NBA: I am a master dealer

Chapter 307: Letting Xue Liancheng go, was it the biggest mistake?

Look back.

Wade pushed the ball over.

Likewise, Xue Liancheng personally led the defense.

The main reason why he used his own shortcomings to block his edge was that he also knew Wade very well.

Although Wade is very fast and explosive, his shortcoming is very obvious, that is, the three-point shot is extremely unreliable.

It may take ten games before Wade can have a passable three-point shot in one or two games. The rest will either hit the basket until it becomes crooked, or he will only hit one of a few shots.

When Wade shoots a three-pointer, it feels like he's being fooled.

That's right.

Just blind.

Such an unreliable three-point threat directly lowered Wade's overall offensive power by a notch.

and so.

Even though Wade is very fast, has amazing athletic ability, and is very destructive when attacking, as long as he stands in the right defensive position and predicts Wade's direction of change correctly.

So……

Wade is actually very easy to deal with.

And it just so happened that Xue Liancheng was very restrained by Wade in this regard.

Although his speed is not fast, his strength is enough and his bottom plate is stable enough!

As long as he takes half a step back to prevent breakthroughs and not shots, and then uses his 0.6-second prediction ability to predict Wade's breakthrough route, he can make Wade's breakthrough difficult.

of course.

The ability to predict in 0.6 seconds still cannot completely block Wade.

The reason is that Wade's breakthrough process is dynamic. Changing the breakthrough route is often a split-second decision made in his mind. In addition, Wade's ankle turning ability is really unique, as well as Wade's unique explosive power.

He can delay Wade's breakthrough or even block Wade's breakthrough, which is already quite good.

If he wants to completely block Wade, unless his precognition ability can break through the sky and reach 1 second, then he can beat his chest and promise not to let anyone pass through his blocked gate.

But now, he is still far away.

But...it was enough to make Wade uncomfortable.

In addition, the most important thing is that he knows Wade too well.

He knows everything about Wade's breakthrough rhythm, breakthrough habits, breakthrough points of weight transfer, step points, shortcomings after the ball is combined, and how to interfere with Wade's ball protector, etc.

after all……

His change of direction breakthrough was taught to him by Wade.

Could he not understand his master?
That's why he defended Wade with confidence.

soon.

After Wade rushed to the top of the arc, he turned several times and changed his rhythm several times, but still couldn't get past Xue Liancheng. This frightened him and blurted out, "It's surprising, your defense has become much stronger. "

Xue Liancheng chuckled and said, "It's hard not to get stronger after hanging out with you every day."

Wade: "So... you use all the skills I taught you on me?"

Wade only thought that Xue Liancheng's defense was so good because the breakthrough skills he taught Xue Liancheng were reflected back on him.

He never thought that Xue Liancheng had the blessing of 0.6 precognition ability, which made him so embarrassed.

but.

If you think about it from another angle, Xue Liancheng knows Wade so well, and has the blessing of 0.6 seconds of incredible prediction ability. In addition, Wade has an innate shortcoming of three-pointers, so he can only stop Wade. It is conceivable that We all know how incredible Wade's breakthrough ability is.

Xue Liancheng understood this very well and replied, "Hey... this shows a problem. Your breakthrough strength is very terrifying. Only you can defeat yourself. You should be proud!"

Wade: "..."

I believe you evil...

But Wade didn't persist and chose the pick-and-roll.

There was a handoff with Hinrich, but he failed to open up the opportunity.

Finally, the ball was handed to Anthony who was stuck on the weak side in the low post.

As the former king of New York, it is reasonable for Anthony to return home for the first time to execute the first attack.

only.

Crowder was not a vegetarian, and he blocked Anthony's back, causing Anthony to turn over and take the first shot of a jumper, which went across the bridge.

The fans at the scene immediately applauded enthusiastically.

Obviously.

Many fans are actually very unhappy with Anthony's farce in New York.

There can be a column for things like not working hard, yelling at the management, asking for trades, provoking New York fans, etc.

New York fans certainly won't spoil Anthony.

This is also the meaning of Anthony's return to Madison Square Garden this time, which is to prove to these naughty fans in New York: I will kill your hopes with my own hands.

Unfortunately……

Anthony failed to score in this round.

Off-site attack and defense.

The Knicks pushed quickly, and Xue Liancheng ran straight to the midfield to connect.

However, Spoiro understands Xue Liancheng's playing style very well. He has emphasized returning quickly to defense countless times, and he settled very quickly in this round.

So...the Knicks don't have a good chance.

Wade opened his hands with an excited look on his face, "Xue, let's challenge one to one, let me see if you have improved?"

Xue Liancheng: "No, I'm afraid you will be embarrassed..."

He won't be fooled.

Wade proposed a duel with the purpose of consuming him.

How could he be so stupid that he actually challenged Wade to a duel.

talking room.

He had already waved, and Lopez quickly came up to pick and roll.

Xue Liancheng quickly went around, and Wade didn't dare not follow him, because Xue Liancheng's three-point threat was really scary. He averaged 5 three-pointers per game and his shooting rate was as high as 47.8%. With such three-point ability, who could Dare to let go?
Gasol subconsciously shifted his position and tried to block Xue Liancheng's way.

Xue Liancheng was fully aware of these intentions.

travel room.

He suddenly took a step away, and then immediately retreated from outside the three-point line.

Gasol originally planned to block and then follow immediately.

When he saw Xue Liancheng retreating and jumping, he didn't dare to hesitate and rushed over.

Wade on the side also flew towards him.

Under double attack, this angle is actually very extreme.

And the fact.

Xue Liancheng had no intention of taking action at all. After taking off to attract the defense, he changed his shot to pass and threw it high.

Lopez has moved to the free throw line, catching the ball and taking a step.

He passed directly past Ibaka, who was defending, and scored an easy layup.

In recent times, Xue Liancheng and Lopez have become more and more cooperative, and the threat of pick-and-rolls from both sides has become more and more huge.

And Lopez also got a lot of cake, and his average points per game increased from 18+ to 20+, which can be said to be a rapid improvement in threat.

Xue Liancheng has finally fulfilled his boast to David West.

He said that he has the ability to increase Lopez's scoring average to 20+ and become a top insider on the same level as Aldridge.

And now, he did.

In the first 16 games, Lopez went from 18+ points at the beginning to his current top statistics of 20.3 points and 8.4 rebounds.

With this kind of performance, he can be regarded as the top insider in the league.

This is mainly due to Xue Liancheng's passing.

By passing the ball and assisting, Lopez can score at least five or six points per game, which was simply unimaginable during the Nets era.

Lopez has also improved from 17.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 0.7 assists and 1.7 blocks last season with a shooting percentage of 51.2% to 20.3 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 blocks this season, with a shooting percentage of 54.3%.Especially in the last few games, the efficiency has been extremely high and has begun to stabilize. It's not like the start of the game, when you have to show what it means to be sluggish from time to time.

The data improvement is all-round, and in areas where the data cannot be seen, such as defense, Lopez has invested more energy and attention.

This plays a vital role in protecting the Knicks' frame.

After all, PJ Tucker and Crowder can only guard the two wings, and Xue Liancheng can only guard players who are not very fast or rhythmic.

And Will Barton has a good body, talent, and awareness, but this guy is prone to desertion mentally. Or, to be more precise, Will Barton is more willing to devote his energy to the offense, and has become a little lax on the defensive end. A sense of urgency with the Nuggets.

This causes the pressure on the inner cable protection frame to double.

And doesn’t this kind of pressure fall on Lopez?

Lopez did a great job, averaging 2 blocks per game, and contributed indescribable strength to protecting the penalty area.

And there are countless interferences that are not counted as blocks. These things are not included in the statistics.

From this aspect, Lopez is indeed hardworking and worthy of the maximum salary.

After all... the salary cap will skyrocket next year, and 3000 million will be available everywhere. Lopez's more than 2000 million is actually worthy of his ability.

Look back.

Hinrich pushed the ball over, and Anthony got the ball directly.

Hinrich now plays more of a three-pointer and ball-receiving role, and can cut through if necessary.

and so……

When faced with the league's top scorer asking for the ball, he wouldn't dare not give it to him.

After receiving the ball, Anthony took the lead and made an arch to confirm Crowder's defensive strength. Then he turned left and right, and suddenly turned around and started, leaving Crowder behind.

The name of "Offensive Kaleidoscope" is definitely not in vain. This offensive fake move is indeed a masterpiece.

But the problem is.

Times have changed.

The Knicks' current defensive tactics are unlimited defense changes.

wrong……

Except for Lopez who shocked the penalty area, others were constantly changing defenses.

The first time Anthony entered, he faced Lopez.

Anthony can't get any advantage at all in a layup under confrontation.

But the problem is that if you pass the ball, you can't pass it.

Because the Knicks have rotated and advanced defense.

In other words, after Lopez is absent, players close to Gasol need to step up.

The other Knicks players will continue to do this until all the Heat players are blocked.

This is the advantage of the Knicks. They are extremely mobile. Although they are said to be small, they are actually not very short. They are all defensive players above 196cm, with a stable base and strong strength.

They have no problem guarding the big center for a short period of time, just like PJ Tucker carrying Gasol, it seems effortless at all.

So when Anthony confronted Lopez, he realized that he couldn't pass the ball.

In a hurry, Anthony could only force himself on.

then.

Contributed another piece of iron.

Crowder got stuck first and collected the rebound steadily.

The fast break is pushed again.

This time, the Knicks' fast break worked.

The reason is that after Anthony and Lopez confronted each other, they both fell to the ground.

I couldn't get up for a while.

And PJ Tucker defended Gasol.

At this time, the Heat's speed disadvantage came out.

How could Gasol outrun PJ Tucker?

After three to five seconds, he was a big position behind, which formed a typical 4-on-3 situation.

PJ Tucker rushed right in, unattended.

Wipe the basket in place.

Add another 2 points.

After the opening wave, Spoelstra on the sidelines had already wrinkled into a bitter look.

Obviously.

He didn't expect that his former disciple would evolve into this, to the point where he could tear the entire team's defense to shreds with his own strength.

It's not surprising...

After all, Xue Liancheng last season had not yet completely evolved in all aspects, and was still a golden figure in the initial stage, so the power he displayed was actually very limited.

As Xue Liancheng's head coach, Spoelstra knows very well.

When he established Xue Liancheng as the core, he mainly liked Xue Liancheng's passing and vision.

But at that time, Xue Liancheng's passing and vision were not as terrible as they are now.

But compared to most point guards on the market, Xue Liancheng is undoubtedly very outstanding and excellent.

In addition, Xue Liancheng's three-pointers are very stable and he must score one in every game. His bulldozer style of play is even more invincible, which makes Xue Liancheng's offensive threat very huge.

Combining the two, Xue Liancheng definitely has the qualifications to become the core of the team.

And now look again.

After these three rounds, Xue Liancheng's passing threat has reached the point where his hands and eyes can reach the sky.

From the advancement to the end, almost every step is calculated by Xue Liancheng, which is very scary.

And all this is still in a state that Xue Liancheng has not opened.

Thinking of this, Si Bo couldn't help but feel numb.

For a moment, he wondered if letting Xue Liancheng go was the Heat's biggest mistake?

And the game goes on.

Wade and Gasol set a pick-and-roll, broke in and passed back, and Gasol succeeded in a straight-arm shot from the high post.

This is the role of Gasol. On the offensive end, he seems to be inconspicuous, but when it comes to use, he still has absolute All-Star strength.

The Knicks, on the other hand, still follow their own rhythm.

Xue Liancheng and Lopez mainly used pick-and-rolls.

Pick-and-roll with Will Barton.

Then PJ Tucker and Crowder will open up on both sides. If they see the penalty area is open, Crowder will cut in.

Often such unexpected empty cuts will yield rewards.

In the first quarter, Crowder scored on two passes like this.

Xue Liancheng sent out 6 assists in the entire first quarter. He only took 2 shots and scored 4 points by relying on the porcelain.

That's what he does.

Even though he sometimes doesn't take many shots in the entire game, he can kill you when he does.

Especially after last season's comeback and championship battle, he has proven himself.

There is no doubt that he is one of the most offensive threats in the league.

His deterrent power is very huge. If he doesn't take action, no one will dare to let him go.

In the entire first quarter, he had 4 points, 6 assists and 1 steal. The statistics still looked very scary.

after all……

6 assists in a single quarter, not many players can do it.

That's what he does.

He should be the cornerstone of the team mentioned by Ci Deng.

(End of this chapter)