Chapter Eighty-Three: The Away Battle in Golden State
"In the language of your hometown, should you call me 'Master' now?" Warm-up time before the game, Stephen. Curry and Addison quipped, "Let's be honest, rookie, you have made such a big improvement in shooting, and I must have a credit for that." ”
- If it were the saying 'a teacher for one day, a father for life', wouldn't I call you father......
Addison rolled his eyes at Curry, the outside core of the Warriors is not a difficult person to contact, but this character who likes to joke at every turn makes Chinese boys a little unable to deal with it.
"Good luck, Add, don't let me blow up this again." Seeing that his teammates were already beckoning him back to the locker room, Curry smiled and threw a defiant sentence at Addison, "The preseason game was so boring, and that's definitely not all you can do." ”
- Then just watch, today will definitely surprise you......
Staying on the court and continuing to make a few shots, Addison was the last to walk back into the locker room. Habitually finding a corner to sit down, he quietly began to empty himself.
"Let me take the liberty of asking, you weren't intimidated by today's opponent, were you?" Spoelstra watched as all the players calmed down, and he first put the tactical board aside, "Does the Aucklanders' current league-wide points per game average frighten you?" ”
There was laughter in the locker room, most of this team is made up of veterans who have played in the league for many years, and what strong opponents have they not seen?
"Sir, I'm not afraid at all! Can I start in place of that Brit who smells of chips and fish?! "James. Ennis jumped up with an exaggerated expression and said, before he could finish his words, he was killed by Ruhl. Deng strangled his neck and tried hard to teach a lesson.
The laughter in the dressing room was even more cheerful, mixed with a few heckling whistles. Spoelstra waited for the noise to subside, and he made a gesture to signal quiet.
"Pay attention to your defense in this game, to take advantage of our advantages, you have to change defenses quickly! Especially Splash Bros, keep an eye on those two guys! If you can, it's best not to give them any slots! ”
Saying this, there was a wave of helplessness in the hearts of Filipinos. Almost every team against the Golden State Warriors has set up their defensive strategy this way, but very few have actually done it.
Today's Golden State Warriors are headed by head coach Steve Brown. There were few particularly noticeable weaknesses under Kerr's tutelage, and the starting lineup was filled with the exception of Andrew. With the exception of Bogut, the rest of the team has a strong offensive ability, and even the bench has Andre Anderson. Iguodala is a first-class player who could have started on any other team.
Compared to the Heat, the Golden State's roster is almost overwhelming, so the coaching staff has made this game a win-or-win battle from the start. The reason why Spoelstra will lay out the offensive and defensive tactics in detail is simply to see how much energy the team can burst out against the team at the top of the league's pyramid.
Today was different from the previous game against the Clippers, the Heat team after two days of rest was full of energy and a full lineup, and if they failed, they had no excuse other than a lack of strength.
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"It's going to be a great night! Aucklanders never disappoint the crowd in a game, win or lose! "Kenny. Smith opened the game before the broadcast camera to the nation, "In fact, they have surprised the league this season and have even become a strong contender for the championship this season." ”
"That's an exaggeration, Kenny! I'll admit that this Warriors team is strong, but I don't think they have what it takes to compete for a championship! "Charles. Barkley pouted and retorted that the fat man had not had a good impression of the Warriors since Nelson Sr. was still coaching, "The jumpers may be able to win a lot of games, but they will never be able to compete for a championship!" ”
"Well, Sir Charles, there should be a lot of support for your opinion." Kenny. Smith brought this topic over with a fluttering sentence, you must know that this is the territory of the Golden State, even the commentator can't point too obviously, "Let's take a look at the starting lineup arranged by my old friend Steve - the center is Andrew. Bogut, power forward Drummond. Green, small forward Harrison. Barnes and the backcourt are the same as the Splash Brothers. ”
"The Miamins are still a regular starting line-up, and it was the right choice to use that starting lineup for this game." Ross Barkley watched the visiting team's starting line-up on the big screen, "At least Spoelstra can make sure that the team doesn't lose to the opponent in terms of mobility. ”
Addison tightened his wrist and knee pads, walked to the center of the court and hugged Curry, then calmly stood in his place, waiting for the game to begin.
"Girl, how about we make a bet?" Qi Yuan, who was in the audience, pushed his glasses and said neatly, "I bet that Addison's stats won't be worse than Curry's today." ”
Lin Yanmo glanced at his predecessor and partner: "Okay, anyway, I didn't come as a reporter today...... I'm betting Curry will blow up Addison, just like he did in the preseason. ”
"Then I'm betting Addison will blow up Stephen. Curry! A sweet and crisp voice beside the young woman came, making Lin Yanmo's face darken.
Lin Xiaoxiao...... You are a minor who has just passed your 17th birthday......" Lin Yanmo gritted her teeth and turned her head to look, "If you disagree with me again, I will tell my father about your escape!" ”
Lin Xiaoxiao just turned 17 this year and is still a high school student in China. As Lin Yanmo's biological sister, the corners of her eyes and eyebrows are similar to her sister in many places, but Lin Yanmo's expression always reveals a touch of arrogance and fierceness, while Lin Xiaoxiao shows more sweetness and youthfulness.
The smiling eyes that are usually big and bright, and they will bend into crescents when they laugh, are the same as Lin Yanmo, but there is still a little baby fat that has not disappeared on the smooth goose egg face.
"Go tell Dad, I'll say you instigated me to run away." The girl didn't care about her sister's threat, "Besides, I'm not a little small, and I'm about to catch up with you in height." ”
"This dead girl......" Lin Yanmo's face turned pale with anger, her height is 165 cm, and Lin Xiaoxiao, who is not yet 18 years old, is already 163 cm tall, and she is indeed about to catch up with her.
"Beware that you don't grow tall in the future, Lin Xiaoxiao."
"As long as I am taller than you, I will be satisfied, Lin Yanmo."
Qi Yuan watched the two sisters arguing with each other, and couldn't help but smile gently. Lin Yanmo, who has a proud personality, rarely shows such an angry and corrupt appearance in front of others, but she is always straightforward when she is around her sister.
"The game is about to begin, two little girls."
"Oh, I'm here to see Addison, so I'm ignoring you!"
"Little one, you just talk nonsense, you obviously didn't even know who Addison was before you came......"
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Bogut, who is physically fit, grabbed the basketball ahead of Bosh, and the Warriors had the first chance to attack.
The cheers at Oracle Stadium came one after another, and the crazy rise of the Warriors' strength in the past two years has made the enthusiasm of the fans extremely high.
Curry dribbles to the frontcourt, Drummond. Green immediately ran over to cover him, and Curry dribbled to the right side of the three-point line.
The Heat immediately switched defenses, and Sean. Williams didn't intend to leave any space for his opponent, while Addison kept his eye on Drummond. Green, prevent him from going down.
Drummond. Green was named after Steve Brown this season. Kerr was promoted to the starting lineup, and as the No. 4 he was not only athletic, but also had a range beyond the three-point line and a respectable three-point shooting percentage.
Curry in Shaun. Williams' defense did not choose to force a strong attack, but handed the ball back to Drummond who pulled out from beyond the three-point line. Green. Addison pressed very tightly, and Green's height was only 2.01 meters, not enough to be able to shoot directly on the opponent's head without any scruples.
At this point Klay on the left side of the three-point line. Thompson took advantage of Bogut's cover to cut through the air and then suddenly accelerated to run back, running out of a temporary space, and Green immediately passed the ball over.
As one of the 'Splash Brothers', it was impossible for Thompson not to shoot at such an opportunity, and even if Wade had already pounced quickly, he jumped up and threw the ball to the basket in complete disregard.
Hollow hits!!
"Typical Warriors goal! Create opportunities by constantly covering runs and passing the ball, then hit shots with ease! "Kenny. Smith said with an appreciative tone.
"yes, typical Warriors goal ......" Barker replied dryly, holding his chin in his hand, his disapproval of the Warriors was obvious.
Addison took serve and walked unhurriedly through the half. Perhaps because he knew that Addison grew up in San Francisco, the fans at the scene did not boo the Chinese rookie too much.
"Come on, Add, show me what you're really capable of." Curry clapped his palms and took a defensive stance, looking very interested in playing against Addison.
The Warriors leader's defensive ability is underestimated by many, and despite his skinny build, he is not bad at strength and has very flexible foot movements.
However, Curry also has his own shortcomings, his starting speed is relatively slow in the No. 1 position, and his explosiveness is really at a loss, so he is often beaten by Russell on the defensive end. Westbrook or John. When a physically gifted opponent like Wall passes in one step.
Addison had no intention of one-on-one with Curry, and with the help of Bosh's cover, he suddenly accelerated to break through, and Curry failed to get rid of Bosh's block for the first time, and was quickly thrown away by the Chinese boy.
In the face of Bogut's defense, Addison switched to his left hand and moved sideways to the left of the free throw line with his hands up a little, and Bogut's center of gravity was drawn up. Addison took advantage of the situation to lower his center of gravity and accelerate again, passing past the side of the Warriors center and heading straight to the basket.
Harrison on the flank. Seeing this, Barnes didn't think twice about quickly defending the basket, but Addison took advantage of this to pass the ball to the bottom left corner.
Vacated Ruhr. After receiving the ball, Deng jumped and shot in the bottom corner, and the arc drawn by the ball was smooth and stable, and he got into the net!
There was a brief silence in the Oracle arena, and the Heat's three-point return made countless Warriors fans look quite ugly.
And so, a torrent of boos followed......