When James' physical talent and Iverson's breakthrough skills are combined, it is difficult for anyone to guard such a player.
Maurice Peterson is an underrated defender with considerable mobility and confrontation.
But when the object of his defense is a violent top player like Li Yan, then everything will become a mirror.
Li Yan "does whatever he wants" on the court, and Scott's targeted defensive tactics are on the verge of bankruptcy.
Before the end of the half, Chris Paul's super long three-pointer missed the basket, and the game came to the intermission.
62 to 55!
The Knicks built a lead, but it wasn't huge.
Li Yan scored 28 points, 6 assists and 6 rebounds at halftime.
The result of the Hornets' targeted defense in the second quarter was that Li Yan scored 20 points in a single quarter, but did not send out a single assist.
It seems that the consequence of the Hornets trying to prevent Li Yan from achieving a triple-double may be that Li Yan will score a shockingly high score.
Previously, Li Yan's career-high regular season score was 57 points, which he scored against the Cavaliers in the season opener.
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When Li Yan returned to the locker room, an episode happened.
A female fan rushed over from the front row seat and boldly expressed her love to Li Yan: "Li, I love you."
Li Yan looked at this female fan. She had a pretty face and was quite pretty.
But how could Comrade Li be captured by women so easily? He smiled and said, "Thank you!"
The female fan looked at the calm Li Yan and was not discouraged. She used her trump card.
She gently took off her coat, and her tightly wrapped figure was instantly revealed.
this! this!
Li Yan's eyes widened. He was wearing a low-cut sexy suit and two bright headlights rising and falling rhythmically.
"I bought it!" Many people who ate melons exclaimed, it was simply amazing!
With beautiful facial features and a killer figure, this is definitely the type that men like.
"There is definitely 36d." Randolph behind him analyzed: "36 and d are a perfect match. Boss, you can consider asking for the number."
Li Yan turned around and glared at Randolph. It was really not a big deal to watch the excitement, but having said that, the 36d must feel great when controlled.
"Li, does Taylor have a figure like mine?" The female fan puffed up her chest and was very proud.
Li Yan forced his eyes away from the stalwart female fan. Before he could speak, this brave female fan rushed over.
The scene was chaotic.
Randolph desperately blocked Li Yan behind him and said resolutely: "Don't touch my brother, come at me if you dare!"
Li Yan: (⊙o⊙)…? ? ?
Randolph delayed the female fan's attack, and soon security rushed over to stop the fanatical female fan.
Li Yan responded with an apologetic smile and quickly left from the player tunnel.
Behind him, the female fan who was stopped shouted loudly: "Li, I love you, I am..."
Randolph said regretfully: "Brother, this girl is actually really good. Don't you consider having a shot with her after the competition?"
Li Yan rolled his eyes at Randolph: "Do you want to?"
Randolph nodded: "I definitely want to, brother, do you want to help me?"
"Help you!" Li Yan stretched out his hand and gave Randolph a blow.
"Ouch! ┗|｀o′|┛Ouch~~" Randolph was in pain.
Li Yan has long been accustomed to enthusiastic female fans, and such situations are not uncommon.
Back to the locker room.
Head coach Isiah Thomas clapped his hands to get everyone's attention.
Thomas attaches great importance to today's game. The Hornets are a strong team this season. They rank second in the Western Conference. This is not a coincidence, but a manifestation of their strength.
For the Knicks, every time they play against a team like this is a good opportunity to improve themselves.
The Hornets have gone through more than a season of running-in and are a more balanced team than the Knicks.
On the inside, they have David West and Tyson Chandler, who complement each other in offense and defense. On the outside, they have tall shooters like Peja Stojakovic and defensive heroes like Maurice Peterson.
There are also two bench gangsters on the bench: Bunchy Wells and Janello Pargo.
Coupled with Chris Paul's court control, the Hornets have almost no shortcomings.
On the Knicks' side, their inside line is somewhat deformed. Except for the "semi-discarded" Eddy Curry, Zach Randolph, Yi Jianlian and David Lee are all types who focus on offense and light defense.
The Knicks' three major insiders each have their own characteristics on the offensive end, but they are all difficult to describe on the defensive end.
The Knicks' perimeter defense also depends entirely on the performance of Li Yan and Artest, and Richardson is barely above par.
As for the Knicks' important substitutes, Crawford and Nate Robinson are the types who can defend against thousands of people.
Isiah Thomas doesn't have a solution, otherwise he wouldn't have been helpless last season.
Fortunately, now that Li Yan is here, the role of a top point guard is definitely comparable to that of most coaches, especially this coach who is still on the court.
Thomas held an empty tactical board and said a lot of beautiful words. The "Smiling Assassin" was quite good at playing "chicken blood".
The Knicks players were confused after hearing this, but finally understood Thomas's intention. In summary, it was to hand the ball to Li Yan.
Li Yan nodded and said it was no problem.
Isiah Thomas is relieved. Since Li Yan joined the Knicks, Thomas feels that this coach has become more and more comfortable.
On the other side, the pressure on the Hornets is not small.
They are aiming for the championship this season, and Paul also has the idea of hitting the regular season MVP.
Li Yan's data now has an overwhelming advantage, but at this point in time, the selection criteria for regular season MVP are still leaning towards the team with a better record.
The records of the Hornets and Lakers are very close, both are better than the Knicks.
If he can complete a double play in a direct confrontation with the Knicks, he will naturally have an extra bargaining chip. This is why Paul is so concerned about this game.
Inside the Hornets' locker room.
Chris Paul was full of confidence. Although Li Yan played an amazing performance, he did not widen the score gap.
"The coach's idea is right. The Knicks only have Li Yan as a rhythm point. We cut off the connection between him and his teammates and let him continue to attack."
"Li Yan has obvious technical flaws. He relies too much on breakthroughs and attacking the basket. Essentially, he is a player like LeBron James."
"The Knicks' defense was very poor. We were able to hold on to the score. At the end of the fourth quarter, we tightened the defense, flanked Li Yan, and forced him to pass the ball."
Paul smiled: "Guess, can teammates who haven't touched the basketball in the entire quarter be able to hit Li Yan's pass?"
Chris Paul's analysis was very in-depth, and Scott nodded in support.
This is really a conspiracy, worthy of Chris Paul.
The Hornets players were all excited, as if victory was just around the corner.
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