Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

The game entered a white-hot stage, and every point on the field was thrilling.

The audience's eyes were fixed on the court, afraid of missing any details.

At this moment, the ball was in the hands of Porzingis, who had just secured a crucial backcourt rebound.

Porzingis knows that this moment is the key moment for him to show his value.

He decisively advanced with the ball, like a cheetah running towards his prey, aiming directly at the Lakers' half.

His steps were firm and powerful, and every step seemed to declare his determination to his opponent.

However, James is not so easily overlooked.

He immediately realized Porzingis' intention and stepped on the gas, chasing closely behind Porzingis.

There was an unquestionable firmness in his eyes, as if to say: "I won't let you score easily."

Porzingis certainly knows that James is behind him.

He knew that if he forced a layup, he would most likely be blocked by James.

After all, James' best way to block shots is to launch a surprise attack from behind. His long arms and keen insight always scare his opponents.

Therefore, after sprinting to the three-second zone, Porzingis slowed down significantly.

He wanted to use the change of rhythm to shake James and break his tight defense.

However, James has rich defensive experience and is particularly good at defending fast breaks.

The way Porzingis slowed down to change his pace did not fool James.

James stuck to Porzingis like a magnet, responding quickly to whatever Porzingis moved.

His eyes revealed a calmness and confidence, as if to say: "I am watching every move you make."

When Porzingis slowed down and tried to dunk, he still couldn't escape the fate of being blocked.

James leaped up like a flash of lightning and slapped the ball directly into the backboard with a loud "bang".

Then he grabbed the basketball in the air, as if to show everyone his dominance.

After landing, James launched a counterattack.

His explosiveness and speed were so great that Porzingis simply couldn't keep up with him.

In an instant, the Lakers were outnumbered in the frontcourt.

James is like a warrior with bloodshot eyes, with only the basket in his eyes.

He forced his way through the defense of two people, his steps firm and powerful, and every step seemed to declare to his opponents that he was unstoppable.

In the three-second zone, James took the initiative to avoid Martin who came to assist in defense, just like a dancer skillfully avoiding obstacles.

Then, he used the same method he used to defeat the Raptors that year - a side-to-side jump shot that hit the backboard.

The ball drew a perfect arc in the air and then fell accurately into the basket.

"Shh!"

At this moment, the entire stadium was boiling, and the audience stood up and cheered, applauding James' outstanding performance.

Porzingis seemed a little lost.

He knew he had tried his best, but facing a veteran star like James, he still seemed a little overwhelmed.

Of course, he did not give up, he knew the game was still going on and he still had a chance to prove himself.

"Oh my God! James, what are you doing? Are you telling us that you haven't aged yet?" Charles Barkley's voice rang out in the commentary booth, full of shock and disbelief. His eyes were fixed on the screen, as if he wanted to confirm whether this was true.

Kenny Smith couldn't help but cheer loudly: "Look at this block! This is simply James in his prime! It's like he has returned to the era when he was omnipotent!"

James did not stop because of the block. He turned around quickly and grabbed the basketball, like a cheetah catching its prey. His eyes revealed a kind of firmness and determination. He wanted to continue to close the score for the Lakers.

"James, are you going completely crazy?" Charles Barkley's voice sounded again, his tone full of excitement.

James' state has been completely ignited.

Kenny Smith also followed up: "Look at him, his pace, his speed, this is simply a reappearance of his peak period! The Lakers home court seems to have become his stage, he is putting on a visual feast for us!"

James pushed forward with the ball, and every move he made was so smooth and powerful. He broke through the defense with his eyes only on the basket. In the three-second zone, he cleverly avoided the opponent who came to help defend, and then made a side shot and hit the backboard.

"Wow! This jump shot! It's perfect! James, are you telling us that you are not only an excellent defender, but also an omnipotent attacker?" Charles Barkley's voice was full of praise and admiration.

Kenny Smith couldn't help but admire, "Look at this goal! This is simply art! James, you went crazy tonight! You proved with your actions that you are still the top player in this league!"

James' goal seemed to ignite the enthusiasm of the entire stadium. The audience stood up and cheered, applauding his wonderful performance.

Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith were also completely attracted by his performance, their voices filled with excitement and admiration.

"James, you completely conquered us tonight! Your blocks, your offense, and your condition all made us feel your peak power!" Charles Barkley's voice was full of emotion and admiration.

Kenny Smith followed up by saying, “Yes, James, you showed us the omnipotent you tonight! You proved with your actions that age is not a problem. As long as you have the will, you can still be a top player in this league!”

James' outstanding performance not only won the applause of the audience, but also won high praise from Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith.

They know that in this game, James single-handedly helped the Lakers to continuously widen the score, and his condition seemed to have returned to his peak.

"James went completely crazy tonight! His performance made us feel his determination and perseverance! He proved with his actions that he is still the king of this league!" Charles Barkley's voice was full of excitement and admiration.

Kenny Smith couldn't help but praise again: "Look at him, his eyes, his steps, every attack and defense he makes, are full of strength and determination! James, he completely conquered the audience tonight!"

"Is James telling us that he is not old yet? His performance is as energetic as a young man!" Charles Barkley's voice was full of shock and disbelief.

Kenny Smith also followed up: "Yes, James, he showed everyone his omnipotence tonight! Every attack and defense of his was full of strength and determination! He is still the top player in this league!"

"James, I'm going completely crazy tonight!"

.........

The Lakers' tidal offensive gradually dissipated the Nets' lead, and the score gap was narrowed to just one round left.

The atmosphere on the field was so tense that it seemed as if water could be squeezed out of it, and every subtle movement could become the key to determining the direction of the game.

Lu Yong also felt unprecedented pressure at this moment.

He sat in the coaching seat, his eyes fixed on the situation on the field, his brows furrowed as if they could be twisted into a ball.

He knew that at this time, any tiny mistake could cost the team a heavy price.

Finally, Lu Yong could no longer sit still. He stood up decisively and asked the referee for a timeout.

This is his chance, and an opportunity he must seize. He must use this timeout to readjust the team's tactics and stabilize the situation.

During the timeout, Lu Yong stood up from the coaching seat, and his figure looked particularly tall in front of the Nets' bench.

He gathered the players in front of him, holding the tactical board in hand, and began to emphasize defense.

His voice was firm and powerful, and every word seemed to hit the players' hearts.

"Defense, defense, defense!" Lu Yong repeated the word, his eyes revealing an unquestionable determination, "We can't let the Lakers easily play a fast break counterattack, this is our lifeline!"

The players nodded one after another, knowing that the coach was right.

In the face of the Lakers' fast break, the Nets' defense did seem a little overwhelmed.

They have to make changes, otherwise, the outcome of the game will be self-evident.

Lu Yong continued to arrange tactics, his voice echoing over the bench: "We need to strengthen the outside screens and shooting, and make the Lakers feel as much pressure as possible. We can't let them shoot easily, let alone score easily!"

The players listened carefully. They knew that this was the coach's hard work and a task they had to complete.

They all expressed that they would do their best to implement the coach's tactical arrangements.

Although he was dissatisfied with the players' defense during this period, Lu Yong still controlled his emotions.

Instead of yelling, he seriously rearranged the tactics for the players.

He knew that at this moment, calmness and rationality were the most important things.

"I know you are all very tired, but the game is not over yet." Lu Yong's voice echoed over the bench, "We can't let the Lakers' momentum to catch up scare us. We have to stabilize the situation, stay calm, and execute every tactic well."

The players nodded one after another, knowing that the coach was right.

They must remain calm and not be scared by the Lakers' momentum to catch up.

They began to make tactical adjustments according to the coach's arrangements, preparing for the next game.

Lu Yong also specifically reminded the players of the coping strategies when the outside shooting is not good: "If the outside shooting is not good, we can try to take the lead from the inside. We must use our height and strength advantages to create trouble for the Lakers."

The players agreed, knowing it was a wise move by the coach.

Facing the Lakers' perimeter defense, they really need to find a more effective way to score.

And exerting force from the inside is undoubtedly a wise choice.

The timeout ended and the players returned to the court.

There was a firm determination in their eyes, as if they were ready to face all challenges.

Lu Yong also returned to the coaching seat, his eyes equally firm and powerful.

The game continues and the Nets attack.

At the critical moment when the Lakers were constantly chasing the score, it was the experienced veteran Cousins ​​who stepped forward to stabilize the situation.

Cousins' eyes revealed a kind of firmness and determination, as if to say: "I haven't lost this game yet!"

The Nets played a two-man cooperation tactic according to Lu Yong's arrangement.

Veterans Rose and Cousins ​​initiated a pick-and-roll at a 45-degree angle on the right.

Their movements were coordinated and powerful, as if they had been rehearsed countless times.

However, after the pick-and-roll, Cousins ​​did not go down to the basket like most inside players, but bounced outside the three-point line.

This move caught the Lakers' defenders off guard.

They originally thought that Cousins ​​would take the opportunity to attack the basket, but they didn't expect him to choose the outside line.

Rose used Cousins' screen to break through to the basket, attracting a double-team from two Lakers players.

Rose's breakthrough was very determined, not fast, but the rhythm was just right.

He knows that his task is not only to score, but more importantly to create opportunities for his teammates.

Therefore, after attracting a double-team, he naturally passed the ball to Cousins ​​who bounced to the outside.

After Cousins ​​received the ball, everyone thought he would catch and shoot from outside the three-point line.

After all, outside shooting is also his strong point.

However, Cousins ​​faked a shot.

His movements were so realistic, as if he was really going to shoot the ball.

Seeing this, Davis immediately rushed over and tried to block Cousins' shot.

However, Cousins ​​easily avoided Davis's defense.

His movements are agile and quick, not at all like an inside player.

After tipping Davis, Cousins ​​dribbled the ball straight to the basket from outside the three-point line.

He is not fast, but his steps are steady and powerful, and he moves flexibly between the Lakers' defense like a defender.

Cousins ​​was not at all flustered when facing Kuzma who came to defend.

He held the ball with one hand and jumped high, forcing a layup against Kuzma's defense!

"Shh!"

This shot was played beautifully!
The Nets bench immediately became excited, and the players applauded and cheered for Cousins' outstanding performance.

Davis looked a little frustrated. He thought he could defend against this attack, but he didn't expect Cousins ​​to score so easily.

After seeing Cousins' goal, domestic commentators Yang Yi and Wang Meng couldn't help but cheer loudly.

"Oh my! Cousins's shot was really beautiful!" Yang Yi's voice was full of excitement and praise. "He completely broke the conventional playing style of the inside players and used the same skills and reactions as a guard to deal with this attack!"

"Yes!" Wang Meng also agreed, "He first faked a shot and sent Davis flying, then he dribbled the ball straight to the basket like a guard. Facing Kuzma's defense, he was not afraid and forced a layup! This shot was really exciting!"

"Cousins ​​played really well today!" Yang Yi continued, "He not only performed well in the paint, but he was also able to play like a guard on the outside. Such a player is so rare!"

"That's right!" Wang Meng also agreed, "Cousins ​​really brought us too many surprises today. He stepped up to take over the game many times. His performance reminded me of his peak period. At that time, he was also so omnipotent!" (End of this chapter)