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Chapter 279: Number one in the combat power rankings!The unshakable eastern hegemon!

The public training session held by the Knicks attracted a large number of media and fans, especially since the tickets were free. The fans were very enthusiastic and came to the arena early to occupy seats.

Of course, the Knicks' next group match did not disappoint the fans in attendance. They played very excitingly, with a fast offensive and defensive rhythm, and a large number of dunks and pull-up three-pointers.

Even the team's new aid Al Jefferson showed off his three-point shooting, showing the results of his hard training in the summer.

Jefferson's shooting range can extend as far as mid-range shots on both sides of the free throw line. Lu Yong asked him to practice three-pointers at the top of the arc in the summer. It was not that he wanted to develop Jefferson into a space-based inside man, but that he wanted him to Can master more offensive methods.

Even though Jefferson's three-pointers are very unstable and can only be used occasionally in open spaces, for an inside killer, being able to do this in one summer is enough.

The players played very methodically. On the defensive end, they were only symbolically close to each other. They would not try their best to block shots to avoid injuring their teammates.

The group competition is for the fans to see. A large number of close combat is not as good as two extra deductions on the offensive end. It is essentially the same routine as the All-Star Game.

Butler played the best game in this game. He performed four counterattack dunks and received a pass from Deron Williams for an alley-oop back dunk, which feasted the eyes of the fans.

After last season's hard work and hard training in the summer, Butler has grown again this year.

Lu Yong sat on the sidelines and observed everyone with interest, and found that Butler and Green had made great progress and could take on more responsibilities in the new season.

As for the newcomers, Seth Curry performed well and shot three-pointers very accurately.

In positional battles, he catches the ball and shoots after moving without the ball. This move alone is enough to give the opponent a drink.

Crabbe, who played the best in Summer League, was a little behind. The biggest difference between him and Curry is that he can play and hold the ball. He failed several times when he tried to show himself in front of the fans. His shooting after the confrontation was slightly worse, and he was still a little bit out of the game. state.

If Crabken puts down his arrogance and focuses on off-ball play like Curry, his efficiency will obviously be higher.

However, as a first-round pick personally selected by Lu Yong, everyone also understands that Crabbe wants to express his own ideas and needs to adjust his mentality.

In the new season, he will not get many opportunities to play singles with the ball. Lu Yong plans to talk to him personally after a while.

New aid Ribanani performed the best. He was assigned to the substitute team and scored 21 points, 6 rebounds and 2 assists. He made 12 of 8 shots and 8 of 5 three-pointers. He perfectly displayed the characteristics of a space-based inside line.

He will definitely be entrusted with important tasks in the regular season. Whether paired with Chandler or Jefferson, he can help the Knicks open up space and play a great tactical role.

After a period of time, the players began to practice tactics.

In fact, the Knicks' tactics are really nothing to practice. They have not changed much from last season. They rely on pick-and-rolls, running positions and air cuts to pass the ball. Occasionally, Anthony will be allowed to hold the ball in singles. This is the passing and cutting system that Lu Yong is best at setting up. .

Last season's best sixth man JR-Smith still led the bench. He is very suitable as the sixth man. Not only can he lead the team to score points, but he can also perform at a star level in the second quarter. The nickname Jordan is not for nothing.

There is no real water cooler keeper in this Knicks lineup. Everyone has their own characteristics and can make a difference when they come on the court.

If we really want to rank according to strength, Aminu's playing time in the new season will be greatly reduced.

He has no advantage over Covington and Green at the same position. Unless the team suffers extensive injuries, he should be the weakest one in the Knicks lineup.

In October, the NBA preseason officially begins.

Lu Yong lets Anthony, Deron and other main players support themselves by fighting, and only plays an average of ten minutes per game.

The main purpose of the preseason is to allow players to adapt to the rhythm of the game. As the defending champion, the Knicks do not have this need. It is better to let the substitute players play for a while.Jefferson doesn't take many shots. His main means of scoring is low-post singles. His air cuts after the pick-and-roll are also very threatening. His 131 kilogram weight is as strong as a tanker truck.

Lu Yong focused on inspecting new players in the preseason. Jefferson, Bargnani and Covington were reused on the forward line, while Seth Curry + Crabbe were used on the outside.

The best inside performer is Al Jefferson. He is an All-Star level inside player. When surrounded by a group of outstanding pitchers to open up the space, Jefferson's low-post singles threat is great, and it is difficult for ordinary centers to defend him one-on-one. Live him.

Little Curry is the person who benefits the most from tactics. His teammates can attract defenses. He always gets open shots from the outside and plays with ease.

Lu Yong added to the original pass-and-cut system to distribute the ball after the star plays in isolation, which has benefited the outside shooters a lot. As long as they are willing to move, they will have no chance.

Curry's most exciting game was against the Wizards. He came off the bench and played 27 minutes. He made 14 of 10 shots and 11 of 8 three-pointers. He efficiently scored 28 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists, and shot 72.7% from three-point range. .

John Wall's speed and explosive power are fast enough, but he is still very uncomfortable facing Curry who moves like a loach, and his face is full of depression.

The tactics Lu Yong arranged for Curry were exactly those of the peak warriors, asking him to imitate his brother Stephen Curry.

In particular, Draymond Green appeared with him. One of the two is good at dealing cards, and the other is good at catching and shooting. They work together perfectly, and it really feels like a "chasing library" combination.

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Al Jefferson's most representative preseason game was an away victory over the Bucks. Against shot-blocking leader Larry Sanders, he made 16 of 11 shots, 8 of 7 free throws, and scored 29 points and 10 rebounds. With 1 assist and 2 blocks, his feet were numb under the basket. It was hard to believe that this guy turned out to be a 260-pound fat man.

The Knicks achieved a record of 5 wins and 2 losses in the preseason, and the two losses were to the Clippers and the underdog Cavaliers.

Anthony only played a total of 22 minutes in these two games, averaging 11 minutes per game. He is a proper soy sauce player.

Lu Yong has long passed the age of enthusiasm. He doesn't care about winning or losing in the preseason. Even if he wins the preseason championship, it is of no use. He might as well try more lineup combinations.

It can be seen from the outside world's evaluation of the Knicks that losing two games in the preseason still cannot shake the Knicks' dominance.

In the first issue of the strength rankings, the Knicks ranked first without any doubt, breaking the precedent of experts ranking based on their preseason performance.

It is worth mentioning that the Spurs rank second on this list, and many people are still optimistic about the "Nima War" meeting again in the finals.

The Spurs signed several free agents in the summer, and the core players have all renewed their contracts to stay. The team's framework remains intact, and it seems to be very promising.

However, Lu Yong knows that the Spurs' core players are one year older, and they are also a younger brother who has reached the finals, and they are not good enough for the Knicks.

In contrast, the Heat, ranked third in the strength rankings, and the Pacers, ranked fifth, are more threatening.

The core players of both teams are not very old. They can run better than the Spurs entering the playoffs and can keep up with the Knicks' offensive rhythm.

Of course, in Lu Yong's view, the Knicks are invincible and have a high chance of defending the title.

At the end of October, the Knicks took two days off.

In the home opener on the 28th, the opponent was the Los Angeles Clippers led by "Pig Head" Rivers.

　There is another chapter in the afternoon, before 4 o'clock.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)