During the team drill, Su Xi was assigned to the substitute camp.
Both Anthony and McNabara were surprised, but Su Xi was calm.
This made Coach Jim Bonham a little 'frustrated'. He made such an arrangement in order to make Su Xi complain and show dissatisfaction, and then he would naturally 'pacify' him and tell him not to have his own thoughts or fantasies. NBA.
Give him a show of strength, and then give him Tianzao.
Mature coaches are all such PUA players.
But Su Xi was very obedient and did not complain at all.
This made Jim Bonham very passive, and he was worried that Su Xi's 'silence' was because she had already made up her mind.
So, when the joint training was over, he walked over to Su Xi inadvertently. He asked Su Xi: "How does it feel to be a substitute?"
Su Xi said: "I obey the coach's arrangements."
Su Xi's tone was not dissatisfied at all.
He doesn't fight or grab. For him, it doesn't matter whether he starts or comes off the bench. What matters is playing against talents who can accelerate the integration of his talents.
Jim Bonham felt uneasy. He really couldn't figure out Susie. In the past, these famous NCAA coaches would first expose those non-talented players and non-important core players who were not obedient, making them feel afraid, and then educate them. The purpose is to make them completely obedient to themselves.
But Su Xi didn't take this trick.
Jim was afraid that he would push too hard and the two of them would get into a fight. Even if Su Xi can't play in the NBA, he can still transfer to another school. The NCAA does not want too many transfer students. With Su Xi's current ability, if he wants to transfer, many schools are willing to accept him.
"Jack, you are still young, and there are many things you cannot grasp. You have to be steady now. I will let you sit on the bench for the time being. Sometimes sitting on the bench is better for learning tactical thinking." Jim Boham said gently said.
"Okay." Su Xi agreed.
As calm as ever, without any complaints.
Jim Bonham can't stand it anymore.
He even felt like a child in front of Su Xi, jumping up and down.
People were completely indifferent.
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At the beginning of the game, Su Xi did not start.
This made many fans who came specially to watch Susie the Sheep dissatisfied, and some boos were heard in the Madison Garden Arena.
Josh Pace enters the starting lineup and McNabarra returns to point guard.
The game started with sharp matchups, with McNabala being held in check by Auburn's Steve Levine, Daniels matched up with Josh Pace, and Carmelo Anthony matched up with their small forward Derrick Borders. , Hakeem's defensive targets are Killingsworth and Craig against Brand Robinson.
Su Xi sat on the bench, patiently and attentively observing the movements of the players on both sides. He is studying the overall situation of the court carefully.
He saw that McNabara was isolated by Levine's tall stature. Levine is not only tall but also flexible and has excellent physical coordination. This is why he can serve as a point guard at such a tall height.
Levine's other talents are average, but his passing vision is very good. Under McNabara's defense, he can easily pass the basketball to Daniels or other players.
Daniels, Auburn's leading scorer, ate up Josh Pace like a mushroom power bean.
Josh Pace is just a shooter and his defense is mediocre.
Carmelo Anthony's isolation ability is very strong, and he can easily clear the defense on the wing. Although Derek, who was guarding him tonight, was only 1.95cm tall, he was very tough. He played extremely tenaciously and fought repeatedly, posing an increasing threat to Anthony.
Because Anthony is increasingly trapped in singles, there is no one around him to distribute the ball to, and no one can help him attract firepower.
Hakeem, the team's No. 2 scorer, was trapped by Killingsworth. Although Killingsworth, a former high school talent, is getting further and further away from the NBA, in the NCAA he is simply the equivalent of Ben Wallace and A combination of Rasheed Wallace... He has good strength and a little outside shooting... although his shooting speed is about the same as a trebuchet.
Syracuse University is visibly passive.
They can only rely on Carmelo Anthony to support them alone. Su Xi does not play, and their previous silky backcourt connection no longer exists.
At the 7th minute of the first half, Syracuse University finally couldn't maintain the balance, and Auburn University took the opportunity to open the score.
In fact, Anthony was already gesturing to Jim Bonham in the fifth minute. He wanted to ask what Jim was doing and why Jack wasn't allowed to play?
Jim is also very conflicted. On the one hand, he believes that he can control the situation without Su Xi. After all, Auburn University is only the 10th seed, while Syracuse University is the 3rd seed.
He constantly mobilized his troops and generals.
But it was never able to stop Auburn University's offensive.
He deliberately did not call Su Xi's name, but passed by Su Xi frequently. He hoped that Su Xi would not be able to calmly express his thoughts on playing to him, and then he would teach him a lesson, and then quickly replace him. However, Su Xi was very calm and had no intention of actively applying to play.
He also smiled at Coach Jim and nodded to him.
There was even gratitude in his eyes.
This makes Coach Jim unpredictable about Su Xi's thoughts.
In fact, Su Xi's thinking was very simple. He simply believed that Jim kept him on the bench because he wanted to cultivate his overall view and ability to control tactics.
Coach Jim had been so kind to him before, and he didn't even think about 'suppressing' him.
Moreover, Coach Jim frequently mobilized his troops and deliberately 'passed by' him, which he interpreted as: on-site teaching.
He felt in his heart that he had benefited greatly from these wrong plans.
In the past, he rarely observed the overall situation in an overall manner, but now with Coach Jim's guidance, he finally has a preliminary understanding of the system. He's starting to take his first steps toward becoming a true point guard.
This is why he looked at Coach Jim with grateful eyes: In order to train me, you deliberately kept using wrong answers.
If Jim knew about Su Xi's psychological activities, he would definitely collapse: I obviously want to suppress you, I want you to clearly realize that you should not fantasize about the NBA, you can't control it.
Jim glanced at Susie, who was looking at the court with a calm expression and a mesmerized look on her face.
He sighed: Okay, I'm convinced, Jack, you win.
He really couldn't hold on anymore. Although it was important to put an end to Su Xi's idea of entering the NBA, winning was more important. This is a decisive game, a game that determines the final outcome of this season. The top 16 and top 8 have completely different treatment.
Just as he was about to request a timeout, a substitution was made.
Some calls came from the arena: We want Suzy the Sheep! We want to see Suzy the Sheep! We want Susie the Sheep to play!
At first it was still spreading, but as more and more people shouted, more and more people started shouting.
Gradually it became a unified slogan: Suzy the little sheep! Suzy the sheep! Suzy the sheep!
Su Xi frowned, a little embarrassed.
He didn't like the nickname from the beginning.
He likes Carmelo Anthony's nickname Lil-Goat. Goats sound stronger and more powerful than sheep.
He cannot cover the mouths of thousands of people.
Jim wanted to cover his ears, and he paused as he reached his mouth... He was a little rebellious at heart.
This rebellion has disastrous consequences.
McNabara forced a breakthrough when facing Steve Levine. He wanted to help Anthony open up the situation. He reached the free throw line, stopped suddenly, and took a step-back jump shot... The arc was beautiful, and he finally found some feeling.
But just when the basketball reached its highest point, his left foot softened slightly when he landed, and he sprained it on the spot.
Although he fell down smartly, the impact of gravity acceleration still made him lie on the floor making painful sounds.
McNabarra is injured!
Jim Bonham's entire face froze instantly...McNabara is the second outside scorer and Cameron's right-hand man. When Cameron feels bad, he often plays solo and carries.
Now, he's hurt.
Syracuse trailed by 5 points.
Jim was very regretful and knew that all the fault was his own. He shouldn't play tricks in such an important game, shouldn't deliberately suppress Su Xi, and want Su Xi to listen to him. Not only did it not have any effect, but he overplayed it, putting the game in a desperate situation, and McNabara was also injured... He blamed himself very much. He had never hated his foolish conceit so much.
"Auburn University is the number one dark horse this year. After eliminating the No. 2 seed, the No. 3 seed is almost finished."
The CBS commentator said on TV: "The style of the core team of Daniels, Levine, and Killingsworth is too complementary and too strong. I don't think Syracuse University has any way to crack it."
"Although the fans at Madison Square Garden are shouting about Suzy the Lamb, it is a mistake to pin their hopes on him. They might as well pray that McNabara is not injured and continues to play in the second half!"
While commentator Barry Sr. was talking, the team doctor asked the staff to push the stretcher in. McNabara's left shoe was cut open, then fixed with an ice pack, and the person was lifted up... This scene made everyone who supports Syracuse University The fans have sunk to the bottom.
McNabarra will never come back.
Syracuse didn’t stand a chance.
"I'm going to play."
Susie stood up and walked over to Jim Bonham, his eyes firm.
Jim Boham did not expect that Su Xi would stand up at this time. At this time, the team's morale was shaken, and many people lost confidence because of McNabara's departure.
"I have a way to beat them."
Su Xi continued.
Um?
Jim Bonham raised his eyebrows and thought: I don't even have confidence, but do you?
"You just asked me to observe their movements on the sidelines. I tried my best to figure it out, and I found that they are not indestructible." Su Xi said: "Also, I don't want McNabara to go to the hospital with self-blame and spend a long time in suffering. offseason. He is a sensitive and kind person. If we lose the game, he will definitely feel that his injury is dragging everyone down."
"I'm going to take his share with me."
Su Xi said seriously.
His words affected everyone.
Sincerity is always a must-win.
The players emerged from the shadow of McNabara's injury, and their frustration turned into motivation. McNabarra is a good guy and he shouldn't end the season with regrets, and if Jack really has a way to crack Auburn, everyone is willing to do their part.
This is the biggest difference between college basketball and professional basketball.
Although every group will have internal conflicts to some extent, the thing that is different from professional basketball is... the sense of belief and unity in college basketball is stronger. Because this place has not been infected by commercial elements, it has not been divided into three, six or nine levels, there is no contract competition for the same position, and there will be no competition for a piece of data.
Everyone is focused on victory.
Jim Bonham was moved and said, "Okay, Jack. It's your time to prove yourself."
Su Xi nodded vigorously.
He then shared his thoughts on the tactics with Jim Bonham, and he emphasized that he could do it.
Bonham was surprised, and his teammates were even more surprised.
Jack actually wants to do this?
Beep!
The whistle blows and the game continues.
Susie the Sheep, who was called out by New York fans, finally made her appearance.
At this time, the mood at Madison Garden Arena was a little low.
McNabarra's departure and the team's falling behind left them frustrated.
At this time, Syracuse University's lineup is: Duany, Suhi, Anthony, Hakeem, and Craig.
Auburn point guard Levine carried the basketball across half court, and Syracuse defended a zone.
Moreover, this second and third zone defense is very strange. Hakeem's position and Su Xi's position seem to be opposite.
Levine caught this and quickly passed the basketball to the paint area and handed it to Killingsworth.
Killingsworth gets the basketball and Suhi defends it.
Although Killingsworth is short in the paint, he still has a slight height advantage against Su Xi.
His post-up skills are rough.
But now he is playing guard in a misplaced position.
He turned around and hit Su Xi forcefully. His body was 1.5 times thicker than Su Xi and his weight was exactly 1.5 times that of Su Xi.
Theoretically, Su Xi should not defend alone.
But when Killingsworth used 70% of his strength to push back...poof!
Su Xi, who had secured her position in advance, only moved back slightly.
Killingsworth looked surprised.
Su Xi couldn't stop smiling.
Killingsworth is very powerful, much stronger than Anthony.
His impact directly increased Su Xi's super strength talent integration degree from 86% to 88%.
Killingsworth immediately increased the force to 90% and hit backwards again...poof!
At this moment, Su Xi couldn't help but take a step back.
However, his super strength talent fusion degree increased again, directly to 89%.
It’s only one step away from 90%.
Entering 90%, quantitative changes turn into qualitative changes, which is another world.
By then, Su Xi will enter the field of real strength. He can be called a strong player in the NBA.
However, Killingsworth took the time to turn around... He and Kwame Brown have similar problems. Kwame Brown has buttery hands and can't catch the ball, but also loves the court and thinks about life. He won't choose. Every time he attacks on the court, he breaks through his normal thinking.
Who would have thought that he would turn around at this time.
He actually jumped up and dunked.
There is a Shark O'Neal living inside him.
Fortunately, he did not participate in the 2001 NBA draft. With Jordan's unique drafting ability, it was really possible to select him.
By then, there will be only one truly happy person: Kwame Brown.
Killingsworth didn't jump up. Su Xi followed him. He had no room to jump at all. He subconsciously jumped another step... Everyone was stunned.
Beep!
The referee whistled for a walk.
He was still very angry and slammed the basketball on the floor.
The referee didn't tolerate him and called him a technical foul.
The Madison Square Garden was abuzz.
The fans started shouting: Suzy the sheep! Suzy the sheep!
"Defended?"
Jim Bonham stood stunned on the sidelines in disbelief. The way to crack Auburn University’s chain attack is actually the simplest two-three defense? Su Xi can really stand up to Killingsworth?
Putting it this way, can he really play in the NBA?
Is he actually used in more scenarios than McNabara?
The NBA doesn't need a skinny white point guard who's good at scoring.
But if it's a point guard who can withstand the paint, they will definitely give it a try.
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