I really can't handle the ball

Chapter 6

During the half-time break, the two commentators on the spot commentary booth talked freely, analyzing the situation of the first half of the game for the fans on the spot and the audience in front of the TV.

"Thank you Marquette and Illinois for a fantastic first half."

"Partner, what do you think of the first half of the game between the two sides?"

Another commentator looked at the paper materials on the table, thought for a while, and responded: "University of Illinois took the initiative on the court for most of the first half, but at the last minute it gave the Ma Quite University opportunity, let them catch up, morale must be hit."

"How should the two teams adjust in the second half?"

"I think the University of Illinois should first solve the morale problem, and the second is to adjust the offensive tactics and let Deron Williams revitalize the team; and Marquette University has nothing to adjust, as long as they maintain the fiery late in the first half. State, the outcome of this game will be difficult to predict."

"The analysis is very thorough. Ever since Marquette University called a magical timeout and sent their 'secret weapon' player No. 13 on the field, it instantly reversed the situation on the court. What do you think of this player's performance?"

The commentator, who was slapped in the face by Li Xuan continuously, felt depressed. Obviously, this question was raised by his partner on purpose, just to see him look deflated.

He thought about it, and it was really hard to answer this question.

If all the good things were said, those who didn’t know would think that he had given up. Besides, he would definitely feel uncomfortable being slapped in the face on the spot, and he is also a well-known commentator, how could he please a little-known player.

But the performance of that No. 13 is obvious to all, there is no way to blatantly black, otherwise the fans will frantically greet his family, and his social accounts will also be blasted.

The commentator can only comment objectively: "Player No. 13 performed really well. He is a player born for big scenes. If he handles the ball more reasonably, he will become an extremely good player."

Seeing that his partner got away with fooling around, the other commentator did not embarrass him again. He looked at the field and said, "The second half of the game is about to start, we will wait and see!"

The 15-minute intermission was over quickly.

The fans at the scene and the audience in front of the TV refocused their attention on the competition field.

The referee blows his whistle to signal the players on both sides to return to the field and continue the game.

At the beginning of the second half, Marquette University took the lead and scored 2 points.

With the help of Johnson's off-ball screen, Li Xuan got rid of Deron's defense, ran to the right three-second zone to receive a pass from Wade, made an emergency stop and hit a mid-range jumper.

44: 42!

Marquette University completed the first overtake of this game!
In the next round of offense and defense, after Marquette University defended the University of Illinois' position, Li Xuan was lucky to pick up a backcourt rebound, passed the ball directly to Wade, and accelerated to the frontcourt.

He knows his real level of ball control, even with the experience card, the ball control skills are very poor.

After receiving the ball, Wade used his speed advantage to get rid of the defender, rushed into the three-point line, and went straight to the basket.

The players from the University of Illinois retreated quickly to the inside, reducing Wade's breakthrough space.

Seeing that the opportunity was not good, Wade did not force a layup. He caught a glimpse of a figure out of the corner of his eye, and then jumped up and smashed the ball to the right corner.

Li Xuan, who had just ran to the bottom corner to ambush, received the ball without any hesitation, and made a decisive three-point shot.

Deron, who retracted the inside line, hurriedly ran to the bottom corner to return to the defense. Seeing that it was too late, he could only rush forward to try to interfere.

Due to Li Xuan's height and long arms, and his quick shot speed, Delong's efforts to interfere are doomed to be fruitless.

The basketball draws a perfect arc in the air.

With a swish, the hollow enters the net!

47: 42!

Seeing Marquette University score consecutively, the University of Illinois players gradually fell into anxiety.

The head coach of the University of Illinois, Webb, shouted loudly: "Deron, control the rhythm, don't panic, play tactical cooperation!"

Delong dribbled the ball to the top of the arc, looked at Li Xuan who was focused on defense, gritted his teeth, made tactical gestures, and called his teammates to step forward to play pick-and-roll cooperation.

With the help of Cook's screen, Deron broke through to the free throw line and took off to shoot.

But out of the corner of his eye, he caught a glimpse of Li Xuan, who was chasing him, flying up from the side. Worried about being blocked, he could only hastily change his move and pass the basketball that was about to be shot.

This change caused Augustin, who was about to grab the rebound, to catch the ball in a hurry and let it go, causing a mistake.

Inside Anderson grabs the ball, passes it out immediately, and runs upfield.

After Wade received the ball, he quickly dribbled forward. Seeing that the University of Illinois players retreated too fast to make a fast break, he slowed down to observe the position of his teammates, passed the ball directly, and then ran to the inside.

Later, Li Xuan, who was plugged in, received the basketball and was a little confused. He is now two or three steps away from the three-point line. Is this going to let him organize the offense?

Seeing that his teammates consciously opened up space and created opportunities for him to single-play Deron, he already understood what his teammates meant, and he could only play the ball by himself.

With the level of his ball control, he will definitely not be able to break through Deron, and he might be robbed.

Li Xuan patted the ball on the spot, observed the situation on the court, saw that Delong was standing inside the three-point line and did not intend to step forward to defend himself, and thought about how to end the attack.

When everyone thought that Li Xuan was going to break through Delong in singles, they didn't expect him to rise directly from the ground and shoot a three-pointer.

This change made Deron unexpected, and he stood there blankly, watching the basketball flying in the air.

The two commentators in the commentary booth did not take the lead in expressing their opinions on this attack. They were worried that they would be slapped in the face and wanted to analyze it afterward.

The basketball flying in the air is like an intercontinental missile, and it enters the basket accurately!

50: 42!

Deafening cheers and warm applause erupted instantly from the auditorium.

The Marquette bench was also in joy, waving towels in celebration of the goal.

Everyone was amazed, only the players from the University of Illinois showed bitterness and their morale was hit.

In the second half, they were hit by an 8:0 attack wave, and no one could accept this fact.

Fortunately, in the next round, the University of Illinois broke the scoring drought.

Their center Cook strongly hit the inside and caused a foul. He made two free throws and struggled to recover two points.

Although the game only started for a few minutes in the second half, the insiders in the audience who knew the ball had already predicted the result of the game in advance.

It can be seen from the situation on the court that Marquette University's offense is smooth, while the University of Illinois' offense is obviously paralyzed, and the possibility of them winning this game has become very slim.

Offensive and defensive transition, Marquette University offense.

Wade dribbled the ball across the halfcourt without rushing, and then suddenly speeded up!
A large crossover swayed Hyde away, and then rushed directly to the inside line, and at the same time swept his eyes to the left and right, as if he was observing his teammates' running positions.

However, it was such a subtle movement that made the University of Illinois inside defender unconsciously look at Li Xuan who was standing in the bottom corner, completely forgetting to step forward to intercept Wade holding the ball and breaking through.

Seeing this situation, Wade naturally would not miss such a good opportunity, directly took a big step, soared into the air, and dunked the ball into the basket with one hand.

The Marquette Golden Eagles fan area suddenly burst into warm applause and cheers, applauding this wonderful dunk!

Seeing this situation, University of Illinois head coach Webb immediately requested a timeout and recalled the players back to the bench to adjust.

(End of this chapter)