i have a coaching book

Chapter 31 Fighting the Celtics

After the game, a large group of news media reporters, with long guns and short cannons, chased and intercepted the little emperor James.

A reporter held up the microphone and said: "Congratulations, LeBron, make another victory tonight and win the most game!!"

Regarding the reporter's kindness, James nodded, showing a hearty smile, very clean.

The reporter continued to ask: "This season, the Cavaliers have undergone earth-shaking changes, and their record ranks among the top in the entire league. LeBron, what role do you play in this?"

James smiled, and replied with a solemn face: "The Cavaliers have undergone earth-shaking changes this season because of the hard work of the Cavaliers, and I myself, as a member of this team Members are very happy in their hearts, playing the role of just a point guard of the team, on offense, threading needles for other players of the Cavaliers, delivering ammunition, and organizing support; Easy scoring, that's how easy it is."

When the reporter heard this answer, he was obviously dissatisfied, so he asked a pretentious question: "It is rumored that you and Ricky are in great trouble. Do you think that the Cavaliers are about to rise to compete for the ball and the core position of the playmaker on the court? Now, do you have the strength to replace Ricky in the team?"

Yes!

Yes! !I feel that it can not only replace Ricky, but also replace No.1 in the league.

There was a voice in James's heart that kept echoing, but he suppressed the voice tightly to prevent him from popping out.

"This friend!" James' tone became more and more dignified, and the word "friend" was bitten out almost word by word, with emphasis in his voice, and then he said calmly: "I think you are the Miami Heat. Team fans! Wade? Jones? Odom? I don't care who your fans are. If you lose the game and are not convinced, is it really okay to pick and choose?
Who told you?A player's state can always maintain a high level without any ups and downs?To be honest, my 'nickname' is Little Emperor, which sounds domineering, and I am not ignorant enough to defeat any opponent I face on the field. There will always be a few players whose styles of play complement each other and are difficult to deal with.

As the head coach, will he change a player and try to attack in turn to see the effect?And this kind of tactical adjustment that can no longer be routine is interpreted by you as a contradiction and a fight for the ball.It's a pity that you are not a reporter, because the sport of basketball is really not suitable for you! ! "

"Change to another question! I don't want to answer such a stupid question!" After suppressing a reporter's provocation, James returned to a relaxed expression and answered the reporter's question automatically.

"LeBron, the Cavaliers are 6-2, and the next round will be against the Celtics, who are 4-4, and the Pacers, who are 5-1. The Lakers, with a record of 6 wins and 2 losses, staged the top game. No matter who wins or loses in the end, it will be very beneficial to your Cavaliers. There is even a chance for three teams to be No. [-] in the league at the same time. Do you have confidence? Beat the next opponent, the Celtics?"

After listening to the reporter's question carefully, James thought about it, expressed his opinion, and said calmly: "The Celtics are a wealthy team in the East. Being able to shine as a double star and reach the Eastern Conference finals, although they lost to the Nets, their strength should not be underestimated. In the 01-02 season, they still made it to the playoffs. This season, although Walker left the Dallas Mavericks, but faced with Pierce's Celtics are still difficult to deal with.

However, the current Cavaliers are strong and strong, and their morale is high. They are still full of confidence in taking down the weakened and demoralized Celtics. Although it is more difficult to win, the final victory will definitely be the Cavaliers.

As for ranking first in the league in the regular season, I would be very happy if I can get it, but if I can't, I won't care too much, because the regular season has just begun, and what will happen in the end? Like, no one knows.All I have to do is to work hard in every game, thank you! ! "

James' calm and rational answer made the reporters present nod in praise.

On the other hand, while James was boasting, Lin Bai was not idle. He was flipping through the coach's book. To his surprise, not only did 5 more victory points appear on the Pope's game page in basketball, but This is not what surprised him the most.

Player Name: Lin Bai

Grade: Probationary (1/100)

Victory Points: 5
Skills: Scouting Appraisal (Level D: You can only get some basic information about basketball)

Main task: As a future pope, how can he not even have a test? (In a limited run of ten games, prove that you have what it takes to be Pope.)
Side quests: none (hidden quests appear randomly.)
Achievements: none
name: none
Props: [Activate Skill Card]

Evaluation: A fledgling rookie
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To his surprise, [Activation Skill Card] is not a one-time-use item. It is still shining with light, turning on and off. Obviously, this card can be used repeatedly.

This is indeed an indispensable help for Lin Bai, a rookie coach, who wants to complete the Pope's qualification test.

Not to mention, Lin Bai also had other surprising discoveries. It turns out that when using Rainbow Fruit, the shooting area that appears can not only be upgraded, but also has no time limit.

In other words, the hit zone is visible for the entire game, not just for 5 minutes.

During the game, Lin Bai devoted himself to the game, but he didn't realize this. After the game, he recalled that after using the rainbow fruit, he found that there was no red time reminder.

If this is the case, wouldn't it be possible to test the Celtics in the next game and easily defeat the opponent by the way?

Thinking of this, Lin Bai had some expectations in his heart.

After beating the Miami Heat, the Cavaliers took a plane to Boston for an away game against the Celtics.

On November 2003, 11, at the Boston Garden Arena, the Cavaliers officially played against the Celtics.

In the summer of 2003, the Celtics sent away one of the representatives of the 96 golden generation, nicknamed 'Fat Toutuo' Anthony Walker, who loved to shoot three-pointers, changed from a double star to a Paul Pierce team.

Paul Pierce was a rookie in 1998 and was selected by the Celtics with the [-]th overall pick. He gradually grew into the core of the team and was selected as an All-Star.

Pierce is mainly a swingman with a full range of skills. He can be said to have an offensive method that can be used as a flower tube. Although his movement speed and jumping are not outstanding, but relying on his incredible playing rhythm, he can still cut vegetables and cut melons on the heads of defensive players. Easy to score, nicknamed 'The Truth'.

Regardless of the weaknesses of speed and jumping, as long as you can score in the end, it is the truth.

He gives people the impression of a perfect mid-range shot. Except for the limited playing time in his rookie season, he averaged 20+ points per game for four consecutive years. In the 03-04 season, he averaged 25.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game. , The strength is really good, and he is a real superstar.

In recent years, except for the weakness of his assistants, since Pierce entered the NBA league, it can be said that the wind has gone smoothly, which makes people feel a little jealous.

The Celtics point guard is played by Mike James, who is 188cm tall. He is an undrafted player. He played for the Heat in the 02-03 season. He averaged 7.8 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. Appeared, he could score 10.7 points, 5.4 assists and 3.2 rebounds.

In Lin Bai's previous life, he played for the Rockets. Because of his unique style of playing and sticking to the ball, he couldn't pass the ball to Yao Ming, and even grabbed the ball from McGrady. , In the Raptors, he broke out suddenly, averaging 20.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per game, and now his strength is average, with occasional convulsions.

Jumaine Jones played at the small forward position. With a height of 203cm, he is just a false starter. He has no offensive strength and is just a blue-collar defensive player. It seems that the Celtics are more thoughtful. They are afraid of the height of the Cavaliers. Use Jumaine Jones to bolster the defense and increase the height of the frontcourt.

Wen-Baker was a rookie in 1993. He is 211cm tall. He mainly plays power forward. When he was young, he had good strength and had 20+10 All-Star performances. In the 02-03 season, he could only score 5.1 points and 3.8 rebounds as a substitute. In the 03-04 season, he returned to the starting lineup and contributed 11 points and 5.7 rebounds.

The center position is played by Tony Batty, with a height of 211cm. He was the No. 97 pick in 5. His strength is average. He is just a blue-collar inside center. In the 03-04 season, he averaged 6.1 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.

The starting five of the Cavaliers remain unchanged, lined up, point guard LeBron James, shooting guard Ricky Davis, small forward Darius Myers, power forward Carlos Boozer, center Zajunas-Ilgauskas.

Just looking at the starting lineup, the Cavaliers should be able to easily win against the Celtics.

With the basketball in the referee's hand, the game between the two sides officially began.

Ilgauskas showed off his height advantage on the jump ball and won easily again, giving the Cavaliers possession and the first offense.

In the first quarter, the rhythm of the two sides was not fast at the beginning of the game. The score was evenly divided between the two sides. The Cavaliers' outside shooting was not good. Myers made 5 of 1 shots and Ricky made 4 of 1 shots. Fortunately, Irgos Cass performed well in the interior, making 4 of 3 shots and only 21 to 22, one point behind the Celtics.

With their home advantage, the Celtics played a combination of inside and outside. Pierce made 4 of 3 shots, Tony Batty made 5 of 4 shots, and Vin Baker made 3 of 2 shots. They scored an efficient shooting percentage and only scored one point. leading.

At the beginning of the second quarter, the two sides played poorly, and the offense has been unable to open the situation, and they are desperately on the defensive end.

The Cavaliers' shooting has never been opened. James made 5 of 1 shots and Ricky made 5 of 1 shots. Fortunately, the Celtics only relied on Pierce to support the offense. They did not seize the opportunity to widen the gap. Only 18 to 17, once again gained a 1-point advantage.

After returning from halftime, the Cavaliers first made tactical adjustments, no longer floating outside to shoot, but hitting the basket with the ball to cause damage.

It's a pity that the Celtics rely on defense to eat, shrink the basket, and don't give the Cavaliers a chance at all. Moreover, Eric Williams, who was replaced in the starting lineup, suddenly broke out and scored 12 points and 3 assists in a single quarter. Help the Celtics, 29 to 22, leading the Cavaliers again by 7 points.

Back in the fourth quarter, although the Cavaliers trailed the Celtics by 9 points, the Cavaliers players still did not feel that they would lose the game.

Ilgauskas was the first to show off, scoring frequently inside to dominate the basket, 3 of 2 shots, 6 of 6 from the free throw line, 10 points and 3 rebounds, showing the Cavaliers' determination to win.

It's just a pity that James and Ricky were not in good shape throughout the game, and their offensive choices were poor and simple. It was almost like you were done swinging and I would swing instead, but the feel had been cooling down, failing to drive the Cavaliers' offense.

As a surprise player, Lin Bai was also replaced in the end. Although he made a stunning three-pointer as soon as he entered the field, he was quickly targeted by the Celtics. There were not many shots and the score was never recovered. , can only swallow the final defeat.

On the other hand, Pierce of the Celtics performed very stably, and also showed off an accurate mid-range shot. He singled Miles with his back, turned around and shot a bit slowly, but still relied on his unique rhythm to score the basketball. Miles has no temper at all.

At the same time, the Celtics' offensive rhythm was extremely slow, did not allow the Cavaliers to speed up, and slowly ground the Cavaliers, directly grinding the Cavaliers to death.

At the end of the game, the Celtics defeated the fierce Cavaliers 93 to 84, ending the Cavaliers' 2-game winning streak.

Four of the Celtics hit double figures, and Pierce still played well, making 18 of 9 shots, 1 of 1 three-pointers, 8 of 6 free throws, 25 baskets, 6 assists and 5 rebounds, becoming the best player in the game.

Tony Batty played 40 minutes and scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Vin Baker had a good efficiency and also scored 13 points and 11 rebounds. Eric Williams came off the bench and played the role of surprise soldier. He made 12 of 7 shots and made free throws. 9 of 7, 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists, his performance is impressive.

For the Cavaliers, Ilgauskas made 11 of 9 shots and 11 of 9 free throws. He scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. He played well and could leave the Boston Garden with his head held high.

Carlos Boozer played 28 minutes and made 6 of 3 shots. Although he only scored 8 points, he grabbed 11 rebounds and his performance was still good.

However, the overall performance of the Cavaliers' perimeter group was not good tonight. Miles scored 12 points and 5 rebounds, but made 12 of 3 shots from the field and 8 of 6 free throws. Ricky only scored 10 points and 4 assists. He made only 16 shots and made 2 of 7 free throws. James also scored 6 points and 10 rebounds. He made 5 of 13 shots and 3 of 5 free throws. His performance was not satisfactory.

Lin Bai stumbled and scored 5 points and 1 rebound, which was a drop in the bucket. In the end, he could only accept failure.

After the Cavaliers lost this game, their record came to 6 wins and 3 losses. Fortunately, the Pacers lost to the Lakers that night, and they were only one win away from ranking first in the league in the regular season.

(End of this chapter)