A few days passed quickly, and the Lakers' morale did not recover very well.

By the day of the opening match on October 29, I was still feeling groggy and lacked energy.

This is normal. Nash and Gasol are still absent, and Kobe has just returned to his normal state in the preseason. Why are we still playing? Are we just relying on these "mercenaries"? Mike D'Antoni actually lacks confidence.

Because first of all, his tactics require the No. 1 position, and Steve Nash is not available. Currently, he can only use Steve Blake and Jordan Farmar. These two people obviously do not have the ability to implement their own "7 seconds".

or less” tactical system qualifications.

Then the lineup was uneven, and Kobe's recovery was extremely poor. Regarding this, he was also very disappointed.

Although he knew that Achilles tendon injury was a fatal injury for basketball players, Kobe still used his strength, but he always held on to a glimmer of hope.

At least, he can return to averaging 20+ points per game.

But looking at the preseason, Kobe Bryant only has the ability to average 12+~13+ points per game at most. Compared with last season, it was almost half! So the situation before Mike D'Antoni is

, the number one star’s recovery was far less than expected due to injuries. Steve Nash, who is most suitable for his tactical system, has also been delayed in his comeback due to his aging body and aggravated injuries. The only offensive strength inside is Pau Gasol.

I'm still recovering from surgery, and it's estimated that it will take more than ten or twenty games before I can return to the team... This situation is simply driving him crazy. It's hard for a clever woman to make a meal without straw.

So when reporters asked about the Lakers' goals for this season before the game, D'Antoni could only say conservatively, striving to enter the playoffs.

Obviously, this answer made Lakers fans not very satisfied.

Although this game was broadcast live across the country, it did not arouse much interest. In the T.N.T live broadcast room, Charles Barkley said a little listlessly: "There is such a disparity between the strong and the weak. Although Kobe forced to participate in the opening game, watching

His preseason status has not returned to star standards at all. Compared with last year, he has dropped too much. In such a comparison, almost every position of the Lakers has been completely outplayed by opponents, and the depth of the bench is not as good as that of the Clippers. This game

The city derby has lost its meaning."

Maybe it was because it was too annoying to see Barkley and O'Neal, so T.N.T TV station brought back the old team and asked Barkley and Kenny Smith to commentate together. O'Neal was placed in Reggie Miller's team.

"Yes, the strength comparison between the two teams is already very different! The Clippers have done a good job in reinforcing this season, and the main lineup has been retained. After a season of running-in, they may compete for the Western Conference championship this season.

Even the championship team. Paul + Griffin + DeAndre, this is a very good internal and external configuration, both offensive and defensive." Kenny Smith said: "The starting lineup of the Lakers has come out.

Let’s take a look, oh, it’s PG Steve Blake SG Kobe Bryant SF Wesley Johnson PF Jordan Hill C hot money. I have to say that compared to last year, this starting lineup is simply

The difference is huge, the difference is huge."

"The Clippers' main lineup is PG Chris Paul, SGJ.J. Redick, SF Jared Dudley, PF Blake Griffin, C DeAndre Jordan. Compared with last year, this lineup is younger and more

It's balanced, especially at the No. 2 position, Redick is much better than the aging Caron Butler, so the Clippers also stand out from the originally not-so-good No. 2 position," said Kenny Smith.

: "And the Lakers' No. 2 position may not be absolutely strong anymore. When was the last time this kind of thing happened? It was the 1990s, right?"

Barkley is also not optimistic about the Lakers, saying: "If Kobe's Achilles tendon is fine, then I bet he can still average 24+~25+ points per game this season, and there is still hope of controlling the first or second point position.

.But I saw it in the preseason. This injury has seriously eroded Kobe's ability. Although I don't want the Black Mamba to disappear, he has really withdrawn from the ranks of the league's top stars."

"Charles, I remember that you also retired due to Achilles tendon problems, right?"

"Me? I'm not!" Barkley said: "To be precise, it's a rupture of the quadriceps tendon in my left knee. You know, Kenny, this is the only medical injury term that I remember clearly in my life." Kenny Smith nodded.

The head said: "Yes, what athletes fear most is injuries. Once you are injured, no matter how talented you are, you will fail."

"Kobe Bryant and the Black Mamba didn't expect to get out of this curse and fell to a torn Achilles tendon."

"I would say that he shouldn't be in a hurry to come back now, because in his current state, he is obviously not ready for NBA-level challenges."

"It is said that the coaching staff and management of the Lakers are opposed to this matter, but you also know what kind of team status Kobe is in the Lakers. Unless the old Buss is resurrected, no one can stop him."

"Alas, the aging super giant, the twilight hero." Barkley seemed to think of himself, and said with some rare sadness.

"However, this game is still interesting. Who do you think will perform better in this game between DeAndre and Feng? They should be regarded as the top blue-collar players in the league now, right?" Kenny Smith asked.

"Of course it's permed. Do you need to say that?" Buckley said: "Do you think a person with no honor deserves to be compared with perm?"

"DeAndre Jordan let it go before the start of the season. He will become a first-class insider in the future, and he will compete for the NBA rebounding title this season!"

"Rebound king?" Barkley laughed a few times and said, "Come on, our Mr. Jordan is really loud-mouthed. How many rebounds did he average last season? 7+ per game, right? He actually dared to say that he wanted to win it.

Rebounding leader??? I'm optimistic that in this game, I'll beat him on the backboard!"

Barkley actually underestimates Jordan, because he has indeed improved rapidly this season, not to mention that his rebounds per game have increased by nearly half, and he has indeed won the NBA rebounding king in the 13-14 season. In the future, he will

He has also been elected as a double-team center. Even if the inside line is declining now, he still needs to stand out from the crowd.

But it's a pity that Jordan, who was full of confidence tonight, will soon have doubts about life.

Because Tang Qian's defensive end has evolved to the point where he is close to a monster.

In the 1990s, he was already a blue-collar overlord, let alone now?

"Hey, Dongfang guy, I heard you signed a big premium contract. How do you feel about it? Isn't it exciting?" Nowadays NBA players know how to deal with those "lip readers" and deliberately don't speak well when speaking.

Open your mouth without revealing the shape of your mouth, making it almost impossible to guess.

This is especially true when speaking some obscure words.

As the saying goes, there are policies from above and countermeasures from below. This applies to the NBA and it is the same.

Tang Qian glanced at him, smiled "hehe" and said, "Don't you also have a multi-million contract? With such a premium, you feel confident about getting it?" Tang Qian was different from him. He didn't hide his mouth at all and blurted out sarcastically.

"You are so crazy! Let me tell you! This year's NBA rebounding champion will be replaced! Your era is over!" Jordan seems to have improved a lot in the offseason, so the new season starts with ambition and pride.

.

"You want to steal my rebounding title?" Tang Qian couldn't help but joked: "Really, buddy, even if you eat Will.Gon, you can't do it. Seriously, I won't lie to you." "You can't do it."

It's just good luck! To be the rebounding leader with 12+ points, this is basically a parallel import level!" DeAndre Jordan said confidently: "I will definitely beat you by a head this year!"

DeAndre Jordan worked hard on rebounding this offseason all summer, and he thinks he has surpassed everyone in the league.

Including Tang Qian and Howard.

"Haha~" Tang Qian stood in the middle circle and said with a smile: "Then you come and give it a try, Texan guy? I'm waiting for you to challenge me."

"You don't need to say that!" As the referee threw the ball into the sky, Jordan quickly took off. He was very confident in his height, wingspan, bounce and speed, so he didn't think he would lose to Tang Qian. But this ball,

In the end, he was first encountered by the Lakers on the 29th, and then handed over to the team's point guard, Steve Blake.

Just after dribbling the ball through half court, Blake heard someone on the left side of the three-point line waving for the lane: "Give it to me!"

Turning around, that wasn't Kobe. Who was Bryant?

Kobe wanted the ball? Steve Blake subconsciously passed it, but he soon regretted it.

This Kobe is no longer the Kobe he used to be. If you act recklessly, ugh...

J.J. Redick also wants to take the opportunity to step on Kobe. It's not that he and Kobe have any personal grudges. It's just that in this league, the survival of the fittest is the survival of the fittest, and competition is cruel. Therefore, in order to win a bigger contract in the future, the best way is to play against star players.

Shine brilliantly. Kobe is an absolute star in the league, and he is still famous now. It is not too much for him to "kill you while you are sick".

In the NBA, there is no such thing as sympathy. The so-called respect and respect are also things after the game. During the game, who will sympathize with the enemy or the opponent? They all want to explode to death!

After all, only in this way can you get ahead, get big contracts, and achieve success in a capitalist country.

Kobe saw the longing look in his opponent's eyes. His eyes turned cold, and he suddenly said something that J.J. Redick will remember deeply: "I'm going to score 40 points on your head tonight."

Redick was stunned for a moment, and the corners of his mouth naturally showed disdain and disbelief.

If you were last year, if you didn't tear your Achilles tendon, I would still believe it, but with your shitty state in the preseason, you still want to score 40 points against me? What is this if it's not a dream?

"Bryant, your time has passed." Redick said: "Now is the time for young people."

"you're old!"

Kobe looked at him, made a smooth breakthrough, and immediately smashed the latter into pieces, then easily flew into the air and succeeded in a one-handed chop.

Boom~

The Lakers took the lead first.

"DeAndre, please focus, it's still Kobe after all, don't get distracted!" After Paul reminded him, he started dribbling the ball through the half court, but the moment he passed the ball, there was a black shadow like a sharp arrow.

He made a save, made a direct steal, and dribbled for a dunk.

At the Staples Center, a huge announcement sounded: "Kobe Bryant!"

What? Why is this guy so fast? Did he just guess my passing path?

Paul was a little surprised, but he didn't take it to heart.

Still continue to lead the team's offense.

He singled out Steve Blake. Although the latter had a positive defensive attitude, his ability may be limited, so he was easily scored by the former.

4-2.

The Lakers team is still Kobe. He seemed to have a bit of bloodthirsty impulse today. He once again broke through Redick and entered the Clippers' inside attack.

"Bryant, be careful with your old bones!" The defender is Griffin. He is now considered a representative of the violent force in the PF position, and his physique is also very strong, so he thinks that he can forcefully defend No. 24 with his physical advantage.

Here comes the inside attack.

In the preseason, he also looked at the numbers of the Lakers No. 24. He shot less than 20% in 5 games and made 0 of 16 shots in the last game. He bounced like a matchbox. This is simply a classic car that is about to be scrapped.

He believes that he has grown up for another season and is enough to stop him.

However, he will soon pay the price for his decision.

Because he thought Kobe Bryant, who was already bouncing like a matchbox, was facing him and just flew into the air. Then while he was still stunned, with a "bang", he dunked into the basket with one hand!
To be continued...