With an incomparable collaboration between Rivers Jr. and Anthony Davis, the score on the court was rewritten to 4:2.
The game was still going on, Marshall was still organizing the offense from the outside. Yang Zhenxing slipped around from the bottom line and had a chance. Marshall quickly passed the ball to Yang Zhenxing who came out of his pocket. Yang Zhenxing received the ball and made a mid-range shot. Rivers was caught.
Robinson blocked behind him and failed to keep up with Yang Zhenxing. Xingxing's mid-range jumper was available and went into the net.
"Little Rivers, let me show you how powerful I am," Yang Zhenxing said softly, and his voice just reached Little Rivers next to him.
"Man, if you have the ability, don't pick and roll, just come here." Rivers was obviously very disdainful towards Yang Zhenxing. Rivers is a player who is good at singles. He believes that singles is the best test of a person's ability.
"Wait a minute, I will satisfy you." Yang Zhenxing showed no weakness. This is his character. He would never deliberately find trouble with others, but if others find fault with him, he would never show weakness to his opponent.
In the first four waves of attacks at the beginning of the game, both sides scored, and the score was tied at 4:4. This was destined to be a fierce game. Sometimes the intensity of the game does not only depend on the strength of the players, but more importantly, the fighting spirit of both parties.
, hot-blooded passion, this is the most effective standard that affects the fierce competition in Chengdu
The next attack is still in the 2nd group. Marquis is dribbling to organize the offense. Rivers Jr. naturally has a strong desire to attack. He keeps running to catch the ball, but Yang Zhenxing just follows him, fighting for his physical strength and speed.
Yang Zhenxing will not lose to anyone. Rivers' speed is already at the top level, but it is uncomfortable for anyone to encounter Yang Zhenxing who is like a dog-skin plaster.
Rivers Jr. ran outside the three-point line and pushed Yang Zhenxing away. Teague handed the ball to Rivers Jr. This was a foul, but the referee did not call it. Yang Zhenxing would not tell the referee that it was true. He
I know that arguing with the referee over such a small move is just asking for trouble.
Rivers Jr. received the ball, and Yang Zhenxing just reacted, but Rivers Jr. went straight to the basket and passed half of his body. Rivers Jr. went straight for a layup. Rivers Jr. did not forget to follow up after scoring.
Yang Zhenxing provokes you
Off-court friendly coach Paul was not satisfied with the referee's decision. He tried to argue, but was blocked by the tall Patrick Ewing. He said to Paul: "It's just a training, don't take it seriously." Paul's dissatisfaction
Only then can the feelings be calmed down
In the next few minutes, Rivers seemed to have found the feeling. Yang Zhenxing pressed him hard, but Rivers didn't know if he took the wrong medicine today. He made consecutive mid-range shots, but Yang Zhenxing failed.
He was able to defend against Rivers's few attacks, but he made a three-pointer himself, and his performance was quite satisfactory.
The first half of the game was almost over. The score was 43 to 48. Yang Zhenxing's Group 1 was 5 points behind. During this period, Yang Zhenxing scored 8 points and 2 assists, as well as two assists from Rivers Jr.
Stealing the ball, his performance was pretty good. The best performer in Group 1 was North Carolina point guard Marshall. Although he only scored 2 points, he sent out 8 assists. Basically, Yang Zhenxing’s scores came from Marshall’s assists.
It must also be mentioned that the famous Rivers Jr., who played against the Stars, scored 12 points and 2 assists. Although he scored well, he made 3 mistakes under Yang Zhenxing's defense, two of which directly caused Yang Zhenxing to miss.
He launched a counterattack and Anthony Davis also played well, scoring 6 points and 7 rebounds, which was evenly matched with Thomas Robinson. However, Harris-Barnes only got 4 shots in the second group. This made coach Ewing a little dissatisfied and told Xiaoli
Firth, don't be too independent. Give others more opportunities and win the game together.
Another group of coaches, Chris Paul, commented on the players' performance at midfield and laid out the next tactics.
"Hey, Yang, come here, I'll talk to you." Paul called him
Xingxing heard it right, it was NBA superstar Paul calling him, and Yang Zhenxing was very happy.
"Coach, what do you want from me?" Yang Zhenxing asked softly.
"Let me tell you how to defend Austin Rivers against you according to my method."
"Well, okay, I will follow your arrangement."
Paul told Yang Zhenxing how to defend Austin Rivers based on his own experience. Yang Zhenxing listened very carefully. He hoped that this time he could kill Rivers' arrogance and show his own strength, because his defense has been questioned.
, if he can put Rivers away, at least people will still have some understanding of his ability to defend speedy guards.
After the midfield interview and break, the second half of the game is about to begin. Yang Zhenxing is still facing a greater test because they fell behind in the first half and he allowed Rivers to score 12 points on his head.
, he must effectively restrict Rivers Jr. in the second half, at least to improve his status in the minds of the media and the team.
Back to the second half of the game
Yang Zhenxing took the ball to attack. Facing the defense and provocation of Rivers Jr., Yang Zhenxing knew that the ball had to be played. Although holding the ball in singles was not his special skill, if he did not play in this situation, he would
He is considered a softie who only shoots from the outside.
Yang Zhenxing first passed the ball to Marshall, and then ran in to get a position. He blocked Rivers, and Marshall passed it to him. Rivers' body was similar to that of Yang Zhenxing. Yang Zhenxing chose to play a post-up single in the low post.
This was a commonly used technique for him when he was at Qingdao University. But in the United States, where there are so many masters, this skill is no longer so easy for him to use.
Yang Zhenxing hit in the low post, and Rivers Jr. pushed Yang Zhenxing hard with his body. At this time, he had ignored it. The tighter he pushed, the more dangerous it was. Yang Zhenxing turned his back and went to the basket, waiting for Rivers Jr. to react.
At that time, Yang Zhenxing had already completed a fake move, and Rivers was sent flying. Yang Zhenxing forced himself up and caused a foul on Rivers.
"Good shot, well done." This voice came from Paul. Yang Zhenxing's confidence was greatly increased by Paul's encouragement to him. Starks also secretly applauded him in his heart.
Little Rivers, who was fouled, was not as happy as before. He didn't realize that Yang Zhenxing could actually hit him in this way. Little Rivers shook his head and occupied the three-point line.
Yang Zhenxing walked to the free throw line and occasionally let out a few words of praise and cheers from the audience.
