NBA: I really just want to be a second-in-command

Chapter 152

In the first quarter of the game, Yao Ming and Kobe took the lead in setting the tone.

Kobe's offensive desire is extremely strong today, and he has been attacking Sean Battier from the very beginning.

And even in the face of Battier's defense, he still hits repeatedly.

This made Battier obviously a little annoyed. He didn't have any problems with his defense, and facing Kobe, he was obviously more focused on defending.

But the reality is that there is no way to prevent it.

He even used the eye-sealing method, but he just couldn't prevent it.

This time, under his extreme defense, Kobe scored a fairy ball, which attracted cheers from the Lakers fans in the Toyota Center.

While returning to defense, Battier shook his head again and again with a very frustrated expression.

Yao Ming patted him on the shoulder behind him, "It's okay brother, we are not behind in the score, and we have been scoring."

Indeed, although Kobe played very well today, on the Rockets side, Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady both played, driving the whole team to score. The scene was not lost to the Lakers at all.

On the court, Yao Ming once again held the ball in a low post, and McGrady went out to catch the ball directly through the pick-and-roll of his teammates.

Yao Ming passed the ball to McGrady immediately, and Kobe quickly made up the defense!
He sticks to McGrady and doesn't give him any room to break through!
McGrady held the ball with one hand and made a fake shot.

But Kobe didn't eat at all, and still kept vigilantly in front of McGrady!

This classic offensive and defensive shot made Lu Yusheng off the court extremely excited, and it also made the fans extremely excited!
McGrady started dribbling and made several breakthrough feints in a row, but Kobe's defense was airtight and didn't give him any chance at all.

At this time, Battier came up and started the pick-and-roll.

McGrady used Battier's pick-and-roll to quickly pass Kobe in one step, and went inside!

McGrady's first step when he broke through was as exaggerated as Kobe's.

Because the stride is very large, basically one big step can pass the defender by one position.

In the case of a pick-and-roll, not to mention, when Kobe turned around to chase, McGrady had already gone inside.

Odom quickly rushed up to make up the defense!

McGrady didn't kill inside, just pulled it out!
What a white horse spear!
Lu Yusheng couldn't help sighing secretly off the court, this shooting posture is really beautiful.

It is said that Kobe's shooting is picturesque, but Lu Yusheng always believes that McGrady's shooting beauty is not inferior to Kobe's.

Swish!
Hollow scored!

Kobe ran to the basket just in time to pick up the ball that fell from the basket, and angrily slammed the ball on the floor.

Obviously, Odom's defense was obviously slow, and he was very dissatisfied with it.

But Lu Yusheng felt that even if Odom made up for this goal in time, McGrady would probably score directly.

After all, for the defensive team McGrady, the star who uses the dry pull as his signature move is nothing to be afraid of.

However, McGrady just scored here, and when the Lakers attacked, Kobe immediately returned a jumper almost at the same position.

Mason said with a smile, "This kind of ball is really exciting to watch. The signature stars of the two sides come and go. I really hope to watch this kind of game every day."

"So do you mind if I say those previous games are boring?" Barkley said, "Compared with this kind of games, the previous games are more boring than NBDL games. Don't be underestimated. Looking at the NBDL, although they are the secondary league of the NBA, sometimes they can play quite exciting games."

"Hey, big brother, if you want to be punished by the NBA, don't implicate me, okay?" Mason said.

"What are you afraid of? What I'm saying is the truth," Barkley said. "They have time to punish us. Why don't they find a way to deal with those garbage teams, so that they can have some energy and play well."

"Okay brother, let's end this topic."

Mason doesn't want to follow this big mouth to talk about this topic anymore. The league's fine is no joke.

It's not like he hasn't been fined for following this guy before, so he doesn't want to be in this bad situation again.

"Yes, but, Mason, I feel that you and I may lose the bet." Barkley said.

"Why? Lu Ke hasn't played yet."

"Is it still necessary for him to play?" Mason said, "Kobe's offensive desire is so strong tonight, so what if he plays? The score is so tight, is there any chance for him to make a shot?"

"That's not necessarily the case." Mason said, "Lu is playing as a substitute, and he has the time to lead the team alone."

"Come on," Barkley said, "It's not that I haven't watched the Lakers game. Kwame Brown is the starting point guard on the surface, but in fact he is a substitute. Lu is the starting point guard of the Lakers. He is the starting point guard at critical moments. Playing with Kobe."

"Since you know that he has the strength to start, that is to say, even the Zen Master recognizes his strength, why do you still think so badly about him?"

"No, this is a completely different matter. The reason why Zen master reused him is because Zen master really has no available point guards. Even if I am in Zen master's position, I will let Lu play in the starting lineup, and I will not use Simash Parker. It's not that Lu is so good, it's just that Simash Parker is too bad, he doesn't deserve to play in the NBA at all!"

Mason shook his head helplessly, "You are such a stubborn old man, let me tell you, I can assure you, you are definitely prejudiced."

"No, in fact, I just came to watch the match between Kobe and Tracy McGrady today, and it has nothing to do with anyone else. Lu is not enough to be the focus of my attention." Barkley said.

"Wait, old stubborn, I won the thousand dollars today."

On the court, the Lakers and the Rockets played back and forth, which was exciting, but because the ace players of both sides played well, they played more than half of the first quarter, and the score was not opened.

When the official timeout came, the score of the two sides came to 23:20, and the Rockets temporarily led by three points.

Yao Ming scored 8 points, McGrady also scored 8 points, but on the Lakers side, Kobe scored 18 points!
After this timeout, the two sides began to gradually replace the substitute lineup.

Lu Yusheng was replaced on the field, leading the second team to face off against the Rockets' substitute lineup.

"Oh, Mason, did you see, your little idol, the future point guard nemesis of the league is here." Barkley joked.

"Look, Buckley, your thousand dollars is going to my account," Mason said.

"Come on, Mason, let me tell you, even though the Rockets' bench lineup is not strong, your idol will definitely not score [-] points tonight. He can pass the ball and score. He doesn't have that ability. Not at all," Barkley said firmly.

After Lu Yusheng came on the field, he took a look at the Rockets' lineup.

He was facing Juwan Howard, who was affectionately called Uncle Huo by Huaxia fans.

Juwan Howard is an experienced point guard, but this player really doesn't have any outstanding technical characteristics. He has a certain passing ability and a mid-range shot, but he is not very stable.

Uncle Huo's tactical execution ability is not bad, but there is no way to do it. After all, he does not have the capital to be willful with the coach like Delong. If it is difficult to execute tactics, he may not even be able to hit the ball. If you want to find out any advantages from him, you can only have experience.

After all, since he started playing professionally, no matter in appearance or style of play, he looks like an old point guard who has been playing for many years.

There is no explosion, pure floor flow, and the presence on the court is really not very strong.

This is almost the weakest opponent Lu Yusheng has faced since entering the NBA.

He came with a Zen master's military order.

Therefore, during this period of time, with a substitute lineup, he must play a score advantage.

The Lakers serve.

Lu Yusheng dribbled the ball halfway, and Juwan Howard immediately stepped forward to defend.

Juwan Howard's defense is very conservative. Unlike other black players, he is full of disdain for Lu Yusheng, a yellow-skinned player, and he directly defends closely and tries to steal.

Of course, it's not that Uncle Huo respects Lu Yusheng, it's just because he's scared of him, so defending almost any point guard is subconsciously taking two steps back.

Don't let go.

Lu Yusheng called Vujacic's pick-and-roll.

After the pick-and-roll, Lu Yusheng observed the Rockets' defense. He unexpectedly discovered that the Rockets' defense of the pick-and-roll was very disciplined. Uncle Huo and Lu Sehai had to double-team Lu Yusheng directly.

On this point, Lu Yusheng quickly understood that the Rockets had never studied his tactical characteristics before the game. If they had, they would never have double-teamed Lu Yusheng.

Lu Yusheng saw the opportunity, and directly hit a ground pass, which was passed to Vujacic!
Vujacic caught the ball one step in from the three-point line. After receiving the ball, there was no defense in front of him, and he directly pulled up a jumper!

It's just that the ball is short.

Lu Yusheng felt a little pity in his heart.

"Barkley, do you see how beautiful this pass is?" Mason said, "You have never passed such a ball in your career."

"Come on, I'm not a point guard, how can you compare me to him?"

"No, I just want you to comment on the pass," Mason said.

"It was beautiful, but it didn't work," Barkley said. "It didn't count as a score for him, and he didn't even get an assist because Vujacic didn't make the shot."

"Don't worry, this is just the beginning."

"Mason, I think you should obediently transfer the money to me," Barkley said with a smile, "He can pass the ball, but his scoring ability is really not good, just admit it."

On the court, Uncle Huo dribbled the ball towards the half court, and Lu Yusheng stepped up to defend.

Lu Yusheng knew Uncle Huo's technical characteristics. He seldom took the initiative to break through. After halftime, he directly organized, played tactic one by one, and passed the ball to his teammates.

So Lu Yusheng directly defended close to his body, and Second Uncle Huo directly protected the ball with his back just to be on the safe side.

But this fell right into Lu Yusheng's hands. Lu Yusheng's [sideways steal] from Payton was aimed at players who hit back.

Second Uncle Huo's wingspan was very short, and his back was facing Lu Yusheng. From Lu Yusheng's point of view, there were flaws everywhere.

See the opportunity, let's do it!
Basically, without much effort, Lu Yusheng directly broke Uncle Huo's ball!
Second Uncle Huo wanted to chase, but his speed was not Lu Yusheng's opponent at all, so he could only watch helplessly as Lu Yusheng dunked Juechen!
"Did you see Barkley stealing this?" Mason said excitedly.

"Come on bro, it's only two points, and it just happened to be a lucky steal. Juwan Howard is too careless. You must know that he is a very experienced player. It is impossible for him to repeat this kind of offense. A low-level mistake, next time Lu won't be able to steal him like this," Barkley said.

Rocket attack.

Uncle Huo dribbled forward. This time, for the sake of caution, when Lu Yusheng came over, he turned his back and started dribbling without thinking.

But to Lu Yusheng, this is simply sending data.

Lu Yusheng didn't hesitate at all, and made another quick steal, plus a dunk!
Rockets home fans booed at the Toyota Center.

"How do you say brother?" Mason laughed. "I just heard someone say that it is impossible for Lu to steal Juwan Howard again, and that Howard is an experienced point guard. Can someone explain what's going on?"

"Juwan Howard is so bad," Barkley said angrily, "I really can't imagine that a player who has played in the NBA for so many years can turn his back and let a rookie steal twice in a row. It's so bad." gone."

"Damn, you can always find an excuse, can't you admit that Lu's steal just now was really beautiful?" Mason said.

"Come on, Mason, after the steal, there's no one to defend. Even O'Neal's grandma can put the ball in the basket. It's not difficult. I'm talking about his scoring ability, not his stealing ability. , OK? Let’s talk about it when he scores on his own.”

Mason shook his head helplessly and smiled.

On the court, Juwan Howard, who had been intercepted twice in a row, was a little furious. He didn't expect that the Asian kid in front of him would have such a terrifying stealing ability. He had obviously tried his best to protect the ball, but who knew this guy Like a ghost, it always comes suddenly and breaks his ball without anyone noticing.

What the hell is this rookie?

With fear, Uncle Huo didn't dare to push the ball any further. After dribbling the ball for half the court, seeing Lu Yusheng coming to defend him, he passed the ball without saying a word, without any intention of dribbling.

But the problem for the Rockets is that their second lineup relies on Uncle Huo's organization. Now Uncle Huo doesn't dribble to organize tactics, and the others don't have that ability at all. After passing the ball a few times, it finally stops at In the hands of Mutombo.

Seeing that there was not much time left to attack, Uncle Mu could only attack by himself.

The ball hit the front of the basket and bounced straight out!
Lu Yusheng judged where the ball landed, leaped high, grabbed the front of Luther Haide, and took off the backboard!

Dribble over half court!
The Rockets quickly returned to defense!
The Lakers can only drop their positions.

Lu Yusheng held the ball, and Vujacic stepped forward to pick and roll for him.

The Rockets still chose to double-team, and Lu Yusheng still made a beautiful pass!

Even the Rockets home fans were extremely shocked by this goal, and they let out low exclamations.

After Vujacic took the ball, there was still no defense in front of him, and he made a jump shot directly.

Unexpectedly, he, who has always been invincible in mid-range shots, turned out to be a solid shot again.

And this ball iron is outrageous, almost a bridge.

It was only then that Lu Yusheng realized that there was something wrong with this guy, and his shooting movements seemed to be a little deformed.

"Hey, what's going on?"

Lu Yusheng asked.

Vujacic was out of breath, "Brother, let the other brothers take a shot first, I don't feel too good tonight."

Lu Yusheng frowned. The Lakers' bench lineup basically consisted of Vujacic and Farmar for scoring points, but Farmar was injured during training, so he will not play in today's game.

In Vujacic's state, if he wants to complete the task assigned by the Zen master, he may have to attack by himself.

Lu Yusheng gritted his teeth.

The Rockets attacked, this time Uncle Huo still passed the ball directly after halftime, and had no intention of organizing tactics at all.

In the end, the tactics killed him, but Luther Haide was lucky to make a hasty shot at the last moment and made a three-pointer.

Lu Yusheng felt annoyed, and after working for a long time, it seemed that the fight was quite lively, but in the end he only won by one point.

It is still far away from what the Zen master said, to open the score.

In this wave, the Lakers attacked.

Lu Yusheng dribbled the ball across half court.

Vujacic stepped forward to screen and roll Lu Yusheng, but he waved his hand and refused.

Lu Yusheng faced Uncle Huo and began to dribble.

This ball, he wants to play by himself.

(End of this chapter)