NBA: I am the card dealer

Chapter 85 Opportunity? challenge?

In the first quarter, there are 2 minutes left in the game.

Entering the normal rotation time, Xue Liancheng appeared again.

Look back.

Except for Luol Deng, all are substitutes.

Sean Williams, James Ennis, Granger.

Ok?

Their unified characteristic is that they all have three-point threats.

Especially Sean Williams, as an inside player, his three-pointers are pretty good!

Xue Liancheng turned around and took a deep look at Si Bo, feeling secretly happy: You understand me!

You really understand it!

Spoelstra actually saw his playing style quietly, and matched him with such a lineup based on his preferences.

This can be described as deep love!

No wonder Spoelstra temporarily called a timeout to let him rest. This is to set him as the core of tactics!

If he can hold on, he will probably become the third core of this team in the future.

It was simply a surprise!

In just three games, he not only gained the trust of his teammates, but also gained the support of Spoelstra.

He couldn't believe that happiness came so quickly.

And...this time is so short.

According to his original plan, he was to wait for the opportunity to play slowly and enter the normal rotation.

It takes about half a season to jump from the rotation to the starting lineup.

third core?

That's what he's been working towards all season.

He never expected that in just three games, he would have the opportunity to achieve his ultimate goal of the entire season.

But it’s really... such a surprise!

of course!

If he cannot hold up and lead the bench to win points in this game, then the opportunity will turn into an abyss, directly turning all his good prospects into hell.

It will be difficult to get another chance in the future.

and so.

There is absolutely no room for failure in the next game.

Even if you can't win points, you definitely can't lose points.

The whistle blows and the game continues.

The Raptors are now led by Lowry, Lou Williams has already appeared, Vasquez, boxing champion James Johnson, and Hansbrough is in charge inside.

This lineup is not weak either, with extremely strong mobility, relatively outstanding forward athleticism, and great impact.

Xue Liancheng went to his brain to filter it and quickly caught the weaknesses.

That's right!

It’s Lu Wei.

There is absolutely no doubt about Lu Wei's ability, but this ability is limited to the offensive end. He is proficient in eighteen kinds of martial arts. However, this is a sharp-edged player who relies heavily on the state of the game that day.

On a good day, he can score 30 points and knock his opponent off their feet.

When it's bad, it's poison, extremely inefficient, and seriously hurts the team.

In addition, Lu Wei's defense is really hard to describe.

and so.

He put the breakthrough point to open up the situation on Lu Wei.

The Heat's possession of the ball.

After Xue Liancheng received the serve, he quickly pushed to the front court.

But he hadn't taken a few steps when suddenly his eyes lit up.

This guy Ennis actually took the lead and sprinted towards the bottom of the basket.

Before he had time to implement the plan in his mind, he saw the opportunity for a long pass.

But he hesitated.

Because Ennis had a lack of coordination in the preseason, and he had a shadow on Ennis that time.

In addition, the boxing champion Johnson defending Ennis has good athletic ability. He is afraid that if he is a little careless, the long pass will become a mistake.

But seeing that the opportunity is right in front of us, it would be a pity not to seize it...

Just for a moment.

He made his choice.

Die or die!

He chose to trust Ennis one more time.

Well...if he doesn't trust his teammates on the court, then the game will really be unplayable.

Growled.

He waved directly and threw the ball to the frontcourt.

But this time, his judgment of where the ball landed was not moving, because Ennis just stood still last time.

really.

Ennis made another old mistake, and stopped immediately when he heard Xue Liancheng's call.

Fortunately, Xue Liancheng had already predicted that the pass would land two steps in front of Ennis.

in this way.

Even if Ennis stopped, he barely caught the ball.

At this time, Johnson caught up.

Seeing the opportunity for a fast break, Ennis unexpectedly had a trick. He turned his back and passed by, then accelerated and directly copied the ball and dunked.

2 points scored.

Xue Liancheng breathed a sigh of relief.

Damn...

Very risky!

If he passes the ball forward a little more according to his previous habit, then this ball will be another mistake.

It’s really...it’s so important to understand the habits and playing styles of your teammates.

Look back.

Lu Wei has indeed become the first point of attack, but this guy seems to be in poor condition today, and is very weak in the mid-range.

Granger protects the rebound.

Xue Liancheng reached for the ball, but Granger ignored it and pushed the ball past half court.

What is this guy doing?

Do you rely on your old age to show off your old age?

Xue Liancheng's heart suddenly sank again.

Not understanding the habits of his teammates is secondary. After all, he can be more stable, but if his teammates have their own agenda and are unwilling to cooperate, then something is very wrong.

The whole world knows what happened to Granger.

At the beginning of the 07-08 season, he gradually grew into the absolute leader of the Pacers. At his peak, he averaged nearly 26 points per game, and he was in the limelight for a while.

But in the second game after the 09 All-Star Game, he suffered a partial tear of his Achilles tendon, which has posed hidden dangers ever since.

In the following years, he suffered injuries of varying degrees, and his condition deteriorated. Finally, in the 11-12 season, he became the tail end of his peak.

He was quickly replaced by Paul George and reduced to a role player.

But once I stood too high, it was not that easy to get down. No one would be willing to change me.

Last season, he wanted to prove himself with the Clippers, but found that it was not that easy.

Coming to the Heat this season, he also wants to prove himself.

and so.

Once on the field, Granger was eager to express himself.

But now, Granger is still immersed in his past glory, unable to come out, insisting on advancing with the ball.

This kind of thing really hurts the team.

Especially hurting Xue Liancheng.

Spoelstra gave him a chance. If he can't lead the bench to produce results, then this chance will be gone!

Now Granger is openly trying to steal the ball, which is very annoying.

"Danny, I need your help."

Xue Liancheng said after chasing behind Granger.

It would be foolish not to fight at this time.

Respect is mutual.

The Heat signed Granger to see if they had a chance to make a mistake. This was a gamble.

of course.

Even if the bet fails, it doesn't matter. He can bring experience, defense, and three-point threat to the team.

But Granger couldn't recognize himself.

Of course he had to stand up and remind Granger.

You're here to help me, not to steal my show.

Granger looked back and muttered, "..."

Xue Liancheng didn't give a cold face. If there was internal strife on the court, it would be even worse. Spo would doubt whether he could handle the situation.

and so.

He chose to be gentle.

Granger wants respect?

Then he will naturally satisfy the opponent and continue, "Danny, I need your three-point firepower, just wait to catch the ball."

at last.

Granger hesitated for a moment, then passed the ball back angrily.

Xue Liancheng secretly breathed a sigh of relief. This was his opportunity, but it was also a huge challenge.

All kinds of problems came one after another.