Duke had nearly a double-double in the first quarter, which made the domestic fans sweep away the disappointment of Big Yao's poor debut and lack of appearances.
The Wizards brought on Jordan, Kuo Mei Brown, and other rotation players.
Jordan's appearance attracted the attention of countless people.
He was no longer the god at his peak. He had become an old player. When he planned to make a comeback last season, Artest broke two of his ribs in his training camp.
He had finally recovered to 80% of what he had in the 1998 season by using matches as a substitute for practice. However, due to water accumulating in his knees, he had no choice but to take a break early and even missed all the matches after that.
In the 46 games before his injury, he had scored an average of 25.1 points, 6.2 rebounding and 5.3 assists per game.
In the 20 games before his injury, he had an average of 27.5 points, 6.4 rebounding and 5.2 assists per game.
In the 10 games before his injury, his stats continued to rise, with an average of 29.7 points, 6.6 rebounding, and 6.1 assists per game. He even ranked fifth on the season's MVP list.
This was no less than the performance of the Four Generals 'point guard.
This was the 38-year-old Jordan.
Moreover, when he played at the same time as Hamilton, his record was 15 wins and 1 loss.
For the entire season, he was tenth in the league in terms of points lost per game and fifth in terms of defensive efficiency.
It could be said that for the sake of the Wizards, in order to lead the team into the playoffs, he gave it his all.
If it wasn't for the fact that he and Lewis were both out of the game due to injury, the Wizards would have made it into the playoffs and his goal would have been achieved.
Therefore, he was even more eager to prove himself this season.
As a result, if Kuame Brown's performance was slightly off, Duke's performance would be outstanding, and the former would immediately lose his position.
Tyrone Lue dribbled the ball across the front court and handed it over to Jordan to organize.
Jordan held the ball at a forty-five-degree angle at the top of the arc. Facing the Raptors 'substitute third player, he suddenly lowered his shoulders and rushed in.
His current explosive power and first step were not as good as when he was at his peak. He could not shake off his opponent at all.
However, with his superb resistance and solid ball protection, he pushed against the defenders, rushed into the penalty area, and shot from mid-range.
He was now shooting a jump shot, with a very low point of release and a larger range of fadeaway. Unfortunately, this shot missed.
Some of the Jordan fans in the stadium immediately let out a regretful sigh.
"What position should I give myself?”
"Do what you are best at, such as defense, rebounding, and attacking under the basket. No matter what other people asked of you, you just had to do what you were best at, lower your goals appropriately, and slowly build up your confidence. Then, you could consider other things.”
"This looks very simple!"
"Yes, very simple! Your current goal is to treat yourself as a blue-collar player in the post. Don't overestimate yourself or underestimate yourself.
If you were more confident in attacking under the basket, then don't go to the bottom line and play with your back. If you don't think you can hold the ball, then try your best to get the rebound. If you can't get the ball, you can block the position. You can create opportunities for yourself and your teammates. Don't do things that you're not good at or don't understand.”
Duke's suggestion seemed to have happened just yesterday.
After he left, Kuame Brown thought about his words for two whole days before he made up his mind.
Do what you are good at!
Do what you are good at!
As if hypnotizing himself, he suddenly sank into the basket and blocked the opponent's substitute center forward behind him. When the backboard bounced up high, he jumped with all his might to grab the rebound. Then, without thinking, he took advantage of the opening of the basket and dunked with both hands.
Dunk dunks with no one defending were his best scoring method. He had played like that in high school.
Meng Long's side also chose to attack from the middle distance and responded with a metal.
It was Brown again. He suddenly shot up to the basket and got the rebound before his opponent, then he found Jordan.
When Jordan missed his second goal, the opposing center forward was shocked to find that Brown had already positioned himself well and did not give himself a chance to squeeze in.
Hence, the ball returned to Jordan's hands. There was a defender in front of him, and Brown did not choose to force a play.
Jordan adjusted slightly, pulled it up, and threw.
This time, he finally broke through.
The inefficient offense in the starting lineup had even infected the substitutes 'bench. Jordan's offense during this period of time was not ideal.
It was Bu Lang's three consecutive strikes that surprised him.
He felt that the other party was different from before, be it in terms of mentality or the calmness on his face.
He was completely immersed in his own world, so focused, so calm, and so confident.
Moreover, Brown's state continued. By the time he returned to the bench in the second quarter, he had already gained four points and seven rebounded.
Both he and Duke had so many rebounding points, thanks to their handplay tonight.
Duke is back!
The domestic fans suddenly perked up again. The previous iron fight had made countless people sleepy.
"Clang!"
Duke received a pass from Hughes and received it in the air after only a few seconds on the field.
This empty catch finally made the fans 'cooled blood boil again, shouting for a good shot.
The next minute, Stackhouse rushed into the lane and missed his shot. McCoy had just rushed into the basket to grab the rebound when he was suddenly knocked aside by Duke, who fell from the sky.
When he looked up, the latter had already finished the dribble.
"Oh oh! It was another slam dunk. President Du was full of energy. He would never shoot if he could. Every time he dunked, he would knock one or two people away. He had a faint shadow of Shaquille O'Neal when he was young, and no one could stop him under the basket.”
"He already has a double-double, and he's only been on the field for 10 minutes.”
The T,N,T commentary team, Kenny Smith, immediately exclaimed in surprise, his mouth constantly praising.
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