Chapter 723: McHale at ease
Yiyang shook Beverley's toss, and this picture ignited the entire American Route Center Arena and ignited the passion of the Mavericks players. In the first two rounds, the Mavericks players were somewhat intimidating. But since Yiyang shook Beverley, the Rockets can clearly feel that the pressure of their confrontation has become even greater.
This time, Beverley handed the ball to Harden just after halftime. As soon as Harden gets the ball, Joey. Dorsey immediately stepped forward to cover.
Don't look at Dorsey's height of only 2.03m, but his strong body makes his cover quality excellent.
Bypassing Wade, Harden drove straight into the box and wanted to make a mistake in the restricted area. It's just that Harden never expected that Gobert would be able to keep up quickly and give himself a passionate French hot pot!
Under McHale's influence, Harden thought it would be a game that could be won on the stumble. But is it really like the other side just played two overtime games yesterday with such a positive performance?
"Rudy defended his turf once again, and the Rockets' offense was too simple. Also, they don't look very energetic. Harden's breakout just now was lazy and lacked, and it felt like he had lead on his feet. Gobert, on the contrary, is as light as a swallow, and I really don't know where the Rockets' vitality has rested. ”
Although the basketball flew off the baseline, the ball still belonged to the rockets. But a block undoubtedly made the hearts of the Rockets players worse.
On the ensuing offense, Ariza caught the ball from beyond the three-point line and shot. But Iguodala's interference made this guy's shot a little hasty. The basketball slammed into the box, and surprisingly, Joey. Dorsey actually got a rebound under Gobert's suppression!
Although Dorsey didn't directly grab the rebound, it was already remarkable that he could not let Gobert grab the rebound.
It was clear that Dorsey was very positive and he would give his all for every possession. But the rest of Team Rocket seems to be missing this breath. Although the rebound was pointed, it was the more aggressive Mavericks who eventually took control of the ball. The Rockets' offense failed again, and the Mavericks counterattacked!
The only thing the Rockets did well today was that their quick retreat was very good. In the blink of an eye, they spread out the defensive formation.
Beverly also plans to fight a war of attrition with Yiyang, but it is obvious that Yiyang, who has already shaken Beverley, does not plan to continue to entangle with this "hard and black".
Yiyang borrowed Dirk's cover to accelerate the breakthrough, and then passed the ball to Wade, who cut inside. Wade went straight to the basket, and the Rockets' defense shrank throughout.
Just then, the basketball came out of the cracks and landed in Nowitzki's hands at the top of the arc outside the three-point line.
The Lithuanian Motai Yunas was taken aback and hurried back to the defense. But he didn't have time to remedy his slow pace, and Dirk's three-pointer came with his hand open. 7 to 2, the Houston Rockets, who were supposed to be more energetic, are now at a disadvantage! Yiyang's organizational ability gives the Mavericks a very open opportunity.
With a relaxed face, McHale seemed to be getting a little nervous when he moved his ass off the bench for the first time today.
Fortunately, after an attack, the Rockets immediately responded with an aerial relay dunk. James. Harden draws the defense and assists Joey. Dorsey completes the aerial operation again!
Dorsey was very aggressive in terms of cover, follow-up, and final finishing. He's the lowest-priced Rockets on the lineup, but he's the most exuberant on the team so far.
The four points the Rockets have now come from Dorsey.
"The European Monster really lived up to its name, and Dorsey showed his value on the pitch. Maybe he's not tall enough and his skills are rough, but he's always passionate! Passion, which is also crucial on the basketball court! Barkley gave Dorsey an approving look, the center who is just over two meters tall and arguably the best player on the Rockets' roster so far.
Subsequently, Iguodala received a pass from Yiyang and shot an iron. Under the basket, people were stunned to see Dorsey hard open Gobert to get to the position, and then jumped high to protect the defensive rebound!
Dorsey's aggressiveness has begun to empower Team Rocket. It is also ironic that it is not the star Harden or Beverley who has injected strength into the Rockets, but a little-known "firefighter" who has been away from the NBA for four years.
In Dorsey's energetic performance, the Rockets gradually closed the score. And as the game intensified, Carlisle could clearly see that the pace of the players was starting to slow down.
So, Carlisle stood up and glanced at the bench. The players on the bench were eager to try, and they knew it was time to get on the pitch!
The Rockets finally equalized after Harden scored a layup with a beautiful crotch change to shake off Wade, who had become sluggish. 10 to 10, the two sides are back on the same line.
"The Mavericks players are already sweating profusely, and the bane of yesterday's double overtime is now starting to be revealed." As soon as Barkley finished speaking, Carlisle called a timeout.
Seeing the Mavericks stopped, McHale smiled disdainfully. It seems that I was a little nervous just now.
"How do you feel?" Carlisle was the first to inquire about Yiyang's situation, and the others could rest early, but Yiyang had to hold on for a while. His performance will directly affect the performance of the whole team.
Yiyang nodded silently, indeed, this guy also looks the most relaxed of the starting five tigers.
"Then everything went according to plan. Team Rocket has no one to change, let's see, who dragged who killed whom! Carlisle began to write and draw on the tactical board, and the brief pauses flew by quickly.
Everyone was stunned when the Mavericks players re-stepped onto the court after the electronic beep sounded. Carlisle actually replaced four people at the same time, and only one Yiyang was left in the starters!
Tony. Allen came on for Wade, Bazemore for Iguodala and Aminu for the German, with Durham Potter coming on.
"Bringing in a substitute in advance, is Coach Carlisle going to use this way to save the players' energy?"
"Hmph, I'm on the bench so soon. Guys, pull the score away for me! "McHale waved his hand, and in the first quarter, he was going to nail the Mavericks to death!
So, he replaced Joey. Dorsey, Jean Terrence. Jones is on the scene early. Originally, McHale used Dorsey as a fake starter, and Jones was his real starting center!
Helpless, whether it was the Mavericks fans on the scene or Barkley on the commentary stand, they all felt very helpless.
Sometimes the game itself isn't fair, with the Mavericks playing double overtime yesterday and the Rockets having eight days off before. Is this fair? It's not fair at all. But that's the way the NBA regular season is, and there's always going to be unfairness.
Seeing Yiyang attacking with the ball, the attention of the whole Rockets team was on him. The main force is all gone, and Yiyang will be the only attack point of the Mavericks!
Yiyang slowed his pace after crossing the halfway line, and he raised his hand to direct his teammates to run. Just when the speed of the whole audience slowed down, Yiyang accelerated sharply!
This time Beverley was caught off guard. All the Rockets players shrank towards Yiyang, and the scene became a dozen or five at one point.
But no one noticed that Aminu did not follow into the box, but waited outside the three-point line.
It is true that people like Aminu, who seem to be "harmless to humans and animals", are often overlooked.
But this neglect allowed him to get more scoring opportunities!
Yiyang gritted his teeth, his eyes were fixed on the basket, it looked like he was definitely going to attack!
As soon as this No. 1 raised his hand, the three Rockets players "flew" into the sky, ready to block.
However, Yiyang didn't go to the basket, but threw the ball behind his head without giving him any looks!
No one knows how Yiyang, who has his back to Aminu, passes the ball so accurately, maybe like Mike. As Brin said, Yiyang also has eyes on the back of his head.
It wasn't until Yiyang made this unbelievable passing move that people found out that Aminu had been completely emptied.
The Rockets players simply gave up on the defense and all huddled under the basket, waiting to grab the rebound.
Although Aminu got a big open opportunity, the pressure on the point guard to shoot in a high-profile situation is actually very high.
If someone defends, they won't think so much about it. But when there is no one to defend at all, the players will be afraid of losing face if they can't shoot, so they will be burdened with more psychological pressure.
Aminu takes his shots in stride, always the one who is ignored on the offensive end, but Aminu doesn't care. He knew he would never be a superstar in his lifetime. But can only a superstar save the team?
As a role player, you can also contribute to the team!
The basketball has a high arc and seems to be flying in the right direction. A group of Rockets players are eager to try under the basket, all looking to prove their firepower by scrambling for rebounds.
However, Aminu did not give them this face. Basketball goes through the net and three-point shot!
"Good ball and another magical assist. And his teammates didn't let that disappoint him. Although Coach Carlisle had to be replaced in advance, as long as there is one, the substitute can also play crazy performances! ”
Aminu's three points undoubtedly boosted the morale of the Mavericks' bench players!
On the ensuing offense, Harden called Jones to block the pick-and-roll. But Jones's cover quality, naturally, is not as good as that of the strong Dorsey.
Tony. Allen easily stuck to Harden's side, allowing the bearded layup to pop out.
After the Mavericks counterattacked, Yiyang directly released the ball this time. He handed the ball to Bazemore and quickly pulled away for Bazemore to go head-to-head with Harden!
Bazemore and Harden, the two look like two players at all without a level. But that doesn't mean Bazemore can't win.
After receiving Yiyang's pass, he made a simple gesture of worshipping Buddha, and flew Harden, who was always distracted on the defensive end, but this time he was a little too focused.
Bazemore took the opportunity to stride to the free-throw line and "shoot" the free-throw shot. Bazemore is a mid-range finisher in his own right, a free-throw opportunity that he certainly won't miss.
"Brush!" Nets rolling, Terrence. Jones could only pick up the basketball from the ground in embarrassment.
The Mavericks scored five points in a row, and under Yiyang's organization, everyone was able to shoot and hit in their favorite place!
The most frightening thing is that after falling behind by five points, McHale has not yet become vigilant. Jean thinks that the Mavericks are just pure luck!
Until Damham Potter rewarded Terrence. Jones is a big risk, Yiyang and Tony. It wasn't until Allen scored seven points on a two-line fast break and an aerial relay that McHale got nervous.
The Mavericks' bench lineup doesn't seem to be weaker compared to the starters! Before you know it, the score difference is in danger of being widened to double digits!
Carlisle stood on the sidelines with his hands crossed, and unlike McHale's panic, Carlisle had a relieved smile.
With more flowering performances, Yiyang has led the team to play. From the bench to the starter, everyone has the potential to be Yiyang's offensive weapon.
What about McHale's side? He's got a Josh at most. Smith, there's almost no one available.
And me? I've got a ton of players on my hands, waiting to stomp you underfoot, bastard!
"Pay attention to the defense, stick to the dead!" Assist Toney. After Allen completed the empty dunk, Yiyang retreated to the three-point line and raised his hand to shout.
This is his team, a team that can be controlled by Yiyang as he pleases, whether it is a starter or a substitute. ()
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