Starting from the last bus in the NBA

Chapter 8 Training Match

The team gathered on the first day, mainly to get to know each other, and then did some recovery training.

The real training will not start until the next day.

Of course, there won't be too much tactical training, the main thing is to get familiar with each other and practice some simple coordination.

In the final analysis, the summer league is mainly to inspect the players.

"Wang, I heard that you have signed the contract?"

"Only part of it is guaranteed, and who knows where it will end up."

"It's already very good. Up to now, I haven't heard any good news, and I don't know if I can stay?"

After training, Wang Hao also started chatting with the people around him.

For example, this Eddie Gill, an undrafted pick, hopes to get a contract to enter the NBA.

He is a point guard and there is no competition with Wang Hao, so the two can chat.

"Then you have to work hard, I heard that Gary really needs a backup.

You know, it might not get a lot of playing time, but it's got Gary's guidance. "

The speaker was Gerani McCoy, a second-year rookie for the Sonics, a heavyweight insider.

Gerani also has a contract, but this contract will expire this year, who knows if there will be any in the future?

Although the meat shield center is very popular, don't forget that there is one more, and Gerani is not indispensable.

Moreover, Gerani is only a second-round pick, and Vladimir Stepanya got more opportunities.

Perhaps because he is also a person who has fallen into the world, Gerani also joined the chat.

On the other side, assistant coach Field is arranging tactics to five people about the next training game.

These five players can be regarded as the main players in the current summer split.

The big center is Vladimir Stepanya. He is taller, heavier, and has a middle distance, which makes him more valued by the coach.

The power forward is naturally Sharad Lewis. After all, this is the most promising rookie of the Sonics.

The small forward is Ruben Patterson, who will partner with Brent Barry on the front line, one offense and one defense.

Finally, there is point guard Salmond Williams, a heavyweight point guard, after all, in numbers, the weight is the same as the height.

Since it is a training match, Field will naturally not only deploy tactics to the main players, but also needs substitutes.

As for the substitute lineup, it has also been released.

Center Geranie McCoy, power forward Alan Bramlet, small forward Tim James, Wang Hao and Eddie Gill in the backcourt.

The difference in strength between the two sides is not small. Except for Gerani and Wang Hao, the other three are undrafted.

"Wang, play well and let me see your defense."

After setting up the tactics, Fidel did not leave immediately, but pulled Wang Hao and said.

"You know, Brent isn't interested in summer league, he's just trying to get back in shape.

So, he won't play too many games, and then you have a good chance to start, but I need to see your performance. "

"Don't worry, Mr. Field, you'll see."

I have to say that although he is only an assistant coach, Field is really comprehensive. No wonder he can gain the trust of the head coach.

With the whistle of the trainer acting as the referee, the game began.

Shamond had possession of the ball for half the court. Although Eddie Gill wanted to press the whole court, it didn't work at all.

Because as long as Salmond turned around, Eddie Gil couldn't complete the interference with his broad body.

And Shamond, as long as he is run over like a bulldozer, he can easily pass the half court.

Shamond didn't stick the ball, and directly handed the ball to Brent Barry who came out of the screen to catch the ball.

Brent Barry did not rush to make actions after holding the ball, but observed first, which is also in line with his characteristics.

Regardless of his tall stature, his suitable position is the forward and defensive line. In fact, his passing vision is quite good.

When he first entered the Clippers, he was even trained as the core of the point guard.

He is tall and has a good passing vision, which is really a bit like Magic Johnson.

In the game, there are often scenes of cameo point guards.

It's just that, in addition to three-pointers and passing, Brent Barry's breakthrough is also quite sharp, but the confrontation is slightly insufficient.

So, after seeing that his teammates had no chance, Brent Barry decided to come by himself, intending to rush over directly.

Who would have imagined that when he took this step, he only felt that he had hit a wall, and even the movement of controlling the ball was a little deformed.

After all, he is not Tracy McGrady, nor is he Grant Hill. It is not so easy to make a move that requires strong explosive power.

What's more, Wang Hao's defense is not something to talk about casually.

Not only that, after blocking Brent Barry's breakthrough, Wang Hao began to exert confrontation.

Even though he just stepped into the NBA from the NCAA, his confrontation is not bad at all, and he has reached the NBA level.

Most NCAA players will be required to increase their weight and confrontation after entering the NBA.

It's just that Wang Hao doesn't have this need for the time being. After all, Artest is the one who confronts Wang Hao on weekdays.

With a height of 201 centimeters and a weight of 96 kilograms, it may be a little short, but it is enough.

After all, he is only 19 years old, his body has not stopped growing, and there is no need to rush to gain weight.

You know, at the peak of Kobe's career, except for the occasional few years when he needed to play the third position and gained weight, his weight per season was only 96 kilograms.

Wang Hao's timing is very accurate. While using the confrontation to oppress Brent Barry's movements, he is about to grab the ball with his hand.

Fortunately, Brent Barry was experienced enough, he slightly lifted his left elbow to support Wang Hao.

This action is very subtle, but it allows him to use his strength to control the ball.

After all, it is still in the 90s now, and it is not the kind of body whistle style of play. This level of movement is not considered a foul at all.

Although Brent Barry controlled the ball, he could only pass it out immediately, otherwise it would be a second dribble.

Looking at the young man who was actively defending in front of him, Brent Barry was slightly relieved, and almost screwed up.

With so many people watching, if he screwed up, he would be really ashamed.

Fortunately, Brent Barry is not the kind of extreme personality, and the superior growth conditions make him very gentle in dealing with others.

No, he was defended by Wang Hao, he didn't feel any annoyance, but said appreciatively.

"The little guy did a good job, but it won't be so easy next time."

Wang Hao's attention was very focused. Although he was praised, he didn't seem to give Brent Barry a chance to catch the ball.

Before dribbling the ball halfway, coupled with Brent Barry's operation, it has been delayed for more than ten seconds.

This moment, several seconds passed, seeing that time was running out, but the ball appeared in the hands of Ruben Patterson.

Is there any way, throw it!

Faced with the defender's forced shot, the ball bounced out of the frame, and Gerani resisted Vladimir and grabbed the rebound.

(End of this chapter)