NBA Game: Starting with the LeBron James Template

Thanks to Ye Yao's efforts, the Clippers were caught off guard.

They overwhelmed them in less than half a quarter of the third quarter.

When James uses his full physical strength to defend and coordinate with teammates, the effect is indeed quite good.

He personally did the dirty and tiring work to help his teammates create better shooting opportunities.

This is something that all the historical superstars except for LeBron James are doing.

After Ye Yao obtained the template, it was as if James was able to deliver this kind of performance.

At least that's what the Clippers thought at the time.

Otherwise, how could the score difference be widened to 10 points in just 2 minutes?

The difference was originally only 3 points, but now it has reached 13 points.

The Clippers immediately called a timeout.

Because the coaching staff are NPCs, they only operate according to the algorithm, and it's not yet time for them to call a timeout.

So this pause was called by Paul's players.

This is also one of the aspects of the game that requires a high degree of skill in maneuvering.

Ye Yao sat in his seat, the sweat dripping from his body a testament to his hard work.

"Your changed playing style is really good!"

"Are you planning to continue losing weight?"

"If you lose any more weight, you'll be thinner than Buddha."

Ye Yao's teammates also noticed his change.

This is absolutely a completely different style of play from James.

Even during his most aggressive defensive stint with the Heat, he never achieved this level of play.

Keep in mind that at that time, the strategy was to play a defensive counter-attacking game.

"This body only provides us with a template; we can play according to our own habits and ideas."

Ye Yao took this opportunity to speak to everyone.

The others exchanged glances, not really agreeing with his statement.

For example, Li Ke's Thompson, and Zhang Yu's Gasol.

Both of them reached their peak performance while playing alongside Curry and Kobe, respectively.

There seems to be no need to change the playing style.

They didn't speak, but Ye Yao already knew what they were thinking.

"Your template is only All-Star level. If you change it a bit, maybe you have a chance to become a superstar?"

Ye Yao said that because he wasn't entirely sure either.

Based on the current situation, they all seem to possess the ability to see clearly.

Do you know what level Thompson and Gasol were at their peak?

But what if we change our playing style first?

If you choose a better playing style and change your physical attributes, will you be able to reach even greater heights?

Not only these two, but other players might also improve by making changes.

"Everyone knows what level Fisher is at. Are you really content with playing games like this?"

"Have JR, Bynum, and Varejao truly lived up to their potential?"

"Even Odom, I believe, certainly didn't fully realize his potential in the NBA."

Ye Yao's words made everyone feel enlightened.

But I don't have any ideas for the time being.

The pause ended quickly.

Everyone had no choice but to put these ideas aside for now.

From the start of the game, the Clippers employed a targeted strategy.

Griffin was sent out to defend Ye Yao as she drove into the paint.

If Ye Yao gets a one-on-one opportunity on the outside, just leave him open, as long as he doesn't enter the paint area.

This is a completely targeted approach.

Since you, James, have chosen a role player-like playing style, then we will treat you as a role player.

Unless your shooting and footwork reach a superstar level.

Shooting and footwork have always been James' major weaknesses.

The Clippers are taking a gamble, betting that Ye Yao won't be able to perform at this level.

So, has Ye Yao mastered shooting and footwork now?

The answer is of course no.

But Ye Yao showed no politeness whatsoever.

For no particular reason, because they currently hold a 13-point advantage.

Even with a poor shooting record, he still has a shooting percentage of around 40%.

This point difference provides an advantage with sufficient room for error.

Therefore, Ye Yao was not worried.

In the first possession, the Clippers completed an alley-oop, bringing the Clippers within 2 points.

Then Ye Yao got an open shot on the right side of the free throw line, took the shot decisively, but missed.

In the second possession, the Clippers attacked again, and Paul hit a long two-pointer.

Ye Yao came over and was given two meters of space beyond the three-point line. He decisively took a shot, but missed again!

The point difference has reached 9 points.

The next two rounds followed a similar rhythm.

In the fifth round, Ye Yao finally hit a three-pointer.

The Clippers also failed to score in the sixth possession.

Ye Yao made a perfect pass, giving Li Ke an open look, and he hit another three-pointer.

The two sides then traded blows, making for a very lively fight.

Half the quarter has passed quickly.

When the Clippers players looked at the score, the difference was 11 points.

In other words, this tactic targeting Ye Yao was completely ineffective.

Or rather, its effect is negligible.

During this period, Ye Yao scored 5 points and had 2 assists.

But the hit rate was terrible, only 2 out of 8.

But he doesn't care about the data or the hit rate.

Because their score is still in the lead.

As long as the score is in the lead, Ye Yao has nothing to worry about.

No data or shooting percentage matters as much as winning.

Seeing this, the Clippers started to get a little anxious.

Unexpectedly, the strategy targeting Ye Yao failed, but one thing is certain.

That is to say, Ye Yao's shooting and footwork are indeed not very good.

But so what?

He helps the team in different ways, and that's enough!

At this point, the Clippers' mentality started to crumble a bit.

They were determined to win this match.

However, they encountered difficulties in the third quarter.

And this is the crucial moment to launch an attacking offensive.

Seeing the low spirits of the crowd, Paul, as the leader, was about to step forward.

However, Griffin beat them to it.

"Don't be discouraged, everyone. Now, give me the ball!" Griffin's eyes were determined.

He confidently mimicked the words of a certain number 8 player.

He led his team to a comeback victory against the Trail Blazers when everyone else had given up and they were down by more than ten points.

Now, it's Griffin's turn!

His words failed to motivate his teammates.

Unless Griffin performs well first.

Paul thought for a moment, but said nothing.

In the current situation, if Griffin plays well, it would indeed be beneficial for a comeback.

It's just one game anyway, it won't cause him to lose his top position.

Back on the field.

Paul has the ball and starts looking for Griffin.

But before he could even see Griffin, his gaze was blocked by a figure.

Rick, also known as Thompson.

They started pressing the defense from beyond the three-point line.

Griffin rushed over to help, but he too was blocked by a figure.

It was Ye Yao.

He desperately tried to squeeze Griffin with his body, seemingly not intending to let him receive the ball.

Griffin was a little surprised: "How did he know I was going to hit a breakaway shot?"

He had barely finished speaking when Ye Yao immediately closed in on him. Could it be that his tactics had been overheard?

In fact, Ye Yao did not know that Griffin was going to play superstar basketball.

Even DeAndre Jordan was being closely guarded by Pau Gasol, played by Zhang Yu.

The Cavaliers' three stars are tasked with guarding the Clippers' three stars.

It has nothing to do with superstars.

They simply switched to a defensive strategy!