The Unrivaled League is undoubtedly a test of character for the players, requiring them to play on individual merit on both ends of the floor to deliver results for the side. While Paige Bueckers’ dominant Unrivalled Performances highlight the critical need for her scoring on the Dallas Wings, the franchise could well look out for another shining star, Li Yueru, too.
The player, representing the Mist BC, is undefeated in the league and has made meaningful contributions to her side’s victories playing alongside Breanna Stewart, Allisha Gray, and Arike Ogunbowale.
Li Yueru Increasing Her Stakes In Unrivaled
The 3-on-3 league has been a fast-paced and performance-driven league, and the 26-year-old star stood up to every challenge. Playing alongside top players in the league and competing against tougher opponents, the 6-foot-7 forward made a huge impact with her offensive versatility.
For the Mists BC, the player recently recorded 13 points in just four minutes against the Lunar Owls BC. In her explosive scoring spree, she showcased high post finishing, euro step finishing, free throw accuracy, and even neat footwork to drop an easy layup. While Yueru was already a prime target for expansion teams in the upcoming WNBA draft after a strong 2025 season with the Dallas Wings, the Texas-based franchise now has to be serious about its protection list.
Li Yueru vs. Lunar Owls:
— Chinese Women's Hoop Show (@CWHoopShow) January 18, 2026
4 MIN | 13 PTS | 4 REB | 4/5 FG | 1/1 3PT
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Looking at PB’s plays, the guard will seek a strong forward to finish off the games and passes. Moreover, the side is yet to finalize its core for the future (amongst the available stars), making it difficult to decide on the players they seek in the draft and free agency.
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Importantly, the player herself is now an owner of a franchise, after taking a bold decision to invest in a women’s franchise.
Li Yueru Launches New Basketball Club ‘5 Wins’ In Belgrade
Playing in the WNBA, the Chinese star is certainly making strong moves on the court, and off the court, she has shown her business acumen by owning a franchise in Belgrade. She made a huge splash in the business world, launching a new team alongside Serbian national team coach Maria Maljkovic.
According to the Chinese Women’s Hoop Show, Wings center founded a new team, 5 Wins, which will compete in Belgrade, Serbia.
Breaking: Li Yueru has announced her new team, 5 Wins.
— Chinese Women's Hoop Show (@CWHoopShow) December 29, 2025
Instead of purchasing an existing club, Li has chosen to found a brand-new team in the holy city of basketball, Belgrade.
Former Serbian National Team head coach Marina Maljković will join Li Yueru in this new venture.
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However, the player will not play on the team and will work only as an owner; she might bring in another dominant force from Chinese basketball, Zhang Ziyu, who is already drawing massive WNBA comparisons for her height and powerful plays.