Chapter 288 The Heat's signing plan, the touching moment of the United Arab Emirates!
As soon as this question came out, everyone present fell silent.
After all, the Rockets had just beaten the Heat in the Christmas Day game a week ago.
The brutality of the process was definitely beyond the expectations of the Heat generals.
The players never expected that with the Big Three in the team, there would be another team that could suppress them from start to finish.
"I think there are two key reasons for the defeat in the last game."
As soon as Wade opened his mouth, everyone immediately looked at him, as if they were all ears.
"One is Yao Ming. He has basically no solution in the paint. If he doesn't double attack, I don't even think he will miss any shots."
"The other is Curry. This kid is seriously underestimated. In fact, he played very well in his first season, but he has been troubled by injuries."
"But after joining the Rockets, Stephen's ankle seems to have completely healed and he has remained healthy."
"He can not only provide strong outside firepower, but also pass the ball to Yao Ming. His influence is too great."
Wade spoke eloquently, obviously analyzing it carefully.
"You're right."
"Like Tracy McGrady, it is normal for him to score more than 30 points in a game, and it is a score we must give."
"But for people like Yao Ming and Curry, we have to find ways to limit them. Otherwise, if they flourish more, our defensive system will collapse."
James said in agreement.
"Curry is fine. Let Mario (Chalmers) devote himself to defense and then bite him every step of the way. It shouldn't be a big problem."
"Curry's physique shows that he is more afraid of physical confrontation. With more aggressive defense, his physical fitness should bottom out soon."
"The key is Yao Ming... no one of us can guard him alone."
Haslem, the spiritual leader of the Heat, spoke.
He also tried to guard against Yao Ming in the last game, but the result was also poor.
The other Heat insiders - Big Z, Bosh, and Joel Anthony heard this and silently lowered their heads.
They know that there is indeed nothing wrong with what Haslem said.
James on the side didn't say anything after hearing this, but just nodded.
"Okay, everyone doesn't need to be too depressed."
"How to deal with Yao Ming, I will find a way."
"That's it for today. Thank you for your hard work. Go back and have a rest early."
Head coach Spoelstra saw that his players were a little disappointed and simply ended the discussion.
In fact, he didn't have any good ideas.
Yao Ming's presence not only poses a severe test to the Heat's defense.
On the offensive end, the inner chasm built by the Little Giant is also a huge restriction for James and Way, the two breakthrough players.
But now, there really isn't a big man on the Heat team who can go up against Yao Ming.
This is almost an unsolvable problem!
The Heat players left the court one after another, but James did not leave. He even called out Wade and head coach Spoelstra.
Soon, there were only three of them left in the conference room.
"There are no outsiders here, so I'll just tell you the truth."
"The emergence of the Rockets was outside of our plan. Before the season, our imaginary enemies had always been the Celtics, the Lakers, and at most the Spurs."
"But now, we must make adjustments, otherwise it will be impossible to defeat the Rockets."
James said straight to the point.
"Then we have to make a deal."
Si Bo said bluntly.
As soon as he opened his mouth, both Jane and Wei nodded.
Obviously, they thought of going together.
"We are still short of two people."
"An inside man who can compete with Yao Ming, and a wing with stable shooting and good physical talent."
James said clearly.
"Well, I pretty much have the same idea."
"Do you have a favorite candidate?"
Si Bo continued to ask.
"Pat (Riley) went to talk to the Magic before, right? How was the result?"
James asked rhetorically.
"Dwight himself didn't want to leave Orlando, so the conversation ended without any resolution after a short period of time."
"However, the Magic's recent record has been dismal, and he has publicly expressed his dissatisfaction in front of the media. So this matter may turn around."
Spo replied.
"It would be best if he comes."
"Having played against the Magic twice this season, Dwight feels that he has improved the ball again and his footwork inside is much better than before."
"If he can come, at least he won't let Yao Ming take whatever he wants."
James said seriously.
"Indeed."
"Well, I'll communicate with Pat in the next two days to see if we can restart negotiations."
Si Bo said with a smile.
"Speaking of dissatisfaction with the team, Ray Allen seems to be very unhappy with the Celtics recently."
"The rookie named Avery Bradley seems to have been pushed into the starting lineup."
Wade said.
"you mean?"
Shiba blinked.
"Ray still has a lot of gas in the tank. Since those guys in Boston don't respect him, why don't we try poaching him."
Since it was a closed-door meeting, Wade was very straightforward.
These words must not be said in public.
"I also know what you're talking about."
"It seems like Rajon (Rondo) and Kevin (Garnett) have a problem with Ray, right?"
"But even if Ray Allen wants to leave, the Celtics can't possibly trade him to us, right?"
James asked doubtfully.
"Ray Allen's contract expires this summer. During this special period, if their conflicts completely intensify, the Celtics may trade him."
"Otherwise, in the summer, they will most likely let Ray Allen walk away in vain."
"By trading now, the Celtics can at least get some good assets."
Spo explained.
"Even so...it's still impossible to trade with us?"
"Unless they give up this season completely and we give them generous bargaining chips."
James couldn't help but shook his head when he said it.
"Then let's focus on Dwight first and see if we can get him over."
"As for Ray Allen, just take it step by step and don't force it."
Spoelstra concluded.
Janeway nodded after hearing this.
This was the end of the small meeting between the three of them.
............
Two flowers bloom, one on each side.
While the Heat were plotting how to reverse the situation, there was a sea of joy on the Rockets side.
In the locker room, several young people led by Curry held a glass of ice water in their hands, waiting for Yi Jianlian's return.
Poor Arab Lian was still on the sidelines accepting exclusive interviews with the media, and had no idea what he was about to face.
Soon, the door of the locker room was pushed open, and a yellow-skinned figure appeared in everyone's sight.
The next moment, Curry jumped up from behind the door and poured the ice water in his hand on Ah Lian's head.
"oh.shit,tm.d!"
With a cold heart and a soaring heart, Ah Lian was so frozen that he was able to master both languages.
But before his screaming ended, several glasses of ice water were poured on him one after another.
At the same time, other Rockets players laughed and chanted Yi Jianlian's name in unison.
Shuhao even thoughtfully handed him a towel.
Obviously, everyone is happy for Yi Jianlian's performance today.
After Ah Lian regained consciousness, his eyes gradually became moist.
After many years in a foreign country, this was the first time he felt like... he was integrated into the group!
At this moment, Ah Lian suddenly felt proud.
[With such good teammates, I must make a name for myself!]
He thought secretly in his heart.
"Okay, okay, stop making trouble."
"Yi, go and clean up quickly. You, Yao, and Jeremy will go to the press conference later."
Mark Jackson, who had been watching everything silently from the side, said with a smile.