NBA: I really just want to be a second-in-command

Chapter 58 [Tactical Vulnerabilities of the Sun]

Intermission.

Lakers locker room.

The final score of the first half was finally fixed at 52:40
The Lakers trailed by twelve points.

Everyone thought that Zen Master would adjust his tactics during the intermission.

After all, Zen Master basically didn't take the initiative to make any tactical adjustments in the first half, and everyone made adjustments on the court by themselves.

But to everyone's surprise, the Zen master did not make any tactical adjustments during the intermission.

"Guys, you guys did a good job in the first half, played hard and positive, and continued to play like this in the second half. Regarding the Suns' tactics, you made a clear judgment on the court, which is very good. Keep working hard. !"

Lu Yusheng was taken aback for a moment. Although he didn't specify it directly, he could tell that Zen Master seemed to approve of the tactical adjustments he made on the field.

Simash Parker quit, and directly questioned Zen Master, "Coach, I really want to know why I am not allowed to play during my rotation time?"

Zen Master looked calmly, "Park, listen, I told you before the start of the game, because it is related to the renewal of the team's broadcast contract, the management has higher requirements for our team's record this year. To reach [-] wins, the playoffs must reach at least the Western Conference semifinals..."

"Does it have anything to do with my rotation time? Did I play poorly in the first half? I also played hard."

The atmosphere suddenly became stiff, and everyone's eyes turned to the Zen master.

"Listen to me. I believe you guys know better than me what the concept of fifty wins in the regular season is. Therefore, we have to do everything we can to win every regular season game. Therefore, in order to win, we will Every team we meet, according to different tactics, decides everyone's playing time."

The Zen master continued to emphasize, "It has nothing to do with who is better or worse. It is purely adjusted according to the opponent's tactics. Our goal is to win. If we can win, it's okay to let me play the game, so , everyone must obey the arrangement of the coaching staff, have I made it clear enough?"

Although Simash Parker was dissatisfied in his heart, he didn't say anything more when the Zen master talked about it.

After all, as the head coach with the highest salary in the league, Zen Master's status in the Lakers is not something that Simash Parker can compete with.

But after all, I feel uncomfortable. In the first game of this new season, my rotation time was replaced by a rookie. I really can't hold back my face.

The atmosphere in the locker room was delicate for a while.

Odom, Turiaf, and Tony Hans had a good relationship with Simash Parker, so they naturally complained about Parker in their hearts.

And people like Luke Wharton, Aaron McGee, and La Manovich are not very happy, but it is not because of their good relationship with Simash Parker, it is purely because they were appointed by the Zen master before. With heavy responsibility, he is an important organizer of team tactics.

But now, Lu Yusheng, a rookie, changed his tactics at will on the field, but Zen master turned a blind eye and encouraged him instead. Naturally, they felt a little uncomfortable.

Although they didn't express these emotions, Lu Yusheng felt them all.

Tremendous stress!

In the second half, he had to do better in order to be worthy of Zen Master's trust.

It is best to win this game.

In the locker room of the Suns, the atmosphere is much more pleasant.

After all, they hadn't tried their best in the first half, and the score was already far ahead.

In their eyes, the current Lakers are not opponents at all.

Therefore, during the intermission, Stoudemar took them to chat happily about some interesting things that had nothing to do with the game, which made everyone laugh and laugh.

Only Nash and head coach Mike D'Antoni whispered something.

And the two of them were not discussing tactics.

"Mike, I think you can suggest to the management that Steve Kerr (the general manager of the Suns at the time) has been trying to find me a substitute. I think this kid can. His insight ability is also very strong, I think he has great potential, before he can play, maybe we can get him from the Lakers at a small price." Nash said.

"No, no, Nash, it is impossible for us to decide to sign a player just because of the half-court ball. Everyone will have a bright moment. Besides, he is still a rookie and cannot be traded in a short time."

"But if he plays out, will the Lakers let him go?"

"That can't be helped, Nash, I completely believe in your vision, but the NBA is a business after all. Since it is a business, you must pay attention to the rules of the business. The team management will not decide to fight for a game just because of one game. A player, especially a rookie, there are too many uncertainties." D'Antoni said.

Nash nodded, somewhat regretful in his eyes.

The Suns have indeed been looking for a substitute for Nash, because the Brazilian Lightning Barbosa's organizational skills and tactical understanding are really poor, which caused the Suns' offense to become a mess after Nash left the field.

The depth of the bench lineup has been strengthened this year, but if there is no good engine to drive it, it may still be difficult to play its due strength.

Although he and Lu Yusheng only fought for a few rounds, as a historical point guard, he still keenly captured the spirituality of Lu Yusheng. This kind of spirituality is very important for a point guard. Precious, Nash believes that many of the famous point guards he has played against do not have it.

If Lu Yusheng can be brought to the Suns to serve as a substitute for himself, then the substitute lineup will no longer be a shortcoming of the Suns.

So even though D'Antoni denied his idea, he didn't give up.

He decided to discuss the matter with team general manager Steve Kerr after he went back.

……

The second half of the game begins.

At this point, the team will generally still use the main lineup to play.

The Zen master probably wanted to eliminate Sima Shiparke's grievances, so he replaced Lu Yusheng and replaced him with Sima Shipak.

Lu Yusheng didn't complain about this, because there were still some things he didn't understand about the Sun's tactics.

It's not bad to stay on the sidelines to observe and figure out how to solve the tactics.

Lakers offense.

Lu Yusheng was not on the court, and the Lakers did not play the triangle offense. After all, this tactic was completely restricted in the first half.

Sima Shi Parker imitated Lu Yusheng, and asked Bynum to come up and play pick-and-roll tactics with him.

But the rotation of the Suns didn't give them any chance at all. This time the tactics were killed, and in the end Bynum barely ended with a mid-range shot that he was not good at.

In the Lakers' second offensive round, this pick-and-roll tactic still failed.

Lu Yusheng saw it off the court and was anxious about it!

He knew in his heart that if he continued at this pace, he would definitely lose this game. There was only one more quarter left. The key to catching up with the score and winning the game was whether he could destroy the Sun's rotation defense!
But what are the weaknesses of the Suns' rotational defensive system?
When the Lakers played the pick-and-roll again in the next round, Lu Yusheng carefully observed the rotation of the sun.

Suddenly his eyes lit up!
I was so excited that I almost stood up from my seat!

That's right!That's right!
Although their rotation defense seems to be airtight, in fact, there is still a loophole! !
Although, this loophole is very hidden!
(End of this chapter)