start with scouting

Chapter 703

In fact, Su Yang has already made up his mind on what to do next, that is, he does not insist on being number one in the West, and strives to enter the playoffs in a healthy manner. Although he changed his mind at the beginning of the season, there is nothing he can do about it. Avoid injury.

However, considering the status quo of the Kings, the players must be allowed to express their opinions, but even if all members verbally agree that they must compete for the first place, they will not take it seriously. The main purpose is to let the players improve their sense of participation and purpose.

"I think we will continue to compete for the first place. Even if Curry is injured and truces, I and Giannis, Rose, and LaVine, Brogdon, Tatum, Covington, Green are also very powerful. I remember you I often encourage me to say that people need to create pressure on themselves to do a lot of things, which is conducive to success, and in order to achieve four consecutive championships, we should do that..."

As the veteran of the team, Cousins ​​took the lead in speaking, which was very contagious. The moment the voice fell, everyone cheered.

"I also think it is necessary to continue to fight for the number one..."

Antetokounmpo spoke excitedly, "I can play for a long time and play back-to-back games. I can give up some offensive possessions and focus more on defense. I believe our strength is very close to the other three strong teams in the West. , as long as Curry returns home from injury, we can return to the position of the league's top team and continue to study how to play against the Cavaliers."

"I safely agree!"

Curry followed suit, and LaVine, Covington and others spoke up one after another, and the Kings quickly reached an agreement.

For what Brother Antetokounmpo said, there is no hesitation, even the absent-minded LaVine became high-spirited.

Seeing this, Su Yang smiled and nodded to express his understanding: "Then continue to fight for the number one in the west! Let the whole world know the king again!"

Say it, practice it.

Su Yang adjusted his common tactics simultaneously, reduced outside three-pointers, added more air cuts and inside offenses, tried his best to reduce the impact of Curry's absence, and even made preparations for Curry's absence for a period of time in the playoffs. After all, Curry is about to 30-year-old veteran.

Even with good protection, Curry will still be injured. It is determined by the physical fitness of the gods. His coordination and flexibility are unparalleled in the world, but his ankles are not so interesting. There are repeated problems in his career, and there will be confrontations. .

On the 27th of the next day, the Kings flew to Los Angeles to challenge the Clippers in an away game. Cousins ​​and Antetokounmpo teamed up to smash Griffin's truce due to injury inside the Clippers, leading the team to a 122-95 victory. Three inside players from the Clippers were sent off.

Back in Saskatchewan, the Kings finally ushered in a sweet five-game home game. First, they faced Booker's comeback to play the Suns.

Browsing the scouting report before the game, I found that TJ Warren and Booker seemed to be at odds. Su Yang immediately formulated a countermeasure to double-team Warren, the forward player who is more threatening to the king, and deliberately encouraged Booker to take more shots. , anyway, just came back.

After the game started, Tatum and the starter Payton Jr. double-teamed Warren according to the arrangement, and Booker naturally got more shots. However, in the first quarter, he made 8 of 2 shots, while Antetokounmpo and Cousins ​​crazily rushed inside, allowing the old boxing champion Chandler is difficult to defend.

After three and a half quarters, the Kings led by as many as 19 points.

The Suns still have theoretical hope of catching up, but the Suns have no momentum. Without a leader like Paul to twist the rope, Ball is still a rookie.There is no coach like Monty who talks about chicken soup. Gentryano will only arrange for the team to play pick and roll. For Booker, who has made 29 of 9 shots, he dare not ask for an adjustment to his style of play, but he chooses to withdraw. All the main force, admit defeat in advance.

On the last day of the year, the Kings faced the Grizzlies.

The Grizzlies have 11 wins and 25 losses in the new season. On the one hand, it is because of the deviation of the overall lineup, and on the other hand, it is because of poor decision-making. What is it like.

With the backcourt advantages of Rose and LaVine, the Kings easily won the game 114 to 96, and the five members of the team scored in double figures.

The Grizzlies' former Kings player Tyreke Evans played well. He made 16 of 10 shots and scored 25 points, 5 assists and 7 rebounds. Kings fans cheered him on.

Su Yangxin said that it's not about drugs. Ayton was suspended for 20 games, and Evans' two-year suspension is an exaggeration.

After finishing the press conference, the whole team waited for the arrival of the New Year together, and incidentally broadcasted the live broadcast for free publicity for MT.

Thomas Jr., Guy and other old generals of the king called Su Yang one after another to send New Year greetings. Durant, Harden and others had sent special greetings on Christmas before. Happy, after all, the relationship between master and apprentice.

While chatting with Jiang Ruolan, Su Yang said with emotion: "In the past, I didn't care so much about New Year and Christmas wishes..."

Jiang Ruolan smiled and said: "Because your grades were booming at the time, now you have encountered a small setback. When people are frustrated, they pay more attention to whether there are still so many people supporting you. Although you are known as the king of coaches, you are also human... "

On the second day of the New Year, the Kings played against the Hornets at home.

In the new season, the Hornets get Howard, plus Kemba Walker, McGeegee and Batum. The lineup is a bit competitive, but every position is quite average, but the advantages and disadvantages are obvious. It's okay, but he's short and has poor defense, while McGeegee's defense is okay, but he hasn't practiced his shooting, and his height is more disadvantaged when playing inside.

Antetokounmpo's impact has become a nightmare for the Hornets, and both Marvin Williams and Howard are difficult to defend.Cousins' mid-range and long-range shots also made Howard quite uncomfortable, and further made room for LaVine, Rose and Tatum to rush to the basket crazily.

At the end of the game, the Kings won 131 to 111, achieving a record of '13 players played, 9 scored in double figures'.

According to the schedule, there are three days of rest.

Su Yang took time to welcome a new batch of high school students who came to Saskatchewan to study abroad, shared some life experience, reminded some precautions, and went to the business conference held by the Chinese community. king.

That made him almost think that the yellow robe was added to his body, but when he thought about it carefully, he could indeed work hard for decades, investing and controlling various fields in Saskatchewan like Jiacheng. Anyway, Saskatchewan is regarded as a forgotten superstar in the United States. .

On the [-]th, the Kings will play against the Spurs at home.

Su Yang started with Antetokounmpo + Covington's striker line. The guards arranged for Payton Jr. and Brogdon. At the same time, he boldly double-teamed Leonard and allowed Danny Green, who only made 36% of his three-pointers, to take more three-pointers. Really put the Spurs down.

The game fell into a hard fight, the two teams came and went, the Spurs rushed to the inside crazily, and the Kings continued to train Alder and Gasol at high positions.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, Su Yang dispatched Antetokounmpo and Cousins ​​ahead of schedule to establish a 7-0 lead, forcing Popovich to take over, and finally defeated the Spurs 107-100, struggling to win five consecutive victories , can be regarded as a substantial increase in momentum.

Being able to beat a strong team without Curry is very important for the Kings and it is very helpful for increasing self-confidence.

With a day off, the Kings face the Nuggets.

Double-teamed at the beginning, did not let Murray drive the momentum of the Nuggets, and followed Antetokounmpo to punish the weak inside of the Nuggets. Chest said to Su Yang that there was no problem.

In the end, the Kings beat the Nuggets 119 to 91.

The whole team went back to the locker room to celebrate wantonly. Suddenly, Grant asked where Cousins ​​was. Cousins.

"After he left the field just now, he told me that his footsteps were uncomfortable. My preliminary test result was a stress fracture. According to conventional estimates, this season will be completely reimbursed. When will he be able to play, we need to observe the recovery situation in real time..."

Su Yang heard his head buzzing, and his first reaction was to think that you are fine and learn from LeBron, so you don't want to listen to it.

After thinking about it again, after being frustrated for a long time, the winning streak was too high and he did not resolutely stop Cousins. In the past, Cousins ​​would never be allowed to continue to appear on the stage, let alone Cousins, even as a substitute for a long time. Nor would Dorian allow it.

While thinking about it, Su Yang held Cousins' right hand: "Don't worry, I will offer you a long-term contract with a maximum salary..."

(End of this chapter)