NBA: Being criticized for half a year at the beginning

After the game, Tang Yu praised Beverley's performance at the press conference.

"Beverley is a very hard-working player. Maybe his talent is not the highest, but he is definitely one of the hardest-working players in the league. He has found his own position in the team, and tonight is the best proof."

Beverley played 36 minutes in the game and scored 9 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 4 steals and 5 fouls.

However, his data cannot fully reflect his role on the court. Locking Paul became the highlight of his game.

After the game, Beverley took the initiative to find Tang Yu.

"Thank you, coach, you are an extraordinary person, and I know what I can bring to this team."

"Haha, everyone can see your efforts. You played very well tonight!"

After the two hugged, Tang Yu returned to the locker room, and Stevens was reviewing the players after the game.

Tang Yu signaled Stevens to continue after the penalty area, and he sat aside and reviewed the game with the players.

After Stevens finished, Tang Yu said: "We still have two tough games to play next. I will adjust the lineup appropriately according to the opponent. I think everyone has seen Beverley's performance. He is full of energy and brings vitality to the team. This is what each of us must learn. Let's applaud his performance today!"

Tang Yu took the lead in applauding, and the players applauded and shouted Beverley's name. Beverley enjoyed this moment very much. This is the greatest affirmation for a rookie player.

The next morning, Tang Yu came to the Rockets training center. He and Max were having breakfast, and the players had not arrived yet.

Max's mobile phone received a text message. After reading it, he said to Tang Yu: "Boss, Clippers owner Scott has enough evidence. Should we release it?"

Tang Yu put down his chopsticks. He didn't expect to make progress so quickly. It seems that this Scott is really an out-and-out racist.

"Wait a minute, Sam, come here." Tang Yu shouted to General Manager Sam Hinkie who was having breakfast at another table.

"Boss, what's up?"

"Help me find Michael Jordan's phone number. I want to talk to him."

Tang Yu knew that the God of Basketball had always wanted to buy a basketball team, but his Hornets had been bought by Morris first, and now the timing was just right.

Tang Yu had no friends in the entire league, and it was a good choice to send a favor at the right time. Tang Yu also had a little idea.

Soon Sam Hinkie found Jordan's private phone number.

After Tang Yu dialed the number, a deep voice said on the other end of the phone: "Hello, I'm Michael."

"Hello sir, I'm Tang Yu, the owner of the Houston Rockets!"

Jordan was stunned for a moment, but soon said: "Ha, it's Boss Tang. The Rockets are very fierce recently. Do you want me to be the general manager?"

Tang Yu also smiled at Jordan's joke.

"I want to invite you to Houston. I know you are interested in buying a club."

"You want to sell the Rockets? No, no, I don't have 20 small goals, sir!" Jordan immediately refused. Only a fool like you would spend 2 billion to buy a team.

"Haha, you misunderstood Michael. I won't sell the team. It's another team. If you are interested, we can talk."

"Oh? What time?"

Tang Yu thought for a while, "9th, the Rockets have a home game that night, and we can talk about the team during the day."

"See you then, sir!" Jordan said and hung up the phone.

Max asked in confusion: "Boss, why sell it to Jordan? We have many people who can take over this team."

"Yes, Max, I have thought about letting you or Taylor take over the Clippers, but everyone knows our relationship, and the league will not allow such a situation to happen. And Michael has a lot of say in the league, and people like him, that's my reason."

"Do you want to be friends with him?"

"Of course, who would refuse to be friends with the God of Basketball! This will make it easier for us to complete our tasks."

"Okay, boss, you are still thoughtful, I have to admit that you are right!"

After dinner, Tang Yu returned to the office, and a text message came in on his mobile phone, which was sent by Stevens.

'Boss, Vince will be out for 8 weeks! "

Tang Yu replied, 'Put Sean in the starting lineup, and increase Tracy and Yi Jianlian's playing time.'

Although the injuries of Carter and Scola damaged the team's combat effectiveness, the depth of the Rockets' bench was reflected at this time.

Any player can play and contribute.

Then Tang Yu opened the league's official website and saw the best player of the month.The best player and best rookie are announced.

Stephen Curry was elected the best player and the best rookie.

The Rockets did not lose a single game in December and won all 16 games. Curry averaged 21.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.5 steals per game.

Of course, this is inseparable from the efforts of the Rockets team, but Curry is undoubtedly the number one contributor.

After all the players arrived, Tang Yu congratulated Curry in the conference room.

"Stephen was elected the best player and the best rookie of December. Of course, this is the result of the joint efforts of all the players and coaching staff of our team. Let us congratulate Stephen."

All the players and coaching staff congratulated Curry, and Curry was also very happy. This was his first player of the month.

"Let's start the tactical meeting against the Lakers. Brad, start."

Tang Yu signaled Stevens to start arranging the team's tactical arrangements for the game against the Lakers.

"We all know that Kobe is the absolute leader of this team. Sean Battier is still responsible for defending Kobe, and James Harden is responsible for defending Odom. The rest of the positions remain unchanged. We must keep the opponent away from the basket. The league is still in an era of inside lines. Staying away from the basket will reduce the opponent's hit rate!"

Stevens arranged the defense and then began to arrange the offensive tactics.

"On the offensive end, Curry and Harden are responsible for connecting the team. Other players must seize every opportunity to shoot in an open position. Three-pointers have now become a deadly weapon for our team, but Ibaka and Alian, you two must use your excitement to rush for offensive rebounds."

Now the Rockets' three-point shots in each game are almost 40% of the total shots, which is a very scary data. Many teams have also begun to study the Rockets' shooting ratio and scoring ratio.

Tang Yu knew that soon all teams would realize what three-pointers can bring to a team.

After Stevens arranged the tactics against the Lakers, Tang Yu stood up.

"We need to speed up the rhythm of offense and defense, play offense and defense transition, and after the big man gets the rebound, he must quickly find the guard to initiate a fast break, and use our own rhythm to wear down the opponent."

After arranging everything, Tang Yu brought the players to the training ground to continue tactical running training.