The era of point forwards in the NBA

Chapter 163 From the heart, walk out of the established line (please subscribe, ask for a monthly pass)
The Davidson Wildcats finally stood out in the Southern League Championship without any suspense. Lin Yue, who has grown up, is a god-like existence in the Southern League, and no one can match him.

[We entered the NCAA tournament again]

Lin Yue immediately sent the news to Curry. This season, Curry averaged 15 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds per game in the NBA. If Rose's performance is stronger, there is a high probability that he will be the best rookie.

But the game is not over yet, whoever wins the best rookie is possible.

He and Derrick Rose basically took the title of the best rookie in the East and West.

The Thunder's record this season is not outstanding. When other teams found their form, they only got a record of 18 wins and 50 losses. The coach also changed from the previous PJ Carlesimo to Scott Brooks. Curry played intermittently due to ankle problems.

On Durant's side, with Curry's limited number of games, he averaged 26 points per game, ranking at the forefront of the league's scoring list, supporting the Thunder's offense alone.

Not only was Presti the manager of the Thunder not unhappy, but he also praised Durant in front of the media. This situation is the best. Durant, who is in the second grade, has grown into a super scorer in the league. Although Stephen Curry is currently suffering from injuries and his playing time has declined, his spirituality can also be seen from the game.

Although the record is at the bottom, the task of training has been completed, and the team's offensive cooperation has improved after the new coach took office. Now they only need to wait for a good pick in the draft, and then they will challenge the playoffs.

Curry was also very happy when he saw Lin Yue's news. Sure enough, without him, Davidson could still enter March Madness smoothly. As long as Lin Yue performed stably in March Madness, he might be ranked higher than himself.

[Congratulations, Lin, I am looking forward to meeting you more and more in the NBA, this day will not be long]

Curry spoke his mind.

[Yeah, when March Madness is over, I will start preparing for the draft]

【Have you thought about where to go? 】

Curry asked cautiously, rather than being an opponent, he still hopes to be able to return to his teammates in the NBA.

With the current ranking of the Thunder team, they have a good chance of getting a good pick. If Lin Yue is interested, the Thunder team will definitely be willing to choose, so that they have the opportunity to be teammates in the NBA.

[There are signs, but I can't say for sure. I have to wait until the end of March Madness to make a decision. I will discuss it with my manager at that time.]

【Lin, why do you have an agent】

[You have seen that girl, she has a good brain, I hired her as an agent]

【envious】

【…】

After finishing the chat with Curry, Lin Yue received a congratulatory message from Westbrook, which surprised him, and the other party already knew about it before he told him.

【How did you know】

Westbrook: [I've been following you, Lin, come to New York with me, it's hard to live alone]

When Westbrook posted it, he also had a crying expression, which seemed a bit sad.

Lin Yue also knew that Westbrook was not happy in New York. This boy who couldn't control his mouth vomited freely in front of the media.

The New York Knicks' record this season is not ideal either, with 23 wins and 45 losses, not much better than the Thunder. This record can't make it into the top eight in the Eastern Conference.

Westbrook can't adapt to D'Antoni's tactics at all. What D'Antoni needs is a lineup with shooting. D'Antoni, who advocates magic ball play, still defines basketball under the bombardment of the sun.

This has led to the fact that the New York Knicks now rank first in the league in three-point shots, but not in the number of hits and field goal percentage. This has reduced the team's offensive efficiency. With all teams strengthening the inside, the New York Knicks are looking for outside changes.

【This is not up to me to decide】

What Lin Yue said was the truth. In the draft, he was selected, not selected. It was not up to him to decide which team he would go to.

[Then I wish you a good pick first, I will go to practice three-pointers]

[Actually, it’s not necessary, play according to your favorite style of play, I don’t think you are the kind of defender who floats on the outside]

Lin Yue intends to persuade Westbrook who is lost on the way. He is much more physically fit than point guards in most leagues. Floating outside is a waste of physical talent.

If he can get to the basket and dunk his opponent, Curry also wants to try it. Three-pointers are fun, but dunks are even more desirable.

However, it was evening when Westbrook returned to him. It seems that he did practice three-pointers all afternoon.

Recently, while Lin Yue was preparing for the upcoming championship with his teammates, he went to Curry's house as a guest, and asked the old Curry how to shoot three-pointers.
"Lin Yue, I watched the video you sent. Since you can shoot three-pointers in the Olympics, you can actually do the same here." Dell Curry said seriously.

"But in international competitions, the three-pointer is closer, and here it is two points longer, which happens to be within my shooting range." Lin Yue said.

"Actually, for a shooter, mental state is also very important. You think, why you can make three-pointers over there is because you regard the three-point line as two points. This is a psychological advantage."

Lin Yue nodded, feeling that what Dell said made sense.

"The three-point line is just a regular division. If you think it is far away, it is far away, and if you think it is close, it is close. This is a very realistic thing. Now come with me to the yard." Dell took Lin Yue to the backyard after speaking.

"However, my three-pointer is not stable. Wouldn't it be a waste of offensive opportunities if I shot rashly?" Lin Yue asked, but Dell didn't answer, and handed the basketball to Lin Yue.

"Now you shoot a three-pointer and show me."

Lin Yue took a long shot and chose to shoot. The ball hit the front and popped out.

"This shot is too slow. If you are facing a point guard and not a small forward, it will not have much impact, but if not, the risk of the ball being blocked is very high." Dell analyzed.

"Also, Lin Yue, you can practice more. Three-pointers can be piled up with training. Although your shooting point is not high, but your wingspan is enough, and you can jump high. With more training, three-pointers have a chance to become your scoring method."

After speaking, Dell showed Lin Yue the ball. First, he made a shot near the three-point line, and the basketball hit the net.

Then he scored a goal and took a step back. He scored five goals in a row, but they were all hollow, but Lin Yue was stunned.

Until the sixth ball came out of the frame, Dell shook his head. As he got older, his skills also declined.

"Actually, the three-point line is just the line for the field, not the line in your mind. For example, if I just missed a shot here, then this is my three-point line position. The front can be regarded as two points long."

"Just like when you were in the Olympics, give up the concept of the three-point line, expand your shooting distance, follow your heart, and don't be affected by the three-point line."

Dell's words were like enlightenment. Lin Yue now is different from Curry back then. It is not realistic to correct his shooting. He can only start from things that can be changed.

In Dell's view, it's not that Lin Yue can't vote, but he doesn't dare to vote.

He was afraid that his low shooting rate would waste his chances and reduce his efficiency, but the more he didn't shoot, the harder it was to make one.

This is a vicious circle. The change Lin Yue needs to make is not the posture of his hand, but starting from the heart and following the heart.

Forget the position of the three-point line in order to practice three-pointers.

You can never be limited by the established lines drawn by others, otherwise you will not be able to grow, whether it is on the court or in life.

(End of this chapter)