The much-anticipated 2010-11 season, the NBA regular season, has officially begun!
CCTV will naturally not miss such an important game.
"Hello all viewers, tv-5 brings you the broadcast of the NBA NBA game."
"I am Yu Jia!"
"I am Yang Yi."
In the live broadcast room, two commentators started.
"What we bring to you today is the highlight game - the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets game!"
"Coach Yang, can you give us a brief analysis of this game?"
Yu Jia asked.
"Both teams are very popular teams in the country, and everyone knows their situation well."
"The Lakers basically continued the lineup that won last year's championship. They have a strong team, but high-intensity competition all year round has caused many players to be affected by injuries."
"Kobe's fingers and knees are all injured."
"The news just came out this morning - 'Baby Shark' Bynum suffered from knee soreness and temporarily withdrew from the game. This is definitely good news for the Rockets!"
Yang Yi analyzed.
"Yes. Dayao made it clear last week that he will not return immediately at the beginning of the season. The Rockets lack height inside. One less Bynum will make it much easier for the Rockets."
Yu Jia added.
"After talking about the Lakers, let's talk about the Rockets. They have undergone earth-shaking changes during the offseason."
"New general manager, new coach, new players, what is about to appear in front of us is a brand new Rockets team!"
"As the first Chinese general manager in NBA history, Shen Fei, after taking office, he immediately made moves in the draft and the free agent market, and acquired many players."
"I believe you have also watched the Rockets' summer league and preseason games! These young men hired by Shen Fei are all very brave, giving people hope of rising!"
Yang Yi said excitedly.
The existence of Dayao makes the Rockets the home team of China. He naturally hopes that the Rockets will get better and better.
"I'm thinking that if Yao Ming can fully recover and return to the level of the playoffs last year, coupled with the rising newcomers, the Rockets will still have good competitiveness even in the Western Conference where there are so many strong players."
"Moreover, yesterday the Rockets announced Tracy McGrady's return, and T-Mac will directly appear in today's starting lineup!"
"We still don't know what kind of state Tracy McGrady is in. I want to remind everyone that he is just 30 years old and is still in the golden age of athletes.
"If he can also recover, the Rockets will be more competitive than ever before!"
Yu Jia said with hope.
"Yes, let us also wish the Yao and Mai team together and hope that they can all recover!"
Yang Yi said with a smile.
"Okay, the game will start soon, let's hand the camera to the front!"
Yu Jia waved the screen and arrived at the Staples Center.
............
At this time, the starting players from both sides had already walked to the center of the field one after another.
After seeing the five Rockets players on the field, the two CCTV commentators were immediately stunned.
"Am I reading that right? The Rockets' starting lineup has no resemblance to last season at all!"
Yang Yi exclaimed.
"I just got the starting lineups for both sides."
"The Lakers still have the regular lineup: Fisher, Kobe, Ci Shiping, Odom and Gasol. These people are the core team that won last year's championship."
"But the Rockets sent out a new lineup composed of Lowry, McGrady, George, Griffin and Tucker!"
"Last year's regular starters for the Rockets - Shane Battier, Scola, and Kevin Martin - all sat on the bench."
Yu Jia looked at the materials in his hand and said in surprise.
"I don't know what Mark Jackson is thinking! He was a very good player in the past, but as a new head coach, his tactics were too bold."
Yang Yi commented.
"I think this is not just bold, it should be described as terrifying."
Yu Jia said with a smile, but his smile was a little bitter.
In his eyes, Mark Jackson's formation is completely nonsense!
Are the Rockets about to suffer a disastrous defeat in the first game of the season?
"Yes. This lineup not only has too many newcomers and lacks game experience; what's more serious is that Mark Jackson has not arranged for a center to play at all!"
"Griffin and Tucker are both over two meters tall. Are you asking them to fight against Gasol and Odom? Is this realistic?"
"I really doubt Mark Jackson's coaching level now."
Yang Yi said seriously.
At the same time, Lakers fans at Staples Center even jeered after seeing such a strange lineup of their opponents:
"What are the Rockets doing? Did they give up in the first game of the season and just fail?"
"Gasol can enjoy this game! I checked the information last night. The two Rockets insiders, Griffin and Tucker, have no experience in the NBA regular season and are short. How can they block it?"
Our interior offense?”
...
His eyes returned to the field.
Kobe took the initiative to walk up to McGrady and hugged his former friend.
"How's your recovery going, Tracy?"
Kobe asked with a smile.
"He's recovering well, but you have to be careful, Bean (Kobe's nickname)."
Maddie responded with a smile.
"Okay, since you say so, I won't show mercy."
Kobe patted McGrady on the back and said with a smile.
Although this is a joke, it is true that Kobe will not show mercy.
He has always made a distinction between public and private matters.
On the court, even if he is his best friend, Kobe will try his best and will not show any disrespect.
In his eyes, this is the greatest respect for his opponent!
Kobe had some understanding of McGrady's situation.
Back injuries and knee injuries are serious injuries that affect his career. Although T-Mac said that he has recovered well, Kobe did not completely believe it.
How is the recovery going?
Only basketball can prove it.
While the two were talking, Gasol and Griffin had already walked to the center circle and were ready to jump the ball.
............
As the referee throws the ball high, the game officially begins!
Griffin jumped up very high.
But Gasol's height and wingspan are higher than him, and he has a huge advantage in jump balls.
He waved his long arm and easily won the jump ball with Griffin.
The Lakers attack first!
Fisher, the veteran, advanced with the ball and passed half court.
Kobe immediately pointed at Gasol, signaling to play inside.
Fisher understood the idea and dribbled to the left side of the court. After passing the ball to his sister-in-law, he immediately moved down and cleared the space on one side.
In this way, Gasol can safely perform low singles!
He takes the ball with his back and uses his back to feel the defender's position.
Gasol knew that the opponent was much smaller than him, so he subconsciously thought that he also had an advantage in terms of strength, and immediately pushed the ball forward.
But after pushing for a few times, he suddenly discovered that Tucker's lower body behind him was as stable as a mountain, standing motionless in place.
"Tucker's lower body strength is pretty good! Gasol can't hold him up."
Yu Jia commented.
"This Tucker should have a similar defensive style to Hayes. He is short, stocky and powerful. When playing against this kind of player, he should hit high and resolve the battle quickly."
Yang Yi analyzed.
Gasol has experienced many battles and naturally thought of this.
His center of gravity sank, he pushed forward with his left shoulder, turned around, and prepared to turn over and shoot...
"Snapped!"
There was a muffled sound.
It turned out to be a black hand, cutting straight into the ball.
Gasol looked surprised. Due to inertia, he raised his hands upward, but the ball stayed where it was.
“Nice chip!”
Yu Jia exclaimed.
After the steal was successful, Tucker handed the ball to Lowry beside him, and the Rockets immediately launched a counterattack.
Lowry advanced at high speed and passed the half court. At the same time, there were two players on the left and right wings rushing toward the basket.
The two have similar statures, both are "thin and tall".
It's McGrady and George!
Lowry faced George, but suddenly made a no-look-pass and passed the ball to McGrady on the other side!