basketball kingdom

Chapter 533 Pressure
When Xu Tian sat on the plane back to Los Angeles, he was still thinking about the offensive choice near the end of the game.If he hadn't left time, the Lakers would have won in the end, but the game has already been concluded, and it doesn't make sense to think about it.

The Lakers experienced a 0-2 deficit in the Western Conference semifinals, which caused the fans to remain optimistic and optimistic about the team's prospects.But there are also a few fans who sounded the alarm, saying that the Warriors are stronger than the Spurs and cannot be generalized.

When the Lakers plane landed in Los Angeles, Xu Tian saw the fans who came to pick him up through the window of the plane.They still maintain hope, and the signs they hold in their hands also have slogans such as believing in the team.

Xu Tian was a little moved suddenly, but his expression didn't change. He waved and interacted with the fans who came to pick him up.

Bryant didn't feel too good about the loss, didn't respond to the fans, and walked straight into the bus.He believes that only winners can afford such treatment, and the Lakers are 0-2 behind and basically have no such qualifications.

Xu Tian walked into the bus and sat on the seat to observe the reactions of his teammates. He found that the expressions of each teammate were different.This made him feel the difference in character.

The bus was filled with people quickly, and the driver confirmed that all the players and coaching staff members had boarded the bus, started the car, and took the players to the Toyota training hall.This is the consensus of the entire Lakers team. After returning to Los Angeles, they immediately started training.

Xu Tian forgot the pain of losing, first entered the weight room, and started the regular devil training.He knows that it is wrong to say anything when losing, and only by helping the team win can all negative emotions be eliminated.

The atmosphere in the Warriors team is very relaxed. They originally thought that the series would be difficult to play, but they did not expect to take a 2-0 lead, which caused a little swelling in their hearts, and they unconsciously looked down on the strength of the Lakers.

The major sports media analyzed the last game from different angles, looking for news about the Lakers’ poor performance or the way the Warriors used it to win, etc., which were continuously posted on the Internet for fans to have a deeper understanding last game.

The Staples Center began to decorate the home court very early, and a huge promotional poster was hung at the main entrance, allowing fans to enter the atmosphere of this group of matches in advance.

The attention of the domestic media is also focused on the West, looking for information related to this group of matchups, so that fans full of curiosity and anticipation can keep paying attention to this round of the series.

The hot weather in Los Angeles made the fans full of restlessness for the third game. They didn't know whether they could win against the mighty Warriors.

Xu Tian didn't worry too much, he insisted on his training plan every day, and at the same time took regular maintenance to keep his body in the best condition.This kind of dedication makes him always full of confidence.

Alice knew that Xu Tian had been concentrating on the game recently, and she didn't put an extra burden on him, and didn't bother him to watch the video.

The series between the Cavaliers and the Celtics also played a one-sided situation. Not only that, but the star of the Celtics, Thomas Jr., also suffered a hip injury. 3 leading facts.

The situation in the Eastern Conference is gradually becoming clearer. Most fans and experts believe that the Cavaliers will win the fourth game in the series, win the Eastern Conference Championship, and then wait for the winner of the Western Conference Finals.

Kobe didn't pay attention to the matchups in the East, and focused on recovering his body and studying the video, trying to help the team find good offensive and defensive tactics.

Time passed quietly, and the third game was gradually approaching amidst the tension and anticipation of the fans.

On the morning of the third day after the Lakers returned to Los Angeles, the team continued to conduct regular joint training to prepare for the third game in the evening.

Xu Tian focused on nothing else, and continued to conduct regular training, as if everything had nothing to do with him.

Kobe called together several outside players and asked them to take turns in singles and catch and shoot training, looking for their offensive deficiencies, and trying to help them improve.

The young players were a bit lost in the playoffs, and they were naturally very happy to get Kobe's guidance, and stepped up their practice regardless of fatigue.

Scott and Marc Madsen are coaching the post players, giving them clear positioning, and paying more attention to blocking space when defending Curry.The two of them think that Curry will not get the whistle easily, and since it is at home, they can risk strengthening the confrontation.

When the team faces the Warriors, the inside players will always face big problems.That comes from the fact that the Warriors are good at five small lineups, and Curry's ability to play big is outstanding, making inside players often at a loss.This is what is scary about the Warriors, but the Lakers don't rely on inside players, so don't worry too much.

After George finished his personal training, he walked to the half court where the inside players were training to watch their confrontation.

McGee has the softest touch, a very stable hook in training, and is a center with full attack power. Therefore, he admires Kobe a little bit, and he was able to discover McGee's advantages and let him serve as the starting center in the Western Conference Finals.

Byron Scott saw George standing on the sidelines, beckoned him to his side, and asked, "Paul, how are you feeling now?"

George didn't know which aspect Scott was asking about, so he asked, "Coach, which aspect are you referring to?"

"Physical condition, how you feel about the game," Scott asked casually.

George said: "Everything is fine, but because the team is behind, I haven't been happy these days."

Scott said: "Relax and enjoy the game. You put a little too much pressure on yourself."

George said: "Kobe didn't say that. He thought I needed to improve my sense of urgency and work hard to perform well on the court."

Scott said: "I'm just giving advice, and which one you adopt is your freedom."

George wondered why Scott would talk about this topic, but he didn't ask any more questions. He watched the training of several inside players including McGee and thought about the meaning of this topic alone.

After Xu Tian's regular personal training was over, he saw George standing in a daze, walked up to him and asked, "Paul, what are you thinking?"

George spoke out the different suggestions Scott and Kobe gave him, and asked Xu Tian to help the staff.

Xu Tian quickly thought of the problem, and said: "Kobe wants you to perform well, and puts too much pressure on you. This kind of pressure makes you restrain your hands on the court. Maybe it is because of this consideration that the coach will let you relax. .”

George asked: "Does too much pressure affect performance?"

Xu Tian said: "Of course! Every time I reach a critical moment, my heart is extremely calm, otherwise I would not be able to play at an ordinary level."

After listening to Xu Tian's words, George touched his chin thoughtfully.It was really the first time he heard Xu Tian talk about this.

(End of this chapter)