Wang Tu Baye

Chapter 235 Holding on to the Dream
This season, the Kings have sprung up suddenly, keeping pace with the Lakers, firmly occupying the top spot, followed by the Spurs, and then the Dallas Mavericks.

However, the 82 games of the regular season were a long marathon. Only Verus knew that in the end, the Kings had the last laugh.

Two days later, the Warriors challenged the Mavericks in an away game, which made the Chinese fans more excited than the Warriors playing the Lakers. This is the long-awaited China Derby, Yao Minghu Dong vs. Wang Zhi.

Although Wang Zhi is about to be a fringe player in the Mavericks, the mad scientist Nelson brought in 20 players this season and played in rotation. Many players came and went and disappeared soon.

In the hands of old Nelson, there are only three main players who cannot be shaken, German power forward Dirk Nowitzki, shooting guard Michael Finley, and Canadian trapeze point guard Steve Nash. The framework of several seasons ensures that they always remain in the top ranks of the playoff teams.

Speaking of which, the Mavericks are also a rather weird team in the NBA. They hardly have that kind of black and tough players. They use special players like Najera and Bradley to defend the blue collar. Generally, NBA teams like to find those players. This is a big black man who is heavy and strong, and is covered in sweat under the basket.

This created the impression that the Mavericks played softly. Once the opponent played extremely tough, the Mavericks would be very uncomfortable, and the scene would be very awkward. The offense relied on jump shots, and the defense relied on willpower.

Just look at the starting lineup of the Mavericks. Center Sean Bradley has a big bamboo pole. The official promotional material is 7 feet 6 inches, which is the same height as Yao, but he is actually taller than Yao Ming. 2 meters 29, so tall and only 100 kilograms, it is easy to fall down at the first touch. Except for blocking shots and certain rebounding ability, other things are basically lackluster.

Power forward Dirk Nowitzki is 7 feet tall, 2 meters shooting machine, and his signature skill is independent. He has been questioned by the nba mainstream media and all parties. It was not until he won the championship that the accusations against him gradually subsided.

Whether it’s the NBA or any other industry, it’s all the same. If you succeed, the natural history is written by the victors. If you fail, no matter how good you are or how hard-working you are, you’ll be labeled as a coward and a coward. Confrontation etc.

Small forward Danny Manning, he was also the No. 1988 pick in the NBA draft, but he was the No. 35 pick in the NBA in [-]. He is already [-] years old. With the Mavericks coming, they averaged only a few minutes per game.

Shooting guard Michael Finley, this Chinese player is more familiar, he has a sharp score and defends well, and his physical fitness is very good. When he was young, he had a standard dunk.

The point guard is even more famous. Steve Nash can be said to have influenced generations of basketball fans in China. Whether it is the Mavericks period or the Suns period, the Canadian trapeze born in Johannesburg, South Africa, will always be the most eye-catching on the basketball court. that player.

The entire Mavericks team feels like a jump-shooting team. Except for the young Finley who can contribute some wonderful dunks, the other Mavericks players basically catch the ball and shoot, and the Mavericks shoot a lot of three-pointers. It can be said that this era The nba alternative team.

The Mavericks’ style of play is somewhat similar to the warriors of the later generations. They are invincible in the world, and anyone can lose if they play back.

Old Nelson didn't send Wang Zhi to start today, Verus knew in his heart that Wang Zhi's time in Dallas was numbered, the Mavericks would not renew his contract before the summer, and Wang Zhi would go to the summer league to seek his next nba contract .

After all, the Mavericks play style is decided. It is difficult for a player like Wang Zhi to play here. Dirk Nowitzki's power forward averages 40 minutes per game. Wang Zhi can only play a few minutes per game if he is a substitute. It must be difficult for Wang Zhi to accept the leftovers of a role player.

Playing center is Wang Zhi's job, but the problem is his ability to confront and defend around the basket. He will definitely not be able to satisfy the old Nelson and the Mavericks. There is no way to hit the ball.

Why did the Mavericks later find Najera to play inside? This Mexican player is not tall at 2 meters and weighs 03 pounds. His scoring ability is very average and he basically has no assists. They are all fighting to death.

The Mavericks definitely have no shortage of scoring ability. Nash is such an excellent scorer. In order to take care of the whole team, he consciously reduced his shots. What the Mavericks lack is only defensive strength and confrontation ability, and these are not what Wang Zhi is good at. Nowitzki is better, but his confrontation and body are weaker and softer than Nowitzki.

In order to match Nowitzki with blue-collar teammates who can do defense, the old Nelson is full of gray hair. Improve the defensive strength of the whole team and match the champion lineup for Comrade Nuo Driver.

The owner of the Mavericks, Cuban, has a tenacious personality. Generally, NBA owners regard running a team as a business, but he, Cuban, is a basketball fan, so his starting point is completely different, and his sole purpose is not profit.

Choosing a white German big man, building a team around him, and insisting on it for many years without success is absolutely unimaginable for the average nba team owner, but Cuban did it, and did it for many years , until finally successfully won the nba championship.

After 13 years of persistence, Cuban and Nowitzki finally realized their dream of becoming an NBA champion. Verus had to admire the craftsmanship of the Mavericks. It is extremely difficult to persevere in such a dream.

Look at the 2011 Mavericks' championship lineup, and you can understand why they can beat the heat of the little emperor. Not to mention Nowitzki, Jason Terry, Jason Kidd, Caron Butler, these outsiders The players are great, and they will definitely not lose to the Heat outside.

Sean Marion, Tyson Chandler, and Brandon Haywood are tough insiders who can withstand the impact of any strong man on the defensive end. Substitutes Jose Barea, Peja Stojakovic , Mahinmi, and Cardinal each have their own unique skills.

The Mavericks team is well-balanced in both offense and defense. Although the Big Three of the Heat are powerful, the Heat, who have no one to play, are no match for the Mavericks.

(End of this chapter)