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Jeremy Lin pens emotional message to Chinese fans after confirming a move to Golden State Warriors-affiliated G League team

  • The former Beijing Ducks star thanks CBA team and league staff after a ‘difficult week with a lot of rumours and news’
  • Lin says he prioritised his personal beliefs and dreams to return to NBA ahead of move

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Jeremy Lin plays in a derby between Beijing Ducks and Beijing Royal Fighters in the Chinese Basketball Association season in July 2020. Photo: Xinhua
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Jeremy Lin left a heartfelt message to his Chinese fans after confirming he was keeping his NBA dreams alive by signing with NBA-affiliated G League outfit Santa Cruz Warriors.
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The 33-year-old’s move to the G League had been unclear until a new rule was introduced on Friday – now nicknamed the “Jeremy Lin rule” after a return to NBA team Golden State Warriors fell through last month.

“I hope I can tell you directly about me. I have decided to participate in the G-League bubble with Santa Cruz in February and will play 12 games,” said Lin in a translated Weibo post. Last year, the Taiwanese-American left the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) after a season with the Beijing Ducks.

“Although this team is affiliated with the Warriors, I can sign with any team at any time, so I will continue to to my best to become the best.

Former Beijing Ducks player Jeremy Lin in a CBA game against Guangzhou Loong Lions in Qingdao, Shandong Province last July. Photo: Xinhua
Former Beijing Ducks player Jeremy Lin in a CBA game against Guangzhou Loong Lions in Qingdao, Shandong Province last July. Photo: Xinhua
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“I really want to sincerely thank all fans for their continued support. I know this is a difficult week with a lot of rumours and news, but this decision is ultimately based on my beliefs and the pursuit of my dreams.

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