rpbooks Chapter 162 A Crazier Lineup
Chapter 162 A Crazier Lineup
Chapter 162 A Crazier Lineup
The reporters who got the Blazers' starting roster before the game were shocked. Countless pairs of eyes looked at the expressionless McMillan sitting behind the table, thinking that this guy was overwhelmed and had been driven crazy by the huge pressure.Indeed, in their view, only a lunatic would field such an extremely weird starting lineup in the game against the Lakers. This is no longer a gamble, but a risk of life.
When the Trail Blazers press officer signaled to start asking questions, a forest of arms of different colors suddenly stood up at the entire press conference. Everyone had expressions of confusion and excitement, hoping to get the opportunity to interview the head coach , just in time to see if this guy is completely crazy.There are also some people with some anger left on their faces. The questions they originally thought were all useless. The list of starting players is the biggest breaking point. When are you not angry at this time?All the preparatory work yesterday was in vain. Your thoughtful question is not as good as someone throwing out a lineup list.
"May I ask why you came up with such a starting lineup? Is this an imitation of the Lakers in the last game?"
"There is no one who imitates anyone. A small lineup can be used by everyone. The reason why I come up with this lineup now is because I think it is time to go all out. If the strength on paper is not as good as the opponent, I can only use some tricks that are not the same as usual. gone."
"I saw that the team's starting insiders are Ye and Outlaw. Do you think this combination can compete with the Lakers' insiders?"
"I don't know. This lineup has never been used by the team. No one knows how effective it is, but I believe in the abilities of the two of them. In the last game, Ye was also the team's power forward, with 17 points and 8 points. The rebounding numbers show he's doing a good job at the position."
"The outside defense of this lineup seems to be very weak. Are you also so arrogant when facing Kobe?"
"I never said it was arrogance. Kobe is the top star in the league. We have never had a good way to limit him. We can only pray that he doesn't feel good in this game. I put this lineup to How to defend Kobe Bryant is not within the scope of my consideration."
After answering several questions in a row, all about the team's starting lineup, McMillan became irritable. After answering the ESPN reporter's question, he tapped the microphone lightly and said in a deep voice: "I know everyone saw this lineup. Afterwards, I probably thought something in my mind, but I don’t need to answer your doubts. The Lakers are a very strong team. If the Blazers want to beat their opponents, they cannot use normal methods. As for whether this will work, you will wait during the game Look!"
After he finished speaking, he motioned to the press officer, and Shi Shi suddenly walked out of the press conference, shutting all the voices inside the door.As soon as he left, the meeting place became a mess. Except for some online media who had to publish the list immediately, everyone else sat in their seats and began chattering about the Blazers' intention to do so.Many young people sneered at this, thinking that it was an attempt to hit a rock with an egg, but after careful consideration, the senior reporters were not as surprised as they were before. it's time.
Phil soon got the Blazers' starting lineup, and his face became strange.Before this season, he led the team to the playoffs in 17 seasons and coached a total of 277 playoff games. He has never seen such a wonderful starting lineup.You must know that he has coached two historically strong teams, the Bulls and the Lakers, in his life. Any team is cautious and careful when facing them. Putting on such a crazy lineup?The first and second positions are 1 meters, and the third to fifth positions are 98 meters. What is this for?
He recalled that Riley, the godfather of the Heat, once said that the future trend of basketball is five players with a height of about 2 meters, all of whom can run and shoot, and have a vague sense of position and can cross positions.However, McMillan's move is obviously not the model that Riley advocates. At least the front and rear courts are clearly defined, and there is no possibility of infinite crossing.Based on his many years of coaching experience, he can't see what his opponent is going to do, but his character determines that he will not think too much when facing these things. Anyway, I am in an advantage, no matter what you come up with I can crush you in the lineup, this is Phil's philosophy.
In fact, not only the reporters were surprised. When McMillan announced the list of starting players in the locker room, the Blazers locker room was just quiet for a moment, and the next second was like putting a drop of water into the frying pan. Everyone was stunned by the news.Famous coaches like Phil don't understand, and they don't understand even more. Roy, who has always been calm, also opened his mouth. He can't imagine what kind of lineup this will be. He really wants to be a part of this lineup. member?Fortunately, everyone's professional ethics are good, but there is a lot of discussion but no questioning of the head coach.
McMillan did not intend to explain many things to them, but said seriously: "This game is very important. If we lose, the opponent will probably destroy us directly in one go, so we cannot lose. I must admit that our There is still a gap in strength compared with the Lakers, but this is something the team management has to deal with during the offseason. What we have to do now is to catch them by surprise. This is the most offensive and mobile thing I can think of. We have a strong lineup, I hope everyone will not be confused by my decision, there is already a cliff behind, and we must find another way to win."
After finishing speaking, he looked at Ade and Oden, the two starting insiders who were almost untouchable before, and said: "LaMarcus, Greg, I have thought carefully about not letting you two start in this game, and I don't want to start. I will explain too much to you. The only thing I want to say is that your physical fitness is not enough to support such tactics. But you can make greater contributions to the team when you come off the bench. I think the Lakers' bench inside is to block Can't live with you two unless they put Gasol and Bynum on the bench like they did last game. But then our starters will have the upper hand."
Although McMillan didn't talk much, the players calmed down, even Adelaide and Oden were just a little depressed.Everyone felt that the head coach was right, now is the time to work hard.
(End of this chapter)