Basketball Fanatic: Genius Is on the Left

Manu has always been the most important player on the Spurs' bench. Without him, the Spurs started a lot better, but the bench is all over. This season, the Spurs' bench can even be compared with the Heat next door. Vic had to overuse the starter.

Popovich has never been the main force in his entire coaching career, but this season, he really does mean that.

This is also the main reason why the Spurs were eventually defeated by the Black Bears. Players such as Duncan and Ginobili suffered injuries late in the season, which affected their state.

Of course, this season is still very important for the Spurs. First, they understand that Duncan is really old and the main offense is no longer enough. They are no longer the ratings killer who used to suffocate defense to win, but in the postseason In the game, Popovich found that his cards were still not enough, gdp still occupied a lot of playing time, and the whole team lacked suitable lubricants, and these changes, after the 2010-2011 season, were carried out slowly. Second, being Black Eight also stimulated their nerves, and they were motivated to rise again in the next game.

Of course, the No. 15 pick is really worth it.

But now, the Spurs are still the focus team with the first record in the Western Conference and second only to the Knicks, so on January 5, the game between the two teams in San Antonio is definitely the focus of this round.

The Spurs have been preparing since the new year.

You may not believe it, Popovich had his sights set on the Knicks before the Christmas game.

Although Popovich said in the interview that he didn't watch the game at all, the reality is that he not only watched the whole game, but also re-watched the video twice, and even let the Spurs coaching staff spend the next time minute by minute. analysis.

Because in Popovich's mind, the Knicks are the opponents they are most likely to meet in the finals, even surpassing the Heat that is considered a favorite by the outside world.

Yes, Popovich has ambitions this season. From putting Manu in the starting lineup, the Spurs are trying to use Duncan's last peak to rush for a championship!

Of course he knows Ginobili's ability, although he is known as the super sixth man, and many people even think that his style of play is not suitable for starting, but Popovich knows that this is just that Manu does not fight or grab, Sacrifice for the Spurs as a collective.

Ginobili certainly has the ability to start, even better than most of the league's second positions. The Argentine sword was not blown out. Have you forgotten who broke the dream team?

And the reason why Popovich has always let Ginobili play the sixth man is because Duncan and Ginobili's styles don't match.

Manu Ginobili played more as a shooting guard, and the connection between the organization and Duncan's axis would be compromised, and the Spurs' main tactical offensive system would be difficult to play in an ideal state.

Watching the Spurs game you will see that when Manu Ginobili and Duncan are on the floor, Duncan's chances of getting the ball are greatly reduced, and the offense relies more on perimeter shots and drives.

Manu Ginobili only when Parker's state is not good, or the cooperation between Parker and Duncan is limited, Ginobili replaces Parker, or both play at the same time can often play a good role.

Coupled with Ginobili's sharp breakthrough and strong three-point shooting from the outside, although it takes a lot of physical strength, it can often play a role in the transformation of the universe in a certain period of time. However, if Ginobili starts and plays for a long time, it will reduce the efficiency of the Spurs' core offensive system, and the physical energy consumption will also increase, which is not conducive to the overall physical fitness and the entire season.

That's why Popovich used Manu Ginobili to play the sixth man for so long.

And this season, the main reason for putting him in the starting lineup is that Popovich also understands that Duncan is getting old and needs someone to share the shortcomings of the offense.

And just as Popovich thought, making Duncan the core of the defense and making Parker and Manu the offensive double arrow really made up for the Spurs' weak offensive last season. The record at this time proved that this is feasible!

Moreover, Popovich feels he has found a way to restrain the Knicks.

So on the 4th, the day before the game, Popovich called everyone to a meeting and emphasized the importance of the game the next day.

"In this game, we need to give our all, although they are not our direct opponents in the regular season, but this year we need to regard them as the biggest enemy. They are strong, but we are also good, Tim, this may require You take on more responsibility." Popovich pointed to Duncan.

Duncan nodded, his expression did not show any fluctuations, no matter who he fought or what he did, Duncan would execute it 100%.

Seriously, Duncan, the Spurs, no no no, the whole San Antonio cemetery is smoking.

Popovich is not a god, and he can't control all the stars. Kawhi's departure in the future proves Duncan's greatness. He may be the only one among all the superstars in history who does not care about his data and serves the team wholeheartedly. star.

And in this game, Popovich also gave Duncan a seemingly impossible task.

On top of that, he also highlighted George Hill, who he hopes can bring energy to the Spurs off the bench.

No way, the Spurs bench is really no one.

Everything is ready, Popovich and the Spurs are ready~www.readwn.com~ The Knicks naturally attach great importance to this battle. In addition to the opponent being the Spurs, this is also the first stop of the Knicks' long western tour. Of course, they all hope to use a victory to give the devil a good start to the future race.

After an overnight stay in Chicago, the Knicks' plane landed across the United States in San Antonio the next morning.

From Sin City Chicago to the Holy Village in Texas, the style of the painting has changed a bit. Sitting on the bus and looking at the surrounding low-rise houses, I am still a little dazed for a moment.

But the good thing is that even the little princes in the nightclub have become sober when they come here, so the first training after noon and lunch is very effective. Everyone who knows that there is no activity to participate in at night is black and hard. It is to try to release his energy on the training ground.

At this time, they didn't know that the Spurs had prepared an overwhelming net, and they didn't know that the Spurs had already aimed at the Knicks and regarded the Knicks as an imaginary enemy in the finals, and by the way, they wanted to test whether they had the strength to win the championship.

Of course, it doesn't matter even if you know it, because the Knicks have long been ready to give the Spurs a thrill!

On the evening of January 5th, the long-lost nightlife in the Holy City began. Tonight, fans from all over the world took to the streets, ready to enjoy the contest between the best in the East and the West.

The Spurs' home court is naturally full, and the Spurs boss is also sitting on the sidelines. This is a game broadcast live across the United States. It's good to promote your excavator.

The two sides first released:

Spurs: Duncan, McDyess, Jefferson, Manu Ginobili, Parker.

This is the Spurs' regular starter this year.

Look at the Knicks again: Zuo Li, David Lee, Shane Battier, Ke Liu, Dragic.

"Fuck?! The Knicks have replaced three people!"