Rebirth of Hayes Cyclone

Chapter 156 [First Training!fight! 】

While other teams announced their training camp schedule, the Rockets made a surprising announcement.They used the No. 2007 pick in the Yao Ming trade, Greg Oden, to undergo a minor revision and microfracture surgery, and it was found that there were signs of cartilage damage, although the injured area was small and could be removed with microfracture technology. A problem, but this stimulates the growth of cartilage.This means that Oden will miss the entire 08-[-] season.

The tragedy that originally belonged to the Eagles was transferred to the Rockets.The Rockets have been unlucky recently. Six of last season's champions left, and Oden was unable to play in exchange. The strongest insiders they were proud of last season were only supported by David Lee and Millsap.On the coaching side, a new coaching staff has been hired.The original first assistant coach Tom Thibodeau was also purged. Thibodeau joined the Celtics and became the assistant coach of the Celtics.

Even though the lineup has changed drastically and the new No. [-] pick will be reimbursed for the season, Rockets general manager Morey and the team's new coach Adelman still said at the press conference in the afternoon that they are very optimistic about Oden's situation.I think the Rockets with McGrady still have strong competitiveness.

The Rockets also had several deals, first signing Steve Blake for 1200 million.Then traded Spanoulis, a 2009 second-round pick and some cash to the Spurs for backup centers Butler and Luis Scola.Spanoulis last season's data was 7.4 points and 2.3 assists. This data is obviously not a qualified point guard. Adelman is not optimistic about his organizational ability, so a deal in Hayes' previous life still happened.

Even with these few transactions as reinforcements, experts still predict that the Rockets will be successful if they can pass the first round of the new season.

Compared with the decline of the Rockets, the brand-new Bobcats have attracted the attention of fans across the United States.

A group of speed players joined, and the head coach is D'Antoni, who is particularly good at playing small ball tactics.It's hard to say what record the Bobcats can achieve, but the outside world generally believes that their offense will become very gorgeous.

At the media meeting at the training camp, Hayes easily overwhelmed Gerald Wallace and Okafor with his super popularity, and was hailed by the media as the new Elvis.Although he hasn't played a game for the Bobcats, he seems to have become the owner here.

Hayes is not humble, said he will lead the Bobcats into the playoffs.

The new coach D'Antoni also said in an interview that the Bobcats will use Hayes as the core to deploy tactics in the new season.He is very happy to be able to cooperate with Van Gundy. He will make a new attempt and add a positional offensive style of play to the game. The style will not be exactly like the Suns.Of course, he also fully believes that the Bobcats' current team can play the "Deshi 7-second run and bomb" attack.

In addition to the seriously injured Sean May, the Bobcats players made a collective appearance, including many Bobcat players whose contracts expired and who did not receive a new contract.

Hayes stole the limelight during the media meeting. For this, the three core players of last season, Okafor, Gerald Wallace and Felton, were somewhat uncomfortable.Several of their friends from last season were purged, and the remaining ones have not renewed their contracts. All of this is obviously to welcome the arrival of Hayes, and Hayes also brought a few of his own people. Putting on the posture of a boss, he is almost defiant.

In fact, Hayes greeted the three of them very warmly, but because they were a little blocked, they regarded Hayes' actions as hypocritical flattery.

Hayes is not angry when he sees the Bobcats' old players getting together.It is reasonable for this kind of situation to happen. The teammates who fought together have moved away, and no one will feel comfortable changing.The Bobcats' old players in the new season's lineup will only leave three main players. Hayes knows that he must conquer these three as soon as possible, and he also has such confidence.

The next day, the Bobcats had their first training session.

"Mike, when grouping, I suggest that Chuck not be grouped with the original Bobcats players. They seem to be a little bit resistant." Van Gundy sat next to D'Antoni and laughed.

"I'm thinking about that too," D'Antoni laughed.

The first training session was nothing new. After the preparatory activities, the players were divided into two teams to prepare for the group match.What the Bobcats need to do most now is to run in.It's a patchwork lineup, most of the players have never played together at all.

"Chuck, if I put you in the first team and the bench, are you confident that you can beat the Bobcats' three main players?" D'Antoni and Hayes whispered.

"It depends on who your teammates are. If you put a few rookies on my team, I won't be surprised if I can win. But against me, the three of them don't care who comes. I want to play three positions, and they Try to match up. I will let them feel the gap. As for how to group, you can figure it out." Hayes laughed.

"Okay, I've figured out how to group up." D'Antoni said, calling all the players together.

D'Antoni was very excited.After the All-Star Game last season, he hoped to coach Hayes, but he did not expect to leave the Suns, which really gave him a chance.He sees his opportunity to prove that the offense can win a championship.He is also quite satisfied with the signings of the Bobcats in the summer.In addition to Stoudemire, the only centers most suitable for running and bombing in the league are Biedrins of the Warriors and David Lee of the Rockets.Pietrus, Barnes, Thomas and others are also familiar with running and bombing offense, and should be able to quickly integrate into the tactics.

"Jeff, you can be the head coach of the bench team. How about we have a good fight?" D'Antoni laughed.

"No problem, you choose five people first." Van Gundy said.

The Bobcats claimed to be the head coach of D'Antoni, but the status of the two in the team was actually similar, because Van Gundy held the title of a senior consultant.Van Gundy has always admired the running and bombing of the Suns. It was not until last season that he found a way to restrain himself. After last season, D'Antoni also had a certain change in his opinion of Van Gundy. It is also fun for two people with opposite styles to work together. Find some inspiration from the opponent's tactics, so they get along better than expected.

With such a coaching staff, the players are very excited, especially those on the fringes who want to express themselves in order to stay on the team.

D'Antoni selected five starters: Andris Biedrins, Emeka Okafor, Gerald Wallace, Michael Pietrus and Raymond Felton.

Van Gundy chose: Thomas, Hayes, Barnes, Azubuike, Calderon.

Then D'Antoni picked four more: Walter Herman, Jeff McInnis, Alan Anderson, Weaver.

The remaining Marcin Gortat, Moon, Raymond Sessions, and Carl Landry were left to Van Gundy.

D'Antoni's side put on a red vest that symbolizes the main force, while Van Gundy's side players put on a green vest.

If there is one thing that Hayes is most dissatisfied with about the Bobcats, it is the jersey. Although the white home jersey is simple, it is still better. The away jersey is actually orange. Should men wear this color?Now even the vest is ugly enough to be green.

"Chuck, it's not very easy to play. They have so many old players over there, they must have a lot of cooperation. Mike actually picked Van (Weaver) away." Van Gundy said, he still wants to use Weaver It's a quick counterattack.D'Antoni also took a fancy to Weaver's advantage.

"That's not necessarily the case. I think our side is stronger. It is recommended to use Gortat first." Hayes laughed.

Van Gundy immediately put Gortat into the starting lineup, replacing veteran Thomas.That made the Polish big man happy.

"Chuck, I heard that you asked the coaching staff to find me. Thank you. I will try my best to stay." Gortat walked to Hayes and smiled.

"Marcin, you have height and speed. I think you are very suitable for running and shooting. As long as you are willing to fight hard, I will definitely suggest to the coaching staff to let you stay." Hayes laughed.Gave Gortat the one promise he wanted most.

When Gortat heard this, not only his eyes lit up, but even his bald head lit up, which dazzled Hayes.

Hayes walked up to Landry and Sessions again, and said with a smile, "I suggested that you two be drafted, Carl, you played well in the summer league, and I am optimistic about you. I feel inferior when I’m in a low position, and Corunna and I both lost the election back then, I hope you can prove yourself too!”

Sessions nodded vigorously, and Landry grinned broadly, showing two rows of white teeth. Hayes' first thought was to hope that these two rows of teeth would not hit Nowitzki's elbow again.

In a few words, Hayes won the hearts of the rookies.The new boss of the team wants to cover them, and the three of them naturally follow suit.

Before playing, Calderon also said to Hayes: "Thank you for changing me. This place has a better future than the Raptors. I am very happy to play with you."

Barnes smiled at Hayes, "I'm here for you. You tortured me a lot last season."

"We tortured other people together this season," Hayes laughed.The two clapped their hands.

The first five pressed their hands together.Hayes said: "Come on, let the Bobcats old players see why they need to tear down and rebuild!"

"Your slogan is really hurtful, but fortunately they are all over there." Azubuike laughed.

Players from both sides entered the field.D'Antoni believes that the person he chooses is definitely stronger than Van Gundy's side.All players have NBA experience, and Hayes' bench is a motley crew.

"Chuck, let me see your strength." D'Antoni thought to himself.

Biedrins and Gortat jump the ball, and the two are evenly matched. Biedrins barely touches the ball first and dials it to Gerald Wallace.

"Marcin, keep up with Andris, I guard Emeka!" Hayes shouted.

The green team started with man-to-man.After several passes from the red side, Wallace missed a jumper under the interference of Barnes.Okafor also worked hard when he was stuck, and he was determined to compete with Hayes.The two were evenly matched, with Hayes winning with good judgment and getting the rebound to Calderon.

Felton defended closely. Although it was a training match, the two sides did not intend to relax.Calderon passes to Hayes.Green tactics are very simple, to Hayes.

The red team used a 122 zone defense, but Okafor and Biedrins did not follow.The task of defending Hayes on the perimeter was handed over to Gerald Wallace.D'Antoni is quite satisfied with the current lineup of the Bobcats, but he is not optimistic about the players on Hayes' side, especially seeing Kurt Thomas being put off the court, he feels that Hayes is difficult to play.Thomas also has a mid-range shot. Gortat has never played in the NBA. Apart from his height, he really doesn't know what this bald head can do.

The answer is that the pick-and-roll is still available. Gotattra hits the high post, Hayes bypasses Wallace, and Biedrins immediately switches defenses.And Wallace came to a close.There was double-teaming in practice.D'Antoni made this arrangement to test Hayes' ability.

"Get off Marcin," Hayes called.Gortat was taken aback, and quickly withdrew.

Hayes dribbled the ball back while shouting, and in the process of retreating, passed back to Azubuike on the left, who immediately allocated it to Gortat who cut in the middle.Gortat dunked in, and Okafor couldn't help it. This explosive dunk was no less than Howard's dunk!

"It's not that easy to double-team me." Heye smiled.

Gerald Wallace gritted his teeth, his eyes became more serious.

(End of this chapter)