against players that I used to watch on TV, but as soon as your on the floor with them, they become just another player who you need to comepete with.

The most important things I learned were the ability to adjust on the fly and to maintain a positive/confident attitude through all the highs and lows of the season.


TDBA: Who was the toughest player you personally got to play against? Who was the best local Chinese player in the CBA in your opinion?

Duncan: The toughest player I got to play against was Marshawn Brooks, at his length , size and skillset he was almost unguardable at times. Best local player in the CBA in my opinion was Yi JianLian, he played at a level that often matched the output of other Imports.


TDBA: How was the food and the travel in the CBA? What did you miss most about Hong Kong food?

Duncan: The food in the CBA is a unique experience, being able to travel to different areas of China and taste the different cuisines was great. Travelling and being on the road for so long however can prove quite tiring and challenging.


TDBA: If you could give advice to a young Hong Kong player trying to make it into the CBA in the future what advice would you give him?

Duncan: I think the key thing is for Hong Kong players to get as much exposure to basketball outside of HK as possible, whether that be through the university route or playing for the national team, those experiences are what really allowed me to feel more comfortable competing at this level.