Chapter 1988 Everyone’s Attention, the Finals

On June 12, the eve of the Finals, the external trend did not affect the Lakers' preparations. After the opponent was determined, their preparations became more targeted. For two days in a row, the Lakers targeted the Heat's tactics and personal characteristics. train.

In fact, the Lakers have been preparing for the Heat since the beginning of the season. When you open Phil's head coach's office, you will find that the Heat's information is the thickest. It is more than one meter high from high to low, which shows that the Lakers are prepared for the Heat. How seriously the Heat take it.

The reason is also obvious. No matter how the regular season goes, the Heat, with their luxurious lineup, has always been the Lakers' biggest opponent. The fact is just as the Lakers expected, they met again in the finals for two consecutive years.

The Lakers have an absolute psychological advantage. In the finals last season, which many people regretted, the Lakers almost beat the Heat violently. If it weren't for Ji Feng's sudden flu that prevented him from playing in the game, the Heat wouldn't even be able to win a game. Even if Ji Feng suffered from injuries, the Heat were defeated with almost no chance to fight back. James and Wade also had a bad relationship with Ji Feng because of the coughing scandal. They had almost no contact throughout the season, and they were almost enemies when they met. , extremely jealous.

When they met again this time, Ji Feng naturally had no reservations. For several days in a row, Ji Feng was the one who worked the hardest and trained the longest on the training field. The Lakers also invited many well-known coaches in turn to specially simulate James' style of play comes to give Ji Feng a feel.

On the inside, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar appeared on the court in person. Over the course of three days, he conducted targeted training on the Lakers' interior twin towers and substitutes Powell and Jordan Hill.

Although the Heat next door play small ball and often send out a lineup of one big and four small in games, no matter whether they are facing the Pacers' inside or the Eastern Conference Finals against the combination of Garnett and Buss, their insides are actually very good. There is no loss, which is also the most important reason why the Heat can complete the reversal all the way. Everyone says that the Heat are not good inside, but in fact, when it comes to fighting, there are really only a handful of teams that can take advantage of the Heat inside, even in In the first few games of the Eastern Conference semifinals, they were able to have a matchup advantage over the Pacers without Bosh, which was really weird.

Therefore, Zen Master made special arrangements for the Heat's inside line. Bynum and Gasol will undoubtedly have to take the lead. After all, on paper, the Lakers really have a huge advantage in the inside line. If they put these four inside lines up, the Heat will feel Very uncomfortable.

However, Jackson knows best where the core of the Lakers lies. Ji Feng and Kobe are still the players he relies on most, but he can't always come up with the ultimate move, so Jackson is a little distressed.

But at this time, Ji Feng, who always has wonderful ideas, appears again...

The Heat are strong!

Although Ji Feng has a strong fighting spirit towards the Heat, but because of this, Ji Feng never dares to underestimate the Heat. To be honest, the Heat has now reached its peak period. Last season, due to insufficient running-in, the tactics were unclear. The problems caused are no longer visible this season. On the contrary, the Heat have found their own system.

What's more important is the joining of Battier. His joining is much more important than imagined. Not only can he free James from defense, but he also allows the Heat to qualify for one big and four small. James can move to the fourth position. It is the most critical change this season, and Battier's outside firepower is the key factor that allows the Heat to survive the danger.

More importantly, Bosh has found his own position. Although he is still the most hip man among the Big Three, he has changed his style of play this season and began to use more mid-to-long-range shots to end the offense. He was best at it before. Basically, you can no longer see the face-to-frame ball-holding attack. This perfectly suits James's style of play. It can be said that James' own system is like this. If you don't adapt, the team will collapse. James will not be able to play, so you You have to adapt. Bosh's success in becoming a shooting four position is one of the Heat's powerful changes.

It can be said that except for Wade, who is deteriorating, the strength of everyone else has increased compared to last season.

Coupled with their counterattack all the way, they played very hard, and their momentum reached its peak after eliminating the Green Army. Coupled with their desire for revenge, the Heat are very likely to be the Lakers' most difficult opponent in the finals.

Although Ji Feng kept provoking them in front of the media, he never dared to relax. Therefore, Ji Feng thought of several big tricks against the Heat!

So, on the 12th, after the last training session on the eve of the game, Ji Feng slowly came to the head coach's office...

"Coach, I think the thing we made before can be put to use!"

"Um...is it really okay? This is the finals. If we don't do it right or mess up, the price will be huge."

"Besides, the Heat have always started with defense. Their scoring ability is average, but their defense is surprisingly good. They can fight defensive battles with the Celtics and Pacers, who are famous for defense. They are very tough."

"Well, to be honest, if they really fight a defensive battle with us honestly, I don't think there is anything to worry about. You also know the coach of our team. The thing we are not afraid of the most is defense. Our lineup takes into account both inside and outside. There are no obvious weaknesses outside of our ability. As long as we are online, no one can stop us. Let’s not mention our defense. We have strong players inside and outside, so they should worry about being locked up by our defense." Ji Feng said otherwise. To put it bluntly, the Lakers are not only the best team in limiting their opponents' shooting percentage this season, they are also the team that forces the most turnovers from their opponents.

After reaching the playoffs, the Lakers' defensive intensity has obviously further upgraded.

"Well, what you said makes sense...but this decision is still a bit bold. To be honest, we will fight step by step. Unless something unexpected happens, I think we have a good chance of winning."

"It doesn't matter, we definitely can't do this from the beginning, but I think at the critical moment, we will definitely give the Heat a big surprise!"

"Well...you guy can always do surprising things. I trust your judgment. If it's suitable, then, hehehehehe..."

"Hey Hey……"

…

The tacit laughter of two old foxes, one big and one small, came from the office.

"Hisssssss~!"

"By the way, did you hear the terrible laughter coming from the coach's office..."

"Calm down, I heard you. I just saw Boss Ji Feng go in. I guess..."

"Ahem, that's good. I guess the Heat are in trouble!"

Employees passing by clenched their fists and waited for the show. History has proven countless times that when Ji Feng enters the coach's office, his opponents will have a headache.

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June 13, Staples.

The finals still use the 232 battle mode, and the Lakers still have the home court in the first two games. In the past few seasons, the Lakers have never lost their home court advantage, which is also a manifestation of their absolute strength.