NBA: Yao Ming at his peak returns to his rookie season

Before five minutes had even passed in the first quarter, Yao Ming delivered a dunk over the Nets, scoring only 2 points, but it dealt a significant blow to the Nets' morale.

Moreover, compared to Yao Ming's 6 points and 2 rebounds, Collins was completely outmatched.

Compared to this rookie, Collins seemed to know nothing but running back and forth.

Yao Ming clenched his fist excitedly upon landing.

Yao Ming is a repressed and restrained person; only on the court does he occasionally reveal some of his youthful arrogance.

After wandering for half his life, he returned still the same basketball-loving boy he always was.

The Nets vs. Rockets game has incredibly high viewership, currently exceeding 36%, and the broadcasting station is so excited they almost kneel down.

Of course, this has nothing to do with the Nets.

After being swept 4-0 last year, they lost a lot of fans. Now, at least 7% of the fans watching on TV are there to watch Yao Ming play.

Regardless of the "super center" that Houston is touting.

Local Nets fans commented, "He'll be beaten until he's begging for his dad."

That's enough to entice fans to spend a little money, open a beer in front of the TV, and watch this big guy play.

Kobe Bryant was watching Yao Ming's dunk on TV.

Kobe excitedly squeezed the ball.

Vanessa, who was in her arms, angrily threw a pillow at him: "If you're going to watch the game properly, then you're going to massage me properly!"

"Okay, okay, I was wrong!"

Kobe had a lot of minor flaws, but his strength was that he was incredibly quick to back down when it came to his wife.

However, he was also amazed by Yao Ming's growth.

This guy is becoming more and more agile and composed on the court. Of course, he's still a bit behind O'Neal, but if the team changes their center...

Kobe's eyes were burning with passion.

There was absolutely no chasing or chasing on the field.

From the very first point, Yao Ming started dominating the weaker teams.

In basketball, you play where you have an advantage.

In the past, when the Nets played against the Rockets, they would first shut down Francis, then shut down the forwards, and the Nets would win the game.

The current Rockets are similar.

The ball was constantly fed to Yao Ming, and when it wasn't fed, he started making runs.

When Yao Ming comes out to receive the ball, there is no problem of not being able to pass it to him.

For a superstar center, running the triangle offense is as easy as eating and drinking. As long as the Nets dare to defend Yao Ming, Francis and Mobley can attack from the strong side and the weak side.

The Nets quieted down just halfway through the first quarter.

Their center, Mr. Collins, was substituted off, covered in sweat; it really doesn't matter whether he's there or not now.

Kenyon Martin was still unconvinced.

"I'll give it a try!"

That would be a death sentence if you tried it.

Coach Tommy didn't give Yao Ming a rest in the first quarter, and Martin bumped right into Yao Ming.

Collins doesn't crouch under the basket.

Yao Ming immediately reverted to Coach Tang's original plan: sit firmly under the basket, and as soon as he received the ball, he would sit down in.

Then I happily lay there and collected points.

Yao Ming's offense was absolutely explosive.

As long as Martin gets the ball and raises his hand to attack, his height makes it impossible for him to struggle. He also tries to use his jumping ability to get in front of Martin.

It still didn't work.

Kenyon Martin has never felt so powerless because of someone's height!

But this only made Kenyon Martin, the number one draft pick in 2000, even angrier.

In the final play of the first quarter, Martin aggressively backed down Yao Ming, bumping him several times, but Yao Ming didn't budge. In the end, Martin was called for an offensive foul.

The score was 28-20, with the Nets trailing by 8 points in the quarter.

One foot is on the edge of danger.

Yao Ming put up a well-rounded stat line of 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks in one quarter, single-handedly dominating the Nets.

The Rockets completely controlled the pace of the game.

Barkley finally demonstrated his "correct judgment".

He was quite boastful when the Rockets were leading in the first quarter. If Kidd watched the replay, he would definitely understand why Barkley is so hated.

Of course, what goes around comes around.

During halftime, Kenny showed off a variety of styles of oversized shorts.

They also gave Barkley a long list of sponsors.

With just these underwear, Kenny Smith could wear a different pair every day for a month without repeating a single pair.

In the end, I chose a pair of beach shorts that Jordan mailed to me.

This is the most expensive item.

For the sake of the show, when Barkley was wailing "I want to kiss Kenny's ass," Kenny Smith had someone bring out that enchanting donkey and dressed it in the beach shorts that Jordan had mailed to it.

"Bar!"

Sir Barkley, true to his word, gave the donkey's rear end a kiss!

This is the second memorable moment of the day, besides Yao Ming's dunk over Collins!

The Rockets have gained the advantage.

However, Tomjanovich has added a bit of difficulty for his team.

Put Cato back in the center position.

Then he ordered Yao Ming to defend.

"This is for your training, Yao. The coach doesn't care about winning or losing the game; he cares more about your growth."

Cato patted Yao Ming on the shoulder, and as the team's leader, Cato continued to explain some defensive details to Yao Ming.

In fact, the best offensive and defensive role for a center is fighting in the paint.

However, this also limits the center position.

Yao Ming's current ability to compete under the basket is at least a B+ level, if quantified. His skills are basically perfect, but he lacks stamina.

Even a slow, laborious worker can become stronger by gradually increasing their weight.

What sets Tomjanovich apart from others is his emphasis on Yao Ming's versatility. He hopes Yao can take on more roles than traditional centers.

Cato was trying to persuade Yao Ming not to hold a grudge against Coach Tang.

After all, Coach Tomjanovich took away Yao Ming's offensive control, and based on Yao Ming's performance in the first quarter, if he continues to play, today will undoubtedly be a huge success!

But that would be underestimating Yao Ming.

During recent training sessions, Coach Tomjanovich added lateral movement and core training to Yao Ming's curriculum, so Yao Ming was already prepared. Besides, he has a "Resolute" badge!

Game start

Use "Resolute" again.

Yao Ming's defense is becoming increasingly hardcore. Even if you can't stop him, it doesn't stop him from constantly improving and putting more pressure on the Nets.

The Nets had a very tough time in the second quarter.

In the first quarter, they couldn't beat Yao Ming, but in the second quarter, Yao Ming kept blocking their shots. Yao Ming is just too tall, making it difficult for him to move around, whether on offense or defense!

MD!

Yao Ming played for 8 minutes in the second quarter, contributing 4 blocks, and Kidd finally couldn't help but swear!

Yao Ming did not score in the second quarter.

But he had 3 rebounds, 4 blocks, and 1 assist!

The Rockets are developing their own rhythm around Yao Ming in their offensive and defensive battles.

Yao Ming provided support on the offensive end.

Establish a restricted area on the defensive end.

Kenyon Martin is now completely bewildered.

He's the type of player whose main scoring method is attacking the basket. When Yao Ming plays like this, it makes him seem like Collins.

The Nets are in a bad situation, and Kidd is a top-class player who brings his own system, so his sense of this is naturally particularly sharp.

He knew very well that the Rockets' situation was different.

If this continues, Yao Ming, that new recruit, might end up working three holidays a year.

Kidd tried to get the pace back on track.

But Kidd forgot that the Nets weren't just his team.

Kenyon Martin was completely proven wrong by his pre-match comments. He really couldn't understand how a rookie could be more difficult to deal with than Ben Wallace.

Driven by malice, Martin went on a rampage this time.

Taking advantage of Kidd's screen, Kenyon Martin didn't choose to take a mid-range shot to stabilize the score, but instead rushed towards Yao Ming's basket.

The elbow in his hand was also raised high.

Martin's thinking was simple: although Yao Ming elbowed Zach Randolph, Yao Ming's performance in that game wasn't particularly aggressive.

He was far from being a rogue like Randolph.

In basketball, whoever makes the opponent afraid wins. He doesn't believe that a newcomer like Yao Ming would dare to be so arrogant!

There have always been many people who have tried to sabotage Yao Ming.

However, not many succeeded.

His ability to read the game is also outstanding, and coupled with his peak weight and height, few people would be so foolish as to deliberately throw him.

After all, it's the league's flagship organization; the consequences will be severe.

Kenyon Martin rose up to dunk when he was half a body length away from the basket.

The action wasn't serious enough to warrant a foul.

But this kind of ball is clearly aimed at the person, not the ball.

The result was rather disastrous!

The moment Kenyon Martin made his move, Yao Ming had already anticipated that the bastard's actions were abnormal. Just as the intensity of Yao Ming's defense had increased, Yao Ming's "Unyielding" skill bounced slightly and slapped him down. Martin was aiming at the person, so his basketball movements were naturally a beat slower.

When he saw Yao Ming jump up, he tried to struggle a bit more.

But how could that be?

The two people collided solidly over such a short distance.

The person just flew away!

Given Yao Ming's height and wingspan, and the fact that the impact was from below, Kenyon Martin essentially took the brunt of Yao Ming's full weight during a sprint.

Yao Ming landed, wobbled twice, and then, faking a fall, landed hard on his backside on the court.

The big screen then played a video of Kenyon Martin's earlier action.

He stretched out his entire body, but the basketball wasn't lifted; his elbow was still in front of him, and his knee was also impacting him!

This thing looks threatening no matter how you look at it.

Similar to a mid-air version of the Golden Rooster Standing on One Leg.

Compared to Martin, Yao Ming's defense was much cleaner; it looked like an honest kid making a last-ditch effort!

The most crucial thing!

Kenyon Martin didn't even attempt a layup when the two collided!