After the first snowfall in 2008, despite Bynum being injured and adjusting the new lineup, the Lakers were still unstoppable. They successively eliminated the Pacers, Grizzlies, Hornets, Bucks, Grizzlies and SuperSonics, winning 7 consecutive victories. .
However, in the second half of the January schedule, the Lakers entered the devil's schedule again.
On January 17, at the Staples Center Arena, the Lakers lost to the Suns at home with a score of 98 to 106, ending their 7-game winning streak and their two-game winning streak against the Suns.
Nash scored 20 assists and 13 points, and his organization and control were very good, but the perimeter was not the reason why the Lakers lost.
After all, offset by Kobe's 25 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds and Su Bei's 23 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists, the outside still won.
It's only Bynum's injury inside that is the most fatal. Although Odom scored 19 points and 19 rebounds, rounding out a 20+20 performance, Marion also had 20 points and 16 rebounds, which was the same as Odom's. The performance cannot be said to be exactly the same, it can only be said to be similar. They are all rounded to one Odom, that is, 20+20!
Including Stoudemire who played 27 minutes and scored 16 points and 7 rebounds, and Kwame Brown who had 8 points, 6 rebounds and 7 turnovers. With this performance, what can the Lakers do to top it?
You can't stand it!
The regular season is a marathon, and it means nothing compared to losing one or two games. The reason why this game is more important is because the Lakers suffered another major injury in this game.
Ariza's right leg was fractured. He had just been mentioned as a starter and was about to reuse Ariza, but God seemed to be teasing you and caused Ariza to fracture.
Odom, Kwame Brown, Bynum, Ariza... Are you polite when you catch a team and pick them up?
This season, the Lakers' championship situation is so tight that they can't save themselves or cause trouble. Injuries keep coming. Jackson's newly adjusted swing lineup was almost ruined because of Ariza's injury.
Without Ariza's defense, it seems unnecessary to continue.
In the next 6 games, Fisher returned to the starting lineup. However, Su Bei, a trumpet player, still had to continue playing music and practicing. He never stopped attacking with the ball. In terms of layout, Jackson still had a big vision.
It's just a pity that it's not cramming. Attacking with the ball doesn't mean that you can feed him the ball constantly and you can become a top player. It also requires Su Bei's personal enlightenment, that is, enlightenment. It can't be done in a day or two. I can only endure it slowly.
Subei's offensive efficiency has not improved much, and the Lakers' team's competitive state has declined significantly due to the uneven lineup.
Although they eliminated the Nuggets, led by Anthony and Iverson, they lost to the Spurs, Mavericks and Cavaliers in a row, swallowing a three-game losing streak.
They were only defeated by the Knicks, who had obvious star black hole attributes, and the Pistons, who relied on Kobe to go on a killing spree, scoring 42 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, and hitting a buzzer-beating 3-pointer. They had 3 wins and 3 losses in 6 games. While they are 50 to 50 open, there are also a lot of people who bully the weak and fear the strong.
At the end of the January schedule, the Lakers' front line became 35 wins and 9 losses. After all, they were far ahead and still ranked second in the league, only one and a half games away from the league's first Celtics.
Is it surprising? Surprised or not?
Entering January 2008, the Celtics' record also had a lot of twists and turns. They actually lost 5 games. Of course, there is no need to pity them, because there were many games where they lost to weak teams. The Celtics The team may have drifted a bit.
During this period, Su Bei took over Kobe's role and averaged 21 points, 4.3 assists and 3.2 rebounds per game. His performance was quite adequate.
Compared with Kobe, who averaged 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists per game this season, the difference is not more than 100 million points. This is Kobe who is still playing.
On the contrary, Kobe's performance when playing without the ball was not bad, averaging 26 points, 8 assists and 5 rebounds per game. A superstar is a superstar. No matter where he is, he is the most handsome guy on the court.
After all, if you've been in the same room with Hamilton, you won't know how to play without the ball.
When Kobe was in high school, he and Hamilton were friends and slept in the same dormitory together.
Since Kobe can steal Jordan's magic skills and copy Hamilton's off-ball skills, it is just a piece of cake for Kobe.
In other words, in terms of learning ability and hard work and self-discipline, Kobe may be unique in the entire league or even history.
Not even a possibility, but a certainty.
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February 1, Route Center Arena.
Night falls.
At this time, the home court of the Menglongs was about to host a regular game against the Lakers. The lights were bright and there was a sea of people.
During the warm-up, Kobe's face flashed and he enthusiastically chatted with Bosh about how many cents he spent.
Seeing Kobe's enthusiasm, Bosh once thought that Kobe wanted to play brother basketball with him.
It felt like he had met another James.
In addition, what the Lakers lack is the inside line, and Kobe is so weird and enthusiastic that it has to make people think divergently.
It's a pity that Bosh has already renewed his contract. If you want to play brother basketball with him, you still have to wait three years.
How many three years are there in life?
By then, Kobe was already old, and he could only fulfill one sentence: Before you were born, I was already old after you were born.
They are not suitable, and besides, he has already followed James.
Kobe didn't know how much Bosh would think about it, nor did he care how much Bosh would think about it. He couldn't hide the excitement on his face, he just wanted to find someone to chat with for a few more cents.
Neither Su Bei nor Odom looked for anyone to talk to. After all, there was nothing to talk about.
Odom and Kardashian haven't completely gotten together yet, so they can't chat with Chrissy about his sister-in-law and sister-in-law, right?
It's really not necessary. It's better to warm up and shoot.
However, in addition to Kobe, the Lakers players who were warming up also had a hint of excitement and joy on their faces, as if something good had happened to the Lakers.
During the warm-up, the starting lineups of both sides for tonight's match were also displayed on the big screen in the arena.
The Menglong starting five are Andrea Bargnani, Bosh, Jamario Moon, Anthony Parker, and Jose Calderon.
The Lakers' starting five are Turiaf, Odom, Su Bei, Kobe and Fisher.
This game will be broadcast live on TNT radio and will be narrated by Barkley and Kenny Smith.
"The 12-man roster the Lakers gave tonight was a little weird.
Unexpectedly, there was no parallel import number one pick Kwame Brown and rookie Gavaris Crittenton. Instead, they signed two free agents, DJ Mbenga and Kobi Carr, and no new player injuries occurred.
Do you think it's possible that the Lakers are making big moves in the trade market?
The chips are likely to be Kwame Brown and Gavaris Crittenton. "
"The possibility you mentioned is very high. The regular season of the 2007/08 season is in February, which is a sweet time for the championship teams to check the lineup and fill in the gaps.
Halfway through the season, teams that have failed to make the playoffs have begun to make arrangements in advance. Are they rebuilding? Or continue to bet on the theoretical possibility of making the playoffs?
You have made a choice. If you miss it, you may waste two years.
Moreover, this time period is also the end of the negotiation time, and there are still 6 weeks before the transaction in the trading market. It is indeed a wonderful time to produce big deals.
However, the Lakers have done a good job of keeping the transaction confidential. It is estimated that the final physical examination of the players has been carried out now, and there is no news. If something happens, it should be a big deal..."
"Okay, let's get back to the topic and return to the game. Because the Lakers have the possibility of a big trade and they are not sending the best team, so the winning rate of this game may be 50-50.
The Menglong team is now 25 wins and 20 losses, ranking 6th in the Eastern Conference. There is no problem in making the playoffs. Bosh, who has reached his peak, should bring some problems to the Lakers' inside line. Now let's look at the Menglong team's outside line. Can the defense withstand Kobe's personal offense?
You know, in the 2005/06 season, Kobe scored 81 points on the Menglong team.
The Menglongs have always been Kobe Bryant's favorite scoring team. If the Menglongs' outside defense cannot withstand Kobe and allows Kobe to score high points and play the mode of one person challenging the entire team, the Menglongs will It is impossible for the team to win..."
The game begins.
Beep——!
When the whistle sounded, the referee threw the basketball in his hand high. Bosh defeated Turiaf and scored the first attack for the Menglong team.
Players rushed to the frontcourt like a tide, and Su Bei followed Jamario Moon.
This person is an older undrafted player, almost 28 years old, but the 2007/08 season is his rookie season. The situation cannot be said to be exactly the same as Bowen's, it can only be said to be similar.
Moreover, Bowen is still a second-round pick after all. He played 1 minute in his rookie season and went to the European League to find gold. Moon is a real undrafted player and can only play in the Development League. I have to say that Menglong is saving money. I really know a lot about that part, and I like to pick up cheap players to use.
"Jose Calderon is also an undrafted player, replacing TJ Ford who is injured and absent. In this case, the Mongolian team will have two undrafted players in the starting lineup.
The court was full of scenes of poor people fighting landlords, and the Menglong team's put together lineup was able to achieve a playoff record in the Eastern Conference. It was really eye-opening.
Calderon's playing style was very steady. He controlled the ball to the frontcourt, observed it for a while, and then threw the basketball to Bosh who pulled out to catch the ball.
Bosh caught the ball and made a two-point jump shot. Against Odom's defense, it was a mid-range two-pointer..."
Swish——!
0 to 2!
The knife fell with his hand, and Bosh's two points went into the net.
Dragon King Bosh is an evacuation inside man with a precise mid-range shot. He is 2.11 meters tall. Compared with Odom's 2.08 meters, it is difficult for Odom to block shots.
Bosh this season, averaging 23 points and 9 rebounds per game, has reached his peak. What can Odom do to stop him?
The offense and defense transition, the Lakers attack, Fisher controls the ball to the frontcourt, and immediately distributes the ball to Kobe.
"Kobe received the ball. After the triple threat took a step, he dribbled the ball to the inside. Anthony Parker, who was born in 1975 and was 33 years old, couldn't keep up with his footsteps. He turned his back and turned around. Kobe kept Parker in place and dribbled the ball into the penalty area. , just pull the ball up..."
Bang-dang——!
With a one-handed dunk, Kobe easily scored two points, opening the scoring account for the Lakers first.
2 to 2!
After scoring the goal, Kobe's face did not have the smile he had during the warm-up, but instead had a cold face. It seemed that he did not regard his opponent Anthony Parker as alive.
Anthony Parker and Kobe looked at each other and immediately lowered their heads.
With just one look, Anthony Parker knew he couldn't stand it.
He didn't have any useful tools like a wrench, so what could he use?
Moreover, despite being a first-round pick in 1997, he has not made a name for himself in the NBA and proven his ability.
In 2000, he was eliminated from the league and went to the European League to find gold. He played for 6 years. The reason why he was able to return to the NBA was not because of how strong he was, but because he was cheap enough. This bite.
Speaking of which, Anthony Parker can return to the NBA. In addition to thanking heaven and earth, he also feels that Kobe's offensive firepower is as high as 81 points.
It was precisely because Kobe Bryant crippled the forward and defensive line of the Rams that night that the Rams picked up players again. They still had the same virtues, looking for cheap ones. It happened that Anthony Parker was old and wanted to return. Playing in the United States, he was picked up.
If calculated this way, Anthony Parker is also an undrafted player.
All I can say is that the management of the Menglong team is simply genius. Saving money is equal to making money. It’s not shabby!
The Menglong team attacked and steadily controlled the ball to the frontcourt. Calderon, who averaged 11 points and 8 assists per game, chose to hand the basketball to Bargnani who pulled out, or a mid-range jumper after catching the ball. Take action...
Bargnani, who is 2.13 meters tall, faces Turiyaf, who is 2.08 meters tall. There is another small mismatch. If you want to block the shot, I can't do it either!
Swish——!
The knife fell from his hand, and Bargnani's mid-range shot was equally accurate.
2 to 4!
"Bargnani was chosen as a template for Nowitzki. As the No. 1 pick in 2006, his long-range shooting ability is also very strong.
But, are the Menglongs ready to keep shooting from the outside? Betting on whether there are bullets in the outside shooting pistol?
If you have bullets, you will win, but if you don't, you will lose. The Menglong team's draft framework is a bit outrageous, and they actually got two evacuation-type insiders.
Not to mention Bargnani's body and playing style are soft, but Bosh's body is very tough, but he is unwilling to play under the basket. It seems that Bosh really likes Garnett and regards Garnett as his idol. , the playing style cannot be said to be similar to Garnett's, it can only be said to be exactly the same! "
In fact, not only the style of playing, but also the decision to team up to play brother basketball in the future is also based on Garnett's style. It can only be said that Bosh is a true fan and can say to Garnett: You choose Yes, idol!
I just copied your homework!
Going a step further, on the court, the Lakers were attacking, Fisher controlled the ball to the frontcourt, and handed the basketball to Kobe.
This was agreed before the game that Kobe would dedicate tonight's performance to the new players.
Su Bei could only stand aside and quietly play his role as a role player. On offense, he could only turn back and run, playing lonely. It was an extraordinary period and an extraordinary way of playing.
Moreover, Anthony Parker's strength is nothing, and he is destined to be eaten by Kobe. This choice is not outrageous.
"Kobe Bryant started, dribbling the ball to the inside. After being pushed back by Anthony Parker, he fought and retreated. He immediately turned his back, shook his shoulders, turned around, pulled the ball up, raised his hand and shot a two-point fadeaway jumper..."
Swish——!
Kobe's fade away didn't turn into a three-pointer, and he hit the basket steadily.
Anthony Parker was completely helpless.
"The Menglong team's outside lineup is all picked up, and it is simply impossible to withstand the offensive firepower of the league's top shooting guard.
The Menglong team's trading style in order to save money can only swallow the bitter fruit of its own making.
In the current situation, we can only hope that their inside and soft combination can continue their offensive firepower in outside shooting.
"The Romance of Fairy Wood"
Anthony Parker's basketball skills are probably not as good as his sister's. It's too difficult to block Kobe's attack..."
He won't!
Anthony Parker's sister is Candace Parker, the top pick of WNMA in 2008, known as the female version of James.
If Candace Parker came to defend him and Kobe hit three balls, it would probably be difficult for him to hit.
If it's Anthony Parker, it's just a ball, the offense gives and takes, that's not said.
The Menglong team attacked, and since they couldn't defend, they stepped up their offensive offensive. Calderon continued to be a tool man, transporting the basketball to the frontcourt.
"Bosh pulled out to catch the ball, raised the ball and made a two-point jump shot, and Odom rushed over to get close to him.
After a shock, Bosh faked a shot and dribbled the ball into the penalty area and jumped up..."
Bang-dang——!
A tomahawk dunk, a single shot that blasted the basketball into the basket.
4 to 6!
After scoring the goal, Bosh roared at the cheerleaders outside the court, beat his chest, changed his hairstyle, and for those who didn't know, he thought Garnett was playing on the court!
Anyway, they are all so dark. If you are face blind, you really can't tell the difference between the two.
Impossible, absolutely impossible!
Bosh's long neck is so easy to recognize, and no matter how dark his appearance is, you can still recognize him, and Garnett's handsomeness is something Bosh couldn't copy from his homework.
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