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Chapter 247 Two Rookies
The Lakers' two rookies, Devin Ebanks and Derek Carrackett, are both fast small forwards. If they can be successfully integrated into the Lakers' lineup, the Lakers can have a set of fast counterattacks line-up.Pekovic, Wu Di, Sun Yue, Kobe, Vujacic, and Farmar are the main force for the Lakers to launch fast breaks. If these two rookies can be integrated into the lineup, the Lakers' ability to launch fast breaks will be improved.

Wu Di got acquainted with the two rookies for a while, and both of them felt very nervous facing such a famous star like Wu Di.Although they were successfully selected, the NBA's second-round picks were not so good. They couldn't get a guaranteed contract at all. If the Lakers couldn't sign anyone anymore, they might not even get a contract.

They often watch the NBA and know some things about Wu Di, whether it is Wu Di's temper or Wu Di's scandal, which makes them envious.They looked at Wu Di with admiration and listened to Wu Di talking.

"Guys, let's get started!" Wu Di held a basketball. "If you want to stay in the Lakers, you must do the following. First, you must practice defense well, at least defend the fourth position. With the league The style of play is becoming more and more offensive, and the height of the fourth position is constantly decreasing. If you can't even defend the short fourth position well, you will not have a foothold in the NBA, let alone the Lakers. land."

"Second, you must at least have a good offensive method, whether it is hitting the basket or shooting from a fixed point, at least you must ensure that when someone passes the ball to you, you can ensure that you score."

"Third, you need to learn to help the perimeter get rid of defensive players. This is very simple, and the people you want to help are also very clear. Kobe, Fisher, Vujacic, they all have three-point shooting ability, when we need them to shoot , we must ensure that they are vacant.”

"We're going to do the same thing. First, you have to understand each perimeter's abilities. Now I'm going to attack, and you take turns to defend me. Devin, you go first!"

Wu Di called Devin Ebanks over, and then began to single out him according to the playing style of the NBA's small four, but Devin Ebanks couldn't defend Wu Di at all.

After several times in a row, Wu Di stopped and replaced Derek Carracter, but he was worse than Devon.

Both of them were abused by Wu Di, and Wu Di told them how to defend. The small fourth position has many similarities with the third position, but their shooting range is shorter, so they can’t always take off, but to ensure Speed ​​and power, don't get thrown by them, don't let them near the basket.

In the next half month, Wu Di trained two rookies every year. They made some progress, but they were obviously still a lot worse if they wanted to serve as Gasol's substitute.

On October 10, the Lakers ushered in their first preseason game.Zen Master wanted to see how the two rookies performed, so he didn't let Gasol play too much time. Both Devin and Derek played 5 minutes, but the level of the two was obviously not enough. The Lakers lost to the Timberwolves by 20 points.

El Jefferson went to the Jazz this season, and the Timberwolves are now Kevin Love. His assistants are Michael Beasley, Luc Ridnor, Anthony Randolph, Martell Webster, Lee Johnson, Darko Mirisic, Corey Brewer and others.

Devin and Derek became vulnerable under Kevin Love's strong attack. They were not strong enough to resist Kevin Love, and Kevin Love was still a very long-range inside line, and his range was always covered. to the three-point line.

The defense that Devin and Derek just learned had no effect on Kevin Love. They allowed Kevin Love to score 42 points.

The Big Three haven't played for long in this game. They don't need to rely on the preseason to prove themselves. Now they can not play if they can't play. Zen Master will let them preserve their strength this season and try to avoid injuries.

On October 10, the Lakers flew to Spain to play against Barcelona.

This is an international exhibition game, the Lakers did not show much strength, they need to save face for Barcelona, ​​or save face for Gasol, because this is Gasol's country.

Despite saving face, the Lakers still beat Barcelona by 2 points.The performance of the two rookies is not bad this time. Their powerful players have a greater advantage over European players.Because it is the NBA preseason game, the rules are more inclined to the NBA, because the rules of European basketball are too primitive, so it is difficult for NBA players to adapt.

In any case, an exhibition game is an exhibition game, and the two sides played very well. It was not until the end that the Lakers won by relying on Kobe's lore three-pointer.

Stayed in Barcelona for two days, participated in some activities, and the Lakers flew back from Spain.In Spain, Wu Di experienced the enthusiasm of Spanish girls. Although Gasol is not a person who goes out to fool around, he knows where the place is.

On October 10, the Lakers played against the Kings.Zen Master no longer has much hope for the two rookies, and began to play according to the regular season.He needs the team to enter the rhythm of the regular season as soon as possible, otherwise it will affect this year's record.The Lakers have won the championship for two years, but this year is the most critical year, and Zen Master dare not be careless.

The king's main players this year are Marcus Thornton and Tyreke Evans, as well as the new year's rookie Cousins.The two rookies were once again abused against Cousins, but fortunately they had more playing time.After Cousins ​​joined the Kings, he became an instant combat force. His strong physical fitness allowed him to face off against many fours. When facing Gasol, he was also able to carry it for a while.

However, Cousins ​​and Evans still looked immature. Although he was very strong against the Big Three of the Lakers, he still lost the game.

After defeating the Kings, the Lakers once again defeated the Nuggets.

Then they played the Jazz back to back. The Jazz left Boozer this year, but they ushered in Al Jefferson again, and their strength did not decline but increased.The Lakers lost back to back to the Jazz. Al Jefferson played a big role when he first arrived in the Jazz, but he is used to being the boss and needs to attack with the ball. If he can't change this habit, he won't be in the Jazz. Had a great time.

On the 20th, the Lakers once again lost against the Jazz. On the 22nd and 23rd, the Lakers were beaten behind the Warriors, and they all won.In this preseason, the Lakers ended the preseason with 5 wins and 3 losses.

On the 27th, the Lakers started the first game of the regular season. They will play against the Rockets at home, and Wu Di will meet Dayao again.

(End of this chapter)