Super Evolution of Basketball

Chapter 178 Tactical Initiation
Can Yuan Qingshan do it?

This is the question mark in Coach Scott's mind. He arranged Yuan Qingshan to defend Wall, Westbrook and Irving in previous games.

Although Yuan Qingshan failed to limit these star players in terms of personal data, it limited their connection to the team to a certain extent. From this point of view, he performed very well.

However, tonight is facing James Harden, can it work?

The same superstar, Harden and Westbrook have very different styles, and the method of dealing with Westbrook may not be useful for Harden.

Just in Scott's thoughts, the Rockets still handed over the second offensive right to Harden.

The beard swayed, and under Kobe's defense, it was another three-pointer, took a step back, and made a hit!

The fans at the scene didn't boo so much this time, but the face of the entire Lakers team was even uglier, especially Coach Scott, who had an extremely ugly expression.

The Rockets' tactical intentions are already very clear. McHale is determined to open up the outside line first, and he must use his sharpest spear to destroy the strongest shield on the outside line of the Lakers.

The Rockets want to take the limelight of the Lakers to sacrifice the flag and sweep away the haze that permeated the team last season.

Harden's relentless three-pointer made Kobe's defensive pressure suddenly increase, but the black mamba didn't even frown, and his dark pupils suddenly tightened.

Coach Scott's problems are now clearer and more urgent, and McHale is forcing him to make changes, or Kobe will burn out on the defensive end.

"Coach Scott, the opponent has concentrated the firing power in Harden's hands, and the target is Kobe. Kobe's physical fitness may become a problem."

A Lakers defensive coach told Scott about the problem anxiously.

"Wait a minute and see how Harden's hands feel tonight." Coach Scott frowned.

He wants to bet on Harden's touch. If it is not ideal, the Rockets' plan will be defeated.

The defensive coach sat back helplessly. It was true that he was too anxious and only took the second ball in the opening game. It would be too early to change the lineup now, and it would disrupt the entire rotation of the team.

The Lakers sent the ball from the baseline, and Yuan Qingshan habitually looked for Kobe again, and found that he had led Ariza to the front flank.

After serving the ball, Towns strode to settle down. In the Lakers half, only Yuan Qingshan and Beverly were left.

"Hey, look at your sickly look, can you really bring the ball across the front court? Just leave it to me here, let me blow you up, maybe we can be friends off the court..." Beverly, the trash dog, started his language offensive again.

Yuan Qingshan had black lines on his face, what was this guy talking about?

He spread his arms to protect the ball and pushed it to the frontcourt, took a glance, and threw the ball directly to Towns.

Yuan Qingshan thought to himself, the ball is no longer in his hands, so it should be quiet this time, right?
Unfortunately, things are not that simple.

"You're scared, you're scared, right? Don't dare to confront me. You don't have the courage to fight head-to-head. Don't be a starter for the Lakers. Come to the Rockets. Our mascot, Mr. Finley, is going to retire recently. I can give you a try..."

Mr. Beverly still clung to Yuan Qingshan's body and talked endlessly.

Yuan Qingshan felt that these boring words and the sweat of the garbage dog were wrapping himself stickily, a little suffocating.

"You're not finished, are you?" Yuan Qingshan couldn't take it anymore, stopped and yelled at Beverly.

Beverly puffed up his chest: "Why, am I right? Do you want to fight? Come if you want to fight. Now, hurry up!"

This person is really annoying. If he was not on the court now, Yuan Qingshan would definitely beat him up with the Jeet Kune Do taught by the system.

"You two, do you want to take a technical foul?" The referee warned impatiently not far away.

"Concentrate, pretend he doesn't exist!" Yuan Qingshan was sulking, when a familiar voice sounded behind his ear, it was Kobe who spoke, and he ran behind Yuan Qingshan at some point.

huh... huh...

Yuan Qingshan tried to calm himself down by taking a deep breath.

"Calm down. If you want to play well in the NBA, you only need your body and skills. The ability to withstand pressure is also very important. What's more, the guy on the opposite side didn't even say dirty words. This level is far from being called pressure." Kidd's voice sounded.

Yuan Qingshan agreed with Kidd's words and nodded seriously.

Seeing Yuan Qingshan nodding, Beverly asked in surprise: "Are you nodding? Do you really think we need to fight now? On the court? How about just on the Lakers logo, so that it is more convenient for the camera on the roof to record your expression when you are beaten by me."

Yuan Qingshan: ...

Downs immediately turned around after receiving the ball, and when he looked up, he found Howard standing in front of him.

Towns: What's going on, he switched back again, is this guy a center forward or a power forward?
Howard arched slightly, arms outstretched upward, in a defensive stance.

This is the first time Towns has faced Howard in a game.

He vividly remembers Howard's stunning dunk as he donned the Superman cape in the 2008 Slam Dunk Contest.

Towns was only 13 years old that year, and he was almost regarded as an idol.

Now, I finally meet my idol face to face in this ideal place.

"Hello, champion, have you seen the technical platform, I will fly your fan there!" Howard said, shaking his head.

Downs looked at his expression and felt a little bit embarrassed. This seemed to be no longer the happy superman who covered his mouth and smiled at the camera after dunking. Time had carved wrinkles on his face and taken away the innocent smile of the year.

"Come and try it out, champion!" Howard hooked his fingers.

After Towns changed to two-handed, Howard stood up, ready to intercept his pass or directly block him.

The direct confrontation with Howard made Towns's head a little messy. He kept thinking of the game videos and teaching videos he often watched when he was a child.

The Lakers need to hold their ground and hit a success rate.

So Downs passed the ball back to Yuan Qingshan.

Yuan Qingshan also began to receive Beverly's nagging while receiving the ball.

He turned his head and glanced at Coach Scott helplessly, and Scott hurriedly raised his arm and made a gesture.

He ordered Yuan Qingshan to attack by himself!

Nick Young ran towards the top of the arc, and Whiteside turned around and raised to a high position, echoing Downs.

Tactics start!

Yuan Qingshan first used Nick Young's pick-and-roll to replace the defender from Beverly to Harden.

What's going on? Harden had a question mark on his face. Is this Asian rookie going to single him?
Harden stared wide-eyed. In his imposing "marking", Yuan Qingshan ran to the elbow and had another high pick-and-roll with Whiteside. The Rockets were forced to switch defenses for the second time. Yuan Qingshan's defender became Capela.

The tactical core ran, and then Beverly was taken to the bottom corner by Nick Young, and Harden was squeezed by Whiteside.

In the high position in the frontcourt, Yuan Qingshan faced Capela, ready to fight big.

(End of this chapter)