Chapter 455: The Frontal Blocking of the Golden Rooster Independence
"Do a good job of rebounding! Do a good job of rebounding! Why should I keep stressing about such a simple thing?" During the break after the third quarter, Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle kept talking in the bench area, looking at him
The expression on his face seemed to be very unhappy and dissatisfied. Although the Mavericks have become an underdog this season, which is very different from two years ago, Rick Carlisle has not decided to give up the game easily.
This is the dignity of his championship coach.
However, this matter cannot be solved by simply emphasizing it, because Tang Qian has completely transformed into a "defensive monster" at this moment. Not to mention Kaman, the half-waste Elton Brand, even Dirk.
Nowitzki, competing for rebounds, was extremely difficult to attack the Lakers' inside line. So at this time, "German Tank" took the lead to stand up and said: "Mr. Carlisle, that Oriental boy is in great shape tonight."
, I'm afraid we have no chance of winning alone, unless..." Before Nowitzki finished speaking, Rick Carlisle thought of the hidden meaning of the former's words.
"Dirk, use joint methods? Is he really worth it?" Rick Carlisle asked team No. 41.
"At least tonight was worth it." Before Dirk Nowitzki faced off against Tang Qian, he couldn't believe why this Oriental center could rebound 40+ points in a row in a single game. But tonight, he felt it firsthand.
The pressure was a bit shocking. Even if his rebounding average per game is not outstanding in the interior, it is not a problem after all, with his height and rebounding ability exceeding the league average. But tonight, he
I felt completely "confused" and "helpless".
Because there is an Eastern giant standing on the inside of the Lakers. He is like Goliath, sweeping all attacks and resisting all firepower. As long as you dare to go in and challenge, you are guaranteed to come back disgraced and embarrassed. Really,
The last time this happened, when was the last time this feeling occurred? According to Dirk Nowitzki's memory, it was from the peak "Warcraft" - Dwight Howard. And since Howard's physical injury
As he gets more and more sick and gets older, the league's "town monster" is almost completely extinct. Maybe the Clippers' No. 6 has this potential, but this season, he is still too young and cannot reach it for the time being.
To the level of "town monster" on the defensive end.
But soon, Nowitzki knew that he was wrong, very wrong. Tonight's Lakers No. 29 is by no means just the defensive level of "Peak Warcraft". His ability will far exceed that of Dallas No. 41.
imagination.
Tang Qian has so far scored 6 points, 6 blocks, 13 rebounds, and 1 assist. And he knows that his statistics tonight are more than just that. There will be more, better, and more.
More exaggerated.
"Hot~ Good job~ Keep up the good work~" Seeing that Tang Qian really single-handedly supported the Lakers' defense in the penalty area, Mike D'Antoni was very happy because he was different from Dwight Howard's "superstar temperament".
Lakers No. 29 respects him very much and obeys his own tactical arrangements. When he is on the court, the Lakers' ball movement has obviously improved to a higher level. After coming to the Lakers, he has a very deep feeling, that is, "a superstar"
"Stacking" is not impossible, but at least they must complement each other, trust and affirm each other, otherwise they will fight on their own and become a mess. Even if Jordan comes, there will be nothing they can do.
Because basketball, in the final analysis, is still a sport for five people and cannot be played by one person.
Kobe, Howard, Nash Gasol, these four people, even if they are a little older, which one of them can't stand alone and win the flag? They can all do it. But there is no tacit understanding between each other as a team, there is no
Chemical reaction, you can't just play for the team's win.
Otherwise, what if I get old? There should be no problem with at least the top four in the Western Conference.
D'Antoni has never taken over such a luxurious lineup before, so he was a little off track and unsure at the beginning, which is normal. In the original time and space, he actually woke up a little in the last period, but it was too late.
, the Lakers at that time had a limited schedule, were terminally ill, and the entire team had no fighting spirit. It was only thanks to Kobe Bryant that they barely entered the playoffs. However, everyone knows the price they paid.
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Now he also sees the problem. If Howard still wants to be his "low-post killer", then he will be insulated from the Lakers as a whole, disconnected, and not on the same channel. If he wants to win in the last dozens of games,
In order to improve the winning rate and rush into the playoffs in one go, we must find a No. 5 who is in sync with the Lakers as a whole, not out of touch, and on the same channel.
Obviously, Mike D'Antoni has found the candidate at this time.
He is No. 29, Chinese, Tang Qian.
You, Howard, are strong, you are the number one center in the league, and you earn a salary of close to 20 million US dollars a year. Unfortunately, your current role in the Lakers is not as good as that of a second-year rookie who only earns 4 million US dollars in annual salary. This is your tragedy.
It is also the tragedy of the Lakers. If there is still time, then I will slowly adjust and transform for you, but who says now, it is urgent and there is no time?
So I'm sorry "Warcraft", I need to be responsible for the team's record, I also need to be responsible for my career, and you are no longer a booster at this moment, but a roadblock!!!
"Keep it up in the second half~ Let's overthrow the Dallas people in one breath~" Mike D'Antoni did not deploy any new tactics, because the tactics in that quarter were very suitable for the current situation of the Lakers. If you can persist, then the ball will
The team's combat effectiveness and wooden barrel shortcomings will be greatly improved instantly.
If Paul's injury is not a big problem, then his cooperation with Fang will also greatly increase the insider's comprehensive ability!
It's just... this will be an unprecedented defensive test for the No. 5 position!
Can he sustain it?
After thinking about it, a "new whisper" popped up in Mike D'Antoni's heart.
Because the biggest problem of a team actually needs one person to support and solve it... Will this be too much pressure? But Mike D'Antoni can't think of any good solutions. The Lakers'
The perimeter group is aging. This is an indisputable fact. It cannot be changed by him as a head coach. Moreover, the Lakers' operation this season seems to be strong, but in fact there are many problems. The first is the age issue, and then the athletic ability.
The problem of deficiencies, followed by the lack of strong defensive players, are all undercurrents hidden under the "flash of the gods". Now, if you want to add them temporarily, it is undoubtedly fanciful.
Except for Kobe, Nash and Ci Shiping are about to become defensive black holes. In addition, the bench is full of strong offensive and defensive players. The Lakers' defense has fallen to the bottom of the league. Faced with this situation, Mike.
D'Antoni is not without a solution. Just like Phoenix, just use offense instead of defense. In other words, I lost 2 points on defense, and I have to get 3~4 points back on offense. The Lakers now have
Steve Nash also has the conditions to play this tactical system. However, there is no problem on Kobe's side, but there is a problem on Howard's side.
As he frequently plays in low singles, Mike D'Antoni's tactical system is completely contained and basically unable to play. That's why the Lakers are in such a difficult situation. This is the same problem that D'Antoni expected before he came.
, completely different. I thought it would be difficult to change on the 24th, but unexpectedly it was "Warcraft" Howard, whom I had been optimistic about before.
The "Warcraft" who doesn't play pick-and-rolls with Nash and plays down cuts is a complete destroyer of Mike D'Antoni's tactical system. He previously suffered from the opponent's identity and status, so he couldn't directly correct it because one of the fans would not agree.
, Secondly, the management will not agree, and thirdly, D'Antoni really can't find a replacement for "Warcraft".
In this way, no matter how messed up the "Warcraft" is, he has no way to "strictly stop it", otherwise the team's record will only get worse and worse. Until he saw the performance on the 29th just now, his mind
, it resumed operation, and a bold idea gradually began to take shape.
Before going on the field, Tang Qian noticed the "Warcraft" at the end of the bench. The former suddenly said: "Are you unhappy with me? Do you hate me?" Howard did not speak, but his eyes said everything. "Then you should be like this.
." Tang Qian dropped a sentence and said, "Because you will only become more unhappy and resentful later."
Howard didn't understand it at first, but after thinking about it carefully, his expression suddenly changed. Looking at No. 29 leaving, it was as if sharp arrows were shooting out of his eyeballs.
At the beginning of the fourth quarter, Rick Carlisle adopted Dirk Nowitzki's suggestion and began to strengthen his control on the inside.
No, Tang Qian discovered the change in his opponent's strategy right away.
Elton Brand and Chris Kaman came on the court at the same time to block themselves. They even preferred to switch to the next outside line to suppress the rebounding ability of No. 29. But unfortunately, Tang Qian saw this and was not worried at all.
, just raised the corner of his mouth, as if his expression became more excited and said, two people? Are two people enough? Can two people suppress the strongest rebounding ability of peak Wilt Chamberlain?
Under Kobe's defense, O.J. Mayo missed a shot and the basketball hit the Lakers' basket and bounced high.
"Grab rebounds~"
"Grab rebounds~"
Elton Brand and Chris Kaman immediately shrank, trying to squeeze out the rebounding space of No. 29, but immediately they knew that all this was in vain. Because the Lakers
No. 29 still picked up the rebound easily, as if it was not affected by their contraction at all.
When the Lakers attacked, Kobe beat O.J. Mayo with his back and relied on a turn to lick the basket, completely shaking off the latter's defense.
Brush~
The ball goes in~
The leading score reached 4 points.
On the offensive end, Shawn Marion made a layup, trying to catch the Lakers off guard.
Although Marion's shooting posture is ugly, the player's personal ability is still very good. At his peak, he was a 20+10 SF. It looks very different, but his rebounding sense and desire to rebound have always been the No. 3 position in the league.
He is a leader, and he has also developed a strong ability to cut and pass in the Suns. Relying on B.T's physical fitness, he can always beat the opponent and the ball has already fallen into the basket before he can react.
Although his athletic ability has greatly deteriorated this season, his experience and ability to find air cuts are still among the top in the league at the 3rd position.
Let's put it this way, if LeBron James had his ability without the ball, then the top three in history would not have no chance to sprint. At least the Heat's quasi-dynasty would be able to last longer. A player who rarely attacks with the ball,
But he can average 20+ points per game for several seasons. What kind of cutting ability without the ball is this? But I can only think about it. After all, no one is perfect. It is better to imagine without the ball.
What about three-pointer Joe? If Jordan still has the same three-point shooting ability as Curry? Will no one in the NBA dare to play the 2 position?
It has to be said that Marion's timing of this ball was really accurate, causing the Lakers' perimeter defense to collapse in an instant.
However, just before the basketball was about to enter the basket, it was blocked by a big hand.
Bang~
With Marion looking in disbelief, Lakers No. 29 slapped the ball away fiercely, and the basketball was directly knocked out of the first three rows of the auditorium.
"Tonight, the Lakers are prohibited from making layups, shooting, and scoring in the paint." A voice with a slight Eastern accent suddenly appeared and said, "Have you remembered it?" Marion turned to look at the tall No. 29,
First he was stunned, and then his face showed anger, as if he wanted to give the latter a hard lesson later.
Serving from the baseline, Marion moved at high speed again, then received a pass from Nowitzki and bounced directly high, trying to hit the Lakers No. 29 in front of the basket. Sean Marion's rebound speed cannot be blocked.
, his spring speed was even faster than Carter's. Many times, he would dunk the basketball in his hand into the opponent's basket before the defender had time to take off.
This scene was also one of the favorites of Suns fans back then.
But tonight, this is not Phoenix.
With a "bang", someone under the Lakers basket bounced up at high speed, and then accurately hit the basketball in Marion's right hand.
This guy's bullet speed is actually no worse than mine??? How is this possible??? Isn't he C???
When Marion saw Tang Qian's bullet speed, his whole body was in confusion, and he felt weak, and was ended by a big shot.
The Lakers made fast breaks throughout the game, and Steve Nash made an emergency stop from the top of the arc and hit the net with a three-pointer.
Lead by 7 points.
"Do you remember now?" Tang Qian turned to the slightly absent-minded Marion and grinned.
No! If we continue to fight, the team's morale will collapse!
After seeing the problem, Dirk Nowitzki, the heart of the Mavericks, came on the scene in person.
He stood near the neutral zone of the penalty area, also commonly known as the waist position, and began to actively wave for the ball.
This area is recognized as the best starting point for low post offense on the basketball court.
Nowitzki saw that the team's situation was not good, so he stood up decisively and chose to play singles himself.
The star's solo goals can definitely boost the team's morale and prevent the team's momentum from further declining.
But unlike before, this time the Lakers' No. 29 took the initiative to defend because Tang Qian felt that Nowitzki would come to the ball himself and was unlikely to pass it out. The most important thing to deal with the Mavericks was
The best defense is to stop the big German man in front of you. Otherwise, no matter how good your defense is, the Mavericks will have a chance to come back and reverse the situation.
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