Chapter 064: Away vs. Pistons
The NBA schedule is very busy, and the day after the home game, they have to get on a plane to play the Pistons in Detroit.
In the early stage, away games have little impact on the team, but as the season deepens and the physical energy is consumed, this kind of flying game will affect the physical condition of the players.
However, Li Zezhi didn't have this trouble, the B-level functional drink in the dream training space allowed him to fully recover his physical fitness the next day, and for away games, it was a tour.
On the plane, Li Ze was playing cards with his teammates to pass the boring time.
Durant and Turtle Turtle were holding magazines on the side, reading them with relish.
"Kevin, what's there to see about the magazine, play a few rounds for me, I'm not having a good hand right now."
Li Ze couldn't help but be a little curious when he saw Durant reading the magazine there.
"Scarlett Johansson is so charming and I feel like I'm going to fall in love with her!"
Durant put down the magazine and said to Li Ze, this guy has been reading Scarlett's news just now...
"I'll admit that Scarlett is really big, but don't you think she's a little short? There are few women in Hollywood who are simple. ”
Scarlett is not Li Ze's dish, he likes to be tall, less than 170cm, he basically has no interest, unless the other party has some specialties.
"It's still Taylor's best, Renmei Song Sweet, Kayce, it's up to you for the next album!"
The turtle belongs to Taylor's die-hard fans, and everyone automatically ignores his words.
"It's not about height, it's about temperament, guys, that charming temperament is the most important thing!"
Durant drew cards as he explained to his teammates.
"Forget it, Kevin, this blonde white girl is not our cup of tea, I still prefer passionate Latina girls!"
Jeff Green's LSP almost said that he likes electric small motors, and his love for big cheeks really makes Li Ze speechless.
"O Latin girl, Charage is indeed beautiful! It's a pity that the body is too petite. ”
Li Ze reluctantly agrees with Jeff Green, after all, he has been very fond of learning Spanish since high school.
"Who!! What a bad card this is! Kayce, you definitely have a problem with your location! ”
When Durant shifted his attention to the cards, he shouted directly, and Li Ze smiled slightly and quietly turned to leave.
"Kevin, you have to hold on for a few more rounds, don't try to cheat!"
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The Detroit Pistons won the championship in previous years, giving fans hope for a revival.
Unfortunately, the good times did not last long, and the team began to decline again, although it still had a record of 39 wins last season and reached the playoffs, but was swept out of the first round by James's Cavaliers.
However, there have been changes in the opposition this season, sending away Allen Iverson, adding several players at the back, and the current main team is still plagued by injuries, Richard Hamilton should not play this game.
"I don't really like the city of Detroit, and I don't like the Pistons' style of play even more."
After arriving at the hotel, the turtle began to complain, rookies generally don't like it here, and the Pistons' hometown style of play is a bit tough.
The entire style of play in the East is almost all about muscle confrontation.
Turtle was very uncomfortable in his rookie season last year, and he was not afraid of confrontation, but it was easy to hit the iron when he fought too much.
"I don't like that way of playing either, but the league encourages confrontation, and if you look at the games they played against the Lakers in previous years, defense can really win championships."
Durant was very honest and told the truth.
"I think tomorrow's game will definitely not be good, the Pistons who are full of energy, I hope they feel cold."
Li Ze only hopes to have more badge experience, and he has several badges that are about to be upgraded.
The Auburn Hills Palace Arena, home of the Pistons, can accommodate nearly 20,000 spectators, and Detroit fans filled it all on the night of the 30th.
Li Ze could feel the support of the fans for the Pistons during the warm-up, after all, they won the championship a few years ago and defeated the Lakers with a gorgeous lineup.
Coach Brooks has trusted his veterans a little more since the start of the regular season, with Maynor and Byron both out of the rotation.
"Kevin, you must move the ball more, the opponent must defend you in a targeted manner, Prince is an elite defender, don't force the offense."
After Brooks' chicken soup routine, he began to tell the autumn players to pay attention.
When the DJ on the scene began to shout, the Thunder team also appeared one after another, and what made Li Ze find it interesting was that when his name was read, there was also a small number of boos.
"People are afraid of being famous, pigs are afraid of being strong..."Li Ze complained helplessly in his heart.
After the last game, ESPN gave him another blow, Stephen A praised him, and Li Ze seriously suspected that his agent Chapman gave the other party a red envelope...
The live commentary on the Pistons' side also ridiculed Li Ze:
"Kayce definitely won't like it here, Auburn Hills Palace is the grave of rookies, and I bet he won't even score 10 points today, it's not a soft west."
Li Ze is still a substitute today, and he has a hunch that there is no garbage time today.
"Come on, Bro!" Li Ze stepped forward to bump fists with his teammates.
"The game officially started, and the lucky Thunder got the offensive ball!" The Pistons' commentators were firing on fire.
The Pistons' starting lineup has changed quite a bit, with Ben Gordon partnering Rodney Starkey in the backcourt, Tyshawn Prince and Charlie Villanueva up front, and Ben Wallace at center.
After the turtle dribbled past the half, he found that the opponent's defense was very pressing, and the rotation was also fast, and in the absence of too good opportunities, he found Durant with his hand.
Durant felt a little uncomfortable facing Prince's defense, the opponent is tall and long-armed, and good at physical confrontation and full of strength, which makes Durant unable to get rid of the defense easily.
Fortunately, after barely breaking through, he found Sofrosa on the outside, who received the ball and shot a mid-range jumper.
The ball hollowed into the net, opening the game for the Thunder.
Coach Brooks saw the team's offensive problems, but it can't be helped, you can't expect every team to be the same as the Kings...
The Pistons' offense was slow, they were experienced, they patiently shared the ball, and with 10 seconds left on the offensive clock, Ben Gordon received the ball from the outside and shook off the turtle with a little bit
Dribble and shoot a mid-range jumper
"Whew..."The 2-pointer scored steadily.
The fans immediately cheered for the home team.
After the Thunder attacked the tortoise and dribbled through the half, they played a pick-and-roll with Kostic, accelerated straight past Rodney Starkey and hit the basket.
Ben Wallace's defense was timely, and he made a small move in the confrontation, which made the turtle directly lose its center of gravity and hit a piece of iron.
Ben Wallace grabbed the rebound and passed directly to Prince for a transition offense, and the Thunder were a beat slow to step back.
Prince drove straight into the basket, and Soflosa, who was back on the back, relied on his height advantage to move forward steadily.
After the Thunder offense hit a few irons, the Pistons used their good position to attack and slowly expand the game advantage.
The game was slow-paced, with the Thunder trailing by six points at 12-18 with the first quarter more than six minutes played.
Brooks saw that the team was in trouble, and directly called Li Ze:
"Kayce, try to speed up the pace of the game when you get on the court, we're going to increase the number of rounds."
"No problem, Coach." Li Ze replied immediately, and at the same time secretly thought in his heart:
"After this game, the [Rhythm Shooter] badge should be upgraded, it's really exciting..."