the great gatsby

Chapter 142 The Chronic Illness of the Knicks
Gatsby returned to the court in the second half of the second quarter. The score was 38:44. The Knicks only scored 10 points in the half and were overtaken by the Hornets. Since the regular season, except for some games, D'Antoni has beaten Gatsby. When switching to the rotation lineup, the Knicks can not win points from the opponent. Other times when Gatsby does not play, the Knicks lose points, even if Duhon is removed from the starting lineup.

The Knicks' rotation talent is terrible!
Gatsby began to understand why Garnetts still wanted to leave after the original team had trained them to become superstars, because the feeling of losing was too uncomfortable-when Gatsby was on the court, he could carry the ball The team defeated the opponent's starting lineup, but once off the field, he could only watch the opponent approach the score and even overtake the score. This feeling really made him feel powerless!

When Gatsby returned to the court, the main force of the Hornets also returned to the court. Chris Paul came over and said to Gatsby: "Hey, boy, don't worry, most superstars are not as lucky as Magic Johnson. When you enter the league, you can be on a strong team, and you can enter the playoffs in the first season, or even enter the finals. Most superstars are like you, growing up slowly in a weak team, waiting for the opportunity, the opportunity. When it arrives, it’s time for you to take off, so there’s really no need to rush.”

Gatsby looked at Chris Paul in surprise. He didn't expect Paul to say this to him. Paul's expression was sincere and didn't look like he was talking trash. He didn't know that Paul had already developed a love for him. Seeing great potential in him and seeing the rise of superstars in the future, Gatsby also sincerely expressed his gratitude to Paul, and he was also reflecting on himself, whether he was too anxious.

Knicks possession.

Gatsby dribbled the ball halfway through the court. Paul had a heart for Gatsby, but he didn't want to let it go when he was on the court. Get into the game.

After Gatsby dribbled the ball for half court, David Lee came over to help Gatsby set a pick-and-roll. Gatsby flew by, took two steps inside, attracted the opponent's help defense, and then passed the ball Larry Hughes, who cut in from the outside line, went down to the bottom corner. Larry Hughes broke through and passed the ball to Gallinari. Throwing in the sky, Wilson Chandler, who was ignored, jumped into the air and dunked successfully.

The Knicks' starting lineup, under Gatsby's go-between, is still very impressive. D'Antoni's face, which was blue with anger from the poor performance of the rotation, finally looked better.

Under the leadership of Gatsby, the Knicks gradually narrowed the point difference. When Gatsby made a three-pointer at the buzzer in the last attack of the second quarter, they finally tied the score and the two sides returned to the same starting line.

At the end of the first half, the score between the two sides was 62:62.

Gatsby scored 24 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds at halftime. As his physical fitness improved, he gradually joined the ranks of protecting rebounds. With his excellent awareness, he had many opportunities to pick up rebounds. It is foreseen that as he grows up, he will not have too few triple-doubles in the future, because scoring and assists are not difficult for Gatsby. The key is rebounding. If he is lucky, he will be able to get a triple-double. He is almost unlucky. , which is at least a quasi-triple-double.

Because there were not many team games today, the game between the Hornets and the Knicks was arranged live on ESPN. The commentators were Mike Breen, Mark Jackson and Jeff Van Gundy.

"The Knicks are in a state of turmoil right now. The rumors of trading have involved almost half of the team, almost all the main players. It is difficult for players who are plagued by rumors to devote themselves to the game. , but the Knicks played well with the main lineup today, and they won points against the Hornets' starting lineup, but the Knicks' rotation is still as bad as ever!" McBrin said.

"This is already a chronic problem for the Knicks. Donnie Walsh has done an outstanding job in clearing contracts. He has almost cleared away all the bad contracts that the Knicks have accumulated in the past few years. They can do something big this summer. , I believe that many superstars will favor the Knicks this summer. If the Knicks can trade one or two superstars and attract some capable veterans, the Knicks will be very motivated next season!" Mark Jackson said with a smile .

Jeff Van Gundy shook his head: "It's not that simple. The Knicks' management is not stable now. A few days ago, it was rumored that the deal between the Knicks and Miami, using Wade to trade Gatsby and a few others, is almost a deal that is close to completion. But Donny Walsh said in an interview that he did not facilitate this transaction. He had no idea about this transaction. I received news that this matter was made by James Dolan and Isaiah Thomas. Walsh has been emptied!

As a result, the Knicks' top management is already in turmoil, and their opinions no longer agree. How effective can such a management team play in signings?Moreover, when the management has different opinions, it is difficult for the players to play wholeheartedly, so it is difficult to generate combat effectiveness. "

"That's true. Thinking about it this way, I think it might be a good thing for Gatsby to be traded to Miami. Although Pat Riley is a bit domineering, he is indeed a good player in training players. Miami is his. The team, and Miami’s strict discipline, is a very good place for a rookie to grow, and the Knicks, a team that is under the spotlight and has constant rumors all the year round, is a nightmare for rookies.” McBrin said.

"You all have a point, but in my opinion, it might be a nightmare for other rookies, but not for Gatsby. Gatsby is an extremely stable and mature young man. Look at him. Something can be seen from today's performance. If ordinary players are caught in trade rumors, they will either not work hard or grit their teeth and have to show off their anger. But Gatsby is not like this. He still behaves calmly and calmly on the court. Facing the mighty Chris Paul, he was still unhurried. He scored 24 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds in the halftime, while Chris Paul only scored 14 points, 4 assists and 3 rebounds in the halftime. This young man is very mature. Surprised me!" Mark Jackson said.

(End of this chapter)