12-06 The Knights were playing against the Eagles. Home stadium, Amazon Center.
The home fans began to enter the stadium one after another. The attendance rate today was only about 70%.
It seemed that some of the fans did not want to spend money in vain. After all, Shen Xiao was a famous rotation coach. If he returned to his home ground today, he would rotate the main lineup.
Home team, locker room. All the players were gathered together, discussing tactics and teasing Hu Tian.
"Le Bulang, you mean Coach? What lineup would they send out? " Gordon asked with anticipation.
"He's either a substitute or a starter. Or…when the first quarter reaches three minutes, take one of our players out of the starting lineup. "A bold guess from James, with his mouth full of teeth.
"The Hawks are now 6 wins and 14 losses, mainly because of the power forward, Abu Rahim, and the main point guard, Jason Terry.”
"Big brother, you have to help me defend in today's game.”According to the information that Nash had obtained from his trainer, Mike, he had been analyzing the opposing team's main players for the past two days.
"Okay, no problem." Iguodala was wearing headphones and listening to music in a relaxed and happy manner.
"The Hawks don't have that kind of big star player. It was not a one-man team either. However, we are different. Our 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th positions are all very strong. Le Bulang, your ability to break through with the ball is strong, and your starting speed is fast. You can't defend against it in a one-on-one.”Nash's analysis was very accurate.
Pa! Pa! Suddenly, a crisp applause sounded.
"Nash is right, but a one-man star player can't lead the team further. More players had to step up and score steadily.”Shen Xiao was wearing a silver-white suit and a dark blue shirt. He was wearing an Earl mechanical watch on his right hand as he pushed the door open and entered.
"Coach!"
All the players stood up with respect on their faces.
It was all because of this man that they had obtained the first place in the eastern region!
"Today's attack strategy is still the seven-second attack. On this point, you, Nash, James, and Battier have a good cooperation.”
Shen Xiao pointed at James and Nash because they were two powerful breakthrough points."If the opponent is quick to defend. Then, he would use a V to attack and pick and roll in the middle. From a fast attack to a positional battle."
"But today's defense. I want to make a change. It's no longer man-to-man defense. Instead, I'll try to keep an eye on the four." Shen Xiao looked around at all the players.
"Coach, what's a one-on-four?”Magical Beast Howard asked with a confused expression.
"It's very simple. I'll give you a general explanation.”
"Against the opposing team, a player is very outstanding in defense. That was to send out our strongest defensive player, and one person would adopt a close defense tactic, which was to act as a " plaster " to stick to the opponent's player with the strongest long-range shooting ability or the strongest attack ability.”
Shen Xiao used a pen to draw box-1 on the tactical board.
Position 2 acted as a " dogskin plaster ", positions 4 and 5 stood on both sides of the paint area, which was outside the three-second zone, while positions 1 and 3 stood on both sides of the free-throw line.
The Hawks 'All-Star power forward, Sharif Abu Rahim, had an average of 19.9 points, 8.4 rebounded, and 3.0 assists last season.
If they didn't carry out a joint defense, they would probably be taken by the opponent in the paint today and score easily.
" But, coach…this tactic has a fatal weakness." Nash had a strong view of the overall situation and could see Shen Xiao's intentions at a glance.
"I know. The three-pointer at the top of the forty-five-degree arc on both sides, as well as the double-team between the first and third positions against the opponent's fourth position, and the support from the free-throw line.”Shen Xiao nodded, indicating that he was completely clear.
This kind of joint defense had a myriad of possibilities and required tacit cooperation between the team members. It was not something that could be completed in a short period of time.
"Big brother, you'll have a hard time today. It's not just the defensive end that consumes a lot of physical strength.”Shen Xiao handed the arduous task of defending to Iguodala today.
Although there was a difference of eight centimeters in height, he was most assured about Big Brother's defense and stamina!
"And Bale, you have to be prepared to help defend. Battier, Abu's height is only 206, about the same height as you. When Big Brother goes off to rest, you will keep an eye on Abu Du.”
"Okay, coach." Battier nodded, indicating that he understood.
"I'd rather you let Abu Rahim shoot three-pointers than let him shoot two-pointers!”Shen Xiao said resolutely and told his team members.
This was because it was not the era of small balls yet. The center in the paint had the ability to shoot three-pointers with one hand!
"Guys, we have to do a good job of defense today. He also had to grasp the opportunity during the transition between offense and defense.”
"Mo Ning, do your warm-up exercises. I'll replace you in the second half of the first quarter.”Shen Xiao pointed at Mo Ning with a serious expression.
…….……..
After the entrance ceremony, the referee blew the whistle and the game officially began.
Jumping ball! The magical beast roared and seized the ball. After Battier received the ball, he immediately passed it to James.
"Steve, Andre.”
James held the ball in his right hand and pointed at Nash and Iguodala with his left hand, signaling them to go to the bottom corners on both sides.
Then, the whole team had a tacit understanding. They had been practicing this tactic for more than two months.
Battier and Warcraft ran into the penalty area separately and came to the two corners of the paint area. They opened their arms and used their strong bodies to block out.
"Brat, don't stop me!" Abu Rahim wanted to bypass Howard, but he was blocked by Howard's strong muscles.
Abu used his arm to push against the magical beast's waist, but he did not move at all!
In the next second, James dribbled the ball under his crotch, broke through with the ball, passed the point guard Jason Terry in one second, and used the Warcraft's pick-and-roll cover to make a three-step layup.
Swoosh! Hollow Net
At this time, Battier had already run to the basket, opened his arms to help defend, and blocked the route with his back.
The attack took less than three seconds.
The offense and defense changed, and the first brother rushed out of the penalty area, wrapped around Abu Rahim, and lowered his body's center of gravity.
Abu Rahim turned around to play with his back. With another turn, he just passed the big brother and rushed to the blue box with the ball.
James and Nash rushed forward to stop him. Abu was very uncomfortable. He held the ball with both hands and turned left and right. Eighteen seconds passed.
Abu forcibly jumped and pulled, facing James 'block and interfering.
Clang! I'll beat you up in anger.
Battier, who was under the basket, grabbed the offensive rebound. He did not even look at it and directly made a long pass.
At this time, James and Nash had already rushed past the half court. James received the ball and passed it to Nash. Then, he turned around and opened his arms to make a pick-and-roll cover.
Outside the three-point line, Nash even had time to adjust his posture and make a three-point jump shot!
Swoosh!
Hollow Net.
"Well done!" When Shen Xiao saw that the transition between offense and defense was not bad, he stood up immediately and walked to the technical desk to clap and encourage him loudly.
In the next five or six rounds, the Knights 'one-on-four defensive strategy played a certain role.
Hawks All-Star power forward Sharif Abu Rahim made two of six shots, scored four points, had one rebound, and made two mistakes.
Shen Xiao noticed that Big Brother was panting and sweating profusely. He quickly got Lagabel to get ready to play and take advantage of the dead ball to replace Iguodala.
Di ~ Di!
Just then, the referee blew a blocking foul on James and Abu Rahim was sent to the free throw line.
"Big brother! You can take a break for now." Shen Xiao raised his voice and patted Lagabel's shoulder.
Iguodala and Rajabel then high-fived each other and swapped positions.
Because of his height, it was a little difficult for him to face the 206-meter tall Abu. Therefore, Shen Xiao still let Bale tell Battier after he went on stage to help defend against Abodeur.
Swoosh!
Swoosh! Both penalties were hit.
Bale grabbed the offensive rebound, took a look, threw it hard, and made a long pass.
James rushed over like lightning, barely caught the ball, and almost stepped on the line.
"Le Bulang!"
Nash was like a young man who chased after the wind. He rushed over, caught the basketball, and easily made a layup.
The two of them had a tacit understanding.
Bang!
Just a centimeter away, Mud would have hit Nash. Fortunately, the brakes were on immediately.
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