Reborn in the 96 golden generation

Chapter 230 Princeton Substitute
After listening to Harris' lecture, Zhou Yu couldn't help frowning. Although Harris emphasized defense, he didn't mention much about offense. The current problem of the Lakers is precisely that the offensive efficiency is not high, causing the opponent to seize the opportunity to counterattack.

When the substitute comes off the bench, Sprewell and Van Exel will naturally have to fight alone, and the Lakers' situation may be even worse.

Thinking of this, he took the initiative to propose to Harris that he would appear on the stage and lead the bench to play well in the last few minutes of the second quarter.

Harris readily agreed. After all, Zhou Yu had been resting in the second quarter, and his physical strength should not be a problem when he appeared on the stage at this time.

Immediately afterwards, Harris looked around at the substitutes and exhorted in a serious tone:

"Listen to me, all of you, after Wang plays, you must fully cooperate with him to score."

"Coach, my main responsibility after I play is to assist, and the scoring should be done by others."

Zhou Yu smiled.

"Wang, why is this, your hand feels so hot, if you don't score a few more points, wouldn't it be a waste?"

Harris straightened his glasses and said with a surprised expression.

"Coach, this is because I plan to play the entire remaining games, and it is necessary to properly conserve some energy."

Zhou Yu explained calmly.

"Wang, with this kind of fierce competition intensity, are you sure you can play the rest of the competition?"

Harris looked worried.

"Coach, the performance of the substitute players is also very important. A team with high tactical quality like the Jazz is not easy to deal with, no matter the main force or the substitute. Once the score is drawn, it is not easy to catch up. I will do my best. Bar."

Zhou Yu said earnestly.

"Wang, you are really my caring little padded jacket. With you here, the Lakers dynasty will definitely be revived again."

Harris said with tears in his eyes.

After reappearing, the progress of the game was indeed as Zhou Yu expected. The Jazz's substitute photo was obviously much more vigorous than the previous game. Both offense and defense played vigorously and methodically.

It seems that in advance, the Jazz did not strengthen the training of the bench lineup, and planned to make full use of the time when the two sides came off the bench to open the score in one fell swoop and establish the victory.

Fortunately, Zhou Yu appeared in time and temporarily stabilized the situation, otherwise "Madman" and Van Exel would have to fight alone.

Through many high-intensity games, Zhou Yu has gradually adapted to the oppressive pressing defense, and he seems to be able to control the ball at the top of the arc with ease.

The Jazz substitute power forward defending him, although not as muscular as Malone, but with a height of 2.10 meters and flexible steps, seems to be specially prepared for Zhou Yu.

While controlling the ball, Zhou Yu looked around the situation on the field and found that his teammates were all guarded to death, and their running positions were a bit messy, giving people a feeling of being at a loss.

In this situation, he could only rely on his personal breakthrough to open up the situation. Thinking of this, he suddenly changed direction and accelerated, intending to use fake moves and speed to pass the opponent.

But it's a pity that the Jazz's backup power forward's defensive skills are no less than Malone's. He accurately judged Zhou Yu's breakthrough line and blocked it in time.

Zhou Yu took advantage of the trend to pull the ball, took two steps back, and after a few dribbles under the crotch, he suddenly hit the ball through the ground, allowing the "madman" who cut in the air to receive it steadily.

The "madman" who got the ball didn't run very far, and was soon blocked by the opponent's wall. As a last resort, he passed the ball to Zhou Yu who was following closely.

Zhou Yu suddenly accelerated, passed a Jazz player, and slipped straight to the bottom line.

Immediately there was a turmoil under the Jazz basket, and countless "bear paws" attacked him.

I saw that Zhou Yu jumped up, from the crotch of the Jazz jumper, hit the ground vigorously and passed the ball, and accurately passed the ball to Van Exel in the bottom corner.

Van Exel saw that there was no defense in front of him, and immediately shot a three-pointer. The basketball crossed a high parabola and hit the net with a crisp sound!

"47:43", the Lakers expanded their lead to four points. This three-pointer played the role of "fixing the sea", but Zhou Yu was the first to contribute.

The Lakers' home court was boiling again, and many fans played the banner of "Chinese Magician" to pay tribute to Zhou Yu.

"Have you seen that? This is the difference between Wang and you. You only know how to score and show off. Wang not only knows how to score, but also knows how to connect the whole team. This is what a superstar should look like."

When Harris was excited, he couldn't help teaching Zunzun to the bench.

Although everyone was a little unconvinced, they had to admit that Zhou Yu's instant pass just now was so wonderful that they could only look up.

On the other hand, the head coach of the Jazz, Sloan, was so angry that he had to work several night shifts in a row in order to train the substitute to play at a super level. Unexpectedly, he was easily resolved by Zhou Yu.

In the next second, he turned around to look at the disciples, and said with a serious face:

"You've all seen it. If you want to beat the Lakers, you have to deal with Wang Zhizhi first, otherwise we have to finish the game."

"Coach, I request to play the whole court!"

Malone immediately got up and said vowedly.

"Coach, I also want to fight for the Jazz honor!"

Stockton also got up immediately, feeling unwilling.

"Don't worry about it, both of you, you can be Wang Zhizhi's uncle regardless of your age, why bother to be as knowledgeable as a child, let's reminisce about the lost youth."

Sloan sighed.

On the court, the Jazz's substitutes quickly organized a counterattack. Compared with the main players, these substitutes did not adopt "pick-and-roll tactics", but played "Princeton tactics" that focused on shooting.

The players' running positions are as dazzling as a revolving lantern. This is also a bold attempt by Sloan, because everyone knows that the Jazz are accustomed to "pick-and-roll tactics". Once the rules are mastered, it is easy to target.

The "Princeton Tactics" can not only disrupt the opponent's defensive rhythm, but also fully stimulate the enthusiasm and initiative of each player, making catching, passing and shooting normalized and integrated.

It is worth mentioning that the teams that play the "pick-and-roll tactic" have a more thorough and in-depth understanding of the "Princeton tactic", so the Jazz players don't feel too much disobedience when playing.

It didn't take long for a Jazz backup shooting guard to find a good shot near the free throw line. When he got the ball, he caught the ball and shot, so fast that he couldn't guard against it.

After a crisp sound of "swish", the Jazz's mid-range shot made a steady hit!
"47:45", the Jazz are only two points behind the Lakers, and the two sides are still in a criss-cross trend.

Compared with the main players, the Jazz's substitutes are a few years younger. Don't underestimate the age difference, which is enough for them to maintain strong physical strength and finish two games.

Zhou Yu continued to control the ball near the top of the arc, and when he broke through with the ball again, he was restricted by the opponent's zone defense, making it difficult to make progress.

At the same time, "Madman" and Van Exel were also taken care of by the opponent. In desperation, he had no choice but to distribute the ball to another backup defender.

What I have to mention is that Byron Scott was originally an ironclad substitute lineup, but unfortunately his knee injury recurred, so he could only sit firmly on the bench and apply ice packs.

And the new backup guard, who has not played a few games in total, is like the "Guardian of the Water Fountain", so it is difficult to guarantee his touch.

It's a pity that this man is a little ignorant. After getting the ball, he saw an opportunity to take advantage of it, so he quickly made a standard fadeaway jumper, and the shot turned out to be as good as he wanted.

After the Jazz grabbed the rebound, they immediately launched a fast-break counterattack, attacking the Lakers half court like a tide.

It was another dazzling "Princeton" pass, and the Lakers' defense soon became open. A Jazz player seized the opportunity and made a steady mid-range shot!

"47:47", the two sides draw!

(End of this chapter)