In the locker room of the away team.
The players took the time to rest, drink water, and wipe their sweat.
"Hey, guys, our defense in the first half was not bad. In the second half, Alenzo, you go off to rest.”
"Battier, you go up and play the 4 position.”
"Dwight, you're resting for half a session.”Shen Xiao raised his hands and pointed at the demonic beast, using an unquestionable tone.
"Coach, who will play the number five position?”James looked up with a puzzled expression.
"There's no center forward and only five small players on the field.”Shen Xiao's right index finger swayed left and right as he said shockingly.
"Iguodala, you go down to rest. Bale, you're on in the third quarter. Keep an eye on Zach Randolph. He's already…fouled four times. Do you understand what I mean?" Shen Xiao glanced at the technical statistics.
Shen Xiao deliberately let Iguodala, who had played two full periods, go off to rest. He walked up to Rajabel and extended four fingers.
One had to know that Ragabel had yet to appear in today's match.
"Yes, coach. I'll let Randolph off the field for six fouls." Although Raja Bell was a draft pick, he was able to gain a foothold in the NBA because of his dirty and tiring defense.
"Steve, you're playing in the third quarter. Speed up and attack in seven seconds."
"Don't go outside. It's best to take a step outside the three-second zone and make a mid-range jump shot. Be more decisive." Shen Xiao walked in front of Nash and reminded him.
" Alright, leave it to me." Nash's gaze was firm.
He had to be steady at this time!
"Battier, you and Gerrard, the two of you start to increase the number of runs without the ball. For example, one of you will run at the top of the three-point arc on the right side of the baseline. With Bale's cover."
"The other is from the three-point line in the bottom left corner, rushing to the reasonable collision zone under the basket to attract the double-team of the opposing defender. LeBron James forced his way into the paint to attract the opponent's attention and provide cover for Nash.”
"At this moment, open up a small area of empty reception, and Nash can pretend to pass it to James and then make an open shot.”
Shen Xiao held the tactical board in his hand and gathered all the players to watch.
Nash and James. Battier instantly understood this tactic. By running without the ball, they could attract the attention of the opposing defensive players and disrupt the opposing defensive lineup.
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Soon, the halftime interval ended. The players put on their training uniforms and began to practice shooting.
Clang!
Clang!
Clang!
Swoosh!
LeBron James continued to hit the ball from outside the three-point line. On his last try, he finally scored.
Shen Xiao looked at the scene in front of him and quickly walked to the sidelines. He patted James on the shoulder and comforted him,"James, no one can defend against a superstar unless they don't feel good.”
"Don't feel pressured. This was just an ordinary regular season match. The Blazers are a traditional strong team in the Western Conference playoffs. The fact that we can play against them like this is enough to prove your excellence.”
"Shen, you don't have to comfort me. I understand that. I want to bring a championship to my hometown. This is my dream." James stopped and waved at the trainer who threw the ball. He stared at Shen Xiao.
"Le Bulang will. You definitely will. You have so many good teammates. We'll definitely make it to the Eastern Conference finals this year.”
The head coach of the Blazers, Morris Cheeks, had just finished explaining the tactics and subconsciously looked at Shen Xiao.
As the head coach, Shen Xiao was definitely very young.
However, it was such a young team. However, they were able to suppress the Western Region's Pioneer. One had to admit that Shen's coaching ability and adaptability were outstanding.
The third period of the competition officially began.
As soon as the match started, Ragabel followed Randolph closely, like a piece of dog-skin plaster, clinging onto Randolph.
"Give me the ball."
Randolph was a little frustrated. He shouted at Damon, the starting point guard, for the ball.
The boss of the team wanted the ball, so Damon did not dare to refuse. He passed it to Randolph.
"Hey, newbie, believe it or not, I'll kick you to death.”
Randolph took advantage of Raja Bale's short height and suddenly turned around to lift the ball, hitting Bale.
Lagabel fell backward and slid three or four feet on the floor. He held his head with both hands and had a painful expression on his face. He wanted to cheat a foul.
Beep beep!
Because the referee was standing behind Randolph and his line of sight was blocked, he subconsciously thought that Randolph had committed an offensive foul, so he blew the whistle.
“what？I didn't foul, it was a combined collision.”
Randolph's pupils constricted, and his face revealed an incredulous expression. He rushed to the referee to argue.
The entire stadium erupted with boos!!
The Blazers 'head coach, Morris Cheeks, quickly ran to argue with the linesman.
"James, how about you go and see Bale?”
Shen Xiao ran to the technical desk, put his hands by his mouth, and pointed at Bell who had fallen to the ground.
In the end, the referee did not change his judgment and maintained the original judgment.
"Substitute! He had to make a substitution and get Randolph off the field.”
The Blazers 'head coach, Morris Cheeks, had no choice. Dale Davis went to replace Randolph.
The third quarter had just begun, and Randolph was forced off the field for five fouls!
Without Randolph's point, it was difficult to rely on Rasheed Wallace's point alone. On the contrary, the Cavaliers had more flowers.
Battier, Nash, James Gerrard, and the other four players all made their shots. He sent out a 12 - 2 shockwave.
The difference in the score was now in double digits. Morris Cheeks went up and down five times, replaced the water dispenser player, and announced that he would give up the game.
Shen Xiao also took advantage of the situation. Nash. Gerrard Wallace was replaced by three players. Bring on Mutombo and Bobby Simmons and let them play the remaining quarter and a half.
At the end of the fourth quarter, the Cavaliers won 97-82 against the Blazers.
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At the post-match press conference, Shen Xiao and James attended together.
"First of all, congratulations on winning the competition. James, what was the reason for you to be replaced less than two minutes into the first quarter? Is it because you had a conflict with Shen?”
The first question from the sports reporter from the television station was very sharp.
"No, Shen and I are very good friends.”James shook his head and said in a deep voice.
"Shen is a very good manager. He can think for the players and doesn't want the players to be injured and affect the entire season.”
"Shen, what do you think about that foul by Ragabel?" ESPM commentator, Booker, sat below and pointed to the focus of the audience.
“what？You should ask God."
Shen Xiao was very relaxed and started to practice Taiji Fist. He used his cold humor.
"Coach Shen, I would like to ask. Do you wish... What about bringing in Chinese players into the Cavaliers? As far as I know, Iguodala and Howard are both non-draft players.”
The special reporter raised his arm and asked in Chinese.
"Yes, if possible. I will send out a trial invitation and a 10-day short contract."
Shen Xiao thought for a moment and deliberately spoke ambiguously.
After the press conference ended, the Knights won three consecutive victories and temporarily ranked first in the Eastern region. Next, they would have three days of rest to return to their home ground.
At 11-05, the denver nuggets were welcomed. Especially noteworthy, Melo Anthony!
In 11-07, they would fly to the away game to challenge the Indianos Pacers.
A day later, 11-08, they returned to their home ground to face the Washington Wizards.
Shen Xiao looked at the schedule at the back and could not help but curse!
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