Super Evolution of Basketball

Chapter 362 Coach, let's slaughter the Lakers!
The match between Murray and Westbrook is still a little tender from any angle.

Westbrook scored another 10 points in the second quarter, and had already scored 28 points in the first half. Every time he scored a goal, he could arouse cheers from the scene.

Yuan Qingshan cameo to the second position. Facing Robertson's defense, he almost always created opportunities for his teammates. Murray and Downs were the key targets.

Towns scored a few goals. After Ibaka was traded away, Kanter mentioned starting. Adams fell to the fourth position. Towns has more experience with him and has always had the upper hand in the matchups last season.

Facing Westbrook, Murray is in a state where his physical talent is being crushed. Don't expect a breakthrough. Many outside shots are barely shot.

In the commentary seat, O'Neill shook his head again and again: "Didn't Murray perform very well last month? Tonight is a bit out of order."

Old partner Barkley: "You don't even look at who he is playing against. I really don't understand why Wharton sent sheep to wolves."

Mark Jackson added on the side: "Murray can't be a sheep forever. The Lakers need someone to stand up to relieve the pressure on Yuan Qingshan and Towns."

Whiteside and Barnes' defensive attributes are greater than their offensive attributes. Walton asked them to rest assured to do a good job of defense first, and lock the opposite arrow for the team.

Especially for Barnes, Wharton decided to train him in the 3D direction after discussing with the magician.

Other strong teams basically have multiple cores that integrate offense and defense, so when Yuan Qingshan and Downs are under the spotlight, there must be another person to carry the banner.

Murray in the starting lineup and Brogdon in the bench lineup shoulder this task, and the team needs them to accelerate their growth.

At the end of the first half, the Thunder led by 18 points. The fans were very excited. They all said that the Lakers this season are not easy to mess with, but that's all.

The best rookie, Yuan Qingshan, was defended by Robertson and only knew how to pass the ball. The number of shots was pitifully small, and his score at the end of the first half was still in single digits.

There is also the No. 7 pick, who was completely fooled by Westbrook. Compared with Ingram, it is simply a world of difference.

It seems that in this rookie class, only Ben Simmons can compete with our little Durant.

The above comes from the confidence of a certain Thunder fan.

"Coach, slaughter the Lakers!"

As the players exited the field, Donovan heard fans standing at the entrance of the tunnel shouting at him.

Donovan smiled back.

Fans don't understand. As the head coach, he can't lose sight of the situation. In this game, the Lakers are trying out the lineup. Just like Westbrook complained in the first quarter, Yuan Qingshan regarded him as a rookie's training partner.

After the formation of the league with one superpower and many strong teams, the atmosphere among the teams has undergone subtle changes. The management not only considers the record, but also thinks about how to best benefit themselves.

Taking the West as an example, in fact, no matter how you play, it is difficult to surpass the record of the Warriors, so there is no need to fight for the first place, as long as you keep the home court advantage in the upper half.

As for the second to fourth, where the final ranking is, this is very particular.

The ideal state is to determine your own position based on the final rankings of other strong teams, so that you can avoid those opponents you don't want to meet, and try to preserve your strength in the playoffs.

Walton said a few words at halftime, and then gave Murray one-on-one counseling, talking about how to attack and how to defend when facing Westbrook.

Downs approached Yuan Qingshan and asked in a low voice, "Don't we need to win this game?"

Yuan Qingshan said: "Tomorrow is back-to-back against the Grizzlies. I think it's better for us to save our physical strength for more certain games."

Downs nodded thoughtfully: "Oh, but I still want to beat Adams."

Yuan Qingshan praised: "Good job, but don't get hurt."

Back in the third quarter, Murray had the ball at point guard.

With the experience of the first half, he can now be more or less stable, try to pass the half as smoothly as possible, and then give the ball to the teammate who has the opportunity as soon as possible.

Yuan Qingshan received a pass from Murray and hit a three-pointer. After the goal, Murray immediately ran over to celebrate with Yuan Qingshan. He was happier than he scored the goal himself.

The Lakers' shrinking style of play couldn't withstand the Thunder's offense, or Westbrook's indiscriminate bombing.

At the end of the third quarter, Westbrook scored 40 and scored a triple-double early.

Donovan asked him if he wanted to rest. Westbrook played comfortably, and he had to play in the fourth quarter to reap the game himself.

O'Neill judged that Westbrook will definitely go for the MVP this season. He wants to tell the world that the Thunder is the strongest, and Durant's departure is the most stupid behavior.

At the end of the game, the Lakers lost by 15 points. Yuan Qingshan scored 14 points, 8 assists and 4 rebounds. These statistics are ugly for Yuan Qingshan, but anyone who has watched the game knows that the Lakers want to train Murray in this game.

穆雷上场38分钟，拿到15分8助攻2篮板，可是有6个失误，被威少抢走4个球。

On the way to Memphis, Yuan Qingshan picked up the microphone and praised the performance of his teammates, especially Murray.

Murray felt ashamed and shook his head again and again. Yuan Qingshan gave Wharton a wink. Wharton called Murray to his side, first affirmed his performance, and then led him to replay from memory on the plane.

the next day.

Memphis FedEx Arena, waiting for the Lakers is Thomas Jr. and Gasol Jr.

Thomas Jr. only complained about the Celtics in the offseason, and he forgot about it from the day he arrived in Memphis.

Memphis is a small club. For many years, there has been no player with a sharp offense who can excite the fans. The arrival of Thomas Jr. has completely rescued Memphis from the dull and lengthy atmosphere.

As for the record, it doesn't matter, as long as the data of the head star looks good.

Wharton still placed Murray in the No. [-] position in this game, and Murray woke up like a dream. It turned out that the last game was preparing for this game.

The opponents in two consecutive games were Westbrook and Thomas Jr., two well-known guards in the league with very different styles. Murray knew that the coaching staff wanted to get exercise as soon as possible.

Murray's heart knot was opened, but the other party, Thomas Jr., was a little confused.

Why did the Lakers change suddenly?Yuan Qingshan, their perimeter strong point, even took the initiative to move to the second position to face the defensive master Tony Allen.

what the hell?

"Is Yuan Qingshan afraid of being beaten by me?" Thomas Jr. asked Gasol Jr. during the warm-up.

Little Gasol:? ? ?
Little Thomas: "Mark, what's your expression? Don't you think I can't beat a second-year rookie with my attack power?"

Little Gasol has a rather dull personality and speaks late, so he hastily explained: "I think it's good for them to take the initiative to change, otherwise I'm worried that you will be blown up by Yuan Qingshan as the media predicted."

Little Thomas was surprised, looked up and said, "Brother, your EQ is a bit high."

Gasol Jr. did not argue, and moved his ankles to compete with Whiteside.

"Mark, I'm on the left. Give me the ball quickly. I want to score a 3-pointer and show the Lakers some color." Thomas Jr. yelled in his own half.

Little Gasol didn't care to listen to his nagging, bent his knees, and waited intently for the basketball to be thrown into the air.

It's the same with Whiteside. They all belong to the kind of doers who don't talk too well and only know how to do their jobs on the court.

Whoosh, the basketball was thrown high.

Whiteside and Gasol Jr. jumped at the same time.

"Here, here, I'm here!" Thomas Jr. shouted eagerly from the backcourt of the Grizzlies.

Little Gasol's face was flushed. From a physical point of view, he couldn't win the ball.

On the other side, Yuan Qingshan and Murray activated successively.

Whiteside pointed the ball, Yuan Qingshan received it, and Murray continued to run forward without looking back.

Yuan Qingshan dribbled twice, aimed at a good position, and threw the ball vigorously.

Murray had already run to the basket at this time, turned around to catch the ball, and then jumped high, ready to give the Grizzlies a dunk first.

however.

Huh, first there was a gust of wind.

Pa, followed by a crisp sound, and the basketball was fanned far away.

Plop, Murray lost his balance and fell to the ground.

"You think too easily, kid!" A rough voice sounded above Murray's head.

Murray raised his head in astonishment. Although the facial features could not be seen clearly against the light, the number on his chest could be clearly identified.

Grizzlies No. 9 is Tony Allen!
(End of this chapter)