Chapter 176 James: Preventing Him Is Too Easy (3/5! Ask for a Monthly Pass!)

Chapter 176 James: Preventing him is too easy (35! Ask for a monthly pass!)

When Walker suffered an ankle injury when he was at UConn, Tang Tian spoke to him like a godfather.

It seems that Walker still remembers those words.

But it is really useful. The competition in the NCAA is not as cruel as the NBA, and there will be coaches and teammates who sincerely help you carry it.

But in the NBA, it's like colleagues at work can't really help too much, and I still have to rely more on myself.

At this time, Walker realized that the original injury was a good thing for him. At least in terms of mentality, he became more mature than ordinary rookies.

"Come on, see you at the All-Star rookie game." Tang Tian sent a message back.

Because they are in different divisions, they only play against each other twice a season.

Coupled with the dense schedule of the lockout season and not much personal time, there are not many opportunities for them to meet.

"Yes, you go too."

After reading the message that Walker replied, Tang Tian put the phone away.

The next game is to play the Heat.

For him, this is also a game with a different meaning.

Back in the training class in San Antonio, Tang Tian began to try to catch and shoot three-pointers in the training game.

The Spurs are good at tactics, and there is already a lot of cooperation between teammates. In addition, after playing nearly ten games, he and Splitter also have a tacit understanding.

He seized the opportunity to hit two catch-and-shoot threes off the ball.

"He still has this?"

Popovich was a little surprised when he saw it from the sidelines. You must know that although Tang Tian had been training before, he practiced extra at night, and Popovich didn't know about it.

"Yes, I heard Ingold say once that he seems to have been practicing this."

Budenholzer said that Popovich is in charge of the overall situation, and these minutiae matters, or his assistant coach knows better.

"Interesting." Popovich nodded with a smile after listening, he really didn't know about Tang Tian's additional practice.

And a person can practice a technology from scratch, the sweat behind it is conceivable.

The day before the game between the Spurs and the Heat, the Heat arrived in San Antonio.

Unlike the Spurs' ups and downs, the Heat's performance this season can be described as extremely hot.

They have played 9 games so far, except for one loss to the Eagles, they have won all the other 8 games, and their record of 8 wins and 1 loss ranks first in the league.

The James Heat played even better in the second season. They have already scored 30+ in 3 games and their shooting percentage is as high as 55%.

Wade and Bosh also played stable, the most important is the team's two veterans.

Mike Miller regained his touch and made more than 45% of his three-pointers. New aid Shane Battier also brought the team a strong perimeter defense.

This team has a balanced offense and defense, giving people a feeling that they have already locked the championship in advance.

However, teams with James are always unavoidable. Some people still think that the Heat's current record is related to their opponents and schedule.

Against the Spurs is their real touchstone game.

On the day the Heat arrived in San Antonio, head coach Spoelstra organized a daily training session. It can be seen that he also attaches great importance to this game.

The Heat's training attracted many reporters to watch. When the training ended, James was surrounded by reporters.

After being defeated by the Mavericks last season, the team suffered a lot of doubts.

However, after a long offseason, James, who is the core of the team, has obviously adapted to some extent.

He has already dealt with commonplace topics such as "what changes the team has in the new season" and "whether this season is ready to win the championship".

"The Heat tried out Don in the summer, but the team did not choose him in the end. He is doing very well in San Antonio now. What do you think of this matter?"

A reporter asked a relatively new topic.

James glanced at the reporter who asked the question, obviously he didn't expect anyone to ask this.

But after all, he has experienced a lot and reacted quickly.

"Yes, Don is great. He can shoot three-pointers, defend well, and play smart. He is a good player, but I will not interfere with the management of the team. I am a player. I am only responsible for playing. one thing."

There doesn't seem to be anything wrong with James' answer.

At the end of the interview, James returned to the locker room to take a shower. His teammates hadn't returned to the hotel yet, sitting there chatting and laughing.

The team has won consecutive games, and the players are relaxed and in a good mood.

But Battier and Wade looked serious when they talked, as if they were discussing some serious topic.

James came out wrapped in a towel, smiled and walked over to sit next to the two of them.

"What are you talking about?" James asked after sitting down.

"It's about the game." Wade smiled and looked at James, with a hint of love among friends in his eyes.

"Tell me about it," James continued.

"We're talking about Green and Don, and the Spurs have developed a tactic this season, catch-and-shoot at 2/3, and it works really well."

Battier said that he was produced by Duke, and he is more sensitive to tactics.

Several wings of the Spurs performed well this season, especially Green and Tang Tian, ​​both of whom averaged more than 10 points per game.

You must know that Green only played a total of seven or eight games last season, and Tang Tian is even a rookie.

Although the two are good in their own strength, the tactical bonus is also obvious.

"Yes, with those three guys, the two of them don't have much defensive pressure. They can make those shots that should be scored. They are a big threat."

Wade said with a wry smile.

At the beginning, Tang Tian tried out the Heat, and he appreciated it very much.

And he also said good things when the management made decisions, and he also knew about the draft promises.

It's just that they don't know why the management changed their mind in the end, and now Tang Tian has become a point of trouble for them.

"No, no, actually there's nothing to worry about." James' reaction was unexpected.

Both Wade and Battier looked at him curiously.

"Green really needs to be careful, but his three-point stability is actually not that good. It depends on the situation and asks Mario (Chalmers) to follow up. As for Don, he is just a spot-up shooter. Don't give him an open opportunity. Well, Sean is the best at what he does."

James said lightly.

Battier smiled after hearing this. James was a little embarrassed to praise him so much, but what he said was indeed not a big problem.

Green's shooting percentage in the first few games of the season did fluctuate a lot, especially when he had five consecutive away games, it was only about 30%.

In Tang Tian's case, from the beginning of the season to now, he will only shoot set three-pointers and occasionally cut the ball.

"So guys, enjoy the game, we will dispel all doubts tonight." James smiled and patted the shoulders of the two.

Thanks to Xingfeng Xiaoye for the reward.