basketball scientist

Averaged 10.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.7 steals per game, shooting 38.3% from the field and 33.2% from the three-point range.

This is the data Shane Battier handed over in the Grizzlies this season!

The basic data are barely passable, but the data related to efficiency are all appalling. This is Battier's dilemma, and it is also the current embarrassment of the Grizzlies.

After Gasol was injured, no one on the Grizzlies could digest the ball, and no one on the team could handle the ball smoothly under the pressure of the opposite side.It is difficult for a "team-type" player like Battier to play in such a chaotic team, especially on the offensive end, it is really difficult.

In the first game of the season, the Grizzlies relied on Warrick's putback to kill the Timberwolves, who were aiming for a bad game. Then they lost five games in a row, losing 18 points per game to their opponents. The team was terrible.

Considering that 07 is the most promising draft year in recent years, the Grizzlies should quickly adjust their strategy for the season, from "play first, wait for Gasol to come back and then hit the playoffs" to "play poorly, Fight for Oden".

Thinking back 10 years ago, the Spurs made a bad decision when David Robinson was injured, and even held down David Robinson, who had obviously recovered from injury, and beat Duncan, and then started the "odd dynasty" around Duncan .

"Back then, Bobo Knife won three championships with Duncan. It was not a problem for me, Jerry Benwei, to win the championship with Oden. I lost him a few games first, backhanded a No. [-] lottery, and made a fortune silently."

If you make up your mind to rebuild, then for the Grizzlies, Battier is one of the bargaining chips that can be traded out in exchange for potential rookies and draft picks.

The Eagles have a great record, and the draft picks are definitely worthless, but there are still a few young players in the team who can develop their potential. If you find an opportunity to draw a three-way team, you can really try it.

But, for a player like Battier, everyone knows his strength, and his transaction value will not decline due to the current "bad performance". Only the price can be discussed.

Ke Yan put Battier at the top of his trade list, sent a message to Larry Sander, and paid close attention to the Grizzlies' movements.

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After two days of rest, the Eagles returned home to face the Celtics.

This is a game with a huge gap in strength.Before the game, the Eagles ranked second in the East with 5 wins and 1 loss, only because of the relationship between the outcome and the Orlando Magic.

The Celtics' score is 2 wins and 4 losses. The strength of the Celtics has been weakened year after year, and the leadership of the team's core Pierce has been doubted.

In fact, if you really want to say that the Celtics lineup is weak, it is not enough.

In fact, players such as Perkins, Tony Allen, and Rondo played around Garnett in the era of the Big Three, and quickly grew into immediate combat power.And Al Jefferson, who is currently in the Celtics, is also a potential insider.

It's just that young players really need to find their own development path as they grow up. Obviously, Rivers can't help them for the time being.

With Garnett joining the Eagles, the Celtics have no chance to form the Big Three team in history. No one knows where these young people will go.

The progress of this game was as predicted by the media before the game. Pierce won and took away the beautiful data, scored 33+6+7 gorgeous data, and beat Anthony Parker and Joe Johnson point-to-point;

The Eagles kept the victory, relying on their deep lineup, strong tactical execution and the superior strength of the players, they suppressed the Celtics and finally defeated their opponents 116:96.

Throughout the game, the Eagles firmly grasped the situation and did not give the Celtics any hope of winning. This was an easy victory.

After the whole game, Paul easily scored 26 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds and 4 steals. Although it was only a sophomore, the fans were already "not surprised" that Paul scored such a stat, just like Kobe scored 40+ , Putting it on other people can make a "big book", but putting it on Kobe, everyone will only say "oh".

The next day, the Magic lost to the Lakers 101:107 at home. Howard scored a double-double of 15 points and 12 rebounds, but was restricted by Phil Jackson's "shark-cutting tactics". He stood on the free throw line 17 times and only Hit 7 goals, the weakness is clearly exposed.

The Magic lost not just the second game of the season, but Howard's first "Player of the Week" in his career.

If there is a record of four consecutive victories, this award has to be given to Howard.But the "golden body broke", and the rest is to fight for statistics. James won the "Player of the Week" by averaging 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists per game. In the fourth season of his career, James is moving towards a higher goal step forward!

On November 11th, the Eagles ushered in the first tough game of the season, welcoming the visit of the Phoenix Suns at home!

Last season, the Suns lineup underwent drastic changes. In the previous season, three of the five starters were replaced. Fortunately, Nash and Marion managed to cover the team's lower limit.

This season, the team ushered in the return of Stoudemire. The Suns formed the strongest lineup of "Nash + Bell + Harrington + Marion + Stoudemire", which is also regarded as the foundation of the championship. strong contender.

This game is also the Eagles' second national live broadcast.Before the game, Mike Breen and Mark Jackson analyzed the game and agreed that Stoudemire's performance in front of Garnett is the key to determining the outcome.

Garnett is very obvious about Stoudemire's inner line suppression without a back, but Stoudemire has Nash's support around him, so he can get more opportunities.

At the same time, the Suns' pick-and-roll initiation also has Marion as a support point. His scoring ability is slightly weaker than Stoudemire's, but if you ignore it, you will have to pay the price after all.

As for the Eagles, the main problem is the shortage of personnel scheduling caused by Dior's injury. Apart from starting the inside line, whether Millsap can stand up from the bench and support the team's inside line is the key to the Eagles. .

"Dako, your role is very important in this game. In addition to helping your teammates fill in, you must not be marginalized on the offensive end!" During the pre-match preparations, Ke Yan encouraged Milicic.

"What do I need to do?" Milicic asked.

"Go inside more, Stoudemire's defensive habits are poor, and the Suns' frame protection is not good. Even if you can't hit the ball in, it can effectively consume their defense!" Ke Yan exhorted.

Dior's absence gave Ke Yan a headache.In the locker room of the visiting team, D'Antoni also made targeted deployments for the game, but he also had his troubles.

Last season, the team sent away Joe Johnson and got Al Harrington in the signing.In this season full of injuries, Al Harrington filled the team's firepower vacancy with an average of 16+7 per game, became the team's second scorer, and made great contributions to the Suns reaching the Western Conference Finals !

This season, with Stoudemire's return, Harrington "returned" to the small forward position, and the problem was immediately exposed.

On the inside, Harrington doesn't suffer from confrontation, has superior mobility, has the footwork advantage to pull outside singles, and has a three-pointer that is not stable but you can't ignore it; but back to the small forward position, his advantage All turned into disadvantages.Although most of the small forwards have an advantage in physical confrontation, the Suns did not give him room to use his physical advantage in singles!

So far this season, Harrington's data has dropped to an average of 11+6 per game, and his shooting percentage has also dropped to 41%+28%. It is not an exaggeration to say that it has declined comprehensively.How to solve the compatibility problem between him and Stoudemire is also the key to the Suns' championship!

After the grand entrance, the Phillips Center was lit up.Ke Yan looked at D'Antoni who was not far away, and it happened that D'Antoni was also looking at him. The two looked at each other, smiled, and then looked away.

From each other's eyes, we can see the belief in each other's eyes.

"Because Diaw was injured in the game against the Magic, the Eagles have always used Milicic in the starting lineup in these few games, and this game is also the same. The Suns also used the starting lineup that has been used this season. Nash , Bell, Harrington, Marion, and Stoudemire form the most offensive lineup in the league. I believe it will be a passionate game..." Mike Breen introduced.

"Di-"

With the whistle of the referee, Garnett won the jump ball with Stoudemire, and the Eagles players rushed to the front court to start the first attack.

Paul dribbles upfield, comes to the right 45 degrees, lobs the ball to Garnett in the low post, then Paul returns to the top of the key, Milicic comes out to cover him, and the three do a strong side off the ball run Mobile tactics, with the running of the weak side Joe Johnson and Anthony Parker, except for Garnett, the other four are moving, which involves the Suns' defense to the greatest extent.

However, D'Antoni made targeted deployments for the Eagles' offense. Marion misplaced to defend Joe Johnson. He is one of the most taboo defenders for Joe Johnson; The weakest Milicic, he does not suffer in terms of strength and confrontation; Bell played against Anthony Parker and Nash to guard Paul.

Without a good opportunity to score the ball, Garnett chose to force Stoudemire in the low position. Garnett chiseled Stoudemire twice with his back and made a fake jump shot to attract Stoudemire. Er jumped up to block and shifted his center of gravity, hit the ball lightly on the backboard, and took advantage of the momentum to complete the self-throw and self-dunk! (2:0)

"Yes! KG easily broke through Stoudemire's defense, threw and dunked himself, and scored. In front of KG, Stoudemire's defense is still too immature." Mike Breen said.

Compared with the "dislocation defense" of the Suns, the Eagles have only two insiders who have exchanged defenders. Garnett is responsible for limiting Stoudemire, while Milicic is responsible for protecting the frame. If Marion shoots outside the penalty area, Some space can be given.

Garnett had just eaten one, and Stoudemire was eager to get back to the field.However, Nash chose Harrington as the target of the pick-and-roll, and played Anthony Parker in a misplaced single. Stoudemire understood and dunked the ball!

On the way back to defense, Stoudemire and Nash high-fived.

Paul came to the front court with the ball, cooperated with Milicic in a fake pick-and-roll, and sent a through ball when Harrington got stuck in advance. Milicic ran back and reached the basketball and went straight to the basket, attracting Stoudemire. After making up the defense, the ball was given to Garnett. Garnett, who was in an open position at the basket, did not round and smash into the basket like Stoudemire, but directly hit the basket on the spot. . . . . . .

It seems to look even more mocking!

Stoudemire didn't have any responsibility for this ball. The main reason was that Harrington took a step in defending the pick-and-roll, but was swayed by Paul and Milicic.

Looking back, the Suns offense was still initiated by Nash, and Marion received the ball from the free throw line. Seeing that Milicic gave himself a step, he shot directly from the middle distance.

"Boom!" Milicic held Harrington, who was rushing behind him, made another pass pass and shook Stoudemire, and then pushed forward by himself.

"..." The start was sluggish, and Stoudemire was a little bit over the top.

Paul advanced to the half court and handed the ball to Anthony Parker. Facing Bell's defense, Anthony Parker chose to charge forward. Bell stuck his position and confronted Parker, but he failed to hold Parker and was knocked out of space. Parker immediately stopped the jumper and hit it! (6:2)

Back in the NBA, Parker has rarely had the opportunity to display his singles.That is to say, he chose to play hard when he saw that the opposing player was Bell, who was not as tall as him in height and weight.

After the score fell behind, D'Antoni yelled two words of encouragement into the field. Then, Nash used Marion's pick-and-roll to find a chance to train Milicic. hit. (6:4)

In fact, Garnett had enough time to complete the assist defense for this ball.But Ke Yan intentionally lightened Garnett's defense tasks, focusing on offensive singles and crushing Stoudemire.

The Eagles attacked, Paul and Garnett played a high pick-and-roll, Paul accelerated and broke through Stoudemire's defense, attracted Marion's pincer attack, the ball went to the bottom corner, Joe Johnson raised the knife and hit the iron successfully!

Nash and Al Harrington played a pick-and-roll, and the Eagles flanked Nash, leaving Al Harrington an open shot. The latter made a three-pointer from the left corner where he was good at.

Marion successfully grabbed the offensive rebound, and the second attack was blocked by Garnett!

Whether it's Stoudemire or Marion, they are constantly deflated in the face of Garnett!It also made D'Antoni, who had a chance to get Garnett, a little dull.

In fact, the most ideal trading plan for the Timberwolves is to exchange Garnett with "Stoudemire + extra head". If the Suns are willing, it will not be the Eagles' turn.It's just that the team values ​​Stoudemire's potential and is only willing to trade Marion.

McHale is not a fool, he can still see Marion's fineness very clearly!

Garnett singled Stoudemire face-to-face, easily used his footsteps to shake Stoudemire, and scored a layup. D'Antoni shook his head frequently on the sidelines.

If the Eagles are the imaginary opponent in the finals, the Suns still need to make some changes, especially adding an insider!

Although the Suns maintained a good offensive efficiency, Stoudemire was killed by Garnett in the interior, and the team was still at a disadvantage.

In the 11th minute of the game, D'Antoni replaced Nash and let Barbosa rush on the court. As a result, the Suns' situation became more chaotic, and the point difference was pulled to double digits.

At the end of the first quarter, the Eagles led the Suns by 42 points at 32:10!

In fact, for most of the first quarter, the two teams were in a balance, with a point difference of 4 to 6 points, but when Nash left the field, the point difference was quickly opened.

Teams with single-core engines have such hidden dangers!

But D'Antoni's overall thinking is indeed correct. The more single-core the team is, the more it must find a way to reduce Nash's pressure.In the second quarter, the Suns sent Banks, Barbosa, James Jones, and Harrington.Kurt Thomas' lineup, with Banks handling the ball and Barbosa in charge of the assault.

Barbosa has improved significantly this season, especially in his individual assaults. He has fully utilized his speed advantage. Don't let him organize, just let him lead the bench to attack, which is suitable for him.In order to limit him, Ke Yan replaced Gibson, Stevens, Hassel, Millsap and Mbenga lineup. "Wait for Barbossa to rush in."

Conversely, without Bobby Jackson on the court, the Eagles themselves are not very good at attacking the game. Even if the Suns' defense is not good, it is still difficult for the Eagles to score!This is another form of "mutual harm"!

After fighting each other for 2 minutes, the Suns gradually gained the upper hand. Facing the junior Millsap, Harrington was finally able to display his singles ability. The pick-and-roll finds open shots and scores mid-range shots.

Millsap has a good impact, is highly motivated to play, and has confrontation on the defensive end, but he is young after all and does not have enough defensive experience.It is more appropriate to slowly improve at the fourth overall pick on the inside, and it is indeed a heavy burden for him to assume the position of the main rotation too early.

It's okay if you play against a weak team, the main lineup can play an advantage and give him enough fault tolerance.But if there is a strong dialogue, the picture will not be very good.

The second quarter lasted for 5 minutes, and the point difference was gradually narrowed to 2 points.Mike Breen pointed out the problems of the Eagles on the sidelines: "Unfortunately, Diaw's injury has affected the regular rotation of the Eagles' insiders. The insiders of Millsap and Mbenga are somewhat powerless in such a matchup. First The saved advantage was reduced by the Suns to only 2 points, Kimi needs to make some adjustments!"

Mike Brin's words were more gentle. On the forum, the fans watching the live broadcast had already greeted Millsap with all kinds of sarcasm.

After replacing Millsap, Ke Yan hugged the opponent's neck and encouraged him: "Don't worry too much, the important thing is that you do what I asked you to do, and we will win!"

"Well, I know~" Millsap nodded and returned to the bench.