Rebirth of Hayes Cyclone

Chapter 158 [Preseason, first match against Magic! 】

Hayes managed to lose weight in Los Angeles. His weight of 106 kg made him more flexible. After two months of training, his coordination has indeed improved. He can pass the ball in the most appropriate way and maintain a good sense of balance.His shooting touch is still stable, and his rebounding ability is the strongest in the Bobcats.What his teammates admire most is his defense, from position 5 to position [-].Even the fastest Felton would feel uncomfortable being targeted by him. Although Hayes' speed is slow, his prediction is scary. It is not easy for outside players to pass him.

After 10 days of running-in in the training camp, Okafor, Felton, and Gerald Wallace, who had some opinions on Hayes at the beginning, were completely convinced.Hayes' personal ability is too strong.In the swing position in the entire league, there are only three people who can make Wallace feel ashamed, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Hayes.Wallace believes that Hayes is stronger than Anthony and can compete with James.If Hayes plays small forward, he is willing to go to the shooting guard position.

Bobcats executives are also very optimistic about the team's prospects.Although most of the players are newcomers, there is already some tacit understanding.

They found out that Xia Tian's deal had picked up a treasure.

Calderon is a player who is especially suitable for running and bombing. He has a wide vision and passes the ball well.He can use his speed advantage to break through the defender and go straight to the basket, and he can also hit shots from the outside, especially the shots at 45-degree angles on both sides are very accurate.When he first joined the Bobcats, D'Antoni had a headache for the Bobcats' point guard. Now that Calderon has trained for 10 days, he has the idea of ​​putting him in the starting lineup.Felton's physical fitness is indeed impeccable, and playing alley-oop dunks is a piece of cake, but he is not stable enough, especially his shooting percentage is unreliable.

With these two point guards in hand, the Bobcats will be fine at the No. 1 position.The third backup point guard can use Raymond Sessions. This rookie has a good overall outlook, but his body is relatively thin, and he is a bit reluctant to let go when he is on the court.

D'Antoni also likes center Gortat.When the Bobcats selected him in 2005 but did not sign, this time he will not let the big man go.He is very athletic and hard on defense, and he is a qualified inside substitute.

Landry is also a promising rookie. He has a good mid-range shot, a strong sense of air cuts, and he can play singles at the basket.He is the Bobcats must stay, Hayes especially likes to pass the ball to Landry during practice games.Landry followed Hayes all day with his bag, and almost got into a fight with Sessions in order to grab the bag.

Although the preseason hasn't started yet, the Bobcats' lineup has already been finalized.The Bobcats' old players will be cut, and with these outstanding newcomers, the veterans on the fringes are worthless.

The current lineup of the Bobcats is certainly not without shortcomings, the main lack of strong inside offensive points.Therefore, Adelman and Van Gundy have always believed that Hayes should still focus on playing inside, so as to ensure the offensive firepower inside.

The preseason of the 2007-2008 season kicked off quickly.

On October 10, the Bobcats played away against the Magic.

"This is an opportunity to verify your strength. It doesn't matter if you lose, but you must play tactics. If you have a chance, counterattack. When you are in a positional battle, let Chuck play singles. Defend 122 defenses, Emeka (Okafor) ) and Andris (Biderins), Chuck, Gerrard (Wallace), and Raymond (Felton) are out.” D’Antoni’s tactics are very similar to the Rockets’ style of play last season. picture.After the Suns failed last season, he has a new understanding, not just running and bombing.He started with the twin towers of Biedrins and Okafor. Biedrins is fast and can be used as a power forward. This lineup can play fast counterattacks and is also very strong defensively. It is currently available to the Bobcats. The strongest lineup.

Bobcats players are all smiling, last season when they encountered the Magic, they were basically beaten and cried.The Magic have gotten stronger this season, but the Bobcats aren't intimidated.

"If you want to counterattack quickly, look at my signal. If I wave and run towards the other half, you two will follow." Hayes said to Felton and Wallace.

This set of quick counterattack tactics can cause headaches for all the offensive teams in the league. The Bobcats are not tacit enough, and they have already begun to take shape.

"I've always wondered how you judge rebounds so accurately." Wallace laughed.With the benefits of being teammates with Hayes, his hostility has long since disappeared.

"Looking at the video, analyzing the arc of the basketball shot, and judging the direction of the possible ejection, Rodman is good at doing this, and he taught me a lot. There is no trick, just need to study more." Hayes laughed. He reacts faster than others, and he doesn't plan to reveal this specialty.

"No tricks? I think only you and Rodman can do this. If you put your mind on rebounding, I think you can definitely grab more than 15." Okafor said.

"It's really interesting. With you here, I think it's impossible to lose." Felton also laughed.

When the three Bobcats veteran players played, they all stood beside Hayes. In 10 days, they became "Haimi". If you want to become the boss of the team, the best way is to speak with your strength.

Dwight Howard of the Magic team walked towards Hayes, regardless of Okafor and others, a little displeased: "Chuck, I really convinced you. The maximum salary here is ready for you, You didn’t come to Magic and chose Bobcats, don’t you think it’s better to come and find me in Bobcats?”

"Hahaha, Dwight, the two of us are together, of course we are invincible. But if I go to the Magic, will you let me be the boss? I am in the Bobcats, and I can win the championship. This is a promising ball Team, I want to build a dynasty, when my jersey will be retired in the Bobcats, I will do it in a few years." Hayes said without humility.

"You are too confident. Let's see who is stronger today." Howard smiled and shook hands with Hayes.In this game, the Magic signed Canadian flying man Vince Carter, and Howard's goal has become a championship.

"This kid is too arrogant." Okafor said.

"He also has the capital of arrogance. The strongest centers in the league are him and Yao Ming. I know Yao Ming's strength best. His comprehensive defensive ability, Dwight is more comprehensive. He is probably the best center this season. Emeka , you have to fight hard today." Hayes said seriously.

Gerald Wallace's eyes are also full of fighting spirit. He is a desperate player, which is why Hayes values ​​him. The person who is playing against him today is Carter.He really wants to prove that he also has the strength to be selected as an All-Star.

Although it was only a preseason game, a large number of Magic fans attended the game, and the stadium was almost full.

Home commentator Mike Breen said: "This game has brought together many stars, and there must be a fierce battle. The Bobcats have shown their determination to overthrow and rebuild this summer, and the lineup has changed a lot. Signing Hayes is the biggest supplement. Strong, and Pietrus, Barnes, Weaver, Azubuike and others are also very strong role players. The Magic renewed Howard this season and signed Carter, but also gave up Milicic. Lineup Overall improved. Mark, who do you think will win today?"

Just retired power forward Mark Jackson was a commentator for the Magic, and said with a smile: "I think the Magic is more likely to win, because the Bobcats' lineup needs to be adjusted, and it is difficult to cooperate as well as the Magic, except for Hayes and Hua. Rais, they also lack attack points. These two didn't average very high points per game last season."

Mike Breen said: "I agree with you, but you can't underestimate the Bobcats. It is said that Hayes practiced with Jordan, Johnson, Barkley, and Rodman in Los Angeles. Four superstars gave one person at the same time As an assistant coach, this kind of situation is really rare. They are all optimistic about Hayes, and maybe Hayes can bring more surprises to the fans. If he can improve significantly on the basis of last season, then terrible."

"It is not impossible for Hayes to improve. I think it will be mainly in terms of scoring. Yao Ming and McGrady had a lot of shots when the Rockets were in charge. Hayes scored a lot by relying on the second offense. Now without McGrady's suppression, he His offensive ability may be completely liberated, I think Hayes may be better than Tracy McGrady." Mark Jackson said.He played against Hayes in the Hornets last season, and he has a deep understanding of how strong Hayes is.

"McGrady was the MVP of last season, you said Hayes is better than him?" Mike Breen laughed.

"Barkley said the same thing, didn't he? I think the Rockets made a big mistake in abandoning Hayes and choosing McGrady as the core. Yao Ming must also think that Hayes is stronger, and he is so honest that he asked for a transfer. As a result, the Rockets Yao Ming was traded for Tracy McGrady, and Oden was reimbursed for the season. Several players followed Hayes to the Bobcats, which can explain a lot of problems. I think Hayes is likely to become a league star in a few years. It's a pity he didn't come to the Magic." Mark Jackson laughed.

"Let's see the game."

The starting players of both sides played.

Magic starters: point guard Jameer Nelson, shooting guard Vince Carter, small forward Turkoglu, power forward Tony Batty, center Dwight Howard.

Bobcats starting: Felton, Wallace, Hayes, Biedrins, Okafor.

Howard easily beat Okafor with a jump ball, and Nelson caught the ball and passed it to Carter.Carter quickly broke into the three-point line with the ball and made a jumper with an emergency stop. 2 to 0.

The Canadian trapeze showed good form at the beginning.Last season, he averaged 25.2 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists per game. This is not inferior to McGrady's performance, and his shooting percentage is 45.7%, which is higher than McGrady.He is still at his peak this season.

The Bobcats attack, and Felton dribbles the ball halfway under Nelson's pressure and hands it to Hayes.Okafor came out to pick and roll, Hayes broke through on the right side and matched up with Howard.

bring it on.Even if it's a monster, don't try to defend me one-on-one.Hayes took a step to the right, shifting his shoulders to the right.Then shift the ball to the left hand in disguise.Howard's speed was very fast, his body adjusted immediately, and he took a step to the right, but Hayes then stepped down to dribble, crossed his left hand with his right hand, and passed Howard from the right.

Howard is not a fuel-efficient lamp, immediately turned around and walked in the middle to chase Gay Hayes.Hayes goes to the basket, jumps with both feet, jumps high and looks about to dunk with both hands, Tony Batty and Howard jump together to block the block.Hayes shrank, hit Batty in the air, sent the ball from under Howard's arm with one hand, and staggered to the ground.The referee whistled, Batty fouled, the ball spun twice on the hoop, and went in!
(End of this chapter)