Chen Jie's words can represent the internal thoughts of the Bulls players to a certain extent.
It was because Skiles saw Chen Jie's interview that he was worried that the players would become complacent, so in order to cool down the team, don't underestimate the enemy in this game. Skiles introduced the Pistons in such a way that the Bulls'
The players understand what a powerful team they are facing.
But now it seems that although Skiles has achieved his goal, it seems that he has reached the other extreme. The Bulls have gone from underestimating their opponents to not being confident anymore.
Thinking about it this way, Scales was really dumbfounded.
He really didn't expect that he would actually be self-defeating and make the Bulls' emotions go from one extreme to another.
"Do you all feel the same as him?" Skiles pondered for a while, then raised his head again and asked the other Bulls players. His finger was pointing at Chen Jie.
Chandler Duhon and others nodded when they heard Scales' question.
Scales finally confirmed his thoughts.
"But, do you know that they on the other side may have the same idea as you!"
Skiles' words made Chen Jie and others raise their heads in surprise. They looked at the young coach in front of them, wondering what he meant.
"Do you think the Pistons are comfortable playing? No, they are not comfortable either. Looking at the current score, we are still in the lead, aren't we? Although it is only one point, we are in the lead!" Skiles
His tone became a little more serious, and he shouted like a roar at the young men of the Bulls.
Chen Jie seemed to understand what Scales meant, and his eyes lit up.
"I dare not say that you will definitely win this game. But even if you lose, at the United Center and at our home court, we must at least let the Detroit people shed their skin before leaving, and let them know how powerful our United Center is!
"
Scales' voice got louder and louder, and he became more and more excited.
The Bulls players were listening intently to the coach's teachings.
"Don't be unconfident. You must know that you are now No. 1 in the Eastern Conference, and your record is exactly the same as theirs. Just because this game did not go well. Are you blaming others and doubting yourself? Guys, if you are really like this
, that would make me so disappointed!”
"What I want is a group of lions who can play against the wind, not a group of sheep who can only play with the wind! Look at the United Center and look at the six championship flags hanging above. Those are our seniors who passed by.
It was obtained through countless bloody battles. Do you think it is easy for them to obtain these honors? Boys, I believe in your strength, otherwise you would not have won these four consecutive victories in the Western Conference. However, your strength is not yet there.
It is enough to face any opponent and defeat them easily. Some games are like this. Maybe you try your best and still fail in the end, but it does not mean that your strength is inferior. Maybe it is because of luck, maybe because of others.
What. You shouldn’t doubt yourself about this!”
"And, what I want to say is, don't think that every game is as simple as leading by 20 points at halftime, and then you can win by playing leisurely. This is the NBA, and there are no weak teams here. You guys
In the future, we may encounter situations like today. If you don't accept such a challenge, you will never be able to hang another flag over Chicago or the United Center!"
Speaking of this, Scales turned to Chen Jie. At this moment, his expression was serious. In his memory, this was the first time that he was angry with Chen Jie.
"Jay, do you think you can score how you want in every game? Get stuck in the quagmire? This is a normal thing. Do you really think this league is so easy to mess up? If it's really simple, the league
There will not be only one Michael! This game, the Pistons, is a challenge to you. Only after this challenge can you be qualified to lead the Bulls back to the peak of the year. If you can't pass it, you are just a good player.
A rookie will never become a superstar!"
Listening to Scales' reprimand, Chen Jie didn't say anything, he just lowered his head.
Skiles seemed very satisfied with Chen Jie's attitude.
Based on Chen Jie's current status, his recent performance and his position in the hearts of the Bulls management, if Chen Jie is dissatisfied with Scales' reprimand and has a conflict with Scales, he will definitely leave.
Scales.
It can be said that Chen Jie is already considered a privileged member within the Bulls.
However, Chen Jie did not take advantage of his position to confront Scales. He humbly accepted Scales' reprimand.
This made Scales very satisfied.
After talking about Chen Jie, Skiles did not let go of other Bulls players either.
"Chauncy Billups is tough? There are tougher guards in the league. Ben Wallace has power, Rasheed has power, do you think it's better to have you play against a group of elementary school kids every night?
What kind of life do you want? If that's the case, I think you should stop playing in this league and go to the Development League. You can easily defeat them!"
Scales showed no mercy in reprimanding these people.
"Are you all a bunch of cowards? Can you fight like a man? Are you afraid? Such emotions will also appear in you. I am very humiliated for you! Think about it!"
With these words, Skiles slammed the door and walked out, leaving a group of Bulls players looking at each other.
They didn't know that after walking out of the locker room, Scales didn't leave immediately, but stayed at the door.
Next to him, assistant coach Stephen came over at this time and asked cautiously: "Scott, there is no need to say so harshly? These boys are still young after all. The previous record was too smooth. If you encounter some setbacks, it will be easy."
Self-doubt is normal. At this time, we should encourage rather than reprimand!"
"No, Stephen, you are wrong. They don't need encouragement, what they need now is a wake-up call!" Scales insisted on his opinion.
"But, Scott, aren't you afraid that they will doubt themselves even more and sink because of your reprimand?" Stephen asked his worries.
"I'm afraid!" Skiles' answer surprised Stephen.
"Then why did you...?" Stephen asked in surprise.
"I'm afraid, but no matter how scared I am, I will do this. If they really sink like this, then they don't deserve to be in the Bulls. The Bulls, Chicago, need warriors!" Skye
Erls said with a decisive tone.
Stephen nodded.
He understood Scales' point.
For a player, strength and technology are important, but even more important is psychological quality. Only players with good psychological quality can truly become stars and the backbone of the team. Players with unqualified psychological quality will always be just supporting roles.
, you are a weakling, you can’t make a big impact.
There is nothing wrong with Skiles doing this.
After figuring this out, Stephen stopped trying to persuade. He smiled and said to Scales: "Go get a cup of coffee, Scott!"
"No!" Skiles waved his hand and refused, "I have something else to do!"
Stephen was stunned for a moment, but he turned around and walked away without asking any more questions.
But after he took a few steps, he turned around and found that Scales was still at the door of the locker room. He seemed to be listening to the sounds inside the locker room with his ears tilted.
Seeing this scene, Stephen smiled slightly. This Scott said something very tough, but in his heart, wasn't he also worried about these young men?
Thinking of this, Stephen shook his head. Guys on the Bulls, you should be lucky to have such a head coach.
Stephen did not disturb Scales, but walked away silently.
Skiles, on the other hand, stayed at the door of the locker room, pricking up his ears and listening carefully and attentively to the voices of the players in the locker room.
He scolded the players, but in his heart, he was also very worried that these young men really couldn't bear it and would collapse emotionally.
After all, he is still doing it for these young guys. (To be continued...)
