Zhiba NBA

Chapter 80 (79) Ace vs. Ace
The Rockets' lineup in the third quarter was Okur, Wang Zhizhi, Tracy McGrady, Reid and Billups.This lineup can not only allow Billups and Okur to play triple-threat pick-and-rolls, but also allow McGrady to play singles wantonly, and the other four can create breakthrough space.

It's a pity that the first attack was a little too simple. Okur made a mid-range shot and hit the iron under the interference of Daben.

Hamilton singled Billups with the ball and passed it to Rasheed who ran back, but Wang Zhizhi who was following up was blocked by Bodi Loga who ran over.

"Illegal cover!" Yuan Fei yelled, but the referee ignored it.

(Illegal screens usually refer to screens that follow the defender's movement, a "secondary screen," or screens that are too close to the defender for the defender to dodge.)

The sharp-eyed McGrady instantly noticed the problem. He immediately dropped Bodi Loga and rushed to make up for Rashid, but he was a step too late, and Rashid had already shot.

Goal scored 49:51.Bodi Loga stuck out his tongue, seemingly thankful that the screen wasn't blown.

"The Pistons' dislocation tactics are really weird. The power forward pulls out to shoot a three-pointer, and the point guard goes up to cover. This kind of unconventional tactic is beyond the imagination of ordinary people." Smith complained.

"This is the characteristic of the Pistons. Such bold innovation is really admirable." Lao Tang said.A famous coach like him is better than Smith in terms of demeanor.

Tang Shuai admires his opponent, but Billups is not convinced.On the defensive end, he is deflated against big and tall point guards, but on the offensive end, he is not afraid, and it is easy for a small man to break through.Chauncey faced Bodi Loga without hesitation and made a breakthrough with a dribble.

Bodi Loga was passed by Billups, but he didn't panic. He turned around quickly and lowered his center of gravity, and his long arms soared.The ball hit Chauncey's feet after being touched by him, and then rolled out to the distance.

At this time, the gap in agility can be seen. A short insider like Daben reacted faster, grabbed the ball before Okur, and passed it to Bodiloga.The latter dribbles the ball slowly, and then begins to grind the Pistons-style position.At least that's what most people think.

Only Bodi Loga didn't think so. He suddenly made an unpredictable breakthrough, and he just used the rhythm difference to attract McGrady to make a steal and squeezed past.Instead, McGrady was thrown half a body away.

"Eurostep (EuroStep, a technique that uses footsteps and body shaking to dislocate defenders)!" Jefferson yelled, "I thought only Manu Ginobili was good at this technique in the NBA."

"Wade, the new star of the Heat, is also good at this kind of technology." Yuan Fei added: "Bodi Loga is originally from Serbia and Montenegro, and he has played in Europe all the year round. It is reasonable to know this kind of technology."

Da Zhi's supplementary defense was in place, but Bodi Loga had eyes in the back of his head, and he didn't look at the pass, and directly passed it to Hamilton, who hit the iron with a jumper.

"It's really dangerous. This ball is a good pass but it didn't make it. It's hard for Chauncey to prevent Hamilton's jumper!" Old Curry was in a cold sweat.

"The terrible white magician, I really underestimated him before!" Lao Tang also had to admit his lack of preparation.

Bodi Loga is more talented than both Magic Johnson and Bird Bird combined. ——Italian coach Tanevich.

This sentence was said in 1992, when Johnson and Bird were famous all over the world, and Bodi Loga was 19 years old.

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Okur missed a three-pointer, and Rashid protected the rebound and threw it to Bodi Loga.Another stunning performance, as White Magic dribbled behind Okur as he tried to hold off a fast break.After crossing the halfway line Chauncey pushed up, Bodi Loga changed hands again and turned around to dribble past Billups. Only McGrady was guarding the basket.

Keeping up with Prince, he dunked easily and the score became 51.

"This is the Pistons?" The players on the Rockets' bench were stunned.They did their homework and studied Pistons tape.But when did the slow and solid piston become so gorgeous and smooth?The rhythm of the ball just now is more like Jason Kidd's style of play led by the Nets.

Larry Brown couldn't help sneering.The Pistons are a team with extremely rigorous tactics, and the starting five tigers are like five parts on a machine.But at this moment, coach Brown let go of a floodgate, releasing the creative white magician, and the Pistons suddenly became different.To put it bluntly, the Pistons originally played tactical basketball, fighting for discipline and quality.But now they not only have tactics, they can also fight giant planets.

But when it comes to fighting for a giant planet, who is the rocket afraid of?Even the F4 Lakers and the three-headed Timberwolves were killed by them.McGrady received a pass from Wang Zhizhi and made a two-pointer against Prince, leading again at 51:53!

Hamilton missed a jumper, and McGrady repeated his tricks and made a jumper, but this time he didn't.The rebound was knocked out of the bottom line by Big Ben in the scramble, and the Rockets' frontcourt ball.

The Pistons once again resorted to an impregnable defense. The ball Chauncey broke through and was assisted in the defense. After being distributed to the outside line, he was filled in time, and then distributed to the corner on the other side. Wang Zhizhi was still waiting for Rashid.Wang Zhizhi barely got the ball and threw it to McGrady who retreated near the center circle.

McGrady caught the ball and saw that there were only 24 seconds left in the 3-second attack. He took two steps forward and made a pull-up jumper. Prince almost sealed McGrady's face.

The goal was scored, and McGrady hit a super long three-pointer two steps away from the three-point line!Even the steady Tang Shuai couldn't help standing up and cheering for McGrady.

Turning around, Bodi Loga also sent a wonderful pass for Rashid, but the latter was not eager to make a shot, but passed it to Hamilton who was in a better position. This time Hamilton did not waste the opportunity and hit 53:56 in the mid-range shot!

"This goal is still due to Bodi Loga's breakthrough messing up our formation." Tang Shuai commented.

"I haven't seen this type of player. The dribbling speed is not fast, but he can always rush in and disrupt our defense with his rhythm." Curry also said with emotion.

McGrady did not hesitate to break through the ball, Billups received a pass and hit a three-pointer, and the Rockets still maintained the lead at 53:59.

"Answerball (response ball in the same way)!" TNT's Kenny Smith yelled: "NBA MVP McGrady responded to European MVP Bodi Loga. What will Bodi Loga do next?"

Bodi Loga really wanted to single out McGrady with the ball. People often say that NBA pays attention to singles, and European basketball pays attention to cooperation.Now the European MVP has clearly adapted to the NBA culture.He swayed from one crotch to another, and he was about to shoot a jumper when he pulled up.

"I can block this ball!" McGrady thought when he leaped high.

But Bodi Loga collected the ball cleverly. He stepped out and shot from the open space next to McGrady. The ball scored 55:59.

"Exquisite footsteps!" Even footwork master Olajuwon praised.

"It's not just his footsteps, but more importantly, the continuity of his movements after his steps. He seems to be very used to shooting when his body is out of balance." Yuan Fei sighed: "How did this technique come out? It's so difficult!"

"This guy's physical fitness is far inferior to Jordan's, even Kobe's and Carter's. But his skills are really amazing. He can make Jordan-level difficult shots with his skills. This is the first time I have met such a guard who uses his footwork skills to perfection!" McGrady secretly admired him.

(Note: Kobe was not at his peak at this time, and his footwork skills were not superb enough. And Jordan was too old when he played against McGrady)
Reid missed a three-pointer again. The Rockets relied too much on the three-pointer because it was difficult to compete with the double Wallace inside.Tang Shuai watched secretly anxiously, and began to plan to replace Yao Ming.

Bodi Loga started another exaggerated performance. He hit McGrady with his back and took a huge step inward.

"It's so difficult! It's even possible to get in with such a backlash! Is he Michael Jordan?" Bosh was a little bit broken when he saw it.

Many point guards don't practice post-up singles, but those with strong bodies often practice this move specifically to prey on smaller guards. Andrew Miller and later Livingston are very good at this.When it comes to the 205cm Bodi Loga, back hitting is of course a skilled skill.

The Pistons gradually caught up and overtook the score.Larry Brown's relaxed expression was in stark contrast to Tang Shuai's dignified expression.

　Parsons also jumped out of the contract. He is average in talent but very smart in playing. I really like this kind of golf quotient player.I hope he can join a good team, and hope that the agent will not be too greedy.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)