Legendary basketball manager

Larry Riley has been in a bad mood lately.

Last week, the Warriors ended their losing streak after Curry returned from injury.

I thought the team would gradually get on the right track, but unexpectedly started a new wave of losing streak.

The Warriors' problems are also very obvious-although the two core guards have strong offensive capabilities, they are all colanders on the defensive end.

The problems of the two are not the same.

Monta Ellis has great physical fitness, but his defensive willingness is not high.

Coupled with his height disadvantage as a shooting guard, ordinary shooting guards from other teams often perform exceptionally when they meet the Warriors.

Curry has a good attitude and works hard on the defensive end.

But now he is too thin!

The lack of confrontation ability and immature defensive skills make it difficult for Curry to parry powerful defenders, and he is also very prone to fouls.

Basically, one of these two small guards will be blown up by the opponent in every game!

In addition, the Warriors' inside line is also very average, so no one can "wipe their ass" for Ellis and Curry.

Moreover, putting aside the defensive problems, the Warriors also encountered problems on the offensive end!

Ellis' offensive state is very good this season, often scoring 30+ and 40+ points.

But what followed was his growing fascination with the ball.

Curry is already very selfless and good at playing "off the ball" players, but in the process of partnering with Ellis, he gradually showed discomfort.

After all, he is a defender, not a pure shooter, and it is impossible to run wildly on the court throughout the game without touching the ball.

But the current situation is that after Curry dribbles the ball to the frontcourt, he will hand the ball to Ellis and start the "marathon" journey.

Without the basketball in hand, he is as strong as Curry, and he can't perform brilliantly.

In the last few games, his statistics have declined to a certain extent compared to his debut season.

The Warriors have problems on both ends of the offense and defense, and the record is naturally impossible to be good.

Larry Riley knew in his heart that this backcourt combination was about to go to the camera.

Parting ways is a matter of time.

"What can I do to get the team on the right track..."

Larry Riley was a little confused.

In his heart, he definitely prefers Curry.

But Mengshen not only declined in statistics this season, but also showed a trend of "glass man".

And Ellis is at the peak of his career. Not only can he get beautiful data, but he often has amazing moments that make Warriors fans crazy!

If at this juncture, in order to establish Curry's core position, abandon the popular fried chicken-Monta Ellis...

Larry Riley can foresee how he will be criticized by the fans!

"Some time ago, the Rockets showed interest in Curry..."

"It seems that we can really think about it, and deal with them."

Larry Riley muttered to himself.

Coincidentally, as soon as he finished speaking, Shen Fei's call came.

"Hey, Larry, how are you doing?"

Asian youths have deep and magnetic voices.

"Don't mention it, it can't compare with your number one in the league."

Larry Riley said with a smile, but the smile was somewhat bitter.

"I told you before that we're interested in Steph Curry, remember?"

Shen Fei asked.

"of course."

Larry Riley was noncommittal.

"I've been following the Warriors' games recently."

"I know, you guys are in trouble, and the problem is with your two core guards."

"If you want to change the situation...I'm afraid you have to take one of them."

"am I right?"

Shen Fei said with certainty.

Larry Riley was taken aback when he heard the words, and once again lamented the observation ability of Asian youths.

"Well, you're right."

"However, you should also know that I admire Stephen very much."

"To be honest, between the two of them, I am more inclined to trade Monta."

"You Rockets, are you interested in him haha?"

Larry Riley asked with a smile.

Of course, this question is asked knowingly.

Shen Fei had clearly explained to him why he wanted Curry.

The Rockets have no shortage of offensive points with the ball at all, so it is naturally impossible to be interested in Ellis.

"Monta's popularity in the Bay Area should be unique."

"If you trade him away... Curry can lead the team to rise smoothly, that's fine."

"Once he can't guarantee his health and cause the Warriors to turn from a fringe team in the playoffs to a weak team in the Western Conference, you may have to bear a lot of pressure."

Shen Fei answered irrelevant questions, pointing at the opponent's vitals.

"This..."

Larry Riley was at a loss for words for a while, and wanted to refute but couldn't say anything.

If it was at the beginning of the season, he would still be able to confidently say that Curry was injured on his ankle. This kind of minor injury will not cause much impact!

But now, Mengshen has sprained his ankle for the third time.

Once it develops into a habitual sprain, there will be problems with the ankle ligaments, and Curry will cast a shadow in the future!

"It's better to trade with the Rockets, we are willing to take this risk."

"We also have the right chips to help you rebuild!"

Shen Fei suggested with a smile.