When he was at Kangda, Walker suffered an ankle injury, and Tang Tian spoke to him in the tone of a godfather.

It seems that Walker still remembers those words.

But it's really useful, the NCAA competition is not as brutal as the NBA, and there will be coaches and teammates who will really help you carry it together.

But when it comes to the NBA, it's like colleagues at work can't really help too much, it's more on your own.

At this time, Walker realized that the original injury was a good thing for him, at least mentally, he became more mature than the average rookie.

"Come on, see you at our All-Star Rookie Game." Tang Tian sent a message back.

Because they are in different divisions, they only play each other twice a season.

Coupled with the fact that the schedule of the suspended season is dense and there is not much personal time, there are not many opportunities for them to meet.

"Yes, come on, too."

After reading Walker's reply, Tang Tian put his phone away.

The next game is to play the Heat.

It was also a game with a different meaning for him.

Back in San Antonio's training session, Tang Tian began to try to catch and shoot three-pointers in practice games.

The Spurs are known for their tactics, and there is already a lot of cooperation between teammates, plus after playing almost ten games, he and Split also have a tacit understanding.

He seized the opportunity and made two catch-and-shoot three-pointers in quick succession from two no-ball runs.

"He's going to do this?"

Popovich was a little surprised when he saw it on the sidelines, you must know that although Tang Tian had been training before, he had been practicing at night, and Popovich didn't know.

"Yes, I've heard Ingeld say it once, and he seems to be practicing this all the time."

Budenholzer opened his mouth and said that Popovich was in charge of the overall situation, and he knew more about these small and trivial matters.

"Interesting." Popovich nodded with a smile after hearing this, he really didn't know about Tang Tianjia's practice.

And a person can practice a technique from nothing to have, the sweat behind this can be imagined.

The day before the Spurs and Heat game, the Heat arrived in San Antonio.

Unlike the Spurs, who have had ups and downs, the Heat's performance this season can be described as extremely hot.

They have played nine games so far, winning all but one of the Hawks, and are the best in the league with an 8-1 record.

The James Heat played even better in the second season, scoring 30+ in three games and shooting 55% from the field.

Wade and Bosh have also played consistently, most importantly with the team's two veterans.

Mike Miller has regained his groove and shot over 45 percent from three-point range, and new signing Battier has brought a strong perimeter defense to the team.

This team is balanced offensively and defensively, giving the feeling that the championship has been locked in advance.

However, a team with James is always questionable, and there are still those who feel that the Heat's current record has something to do with their opponents and schedule.

The game against the Spurs was a real litmus test for them.

On the day the Heat arrived in San Antonio, head coach Spoelstra organized a daily practice session, and it was clear that he also took this game seriously.

The Heat's training attracted a lot of onlookers from reporters, and by the time the training was over, James was surrounded by reporters.

After being defeated by the Mavericks last season, the team has suffered a lot of doubt.

However, after a long offseason, James, as the core of the team, has clearly adapted a little.

He has already dealt with such old topics as "what will change in the new season" and "is it ready to win the championship this season".

"The Heat tried out Don in the summer, but the team didn't pick him in the end, and he's doing really well in San Antonio right now, what are your thoughts on that?"

A reporter asked a relatively new topic.

James glanced at the reporter who was asking the question, and it was clear that he didn't expect anyone to ask this.

But after all, he has experienced a lot and reacts quickly.

"Yes, Don is great, he shoots threes, he defends well, he plays smart, he's a good player, but I don't interfere with the team management, I'm a player, I'm only responsible for playing."

There didn't seem to be any problem with James' answer.

After the interview, James went back to the locker room to take a shower, and his teammates had not yet returned to the hotel, sitting there talking and laughing.

The team won one after another, and the players relaxed and looked in a good mood.

However, Battier and Wade spoke with serious expressions, as if they were discussing some serious topic.

James came out wrapped in a bath towel and walked over to sit next to the two of them with a smile.

"What are you talking about?" James asked, as he sat down.

"The game thing." Wade looked at James with a smile and a hint of friendship in his eyes.

"Tell me about it." James continued.

"We're talking about Green and Don, and the Spurs have developed a tactic this season, the 2/3 pick-and-shoot and it works really well."

Battier opened his mouth and said, he is a Duke product, and he is more sensitive to tactics.

Several of the Spurs' wings have performed well this season, especially Green and Tang Tian, both of whom have averaged more than 10 points per game.

You must know that Green only played a total of seven or eight games last season, and Tang Tian is a rookie.

Although the two of them have good strength, their tactical bonuses are also obvious.

"yes, with those three guys, the two of them don't have a lot of defensive pressure, and if they can shoot those goals that should go in, they're a big threat."

Wade said with a wry smile.

When Tang Tian tried out the Heat, he admired it very much.

And he also said good things when the management made decisions, and he also knew the things promised in the draft.

It's just that I don't know why the management finally changed their minds, and now Tang Tian has become a point that bothers them.

"No, no, don't worry at all." James' reaction was unexpected.

Both Wade and Battier looked at him curiously.

"Green does have to be on guard, but his three-point stability is actually not that good, it depends on the situation to let Mario (Chanmoss) follow up, as for Don, he's just a fixed-point shooter, just don't give him an open chance, Sean is the best at doing this."

James said lightly.

Battier smiled after hearing this, James was a little embarrassed to praise him like this, but it was really not a big problem to say this.

Green's shooting percentage in the first few games of the season did fluctuate a lot, especially when it was only about 30% in five consecutive games.

Tang Tian's words, from the beginning of the season to the present, will only shoot three-pointers and occasionally cut the ball.

"So guys, enjoy the game, we'll dispel all doubts tonight." James smiled and patted the two on the shoulder.