Legendary basketball manager

"There were two very serious problems in the first half, and if they can't be resolved, there is no hope for this game."

"First, how to play our Heat's basketball. In the previous games, we were the team with the most fast-break points per game among all the teams in the playoffs. LeBron and Dwayne are the top fast-break players in the league. But today, we didn't have many fast break opportunities at all."

Spoel analyzed seriously.

"We couldn't defend against the Rockets' offense. Their shooting percentage was too high, so we had no chance to counterattack at all."

Howard said helplessly.

"Yeah, that's the second problem—defense."

"Dwight is a dpoy, and LeBron is also a first-level defender. Dwayne, Mario, and Ray are all good defensive abilities. All five of them are very capable of defending, but they can't do anything against the Rockets?"

"The Rockets scored 37 points in the first quarter and 38 points in the second quarter. They both scored nearly 40 points in the two quarters! Does such a defense sound like it?!"

The more Sipo spoke, the more angry he became, and he almost roared at the end.

"The key now is to solve the problem."

James said suddenly.

"Solve the problem? Of course we have to solve the problem! The solution is also very simple. If you guard against the opponent, won't the problem be solved?!"

Shiba was still angry.

He is usually gentle and gentle, but now he can no longer maintain his demeanor.

"Mario, it is very difficult for you to defend Curry. I will give you a standard-as long as Curry shoots, he must hit your chin when he raises his elbow!"

Spoel said to Chalmers.

Chalmers was taken aback when he heard the words, and just about to nod, Wade beside him spoke first.

"Mario worked hard, but he couldn't guard Curry. I'm talking about the facts, nothing else."

The conclusion Wade gave was very sharp, so I tried to make up for it later.

"My suggestion is to increase the height of the inside line."

The core of the team's defense-Howard also spoke.

"Coach, I have an idea, you can listen to it."

"In the second half, let Mario take a break first, put Udonis (Haslem) on to play the four position. Then let Dwayne go to guard Curry, I go to match Tracy, Ray defends George. "

"Yi Jianlian is a 3D player with no offensive ability. Udonis is easy to defend and can help protect rebounds. I go to defend Tracy, and I can better limit him."

James said seriously.

Sipo thought for a long time after hearing the words, and said slowly: "The plan you mentioned is not bad, but in this way, our outside shooting ability will be even weaker."

"With Thunder, our space is guaranteed. If it doesn't work...I can shoot three-pointers, and my shooting percentage is still good today."

"The most important thing is that our lineup in the first half couldn't defend the Rockets at all. As you said, without defense, we couldn't play the best counterattack."

"No matter what...the gap of 23 points is hard to chase!"

James went on to explain.

"I also think that this transformation is feasible to a certain extent. You can try it. Anyway, you are already very passive now, and the situation is hard to get worse."

Wade added.

"Okay, let's try then."

"LeBron, starting the third quarter, the role of point guard is up to you."

"We focused on these tactics in the second half..."

Spoel finally agreed, and then began to arrange the corresponding tactics.

The Heat will listen intently.

Even though they are behind by a big score now, the players are not discouraged, and their desire to fight is still strong.

............

Turning his gaze, he came to the Rockets locker room.

The players are more relaxed at this time.

After Mark Jackson briefly highlighted some tactical points, he let everyone rest.

Although it was free time, the locker room was very quiet, with only sporadic discussions and Yao Ming coughing from time to time.

Mark Jackson deliberately walked to Yao Ming's side, and asked concerned: "How about it, can you persist in the second half?"

Yao Ming nodded, and said seriously: "There are still some influences, but it's not a big problem. If I find that my condition is not good in the second half, I will tell you as soon as possible."

Mark Jackson nodded with a smile.

For Yao Ming, he is still very relieved.

Although Dayao is not in good physical condition today, after returning to the court in the second quarter, he still provided a great boost for the team.

It can even be said that the offensive and defensive round of standing cap + three-pointer was the key to the Rockets' big lead at halftime.

If possible, Mark Jackson definitely hopes that Yao Ming can play more time.

After all, the existence of Howard is very afraid of the Rockets.

Except for Yao Ming, Oden is too young and Ben Wallace is too short.

They can limit and consume Howard, but they can't maintain balance with him for long.

But as long as Yao Ming plays and the Rockets are in the center position, at least they can match up with the Heat!

"If you need anything, feel free to tell me. But...everything should be health first, don't force it."

Mark Jackson made it clear again.

............

Soon, the timeout ends and the game continues.

The Heat fine-tuned the lineup, while the Rockets remained unchanged and remained the starting lineup.

The Heat attacked, James held the ball through half court, and came to the top of the arc to organize.

It was still George who defended him.

Due to James' three-point shooting rate in the first half, George also adjusted his defensive strategy in the third quarter.

Now, with his heels on the three-point line, he strode forward, with his hands outstretched, in a standard defensive posture.

Seeing this, James beckoned inside.

Soon, Haslem mentioned the high position and set up a pick-and-roll for him.

With the help of the pick-and-roll, James successfully got rid of George's defense, but soon encountered Yi Jianlian who was supplementing the defense.

Lao Zhan did not accelerate, but continued to break through to the right.

The two confronted all the way and soon came to the restricted area.

I saw James turning around suddenly with his left foot as the axis, and successfully wiped Yi Jianlian past.

Then, he stepped on the ground with both feet and jumped high...

"bang!"

James made a good start for the Heat with a powerful one-handed dunk!

54: 75!

Offensive and defensive transition, Curry passed the ball to Yao Ming in the low post.

Yao Ming immediately launched a back attack.

But this time, his turnaround fadeaway missed.

The ball opens the side of the rim and bounces high.

Haslem and Yi Jianlian took off at the same time, but the latter's bullet speed was obviously faster.

Seeing that the UAE was about to pick off another offensive rebound, James made a sudden move. When Yi Jianlian was about to get the ball, he threw a horizontal hand and provoked the ball.

This scene seems to be the reappearance of the two grabbing the board in the first half.

Only, this time the roles were reversed.

Yi Jianlian was a little surprised, but reacted quickly.

He bent his knees again, ready to jump for a rebound.

But before jumping up, Ah Lian felt a huge force pushing him away——

It was James who stuck his foot, and then made a silent effort to push Yi Jianlian out of the best rebound position!

No matter how slow Haslem was, he also reacted at this time.

Because of Yi Jianlian's "withdrawal", he easily grabbed the rebound.

The Heat took advantage of the opportunity to launch a counterattack!

While retreating quickly, Yi Jianlian used exaggerated body language to complain to the referee about James' rebound foul.

But the referee did not stop the game.

During the fast break, James held the ball and advanced at high speed, and distributed the ball to Wade, who followed up on the wing, near the free throw line.

The Flash took three steps, raised the ball with one hand in his right hand, and leaped high...