the great gatsby

Chapter 57 Is this a trick?
However, Deron did not make Sloan's choice a joke. In the past few years, he has led the team to the playoffs and continuously defeated the Rockets, who were stronger on paper. In the past few years, Deron has gradually entered the league. The scope of discussion for the first point guard.

But the old coach feels that Deron is gradually wanting to get rid of his coaching, and he always doesn't play according to his worthless tactics at certain times, which makes the old coach very dissatisfied.

Gatsby knew these past events, but he had no time to think about them. Now he has to think about how to resist Deron's singles. Deron's dribbling is not fancy, but it does not mean that he is easy to defend. On the contrary, Deron's breakthrough is very difficult to defend. , Deron's breakthrough is not as fast as Chris Paul, but he has an excellent rhythm.

Most of his breakthroughs are accomplished through extreme changes of direction. The opponent not only has to defend his breakthroughs, but also his passes. Deron also has a step-back jumper. Sometimes Deron makes a fake jump shot. By pretending to take a step back, the defender may not be able to control himself and jump first.

It is difficult to be restricted by players who can shoot and shoot, not to mention that Deron is still a pass-oriented point guard. There is basically no way for such a player to be restricted on the court.

Gatsby lowered his center of gravity and stuck to Deron. Deron protected the ball with his hands, and then hesitantly took a step to give himself space. A large change of direction shook Gatsby's center of gravity, and Gatsby tried his best to control it. The body wanted to keep up with Deron, but he didn't expect Deron to change direction again, whistling past him and hitting David Lee for a layup!
Jazz fans stood up and applauded Deron's breakthrough.

Gatsby shook his head. At this time, Deron is too strong, he is obviously the league's number one point guard. Although Paul has more comprehensive statistics than Deron, Deron can beat Paul, let alone Gatsby.

Gatsby's current physical fitness is not bad, but his skills are still at the CBA stage. He can play well in these games, but he relies on his opponents being unfamiliar with him and the games he has accumulated. Experience, once he is familiar with his opponents or meets these top players, his weaknesses will be exposed.

D'Antoni rubbed his chin. He was a little worried about this disciple. Although Gatsby was steady and experienced, in D'Antoni's view, no matter how precocious Gatsby was, he was still a young man under 20 years old. He had to face Deron William For a top point guard in the league like James, it would be bad if his confidence was hit. You must know that it is very difficult to build confidence, but it is very easy to destroy it.

He valued Gatsby very much. Gatsby really showed him the hope of the Knicks' rise. His tactical system had very strict requirements on point guards. It was not easy to find a disciple who could be trained. He didn't want to be defeated by his opponent just like that. His confidence was shattered, so he quickly called a timeout.

Gatsby is a little strange. He knows that D'Antoni doesn't care much about defense. Although they can't guard their opponents now, there are no problems with the team's offense.

"Gatsby, just try to defend Deron as much as possible. It doesn't matter if you can't defend. Deron is the top point guard in the league tied with Chris Paul. You are still young. It is normal that you can't guard him. Observe more His style of play, just learn how he handles the ball, and don’t worry too much about the rest.” D’Antoni quickly hugged Gatsby’s waist as soon as Gatsby came down.

Gatsby finally understood that the coach was worried that his confidence would be hit. He was a little moved, but also a little funny: "Coach, are you afraid that I will be hit?"

D'Antoni was a little embarrassed when he saw through his mind: "Gatsby..."

Gatsby didn't wait for D'Antoni to speak, hugged the teacher directly, and whispered in D'Antoni's ear: "Mike, please don't worry, nothing can kill me, it will only make me stronger!"

D'Antoni looked at this student in amazement. The fighting spirit in Gatsby's eyes made his heart move. He might have underestimated this student. His heart became more and more excited. A great player is not only technically Superb, he must have the matching mental attributes, which include a big heart and an indomitable competitive spirit.

D'Antoni has spent half his life in the NBA. He has seen and experienced too much. Some players have extraordinary talents, but they do not have the indomitable fighting spirit. In the end, their achievements are far inferior to those talents. But there are players who are competitive like crazy and paranoid.

Today's Gatsby made him want to re-examine.

It's rare to have extraordinary physical talent, it's rare to have a broad vision and leadership skills, it's rare to have high morale and perseverance, and it's even rarer to be fiercely competitive!

The game continues.

Both sides have no personnel adjustments, and the Knicks have the ball.

After receiving the ball, Gatsby quickly crossed the half court. Gallinari came up to block slightly. Gatsby circled around Gallinari to block Deron. projection!
That's it?Deron was puzzled.

"Three-pointer! Gatsby hit his first three-pointer tonight!"

Gatsby glanced at Deron and smiled—you have your characteristics, and I also have my strengths, and my strengths are my long—— projections!
The Knicks lead by one point.

Deron turned back to pick and roll again, and returned the ball to Boozer to attract the defense. Boozer gave the ball to Okur who made a three-pointer, and Okur hit a three-pointer.

At 9:11, the Jazz took the lead by 2 points.

Gatsby dribbled the ball past half court. Gallinari was waiting at the LOGO. Gatsby calculated the distance from a distance. Deron also bypassed Gallinari in advance. Gatsby accelerated the breakthrough. After Deron bypassed Being pulled away by Gatsby, he was a little anxious when he saw Gatsby's breakthrough, so he quickly accelerated and chased, but Gatsby suddenly stopped at the three-point line, and Deron overtook him!
Gatsby made another shot from the three-point line!

Three more points!

12:11!The Knicks took the lead again.

Gatsby hit two three-pointers in a row!

Deron looked at Gatsby in amazement, this is a trick, why is it so accurate?
And this style of play is too nerve-wracking. How can anyone play like this? The game has just started, and they are throwing three-pointers like this. Isn't this the time for everyone to play steadily?

D'Antoni is calm. He has never been a coach who follows the rules. He is an innovator in this league. The sun's bombardment is like this. Nash holds the ball and plays a fast break. Throw it - it's done!
Gatsby likes to shoot three-pointers. D’Antoni naturally understands it very well, and he encourages Gatsby to shoot more. Gatsby’s shooting percentage is too high, with a true shooting percentage of 67.5%. Such a shooting percentage does not allow him to shoot. cast.

And Gatsby is a pass-oriented guy. He knows how to mobilize the enthusiasm of his teammates, and he can neither hurt the enthusiasm of his teammates nor delay his own shooting.

(End of this chapter)