Super Evolution of Basketball

Chapter 281 Start with 98K!

At the end of the first quarter, the two sides tied for 25.

Popovich was dissatisfied with the team's performance, very dissatisfied.

He stood on the sidelines with his shoulders crossed and sulked at first, then walked up to Duncan and asked, "Are you okay, Tim?"

Duncan stared at the big eyes and replied blankly: "No problem."

Popovich raised his eyelids and glanced at Duncan. From the fine beads of sweat on his forehead, he could deduce that Duncan was not without problems, but very problematic.

The Spurs played the Grizzlies away in Memphis last night. Old Duncan had already been rubbed by the big black bear Zach Randolph, and his physical strength had not recovered.

Today, it is difficult to imagine how difficult it is to concentrate on defending a young niche like Downs who is full of offensive talent.

However, Popovich and Tim Duncan have known each other for more than 200 years. They know each other too well. Since Duncan said that there is no problem, it means that he can still persist and does not want to give up.

Popovich glanced at the end of the bench, and Kawhi Leonard sat there quietly, with the same expression as Duncan, staring at the floor in front of his feet with wide eyes.

If it weren't for the No. 2 Spurs jersey, you'd almost think of him as a country kid visiting the big city for the first time.

Ginobili didn't fly to Los Angeles, and Tony Parker didn't have a partner who played tricks, teasing "Sledgehammer" Kyle Anderson boringly.

Lakers bench.

Coach Scott's voice was loud, and he poured chicken soup for the soul of his players.

Old players like Kobe and Channing Frye have developed immunity, and young players like Towns and Whiteside are well fed anyway.

Scott: "Are we confident?"

Towns, Whiteside: "Yes!"

The fans in the back row of the bench were also excited.

"Dance, come on!"

"Whiteside, come on!"

"Kill the Spurs, we are kings!"

Yuan Qingshan covered his eyes and ears with a towel, he really had no eyes to see, no ears to hear, he was too secondary.

"Look at our starting insider, it seems to be on stimulants." Frye said to Kobe beside him.

Kobe smiled: "Yeah, it's nice to be young!"

beep!The buzzer sounds and the second quarter begins.

With Tony Parker still out, Mills burst into the field first, flexing his wrists and ankles.

As his self-confidence rose little by little, his feeling gradually improved, as if Yuan Qingshan wasn't that difficult to deal with.

Reggie Miller stretched his waist: "Except for Tony Parker, both sides were starters in the second quarter."

Van Gundy: "Yes, after all, there was no winner in the first quarter."

Reggie Miller: "This is not good for the Lakers. The depth of their bench is too poor."

Van Gundy shook his head: "Not necessarily. Don't forget that the Spurs just arrived in Los Angeles from Memphis in the early hours of this morning. The last game against the Grizzlies was just a narrow victory. I missed that game and couldn't see it with my own eyes. But I heard that Randolph and Tony Allen are in good condition, and they tortured Duncan and Leonard enough."

Reggie Miller nodded: "According to what you said, it's almost evenly matched. It depends on who can explode first. Coach, who do you think will stand up and play the dark horse tonight?"

Van Gundy said without hesitation: "Yuan Qingshan!"

Reggie Miller was curious: "Why do you have so much confidence in him?"

Van Gundy paused for a moment, organized, and said: "I have been paying attention to Yuan Qingshan since he was still playing in the NCAA. He always surprises me."

"Two months ago, could you imagine that his three-point shooting percentage would reach 43%. This is based on the premise of hitting three three-pointers per game. As far as I know, this data is second only to Curry, and it is infinitely close to Klay Thompson."

When Reggie Miller heard this set of data for the first time, he asked in surprise: "Are you serious? It took him a month to practice three-pointers to this level?"

Van Gundy nodded vigorously: "Reggie, as a historical-level shooter, you have the most say. Do you think this is a miracle?"

For three-pointers, Reggie Miller does have the most say. He made a total of 2560 three-pointers in his career, ranking second in NBA history. Ray Allen ranked first with 2973.

Reggie Miller nodded, feeling a little respect for this rookie in his heart. Without hard training, no matter how talented he is, he would not be able to reach this level.

Van Gundy continued: "So I really don't know what kind of surprise Yuan Qingshan will bring me. You have played Ubisoft's RPG game, Yuan Qingshan is like a protagonist with no upper limit, always evolving."

At this time, Yuan Qingshan was dribbling the ball with his left and right hands far away, trying to pass Mills. If he was near the commentary booth and heard Van Gundy's emotional words, he might break out in a cold sweat.

Van Gundy looked at Yuan Qingshan's back, and thought that if any team asked him to come out as the head coach, the only condition he wanted to propose was that Yuan Qingshan must be replaced at all costs.

Just like the advice he gave to Lakers general manager Kupchak in the summer of 2015: Don't hesitate to pick Yuan Qingshan!

Yuan Qingshan used "three-stage acceleration" to pass Mills. This time Leonard was led far away by Kobe, and it was too late to make up the defense. Yuan Qingshan made two steps inside the free throw line in one step.

Duncan wanted to come over to make up for it, but was blocked by Whiteside on the side of the penalty area. Yuan Qingshan seized the momentary opportunity to throw a mid-range shot.

hit.

"Good shot!" Scott clapped his hands excitedly.

This is not just a two-pointer. Yuan Qingshan can easily eat Mills alone, which proves that there is a problem with Leonard and Danny Green's defense.

In this way, Yuan Qingshan can get more points before Popovich responds, otherwise it will be more difficult to get points after the substitute lineup comes on the stage.

The Lakers want to race against time, however, Popovich is not in a hurry to change.

Yuan Qingshan was prepared for the explosion at this point before, and now even if Tony Parker is put on the field, it can't stop Yuan Qingshan from scoring.

There is no No. [-] position in the Spurs that can stop Yuan Qingshan. The only thing that can stop him is the swingman gate composed of Leonard and Danny Green.

But the actual situation is that Leonard has to defend Kobe, and Danny Green has to defend Nick Young. Otherwise, if they are thrown away by these two, the Spurs will also die ugly.

Therefore, Popovich believes that at present, he can only wait until Kobe and Nick Young are off the court, and the threat on the front and back will naturally be relieved. Kobe is injured, and Nick Young has always had physical problems. It is impossible for the two of them not to rest.

Popovich glanced at the Lakers. Except for Channing Frye and Artest, two veterans on the bench, the others couldn't even call Ben by name. As long as the second lineups of the two sides match up, he is absolutely confident to play out the advantage.

On the field.

Yuan Qingshan tentatively shot another three-pointer. Leonard and Danny Green were brought directly to the bottom corner. There was no way to help defend. Poor Mills could only watch Yuan Qingshan make the ball.

"I said Danny, looking at you like a ghost, it seems that you are in a hurry? You just let me go and guard against Yuan Qingshan. He is worthy of your attack." Nick Yang teased Danny Green.

Danny Green is one of the Spurs' rare broken mouths, and said with his eyes sideways: "Don't dream, you are not going to return my vinyl record signed by Elvis Presley, are you? Let me tell you, I hate you to death now, and I'm going to fight you."

Nick Yang twisted his mouth: "Tch! Wait for the loss, our 98K is already set up."

Danny Green was anxious. He knew that the 98K sniper rifle Nick Yang was talking about was referring to Yuan Qingshan.

The Lakers have picked up a treasure, starting with 98K, who can stand it?

Duncan and Aldridge whispered a few words and exchanged opinions, but they were still at a loss. They couldn't defend the three-point line, so wouldn't the Lakers' inside twin towers be liberated?

Speaking of the Lakers, the entire league knows that their bench is weak, but few people mention: their starting lineup is very strong.

Duncan knows tonight, Whiteside, Towns, Nick Young, Kobe, Yuan Qingshan, this set of starters is enough to make the Lakers among the top teams.

(End of this chapter)