Wu Tongtong is a Chinese professional basketball player who currently plays as a guard for the Chinese national team and most recently for Xinjiang Magic Deer in the WCBA. She is recognized for her playmaking, leadership, and international experience, including multiple Olympic appearances.
Early Life and Background
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Full Name: Wu Tongtong (武桐桐)
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Date of Birth: June 27, 1994 (some sources list June 26)
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Height: 5’9″ (1.75–1.80 m, sources vary)
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Position: Guard
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Nationality: Chinese
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Club Teams:
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Shanxi Flame (formerly)
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Xinjiang Magic Deer (2024–2025)
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Professional Career
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WCBA Career:
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Has played for several top teams in China, including Shanxi and Xinjiang
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Recent standout performances in the 2024–25 WCBA season with Xinjiang Magic Deer
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Recent Stats (WCBA, 2024–25):
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Sample game performances:
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21 points, 2 rebounds, 7 assists vs. Jiangsu
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18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists vs. Inner Mongolia
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16 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists vs. Shandong
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13 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists vs. Sichuan
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11 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists vs. Beijing
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Season averages:
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Around 11–15 points, 3–5 assists, 2–5 rebounds per game, depending on the stretch
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Playing Style:
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Known for her scoring ability, especially from beyond the arc
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Strong playmaker and facilitator
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Defensive tenacity and leadership on the court
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International Career
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Olympic Appearances:
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Member of the Chinese national team at the 2020 and 2024 Summer Olympics
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FIBA World Cup and Qualifiers:
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Played in the 2022 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup
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Consistent contributor in international tournaments
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Recent International Stats:
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2024 Olympics:
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3 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist vs. Spain
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4 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist vs. Serbia
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0 points, 1 rebound vs. Puerto Rico
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Averages: ~2–3 points, 2 rebounds, 0.7 assists per game (2024 Olympics)
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2022 World Cup:
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Notable game: 13 points, 3 assists vs. France
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Averages: ~6.5 points, 1.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists per game (2022 World Cup)
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Achievements & Honors
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Olympian: 2020 Tokyo, 2024 Paris
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WCBA standout performer
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Consistent national team member and leader
Playing Profile
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Strengths:
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Versatile scoring, especially from three-point range
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Playmaking and ball-handling
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Defensive intensity
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Leadership and clutch performance
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Style:
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Aggressive, dynamic guard who excels in transition and half-court offense
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Brings experience and a team-first mentality
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FAQs About Wu Tongtong
What position does Wu Tongtong play?
Guard
Which team does she play for?
Chinese national team (international); Xinjiang Magic Deer (WCBA, 2024–25)
How old is Wu Tongtong?
30 (born June 27, 1994)
What are her main achievements?
Olympian (2020, 2024), FIBA World Cup participant (2022), WCBA standout, consistent national team leader
What is her playing style?
Versatile, aggressive guard with strong scoring and playmaking
Conclusion
Wu Tongtong is a respected and accomplished guard whose scoring, playmaking, and leadership have made her a key figure in Chinese basketball at both the club and international levels.
