Starting from the last bus in the NBA

Chapter 83 Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously
The Sonics continue their road trip.

Although he had anticipated the difficulties in the upcoming competition, Wang Hao was still careless.

It can be said that the NBA's tactical targets, not to mention ordinary players, can also play a very good role in restricting even superstars.

And when the opponent turned his attention to Wang Hao, he did feel this kind of special care.

In the game against the Wizards, he ran into Richard Hamilton. This guy wanted to follow Wang Hao from beginning to end.

If it's just this guy, Wang Hao isn't really helpless, after all, the offense always takes the initiative.

What's more, he can also seek cooperation with his teammates.

It's just that the head coach of the Wizards, Gahad, this old guy doesn't even talk about martial arts, and he targets a young man like him.

The infinite switching of defenses during the pick-and-roll, and the usual man-to-man marking all regard Wang Hao as the focus of attention.

Let's put it this way, after the whole game, Hamilton never double-teamed anyone else, and just followed Wang Hao.

In other words, between Wang Hao and Gary Payton, or Wen Baker, they chose to target Wang Hao.

I would rather let Gary Payton and Wen Baker succeed in singles than let Wang Hao get too many opportunities.

What the hell, I'm just a rookie!

In fact, it is not incomprehensible, because even if it is aimed at Gary Payton, it may not be able to be targeted.

Rather than that, it is better to target other people.

After all, Gary Payton is not the kind of super scorer, he can't use scoring to kill the game.

If Wang Hao and Wen Baker can be restricted, it is equivalent to abolishing Gary Payton's right-hand man.

In fact, it has the same effect.

全场比赛打下来，王昊13投5中，只得到了14分8篮板1助攻，还有2篮板2盖帽。

Even these 14 points were stolen by him.

Fortunately, the offensive end is restricted, but Wang Hao performed very well on the defensive end.

In addition to marking Hamilton, he is ready to help defend at any time and has defended his opponent many times.

In addition, Gary Payton played well today, with a large double-double of 22 points and 14 assists, helping the Sonics win.

Besides Gary Payton, Vernon Maxwell and Brent Barry also played well.

Compared with the Sonics, the Wizards' lineup and strength are still somewhat inferior after all.

They won the Wizards without any risk, followed by another game against the Cavaliers, and they were still back-to-back.

The Cavaliers' lineup is also unbearable, and only one Sean Kemp can do it.

It's a pity that today's Sean Kemp is no longer the all-powerful Rain Man who was his partner Gary Payton back then.

The current him is just a fat man who indulged in drug addiction and completely ruined himself.

It is said that Sean Kemp is so fat today that he can hardly even touch the basket.

Before the game, Gary Payton had a good chat with Sean Kemp, after all, they were old teammates.

But when it came to the game, he was not polite at all, and almost had a triple-double performance, which wiped out the Cavaliers.

In addition, Wen Baker regained his form, and found a lot of face on Gary Payton's former partner.

The road trip ushered in 2 consecutive victories, which is good news.

It's just that, in this game, Wang Hao's performance is still a bit struggling, with 15 points and 5 rebounds.

In addition, the game ended early, and there was no chance to score points at the last moment.

Until the game against the Pistons, the Sonics finally stopped their winning streak, and the 2-game winning streak was ended.

Compared with the two previous opponents, the Pistons are indeed more powerful, but strength is not something that stays on paper, it needs to be reflected in the game.

With two All-Star players, Grant Hill and Stackhouse, the Pistons' lineup is indeed not bad.

It can be said that there are not many teams in the entire NBA with such a powerful forward and defensive line.

But such a team, in the previous games, only achieved a record of 1 win and 5 losses.

With this record, it's a complete team!

However, when it came to the game, the two stars really showed what it means to be omnipotent.

As the opposing player, Wang Hao was a bit confused.

In the previous games, he also knew that the opponents began to pay attention to him and would not let him play so easily.

Wang Hao is also adjusting, more running, more pick-and-roll cooperation, not only let his teammates pick and roll for him, but also cover for his teammates.

He hopes to destroy the opponent's marking through more cooperation.

Not only that, in addition to offense, he is also more attentive and focused on defense.

It can be said that in the first few games, although Wang Hao did not score many points, his contribution was definitely not low.

With his and Horace's defense on the flank, it is very effective in limiting the opponent's offense.

The opponent's scoring, as well as offensive efficiency, are the lowest.

Wang Hao feels that he has the potential to become a defensive player, and he may be the best defensive player in the future.

Unexpectedly, everything was shattered by this game.

There is no extra reason why the Sonics lost this game, it was because of Grant Hill and Stackhouse.

全场比赛，格兰特希尔得到了38分6篮板4助攻，斯塔克豪斯得到了24分4篮板8助攻。

The two scored 62 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists together.

As an important member of the Sonics' front and back line and the main defensive player, Wang Hao was blown away.

Especially in the face of Grant Hill, he was a little stunned.

There is such a feeling of helplessness that no matter how hard you try and how you defend, people can still make shots.

There were 2 minutes and 04 seconds left in the game, and the point difference was as much as 16 points. Paul Westphal voluntarily chose to give up.

Because the day after tomorrow, the Sonics have their last away game, so there is no need to work too hard today.

If you have a chance, you can fight hard. Now it is really unnecessary.

Wang Hao leaned on the bench chair, and after a while, he seemed to come to his senses.

12 points and 7 rebounds, this is his stats today, compared to Grant Hill, it is a bit horrible.

"What's the matter, rookie, do you feel a little lost!"

Wang Hao frowned. Naturally, he would not lose confidence, but it was a bit uncomfortable to be exploded.

"One thing, I couldn't guard against that guy."

"It's normal, for athletes of that level, it's impossible to completely defend them.

Unless they have a problem themselves, are not in good condition, or are not feeling well. "

"Of course I know. It's just that I think I can do better. If I can do better, the team won't lose."

Who knows, Gary Payton laughed at this moment, patted Wang Hao on the shoulder and said.

"Rookie, don't you think that we can win the game because of you?"

Hearing Gary Payton's teasing voice, Wang Hao was a little surprised, wasn't he?

(End of this chapter)