One Guard

Chapter 72 : German, Canadian, Chinese

“Hahahaha, I’m starting to like this kid!” When Charles Barkley saw Yiyang stretch out **** to provoke Conley, the fat-headed guy was grinning.

Barkley likes players with personality, because he is one of them. Barkley can’t put it down even if he dared to make trouble in front of old players during his rookie season like Yiyang.

“Like? If I remember correctly, you are almost one of the most distracted commentators.” Kenny Smith sitting next to Barkley cast a contemptuous look.

Kenny Smith and Barkley can easily slap in the commentary, but Mike Conley, who has just been scored by Yiyang, is not so leisurely.

Maybe it was because of Kidd’s slow speed that Yiyang’s sudden breakthrough made the future leader of the Grizzlies not react in time. But the Grizzlies 11, who once boasted to reporters in Haikou before the game, would not give up. This has just scored a goal, nothing to be proud of!

Kangli came to Yiyang and did not rush to attack. Yiyang stared closely at the black guard in front of him. His height advantage could effectively block Conley’s passing route.

Conley wanted to lob a ball into Gasol’s hands, but Yiyang’s high arm was indeed a big threat.

Conley couldn’t get the ball in time, and Gasol, who was about to reach the position, had to withdraw three seconds to regain his position. The NBA’s three-second defensive rule requires guards to pass the ball in a timely manner so that the position of inside players will not be wasted.

After delaying Conley’s pass, Yiyang did not take it lightly, but took a half step back to prevent Conley from breaking through the ball.

“Damn it, how did he know?” Conley gritted his teeth. He did intend to use a breakthrough to tear the line of defense just now. However, Yiyang’s advance preparation caused Kangli’s plan to die in his womb before it was implemented.

Yiyang certainly did not have the ability to read other people’s thoughts and predict the future. The reason why he was able to accurately judge Kangli’s next plan was because Yiyang carefully observed it when he was off the court!

“He is very smart.” Kidd wiped the sweat from his forehead and praised Yiyang on the court.

“I didn’t teach well yet.” Terry beside Kidd patted his chest triumphantly.

Under Yiyang’s entanglement, Conley didn’t play the basketball for a long time, and the Grizzlies’ tactics naturally failed to execute.

In the end, Conley had to hand the ball to the team’s small forward Rudy Gay to face the elderly Marion. Guy forced a breakthrough to the basket and succeeded with a tough layup.

Although the Grizzlies continue to score, Lionel Hollins must not be happy at the moment. Because a game, it is impossible to win all by strong fights.

Changed to the Mavericks to attack again, and the Grizzlies’ defense still made it difficult for Yiyang to find a gap. Tyson Chandler is very active inside, but Yiyang has difficulty passing the ball in.

Marion went outside the three-point line and raised his hand to ask for the ball. Yiyang, who came to Marion with Yu Guang, just flicked without hesitation. The basketball quickly flew into Marion’s hands, but Rudy Gay’s follow-up speed was faster! As soon as Marion received the basketball, Guy posted it again!

After 　　, Marion intends to break directly. But Guy is in a very good shape today. He tried hard to stick to the defense, so Marion was helplessly forced to stop.

There was no way, Marion hit the ball into Yiyang’s hands again, and everything returned to the original point.

Nowitzki got stuck and wanted the ball, but Randolph actually adopted a defensive strategy against the Germans. Everyone thought that the Mavericks’ offense was over, but Yiyang’s choice once again surprised everyone.

I saw that the number one defender directly lifted the ball and flew in the direction of Nowitzki!

“The rookie is really a rookie!” Don’t say how happy Zach Randolph saw this scene, this is simply a steal given to him by Yiyang!

If it was before, Nowitzki would definitely have doubts about Yiyang’s pass. But now, Nowitzki believes in Yiyang’s passing ability!

Basketball slowly approached the two big men, one black and one white, Randolph tried hard to keep the German behind him, and he defended around the front, ready to take off and intercept the basketball at any time!

“It’s now!” Seeing the timing, Randolph, who was leaning on Nowitzki, jumped sharply, and the basketball looked close at hand!

However, basketball only seems to be close at hand. When Randolph took off, the basketball was just a minute away from his finger. But the basketball froze across Randolph’s fingertips and fell backward!

Since Randolph is defending around the front, there is no one behind Nowitzki! This orange-red basketball was unbiased, and passed Randolph and fell into Nowitzki’s hands!

After receiving the basketball, the German immediately took a big step, facing the undefended basket, dunking with both hands!

“Dirk Nowitzki!” The DJ on the scene made an exaggerated shout, and the fans of the entire US Airline Center Arena also stood up and cheered for their star.

But Dirk didn’t celebrate by himself after the successful dunk, but ran up and touched Yiyang’s head. “It’s beautiful!”

Kuban sat in the auditorium, the smile on his face seemed a little complicated. The scene just now reminded the guy Cuban of the young German and Canadian back then. Now that the Germans are getting older, the Canadians have already written their own legends on another land. As for that young Chinese, maybe he can really support Dallas’ future?

“How did the ball pass? It was just right!” Kenny Smith couldn’t believe how Yiyang managed to master such a small difference. The only explanation is that the Chinese defender was lucky.

However, for the second goal, Randolph, who had the same idea, still chose to defend Dirk around the front. Yiyang repeats the old technique. The basketball again passed Randolph’s fingers by a millimetre, and fell straight into Nowitzki’s hands.

This time, Marc Gasol quickly made up the defense to the basket. But Nowitzki turned the dunk into a throw, evaded Gasol’s defense and scored again!

This time, the photographer’s close-up shot was not given to Nowitzki, but was set on Yiyang’s face. This expressionless Chinese rookie shocked everyone’s jaw.

“I bet that even if Jason is on the court, he may not be able to pass that accurately!” Kenny Smith thought that Yiyang could get the guidance of Kidd and others in the Mavericks, and his growth rate would inevitably be quite terrifying!

“I now know how this kid averaged ten assists per game in the NCAA. If the NCAA game is also 48 minutes, his average assists per game may be more!”

These two blows not only gave the Mavericks a lead in the score, but also the morale of the Grizzlies players.

After 　　, Randolph, eager to save face, hopes to single Nowitzki. Although he had a slight advantage in tonnage, Randolph’s back-and-back jumper was knocked out under the interference of Nowitzki.

Tyson Chandler grabbed a defensive rebound and threw the ball directly to Marion, who was flying forward. Marion ran all the way, but Guy always stayed at his side. If Marion rushes to layup, what is waiting for him will be Guy’s vicious chase!

For Marion, whose athletic ability has deteriorated, this is a problem he has to face. This guy made it all the way into the three-second zone, but Guy didn’t realize that he had any intention to jump.

At this moment, the experienced Marion suddenly passed the ball beyond the three-point line. At the 45° position on the right side of the basket, Yiyang just arrived and got an open three-pointer!

Suddenly, the center of gravity of the Grizzlies moved closer to Yiyang. Although Yiyang’s three-pointer is not his killer, he still has the three-pointer in the open situation. After all, this guy is the guy who won the championship through a three-point lore in the NCAA!

Mike Conley hurriedly rushed to Yiyang, and the Grizzlies contracted the basket directly to the others, preparing to protect the rebounds.

Yiyang stared at the basket, and then suddenly started! Not a shot, but a pass without watching people!

The basketball quickly passed in front of Conley and flew to the front of the hoop. There, the Mavericks three-point shooter Jose Barea is ready!

“Also very fast to pass the ball! Barea made a three-pointer! BOOM! The goal was scored and another beautiful assist was sent out! His composure in the game is not like a rookie at all. .7 points, the Mavericks are now 7 points ahead! Coach Hollins requested a timeout and their defense was torn apart by a pass!” Kenny Smith looked at the Dallas one who was slowly walking down the court. No, maybe the gambler in Cuban will really win this time?

After 　　, the experienced Kidd once again replaced Yiyang. The Grizzlies made adjustments to make Rudy Gay, who is in excellent form, a strong offensive.

After Caron Butler was traded away, the Mavericks’ manpower at the third position is indeed a bit stretched. When Marion went off the field, Carlisle had to use Donimic Jones, who was originally in the second position, to top the small forward position. However, this guy who was the same height as Yiyang was beaten by the 2.03 meter Rudy Guy and could not fight back.

Relying on Gay’s excellent performance, the Grizzlies tied the score at the end of the first quarter. 29 to 29, both sides scored relatively high.

Rick Carlisle hurriedly took a small bench and sat among his players. The anxious game was not the result Carlisle wanted. He glanced around the players on the bench, and finally, his eyes fell on Yiyang.

“Also!”

Hearing the head coach yelling, Yiyang raised his head.

“In the second quarter, I will increase your playing time! Get ready!” Carlisle’s tone is beyond doubt!

Yiyang took the towel off his neck and nodded silently. The Mavericks’ X factor should start to maximize their role…