professional shooting guard

Chapter 284 New Tactics

Brett Brown consulted the opinion of old coach Popovich, thought about it for nearly half a month, and finally made up his mind.

After the All-Star Game, Brett Brown called Zhang Zifeng to the office.

"Coach, what are you calling me for?"

Brett Brown said, "Jack, you are the core of the team's tactics and the captain of the team. The team's new tactics still need to be communicated with you in advance."

"New tactics?"

"Yes! Jack, although the team's record is good now, I believe you also feel that the team has a big problem!"

Zhang Zifeng nodded and said, "Yes, coach. During this period of time, we have won very hard, but I don't think good luck will follow us like this!"

In addition to winning hardships, in order to get rid of opponents, Zhang Zifeng needs to run non-stop in the frontcourt to get rid of opponents.

Although it is said that as long as he wins the game, no matter how hard and tiring Zhang Zifeng is, he can accept it.But what I'm afraid of is that, just like the Spurs, I won't be able to keep up with the physical fitness in the end and lose the game.

Brett Brown continued, "After Embiid was injured, we didn't have an advantage in positional battles. But we didn't have the right chips to trade, so we can only rely on ourselves this season!"

"Coach, what do you mean?"

"I think we should focus on defense. Defense drives offense. Play defensive counterattacks and strengthen three-pointers." Brett Brown said.

Zhang Zifeng replied, "Okay, I understand. What does the coach want me to do?"

"Be decisive when attacking, and don't be afraid of making mistakes!" Brett Brown said seriously.

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The team practiced new tactics, and Brett Brown's shouts resounded through the training hall.

"Rondo, go straight in and trust your judgment. OK?"

"Jack, shoot decisively, don't hesitate, shoot directly. You have to trust your touch, you are the best shooter!"

"Grant, what are you afraid of? Haven't you been practicing three-pointers?"

"Ibaka, grab the rebounds immediately, you are the rebounding king!"

"Come on, Noel, do you know what you look like now? Like a hulking penguin! Come on, keep up!"

In the past few days, Brett Brown's roar has not stopped, and he has been correcting the problems in the team's new tactics.

In addition to tactical drills, the most important part of the team is to practice shooting.Even Noel and Rondo, who are not good at shooting three-pointers, have to strengthen three-point training.

Although during this period of time, in order to get familiar with the new tactics as soon as possible, the team's training intensity was higher than before, but under the leadership of Zhang Zifeng, the 76ers did not complain.

The coaching staff was very happy to see it.

On February 2, the Wells Fargo Center Arena once again became the most lively place in Philadelphia tonight.

Since Zhang Zifeng joined the 76ers, the Philadelphia market, which was originally calm due to the economic downturn, has been given a shot in the arm.

The record soared and the fans supported him.

There are also a large number of Huaxia fans who come to watch. In addition to bringing the popularity of the football market, tourism, hotels and restaurants are also booming.

Philadelphia's economy, which had been stagnant, immediately rose 2.1 percent from a year earlier.

Through the vote of the Philadelphia Council, it was decided to award the title of Lifetime Honorary Citizen of Philadelphia to Zhang Zifeng.

Lifetime honorary citizenship of Philadelphia is a reward.That is, you can enjoy a lot of treatment as a citizen of your own country in Philadelphia without changing your nationality. Of course, this is only limited to the city of Philadelphia.

This is a prize specially set by many cities to recognize foreigners who have made great contributions to the city but are unwilling to change their nationality.

Tonight, the mayor of Philadelphia, John Strait, came here specially to present Zhang Zifeng with a trophy symbolizing a lifelong honorary citizen of Philadelphia.

Countless fans and reporters gathered here, not only to watch the 76ers' match against the Wizards, but also to watch the stage where Zhang Zifeng accepted the title.

Before the start of the game, Philadelphia Mayor John Strait took the microphone and said, "Mr. Zhang Zifeng, thank you for leading the 76ers to rise again. Thank you for reinvigorating the city of Philadelphia. I am very honored to present this Philadelphia city honor The title of citizen is given to you. On behalf of the citizens of Philadelphia, thank you!"

Zhang Zifeng took the trophy with both hands and said: "I am very honored to thank Philadelphia for allowing me to become an honorary citizen of Philadelphia. I will do my best to help the 76ers win the championship. Champion's Banner. Thank you!"

When Zhang Zifeng lifted the Honorary Cup, the audience applauded thunderously, and the flashing lights never stopped.

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Although he was awarded the title of honorary citizen, the title of honorary citizen is actually not very attractive to Zhang Zifeng.

This honorary citizenship is really of little use. It may be easier to set up a factory and start a company in the United States, but the tax still needs to be paid.

If it wasn't inconvenient to refuse, Zhang Zifeng really wasn't interested in playing with this group of solicitors.

After receiving the certificate of honor, Zhang Zifeng casually handed it over to Zheng Xinguo for safekeeping, and concentrated on preparing for the game against the Wizards.

Zhang Zifeng ran to the court and led the players to clap their hands with the Wizards starters of the visiting team.

Wizards starting lineup: Wall, Bill, Porter, Morris, Gortat.

Looking at Wall and Bill who had clapped hands with him, Zhang Zifeng knew that the biggest challenge he would face in this game was the Wizards' backcourt combination.

After several seasons of training, Bill has fully grown up. The backcourt duo formed by him and Wall is second only to the backcourt combination formed by himself and Rondo in the East.

If you want to defeat the Wizards, you must first defeat this pair of backcourt combinations.

With a whistle, Noel and Gortat jumped up together.

Gortat took the lead to shoot the ball to the backcourt, and Wall picked it up easily.

The Wizards quickly ran to the frontcourt, Wall took the ball to the frontcourt, and made a pick-and-roll cooperation with Gortat.

Gortat made a successful mid-range shot near the free throw line.

Seeing that Noel and Rondo didn't do a good job of switching defenses at the beginning, Brett Brown shouted angrily, "Rajon and Knowlens, follow up closely. If you make such low-level mistakes again, you two will get out of here!"

Rondo also knew that he didn't change the defense immediately, so he scored an easy one for the opponent.

Rondo, who wanted to return the color, received the ball and immediately advanced quickly according to the training of the previous few days.

In addition to the 76ers players who dragged behind Noel, other players also ran forward.

As soon as he reached the frontcourt, Rondo paused.

Just when Wall thought that the 76ers were going to start a positional battle, Rondo took advantage of Wall's carelessness, and without waiting for other teammates to be in place, he immediately accelerated past Wall and headed towards the penalty area.

Wall was out of position, and Bill rushed to the inside and jumped up to block Rondo.

Seeing that Zhang Zifeng was open, Rondo passed the ball without hesitation.

Zhang Zifeng received the ball and also followed the coach's instructions before the game.Before Noel, Ibaka and other inside players ran into the inside, they jumped up and shot.

Swish!
The ball crossed an arc and flew into the net.

Brett Brown on the sidelines immediately waved his fist when he saw it, "Yes, that's how it is!"

Seeing the ball scored, Zhang Zifeng, who was running back, gave Rondo a high-five to celebrate.

Seeing that the 76ers hadn't waited for the players to settle down, Zhang Zifeng jumped up and shot directly. ESPN on-site commentator Jr. Van Gundy shouted: "Oh, the tactics of the 76ers at the beginning seemed to have changed a little bit. This attack on the 76ers is very different from the past. Jeff, what do you think?"

Van Gundy Jr. said, "Yes, I feel that the 76ers' offense this time is more simple and direct, a bit like the Suns' bombardment tactics. It takes five or six times to complete an offense. However, this is just the beginning, we need patience Only by watching carefully can we determine whether the tactics of the 76ers have changed!"

(End of this chapter)