Before the start of the game between the Lakers and Jazz, the media suddenly broke the news that Du Kang was going to take Kobe Bryant's position as the Lakers' main offense in this game. A fierce conflict broke out between Du Kang and Kobe Bryant.
Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin is actually skeptical.
I wonder if it's a smoke bomb.
After the opening just now, Tyrone Corbin is completely convinced.
The Lakers are indeed experiencing serious internal strife.
This is very good news for the Jazz.
Kobe is so angry on the court now.
The other Lakers players simply did not dare to face Kobe's gnawing eyes.
Next, Kobe can do whatever he wants on the court, and no one can stop him.
Kobe is indeed very strong, but no matter how strong a player is, if the enemy has already predicted what he will do next, he can still be defended.
That's what the Jazz are like now.
You can continue to add defensive strength to Kobe.
If one doesn't work, then two. If two doesn't work, then three. If three doesn't work, then four!
The bet is that as long as Kobe can attack, he can't pass the ball!
After the game restarted, the Jazz relied on the team's offense, and Millsap hit a long-range two-point shot, chasing the point difference to 6-6, and the two sides were tied again.
It was the Lakers' turn to attack. Howard sent the ball to Nash from the baseline. After Nash received the ball, he did not rush forward.
The Lakers are not the Suns, and the head coach is no longer D'Antoni. He does not need to complete the team's offense within 7 seconds.
Nash was dribbling the ball while observing his teammates' movements. After Howard caught up from behind, he accelerated slightly.
Du Kang watched Nash's progress from the sidelines. He was indeed an MVP-level point guard, calm, generous and chic.
Jamal Tinsley of the Jazz has been using his height and weight to press Nash, but Nash does not need the help of his teammates and easily breaks through Tinsley's press.
It was just Nash pushing the ball across half court that the problem arose.
Kobe is asking for the ball, Gasol is asking for the ball, and Artest is also asking for the ball.
Howard didn't ask for the ball, but he actively stood in the pick-and-roll position, preparing to pick-and-roll with Nash, hoping to catch the ball and attack the basket.
Four teammates, everyone wants the ball. This is where Nash's mentality in the Lakers was broken and he was confused.
Nash is in the Suns. He completely dominates the ball. What I give you is yours.
Give it to whoever has the best touch, so that the Suns' offense can go crazy.
In the Lakers, everyone on the team's five stars can control the ball. Even Howard, who plays one star in the Magic, can control the ball.
His teammates have the ability to control the ball. As a point guard, he cannot remain indifferent.
If he controls the ball, his teammates will definitely not be happy.
If he can't completely dominate the ball, he won't be able to play his own style.
In the end, Nash chose to sacrifice himself.
Du Kang has been the assistant coach of the Lakers for half a year. He knows very well that among the five major players, Nash is actually the one who has sacrificed the most.
Nash needs to control the ball, and it's best if the ball sticks to his hands.
But for the sake of his teammates' happiness, as an outsider, he gave up the ball.
Without possession of the ball, can we have more shooting rights?
After all, Nash can also attack and be a shooter.
That's also sorry, Kobe always consumes more than 20 shots.
Howard also needs the right to take action, Artest and Gasol also need the right to take action.
Nash's uncontested character naturally gave up competing with his teammates in the end.
And this is the Lakers' biggest problem.
"The five stars can control the ball and attack. It's redundant. It's really redundant. It's a pity, it's a pity..."
This is not a problem that Du Kang sees. This is what Mike Brown said when he invited Du Kang and Ham to dinner when he left.
What is Mike Brown’s pity?
What does Mike Brown think is superfluous?
"Nash is redundant. On the offensive end, in this Lakers, his organization and offense cannot be used. On the defensive end, it is the focus of the opponents' attacks. The more he plays, the less confident he becomes and the more confused he becomes. After all, he is the MVP. , it’s impossible to really be a role player.”
"It's a pity that there are so many outstanding players..."
Indeed, Kobe, Howard, Nash, Artest, and Gasol are all excellent players.
But their functions overlap too much, and they cannot be integrated using a tactical system.
Finally, it became what it is now.
Mike Brown's prediction was accurate. After all, these two problems were the two biggest problems he encountered at the time.
His offensive ability is not good and he cannot fit into their offensive system.
As a defensive head coach, he couldn't solve Nash's defensive problems.
You can't attack or defend, so why does the team need you?
Mike Brown himself felt that he was not unfairly dismissed from get out of class.
He really can't take this Laker with him.
Looking at Nash, who was very cool and unrestrained in the first half, and felt like he was in the Suns, his temperament suddenly became confused after halftime, and Du Kang was actually very sad.
However, in the face of Kobe's request for the ball, Nash's ground-breaking pass was still very pleasing to the eye.
Hitting the ground to pass the ball, this is his specialty.
In the past, in the Suns, such a ground-breaking pass would most likely result in an assist. In the Suns, he only passed the ball like this when the opportunity arose.
In the Lakers...if Kobe wants it, he has to give it.
Kobe received a pass from Nash and faced the defense of Marvin Williams. He changed his back to face the frame, preparing to play small and big, and hit the 2.06-meter Marvin Williams facing the frame.
Kobe shook the ball two times in a row.
Although I didn’t fool Marvin Williams, it was indeed picturesque.
However, even if it scores, it won't count as Nash's assist.
Kobe is more explosive now than when he was younger. Marvin Williams doesn't believe that Kobe can surpass him in one step, so he won't be fooled at all.
Unable to face the frame, Kobe immediately changed his back, trying to use his back fake to find opportunities.
Kobe's back movement is full of drama. Kobe has gold-level dream footsteps.
Shaking left, shaking right, turning forward and pulling back quickly, this series of pleasing movements almost knocked Marvin Williams down.
The Lakers fans watching the scene exclaimed repeatedly and were mesmerized.
"So beautiful!"
Du Kang on the sidelines said sincerely in admiration.
Kobe's foreplay, plus the fadeaway jumper that followed, were all full of beauty!
If you really like basketball, you will definitely enjoy it.
Du Kang can be sure that as long as Kobe Bryant hits this ball, the more than 20,000 Lakers fans present will definitely reach a collective climax and cheer loudly!
The 20,000 Lakers fans present were actually ready to climax and cheer.
After all, Kobe scored the first three goals.
Bang!
Hiss~
The crisp sound of the basketball hitting the iron made the more than 20,000 Lakers fans on the sidelines take a collective breath, followed by regret and pity on their faces. Everyone was sighing for Kobe's attack.
Almost at the same time, Du Kang, standing on the sidelines, was applauding expressionlessly.
Many people are wondering, what is he applauding?
The screen switches to the field!
turn out to be!
Another bang!
Dwight Howard suddenly came out and almost rode Al Jefferson, slamming the basketball that Kobe assisted on the board into the basket.
"Well done, Dwight!"
After Du Kang shouted to Howard on the court, he put up the number '1' at him.
In front of the Jazz bench, Jazz head coach Tyrone Corbin was very dissatisfied with the Jazz's rebound protection.
First of all, Kobe has scored in the previous three times. Everyone thinks that this time Kobe has shaken off the defense and should still be able to score.
Secondly, Howard's rebounding advantage is too great!
He is tall, fast, jumps high, has a good sense of smell, and is still full of fighting spirit. There is really nothing he can do about it.
Du Kang raised the number '1' to the court, and Howard on the court gave a thumbs up to Du Kang on the sidelines.
He Huo is a person who wants revenge.
If it weren't for Coach Xiao Du's encouragement just now, he would have been frightened by Kobe and would not have been able to grab this rebound.
"Dwight, there are still 14 months left before our agreement."
"Don't worry, coach, it will be done!"
Now Howard is full of fighting spirit.
"come on!"
Du Kang patted Howard on the back to encourage him.
After encouraging Howard, Du Kang was about to turn back to the coaching bench and sit down.
Turning slightly to one side, Du Kang saw Kobe's murderous eyes.
Du Kang was stunned for a moment, then smiled at Kobe.
"Bryant, come on too."
Damn it!
Howard, who walked past Du Kang and was about to return to defense, almost fell to the ground.
"Coach Xiao Du's mouth is too sweet. It's like honey. He can talk. You must talk more!"
However, Coach Xiao Du, this is too cruel!
Sure enough, he was the ruthless person who went undercover to kill D'Antoni.
From top to bottom, apart from me, Mr. Huo, there is really no good person in this Lakers team. Everyone is a bad guy!
but……
"I just like to see Kobe hating him so much but being unable to kill him, hahahaha!"
Howard laughed loudly and got back on defense.
But Kobe gave Du Kang his third death glare in this game.
"Du, you, what you just said..."
Ham looked at Du Kang tremblingly.
"Don't think too much, I'm really cheering for Kobe."
Do you call this sincerity?
Du, do you think someone like me is short-sighted?
Darwin Ham looked at Du Kang and blinked, hesitating to speak.
And Du Kang looked at the angry Black Mamba on the field...
Du Kang was actually very sorry that this game was so frustrating to Corvo.
so……
This time it was really not to anger Corvo, but to really cheer for Corvo.
only……
Everyone seems to have misunderstood?
Corvo seemed to be even more angry.
Then……
There was a constant clanging of iron on the court.
Du Kang even suspected that the Jazz's basket would be knocked crooked by Corvo.
Since Kobe Bryant hit three consecutive goals in the opening quarter, Kobe's shooting percentage in the entire first quarter was 4 of 12. That is to say, after three consecutive goals in the opening game, Kobe's shooting percentage was 1 of 9.
It’s exactly the same as the simulation!
The Lakers, who originally took the lead at the beginning, fell behind by the end of the first quarter.
The score and the point difference behind are exactly the same!
…
…
"Staples has been silent. The Lakers played too simply in the first quarter, with a lot of individual offense. Although the Lakers are full of stars, the Jazz are more like a whole. Coach Du's job in the Lakers is very difficult."
Penguin commentator Ke Fan said pertinently.
"Kobe's touch was not good in the first quarter. I hope Kobe can regain his offensive status in the following games. This Lakers will basically lose without Kobe's offense. Can a five-star team win? It's not normal to have to rely on Kobe alone."
Yang Huahua next to Kefan was still covering for Kobe.
Anyone who is not blind can see that Kobe and Du Kang had a conflict in this game.
But for Penguin's commentator, this cannot be said.
Du Kang is China's first NBA head coach. Although he is an agent, he is also the head coach.
Kobe Bryant is one of the most popular NBA stars in China.
The palms and backs of these two people's hands were full of flesh.
Both of them have a lot of traffic and supporters.
Anyone who stands will be sprayed.
It's best if everyone doesn't say anything.
In the United States, Kobe and Lakers fans online have scolded Du Kang.
But here in China, online Lakers fans and Kobe fans are peaceful and watch the game seriously, ignoring the conflict between Kobe and Du Kang.
Even in Apu's Lake District, Du Kang's support is even higher.
"This is the first game that Brother Du is coaching in the NBA. Don't lose. I am willing to trade ten years of being single in exchange for my team to dominate the next game and lead Brother Du to win the first victory in his coaching career! "
"I'm also willing to sacrifice ten years of being single!"
"I do too!"
"I'm willing to sacrifice my girlfriend in exchange for a victory for Little Duo!"
"Damn it, brother, you've gone too far. Be careful, your girlfriend will be gone if she sees it!"
"What brothers, call me sisters!"
"..."
In short, in the current Apu Lake area, most Kemi and Humi are praying for Du Kang.
Also praying for Kobe.
Because, in this game, the Lakers look really dangerous!
Without Kobe, what would the Lakers and Doug do?
Don't talk about Ah Pu's Hu Mi and Ke Mi.
Even the Lakers fans at the scene were beginning to feel uneasy.
They don't feel sorry for Du Kang, but they feel sorry for Kobe and that the Lakers will miss this year's playoffs.
If the five-star Lakers cannot make it to the playoffs, they will be targeted on the pillar of shame. When the time comes, Kobe, the Lakers, and everyone will be on the pillar of shame together.
It would be too miserable if this really happened.
The reason why Lakers fans are so uneasy is not only because Kobe is in poor condition, but also because in the second quarter, the Jazz were already shrinking their defense after observing Kobe's poor touch.
Howard's strategy of grabbing offensive rebounds has obviously been hindered.
When Kobe Bryant is not feeling well, the Lakers really have no players who can attack tough situations.
Relying on Howard's second offense is obviously not sustainable.
Three minutes into the second quarter, Kobe took his first shot after taking the field again.
This time, Howard also actively fought for offensive rebounds.
But the Jazz did a good job of shrinking the position. Howard grabbed 6 offensive rebounds in the first quarter, but ultimately failed.
"The Lakers are in danger in this game."
Stan Van Gundy said so.
The TV station suddenly asked him to commentate on this game, and his meaning was very clear.
The Lakers want to correct Howard. Is there anyone in the world who is more suitable to be the head coach of the Lakers?
He worked well with Howard in Magic.
In fact, Jim Bass did seek him out.
He was hesitant because Jim Buss had no intention of trading Kobe.
If Kobe doesn't leave, how can Howard help him?
Howard can't help him. As a Howard head coach, he joins the Lakers. Isn't this suicide?
Before the Lakers purge Kobe, he has no intention of following D'Antoni's footsteps.
He hoped that Du Kang, the acting head coach, could use self-destruction to clean up Kobe.
In this way, there will be no obstacle for him to join the Lakers.
"Clean up Kobe..."
It's difficult.
The victory or defeat of this Lakers depends entirely on Kobe.
If Kobe is in bad shape, the Lakers will lose.
In such a situation, who can do anything to Kobe?
"If the Lakers lose this game, Jim Buss will let Du leave no matter how reluctant he is."
Kobe has been offended to death and the game has been lost. If he doesn’t leave, who will?
"This situation is desperate."
"But he didn't seem panicked at all."
Huh?
Stan Van Gundy looked at Du Kang, who was still directing calmly on the edge of the court, and was stunned for a moment.
Du Kang is indeed not panicking now.
Kobe's condition in this game was so bad that the Lakers fans at the scene were already panicking.
Du Kang did not panic.
The conductor commanded, the timeout paused.
Especially for this timeout, Du Kang's call was very timely and his arrangement was very powerful.
Kobe still didn't listen to the command, Kobe was beating Kobe's.
But for the Lakers, Du Kang allowed Howard and Gasol to interact more.
Gasol plays more singles and plays the power of the second main attack point. Neither Millsap nor Al Jefferson can actually guard Gasol alone.
Gasol's more singles can create offensive opportunities for Howard.
Gasol can pass the ball after attracting the defense.
After Gasol attracted the defense, Howard was able to grab a second rebound.
If the inside combination of Gasol and Howard can be connected, it will have a great advantage over the Jazz.
In the past, Howard did not work hard and could not be used.
This game was used.
The Lakers, who originally looked like they were about to collapse, are slowly coming back!
"This kid..."
Phil Jackson looked surprised in front of the TV.
"This kid is a born coach!"
Before the game started, it was predicted that Kobe's condition might not be very good.
After the game started, Kobe's condition was indeed very bad. He did not panic. He first encouraged Howard, and then used Gasol and Howard's double center play to seize the score.
Every step of the way, the situation of the game was perfectly predicted!
"Is he really a rookie head coach?"
Phil Jackson suddenly felt that the rookie who stole his position as the head coach of the Lakers was very, very extraordinary!
"Sure enough, he is the one who dares to touch Kobe!"
Obviously, it's not just Phil Jackson in front of the TV.
The TV broadcast footage and the Lakers fans at the scene also discovered this.
"Kobe is in such a bad state, yet the Lakers didn't collapse when facing the powerful Jazz. Not only did they not collapse, but they also managed to hold on to the score!"
The Lakers fans who were originally booing Du Kang stopped booing when they saw Du Kang's close-up on the big screen again.
Looking at the young man who was still expressionless on the big screen, Jenny Bass frowned.
"These Lakers fans are actually silent..."
"They should be silent."
Jim's voice was still haughty.
"..."
This time, Aunt Jenny could not refute and looked at the young man on the big screen again.
"His eyes...are so confident!"
It's like I can see through everything in this game!
No, he has no such ability!
Mayfair doesn't even have such ability!
Absolutely not!
It's just an accident!
The Lakers can never win this game!
