NBA: Art is trash talk

Chapter 349 You Are Too Kind
The Clippers started Livingston, He Xinghui, Maggette, Gasol, Kaman.

Even if Gasol didn't play well before, the starting position is particularly stable.

His current status has been achieved many years ago, and Millsap still has a long way to go before he can shake it.

The Sonics are Reynolds, Ray Allen, Lewis, Wilcox, Nick Collison.

Reynolds is a point guard with no breakthrough, no organization, no defense, and unstable three-pointers, that is, he can still start in the Sonics.

For other teams, it would be difficult to get into the rotation.

The team's salaries are all given to Ray Allen, Lewis and Fortson, and the others can only sign some crooked melons.

Wilcox is such a crooked person. Last season, he was teammates with He Xinghui for a short time, and then he was thrown away by Elgin.

Collison is also an unknown person. His career has been in the Supersonics and Thunder, which is probably his only bright spot.

However, his one person, one city is completely different from Kobe.

Kobe is one man, one city because the Lakers are reluctant to give up, and Collison's one man, one city means that no other team wants him.

Game start.

Kaman gave the ball to his side and Livingston advanced with the ball.

He Xinghui ran without the ball, and Ray Allen chased after him.

Although He Xinghui said that there will be fewer points in this game, it is impossible for Ray Allen to fully believe it.

He Xinghui ran to the strong side, making the supersonic players all concentrate on the strong side.

The basket was wide open, and Livingston passed the ball to Gasol.

Gasol swayed Wilcox away with his feet, and then made the ball.

He Xinghui didn't even touch the ball in this round, but in the eyes of professionals, He Xinghui contributed a lot.

If it weren't for He Xinghui's strong containment ability to attract the Supersonics' defense, Lewis would not have to be so far from the basket, and would be able to double-team and harass Gasol in time for singles.

The Supersonics counterattacked, and Reynolds passed the ball to Ray Allen after halftime, allowing Ray Allen to organize.

Ray Allen didn't get it done with a few slams, and then forced his shot, playing very casually.

After all, the Sonics have long lost hope of the playoffs.

With the goal scored, Ray Allen's ability is still very good.

Offensive and defensive transition, He Xinghui received the ball, Lewis immediately double-teamed, He Xinghui scored, Maggette followed, and finally Gasol made a shot and scored.

"The Clippers still have a lot of trust in Gasol, and let Gasol attack at the beginning."

Smith said.

"Isn't this nonsense, who would deny a star's ability just because he didn't play well in two games, at least [-] games."

Buckley said.

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smith.

Denying a star in [-] games is actually quite outrageous.

On the court, the Sonics have not yet realized the problem.

Supersonic coach Bobby's strategy today is to limit He Xinghui's scoring. As for other players who can kill them, Bobby will admit it.

Through data analysis, Bobby found that when He Xinghui scored high points, his winning rate was 95%.

He Xinghui won 50% of the games when he scored low.

The Sonics attacked and Lewis hit a three-pointer.

This season, Lewis' overall shooting percentage is 47%, and his three-point shooting percentage is 41%, both of which are better than Ray Allen.

This is also the reason why the Sonics are willing to send Ray Allen away. They hope that Lewis can take the lead.

But obviously, their choice was wrong.

Some people are just short-lived.

The Clippers attacked, and He Xinghui also made a shot in strict defense.

Even if he wants to help Gasol score points, He Xinghui must ensure a certain amount of shots, otherwise the Supersonics will not double-team him, and he will not be able to help his teammates attract defensive firepower.

The goal is missed, but it's not a big problem.

Supersonic attack, Maggette posted on Lewis, not to give the opponent an easy shot.

Reynolds didn't seem to have good chances for his teammates, so he came up with one himself.

As a person who has no organization, no defense, and no breakthrough, he can still survive in the league, naturally because of his special skills.

He has an unstable three-point ability. When he is accurate, he can make 10 of 5 shots and 10 of 6 shots.

When inaccurate, you can also hit seven or eight irons in a row.

As far as the overall hit is concerned, it can still maintain 36%, which is still qualified.

Today, Reynold's luck seems to be good, and he made the first shot.

8 to 4, the Sonics lead the start.

This is something that many people don't think about.

Offensive and defensive conversion, Gasol shot also missed.

He started with two shots, and the Sonics defended him a little more.

The Supersonic counterattack finally lost power, and Ray Allen missed their first shot of the day.

He Xinghui reciprocated courtesy, and also lost one.

"Are you serious? It's too polite."

Ray Allen complained in his heart.

He also thought that He Xinghui was keeping his promise and deliberately scored fewer points.

If this is the case, I have to say that He Xinghui is too polite.

"My cousin doesn't seem to be feeling very well today."

Buckley said.

"The Sonics did a good job of defending him. Ray Allen and Lewis are two stars against him. It is not easy for him to play well."

Smith analyzed.

In the supersonic attack, He Xinghui suddenly made a sneak attack and stole Reynolds.

Afterwards, he rode Juechen to the opponent's basket and scored the first two points of the day.

Bobby was sulking off the court, and Reynold's mistake was really undeserved.

Knowing that He Xinghui is the league's steal king, he didn't pay attention.

This mistake blinded the wonderful performance of the previous Supersonics in vain.

On the Supersonic offense, Reynolds made atonement and made a mid-range shot.

The offensive and defensive transition, He Xinghui broke through Ray Allen with the ball, Wilcox made up the defense, He Xinghui threw the ball to the basket, Gasol took off and scored.

He Xinghui could actually pass Wilcox himself with this ball, but he chose to pass the ball.

In the short 3 minutes of the start, Gasol has scored 6 points, which is quite good.

"Do you want to increase the defense against Gasol?"

The Sonics assistant coach asked Bobby.

"Is it necessary? Don't you see that we are leading now? You don't see that Gasol has a high shooting percentage now, but this is the price that must be paid to limit He."

Bobby feels that there is no problem with his strategy. He Xinghui has only scored 2 points so far, which is far below the average level.

On the court, the two teams hit each other with two irons.

Then the Supersonics broke the deadlock first. Ray Allen threw off He Xinghui and made a catch.

The Clippers counterattacked, He Xinghui attracted double-teams and then split the ball. Wilcox was forced to defend and intercept Maggette.

In the Sonics' defensive tactics, Collison is going to make up for Wilcox's loopholes at this time.

However, at this time, Kaman did not look for shooting opportunities. Instead, he stood in front of Collison, preventing him from getting close to Gasol.

Gasol was unguarded after receiving the ball. Naturally, Gasol would not let go of such a comfortable shot and made a steady hit.

Under normal circumstances, Gasol is in such a hot state, he should focus on defense.

But Bobby no, he still felt that he had restrained He Xinghui very well.

What reassures Bobby is that their current offensive firepower is also very fierce, and Lewis made another three-pointer.

Halfway through the first quarter, 19 to 15, the Sonics still led by 4 points.

For a team that ranks at the bottom of the league, being able to play like this with the Clippers is something to be proud of.

What makes Bobby even more satisfied is that He Xinghui has only scored 4 points so far.

"My cousin doesn't seem to be doing well today."

Smith finally had the courage to say this.

Although he already had this feeling before, he didn't dare to speak easily, for fear of being slapped in the face by He Xinghui.

And now, he finally couldn't hold back.

"Calm down Kenny, this is the normal state of a normal player."

Buckley said.

A player's performance must have ups and downs to be normal. He Xinghui's previous state was too stable, which is unscientific.

On the court, the game continues.

He Xinghui held the ball, and Lewis continued to double-team, resolutely implementing the coach's tactics.

He Xinghui scored the ball, and Bobby showed a satisfied smile.

Being able to force He Xinghui to split the ball is considered a success.

The ball was in the hands of Gasol, and Gasol overwhelmed Wilcox and scored again.

At this moment, Wilcox was about to cry.

After the game, there must have been criticism from the media that he was blown up by Gasol, but Wilcox felt that he was wronged.

He not only needs to defend Gasol, but also keeps defending Maggette, which is really difficult for him.

In the transition between offense and defense, the Sonics still maintained their touch, and Collison also hit a wiper.

The Clippers counterattacked, He Xinghui went to the basket and fouled Collison, making two free throws.

Lei Allen was a little embarrassed, he felt that He Xinghui was throwing water.

Otherwise, with He Xinghui's free throw percentage, missing free throws is really rare.

However, He Xinghui really didn't do it on purpose, he just simply didn't feel good.

This kind of situation is actually not uncommon for him, but he used a few must-hit props when he didn't feel good before, and the overall hit rate seemed to be very good.

After two more rounds, Gasol rested.

This time it was replaced by Gasol with a substitute in the second quarter, and He Xinghui played the entire first quarter.

After Gasol left the field, He Xinghui slightly increased his shots.

By the end of the first quarter, 36 to 31, the Sonics led by 5 points.

Among them, He Xinghui only scored 7 points. Looking at the score alone, his performance can be called a disaster.However, he still has 4 assists.

Gasol made 8 of 6 shots in the first quarter and scored 12 points and 3 rebounds.

In the second quarter, He Xinghui was talking and laughing off the court, as if he didn't care about his performance at all.

It's also thanks to him playing well in the past, otherwise, with his professional attitude, it's really easy to be sprayed to death.

On the court, the Clippers' lineup became Cassel, Mobley, Millsap, Gasol, and Perkins.

Nuowen needs the cooperation of He Xinghui to play, and it is more reliable to play Perkins at this time.

The Clippers' bench lineup is so-so, and the Supersonics' side is quite shabby.

Earle Watson, Damien Wilkins, Lewis, Wilcox, Johan.

Except for Lewis, the others are nobodies.

When the game started, the Sonics players were all looking for Lewis. After all, Lewis was the most stable point.

The Clippers are also focusing on defending Lewis at this time.

After some tossing, Lewis forced a shot and missed.

Offensive and defensive transitions, the Supersonics' defensive strategy is also quite clear, so they rushed to Gasol.

After Gasol drew the double-team, he passed the ball to Millsap.

Millsap made a mid-range shot.

In the next round, the Sonics did not dare to double-team Gasol so unscrupulously. Gasol began to take over the game and shot a lot.

At this time, the Clippers' most sure point of attack is him, and it is completely reasonable for him to increase his shots.

Unfortunately, Gasol failed to maintain the feel of the first quarter and hit a lot of iron.

The reason is actually very simple, because the Clippers now lack He Xinghui to attract defensive firepower.

This kind of unintuitive change is difficult for ordinary fans to see.

However, professionals can understand.

"Why is the Clippers still not on the cousin? His physical strength should be fine."

Smith wondered.

"Maybe my cousin thinks that it doesn't take too long to play against the Sonics, and it's not a problem at all to be 9 points behind the Sonics."

Barkley guessed.

"Well, he really might think so."

Smith laughed.

There is no need for them to cover up He Xinghui's madness, everyone knows it.

It was not until halfway through the second quarter that He Xinghui and Nuo Wen played at the same time, and Gasol was off to rest.

He has just recovered from his injury, and he is an insider again, so his playing time must be controlled.

When Gasol was off the court, he had already scored 22 points and 7 rebounds.But the hit rate is average, 17 of 9, plus 4 free throws.

After He Xinghui came on the field, he started chasing points.

He first made a three-pointer by himself, and then assisted Novin with one, beating the Sonics [-]-[-].

Bobby immediately replaced Ray Allen and other main players.

Supersonic attack, Ray Allen passed He Xinghui and scored.

The Clippers counterattacked, He Xinghui assisted Millsap, and Millsap received a dunk.

Offensive and defensive transition, Reynolds missed a shot, He Xinghui grabbed a backcourt rebound.

After Mobley took the ball across half court and missed a layup, He Xinghui rushed to the basket and grabbed an offensive rebound in the crowd.

Pure luck, not a qualitative leap in his rebounding ability.

On the court, even guards can grab offensive rebounds occasionally, which is normal.

For the tortoise who is now rampant in the university, that is even more commonplace.A guard with an average of 1.5 offensive rebounds per game is a landscape in the NCAA.

At this time, Guigui had averaged a triple-double in college and was shocked by the media.

Some media predicted that the tortoise is expected to become the champion of the next session or the next session.

He Xinghui passed the ball, and Cassel made a mid-range shot.

He now has a lot fewer shots, but his hit rate remains good.

After all, they are good opportunities.He didn't dare to vote without a good chance.

With only 4 points left, the Supersonics missed the offense. The Clippers seized the opportunity and He Xinghui made a mid-range shot.

"At the critical moment, we still have to look at my cousin."

Smith sighed.

Before Gasol's data is not bad, but the win-loss value is negative.

He Xinghui's score is not as high as Gasol's, but the win-loss value is positive.

The role of players in the game really cannot simply look at the data.

A few more rounds were played and the first half was over.

58 to 57, the Sonics' lead is only 1 point left.

Of course, this is completely acceptable for the Sonics. They can even proudly say that they have back and forth with the league's No. [-] player.

(End of this chapter)