Rebirth of Hayes Cyclone

Chapter 75 [Hayes' plan, Knicks' decision]

As a veteran fan, Peter Berger knows a lot about basketball.He gave Hayes advice: "I heard that there is a very powerful jumping training program in the sports world, which can improve people's jumping ability by more than 20 to 30 centimeters. You can practice according to that method, and it will definitely help .”

"I know that plan. It is indeed useful, but it is too exaggerated to say that an increase of 20 to 30 centimeters depends on the person. The jumping ability is related to the Achilles tendon, strength, and explosive power. There is a training camp before the start of the preseason. , the assistant coach asked me to start doing that kind of exercise, and my progress is not obvious now." Hayes smiled bitterly: "It's just like this after I finished the practice, is it hopeless?"

"You can keep up with the speed of many guards, and you can also perform dunks at the basket. In fact, it is not bad." Peter Berger laughed.

Hayes' jumping ability is really good now, and he can basically get rid of the title of "floor flow".But he is incomparable with Barkley, and there is only one freak like Barkley in the entire NBA history.

"It's hard to improve my physical fitness. I inherited a pair of thick legs, which is an advantage and a disadvantage. If I want to greatly improve my jumping and speed, unless I use Hollywood's method, I am bitten by a radioactive spider or something." Hayes laughed.

"But I believe you will think of ways to become stronger." Peter Borg smiled: "Before this season, I rarely watched Rockets games. After watching you lose to the Hornets, I began to appreciate you. Because you Willing to work hard, God always favors those who love to work hard. You are still young and much better than me. I have worked hard for more than 10 years to become a director from a role player."

"Even if I hit 43 years old, my professional career is only 20 years old. I have to hurry up." Hayes thought for a while and asked, "You are an old fan. What happened to Barkley in the last few years?" What about the broken bag?"

"It's the ass technique you often use. If someone comes to double-team, he turns around, squeezes into the gap and shoots with low hands. I don't recommend you use this method. Because once you don't score, your teammates can't grab rebounds at all. Barkley in The Rockets’ offense has not been good for a few years. His biggest role is to grab rebounds. Chuck, you don’t need to think too much about offense. Not so much. He played with Moses Malone for the first few years and led the board in rebounding."

"Now I often play as a small forward. I have to disperse my energy on defense, and I have fewer rebounds in the backcourt. If I have been playing power forward, I am confident that I can average more than 13 rebounds." Hayes smiled confidently.His rebounding ability has improved rapidly. In the team, Yao Ming and Mutombo have already surpassed him.

"Then how do I break the double-team? When Barkley was young, the NBA didn't have zone defense." Hayes said.This question bothered him, and it seemed difficult to find an answer from Barkley.

"The best way to break the double-team is to pass the ball." Peter Berger drank some water and said seriously: "Didn't you win the Suns? Do you dare to double-team Nash?"

After listening to Peter Berger's words, Hayes seized the inspiration.In terms of physical fitness, Nash is worse than him, but who dares to double-team Nash?

"I see. My current pass is not good enough!" Hayes excitedly tapped his thigh and said loudly.

People say that the onlooker can see clearly, and that's true.Hayes almost went in the wrong direction again.His physical fitness is indeed not strong enough, but it is more practical to practice passing than to strengthen his physical fitness.If you can closely combine offense and passing, and the passing is so good that people dare not double-team, you will naturally get singles opportunities.

Nash's passing awareness may be difficult for others to develop, but Hayes can definitely do it.His reaction speed is faster than Nash, and his vision is not bad.What is lacking is passing skills, grasping the passing timing and sense of rhythm.

Hayes thought about it and felt that the most suitable tactic for him was run and bomb.When the Rockets ran and bombed, he played much better.

"Thank you, Peter. It's a good thing that I'm here in Hollywood today. Otherwise, I would only practice physical strength and strong play in the team, and I don't know how much time I wasted." Hayes laughed.

"You're welcome, I don't even know what I've helped you with." Peter Borg laughed.

"You helped me find my direction. I'm going to develop in the direction of Magic Johnson and be an all-around fighter." Hayes laughed.Back in Houston, he's about to start working on a training plan.

Hayes had a wonderful road trip, had a good time, and met a director friend in Hollywood, Peter Berger.The two exchanged phone calls and e-mails and planned to keep in touch in the future.

After the meal, Hayes bid farewell to Peter Berger and returned to the hotel.

At this moment, on the other side of the United States, something went wrong in the New York Knicks game against the Denver Nuggets at home.

With 1 minute and 15 seconds left in the game, the Nuggets have already led by a score of 119 to 100.

At this time, Nuggets coach George Karl made a stupid decision and still sent the starting lineup to play on the court. This clearly wanted to humiliate the Knicks and slap the home team in the face.

Knicks coach Thomas was not to be outdone. During the timeout, he yelled at Anthony: "You better not enter the penalty area, or you will be abolished."

This is simply a naked threat.Thomas' words were heard by rookie Marty Collins. He understood that as long as someone breaks through, he will foul vigorously!

As a result, JR Smith of the Nuggets made a quick layup, and the Knicks' bench guard Marty Collins, a first-year rookie who had just played for less than a minute, made a throwing technique from the air to "hold a pig in his arms and kill"!Grabbed JR-Smith by the neck and pinned him to the ground.

"Boy, do you want to reincarnate early?" Smith got up and rushed to Collins quickly, and the two sides quarreled under the basket.

At this time, the dunk king Nate Robinson, who was standing next to Collins, rushed out and lifted Smith.

This kid is simply full.Seeing being pushed by a small man with only 175cm, Smith, who could have restrained himself, lost his temper.

The two started shoving.

At this time, Anthony, the leading scorer in the league this season, quickly rushed up from behind and pushed Nate Robinson away with both hands. JR Smith, encouraged by his teammates, wrestled with Nate Robinson.

The other players on both sides also rushed over quickly. Just as the managers of the two teams and the security personnel of the stadium separated the players of the two teams, Anthony's provocation once again expanded the situation.He nimbly ran from the crowd to Marty Collins, slammed the Knicks rookie in the face with a swinging right hand, and after beating him, Anthony quickly retreated to his teammates.

This action aroused the anger of all the Knicks. All the players on the field rushed to Anthony. Small forward Jeffries took the lead, but he was tripped by Camby of the Nuggets. Rees had to give up because he was hugged by his teammate Frye.The sober Collins once rushed to the Nuggets bench, but the stadium management once again acted as a wall, and the final situation ended with 10 players being sent off.

This is the worst incident in the league since the Auburn Hills Palace riots in 2004, and the players involved in the brawl will undoubtedly be severely sanctioned by the league.

The New York Knicks' already weak roster is bound to get worse.

Some people are happy and some are worried, the Rockets' trading opportunity has arrived.

the next morning.

In the hotel restaurant.The two men were whispering in front of a dining table, obviously looking like they were in collusion and a conspiracy was successful.

Jeff Van Gundy said with a smirk: "Hmph... Chuck, CD (Dawson) called in the morning, and the Knicks agreed to our trade plan, exchanging Bunch Wells for David Lee, When they get back to Houston, they're going to complete the swap."

Hayes smiled slyly and said, "Hey hey hey...that's great, they must think they've made a lot of money by trading a second-year rookie with the No. 30 pick for our best sixth man."

"Hmph... Chuck, I think it's better for you not to smile like this, you look like a bad guy."

"Hey... Don't talk about me, you don't look like a good person when you smile."

The other guests in the restaurant felt horrified when they saw the distorted expressions of the two, and kept their distance from them by coincidence, avoiding them far away. Fortunately, the restaurant is spacious enough and there are enough tables.

Bunch-Wells has been Tracy McGrady's number one substitute this season. In the last two games, he even entered the starting lineup, scoring 31 points and 7 rebounds, 15 points and 6 rebounds, and he has become the new giant of the Rockets...

For a month, Van Gundy and Hayes often praised Bunche-Wells in the post-match press conference. After McGrady was injured, he even blew Wells into the sky. They weaved a beautiful "fairy tale" that made people Thought Wells could replace McGrady.It was blown that the Chinese fans began to vote for the Wells All-Star, and the number of votes at the shooting guard position has surpassed that of Ray Allen.

Wells' personal ability is not bad, and his season averages are indeed beautiful, reaching 17.8 points and 7.1 rebounds, both of which have created career highs.

Look at David Lee of the Knicks, the trade partner. First, he was injured for half a month, and he was also a substitute every game when he played, scoring 5.8 points and 5.3 rebounds.

Comparing the data, I am afraid that everyone will think that Rockets manager Dawson is old-fashioned and sent the Knicks a star swingman for nothing in exchange for a blue-collar.

However, those who are interested will find that Wells' average playing time is 34 minutes, which is a career high. His shooting percentage is not high, and he will definitely not be replaced during garbage time.All of this was deliberately arranged by Jeff Van Gundy.

Where's David Lee?His playing time is only about 17 minutes, which is half of Wells, and he can get 17 rebounds in 5.3 minutes. What kind of efficiency is this?
The Knicks also know the value of David Lee.He is still young, very promising and worthy of training.However, because of yesterday's brawl, many people on the Knicks will definitely be suspended.And their outside offense is not strong at all, Francis is crippled, and Marbury is getting worse and worse.

The Knicks urgently need to strengthen the team's offensive impact, and the Rockets' proposal can just meet their needs. Although David Lee has potential, he is only a substitute for Curry and Channing Frye.

After some weighing, Knicks coach and general manager Thomas felt that a trade could be made.

David - Lee's value is only based on speculation, no one knows what he can develop into.Wells is different. As long as he comes, he is a strong offensive point.The star data of Wells playing against the Spurs in the playoffs last season is vivid. The King offered Wells a 5-year mid-level contract, and Wells also refused.Thomas believes that although Wells is too old, he can play for at least another 5 years.If he doesn't play well in the future, he can renew his contract with a low salary after the end of next season, which is definitely a profit.

At this time, who would have thought that the real benefit would be the Rockets. This deal was premeditated for a long time, and they took advantage of it?
While calling Wells an All-Star, while planning to send Wells away, the actions of Van Gundy and Hayes are really insidious.Dawson, who was in charge of the transaction, couldn't help sighing: People can't be so shameless!
Hayes knows David Lee's future, and the Knicks will definitely regret it after the trade.

"Smiling Assassin" Thomas will definitely sing like Guangliang's "Fairy Tale": "You cry and tell me that fairy tales are all lies..."

(End of this chapter)