The Lakers can be said to be well prepared for this game, especially psychologically.
Paul and Kobe are just trying their best to beat the little brother of the Clippers.
The referee was also very helpful tonight. The whistle was always on the Lakers' side from beginning to end.
Paul made many secret fouls in Curry's defense, but the referee did not call them.
All in all, it was a wonderful Hollywood drama that left Los Angeles fans thoroughly entertained.
Lakers fans are very happy. The Lakers' record is also the same as the Clippers, rushing to the first place in the Western Conference.
After the Clippers lost this key battle, Tyronn Lue's coaching level was once again questioned.
Turner TV Network's morning commentary pointed out that Tyronn Lue's coaching style is inconsistent and unstable.
The team plays this way now and that way now, lacking continuity.
Never in NBA history has such a schizophrenic team style achieved good results.
You can either focus on defense and use defense to drive the team's offense.
Either go all out on offense and maintain a certain intensity on the defensive end.
Or you have the ability to build the team into a super strong team that combines offense and defense.
The Clippers, on the other hand, sometimes adopt a light passing and cutting offensive line, and sometimes turn into a heavy inside style.
Offensive or not, defensive or not, the commentator's evaluation is "neither fish nor fowl."
Tyronn Lue knew this and specifically asked Min Congda for advice.
Min Congda said, "This style is very good. It makes opponents confused. Isn't this a good thing? It's just that the running-in is not good now. If the running-in is good in the future, won't it be invincible in the league?"
What Min Congda said was half true and half false. He himself also knew that if the Clippers could really integrate the two styles, the Clippers would be really strong.
The problem is that Min Congda doesn't think Tyronn Lue has the ability to turn the Clippers into a top team with free switching styles.
When Min Congda was watching the game, he felt that he could do it. After watching the video, he felt that it was indeed too difficult.
If this is to be achieved, then how good the players' tacit understanding must be and how deep their understanding of the game must be.
Being able to switch at will according to the combination on the court, being able to play fast or slow, pass, cut or play in isolation, this is simply the perfect basketball team.
"Unless these people under me are all extraordinary talents, I don't believe they can reach such heights!"
Min Congda thought to himself, this group of young people I selected are quite good. In the future, each person will receive a maximum salary to expand the space.
But everyone is a genius, and everyone wants to be a superstar, but that is impossible. How could his luck be so bad?
After beating the Lakers, the Clippers didn't have time to rest, and Tyronn Lue didn't even have time to summarize after the game. The next day, they had to play the second game of back-to-back games against the visiting Memphis Grizzlies at Staples. .
This season, there are destined to be a lot of back-to-backs.
Before the game started, Min Chongda entertained Wallace in the red-headed boots.
Wallace, as always, often traveled around with the team and watched the games live.
After some transformation by Wallace, the Grizzlies have shown very strong strength this year.
They are currently ranked fourth in the Western Conference and have entered the top half of the Western Conference.
After making the mistake of introducing Beasley in the summer of 2010, the Grizzlies quickly corrected their mistake and traded Beasley to the Timberwolves.
Then they signed Caron Butler in free agency this offseason.
Butler won the championship with the Mavericks last season, but he spent the entire playoffs on the bench.
In a small number of starts during the regular season, he was the team's third-leading scorer. Later, he was reimbursed for the season and missed most games and all playoffs.
It stands to reason that the reimbursement of a team's third scorer should have a great impact on the team.
But in fact, the Mavericks are still moving forward in the playoffs, killing gods when gods block, and Buddha when Buddha blocks.
It shows that Butler's role in the Mavericks is not as important as the data shows.
After coming to the Grizzlies, his role was highlighted, providing the team with much-needed scoring ability at the third position.
At the same time, inside, Chris Kaman declined sharply due to injuries, but Jordan grew up rapidly.
It was quite wise for Wallace to name Jordan as a backup.
Otherwise, seeing Gasol getting better and better and Kaman starting to decline, Wallace would definitely not be able to sit in front of Min Congda and eat pizza like this.
Looking at Min Congda's worried face, Wallace comforted him: "Smart, victory or defeat is a matter of military affairs. The Lakers have Paul and Kobe, so it is normal to lose to them. Hey, tell me, why did you do it in the first place? How about sending away Baron Davis and helping the Lakers get Paul? You...haven't the Lakers spent enough time on your head?"
Wallace thought Min Congda was regretting yesterday's defeat.
He thought to himself, don't you Clippers deserve it? Help the Hornets and Lakers complete the deal.
They gave away Baron Davis, who played well in the playoffs, just for a draft pick.
Brother, you Clippers have enough rookies, but I have never seen you build a team like this.
According to Chris Wallace's idea, players such as Butler and Leonard should be sent away in exchange for immediate combat effectiveness.
Change to a high-quality third position, such as Iguodala or something, and the Clippers' record will definitely take off.
It's good now. Several strikers all seem to have potential. Can they beat James if they have more potential?
The Cavaliers have soared in the Eastern Conference this season. James + Irving, this combination is simply explosive.
The Clippers are good now, but the Lakers can't beat them. A good hand was ruined by you, Smart.
Wallace had always admired Min Congda in the past two seasons, thinking that Min Congda was enigmatic and difficult to fathom.
This season, he believes that Min Congda's operation is problematic and he is hoarding talents but unable to realize them.
It should be exchanged for immediate combat power as early as possible. A shortened season is equivalent to troubled times. In troubled times, it is necessary to recruit troops and try to fish in troubled waters and win a championship.
It doesn't matter if he wins the shortened season, as long as he wins the championship.
Wallace believes that the Grizzlies still have a chance to win the championship this season and are working hard to improve their performance.
Min Congda was drinking coffee. He didn't take Wallace's words to heart at all. Losing is a good thing.
If the Clippers can easily beat the Lakers, he will only worry about double-killing the Lakers this season.
What he is currently concerned about is the sale of the Great Western Forum Arena. New York has offered to buy it, but the price is lower than his own.
He must understand the true thoughts of the church. If he cannot get the Great Western Forum, the money cannot be spent, and the construction of the new arena cannot be started. How will his "Afanggong Plan" be carried out.
Therefore, Min Congda just said lightly, "Of course I have my own considerations... By the way, Chris, do you know anyone who has contact with the local church in Los Angeles?"
Min Congda was also seriously ill and sought medical treatment. Chris Wallace is the general manager of the Grizzlies. Does he know about the local church in Los Angeles?
Wallace shook his head and said, "What, you want to join the church? I don't think you are a religious person."
Min Congda sighed and said: "What religion do you believe in? I am an atheist, but recently the team wanted to buy the Great Western Forum Arena, but I didn't expect New York to intervene. You know, the Great Western Forum is now It’s a church property, and I want to find out what their trump card is.”
Wallace said: "Are you going to buy the Great Western Forum to be the home court of the Clippers? This is a good idea, but this arena is too old."
Min Congda said: "No, we bought this arena just to pave the way for the new arena. Of course, we may also use this arena first to get used to it. We have been sharing the Staples Center with the Lakers. There are too many troubles. .”
Min Congda knew that with the Clippers' capital level and their relationship with the Inglewood area municipal government, it would be very difficult to obtain land to directly build an arena.
Just like it is difficult for China to build an aircraft carrier directly, it first buys a Varyag and renovates it to practice, paving the way for domestic production.
After buying the Great Western Forum, they will also receive the entire arena's employees, local social relations, and a good piece of land nearby. The Clippers will gain experience in arena operations and will also establish close ties with local lawmakers. , these can prepare for the construction of the new arena, otherwise it will be difficult for you to build a large comprehensive sports facility even if you have money, not to mention the Clippers don't have the money.
Spending small money to leverage big projects is the experience Min Congda gained in his past work.
Chris Wallace quickly understood. He frowned and thought for a moment, then said, "I...I know someone. He may have something to do with the church. How about I introduce you to him?"
Upon hearing this, Min Congda hurriedly asked: "Who? Who? You must introduce me to him."
Wallace said: "Jerry West, the former director of basketball for the Grizzlies."
I have heard of this name Min Congda. He was once the general manager of the Lakers, the founder of two Lakers dynasties, and one of the most discerning figures in the league.
In terms of team building, this kind of person is a cancer for Min Congda.
But it would definitely be good if he could help with things other than team building.
"Okay! Then you must introduce him to me, after this game is over?"
"No problem. Smart, as reward, do you want the Clippers to lose a game to us?"
Min Congda smiled and said: "This is an unfair deal. But if I can lose, I will still be happy."
At 7 p.m., the game between the Clippers and the Grizzlies officially started.
Tonight, the attendance rate at Staples Center climbed again. Although it was not as full as the last Los Angeles Derby, the attendance rate was still up to 90%.
Coupled with the increase in Clippers ticket prices, the Clippers box office once again exceeded one million.
It’s sad, it’s really sad, and price reduction is no longer an option.
Because your previous ticket prices were high and the occupancy rate was 90%. If you offer a discounted ticket price, the seats are still not full?
So Min Congda has given up on selling tickets. People in Los Angeles, you can watch it if you like. Anyway, if I raise the ticket price next season, I won't believe it. You can still bear it.
Another reason for the high attendance tonight is that the Grizzlies have box office artifact Blake Griffin.
Griffin was reimbursed during his rookie season, and immediately performed in an astounding league-wide performance in his second season.
His dunking skills shocked everyone and raised the Memphis football market to a new level.
Coupled with the gradual growth of Jordan, the Grizzlies have really become a flying bear and become one of the most beautiful teams in the league.
There is another gimmick in this game, that is, the top three players in the 2009 draft will all appear in the game.
It is very rare for three people to not be good in the first three drafts.
In many seasons in the past, the No. 1 pick and the No. 2 pick were guaranteed to be the best, and the No. 1 pick was always good.
Currently, Curry, Griffin, and Harden all have the potential to become All-Stars.
Before the game started, Jordan, Griffin, Curry and Harden were all talking and laughing.
Apparently several young people have a good relationship in private.
Griffin had resented the Clippers and Min Congda for a long time because of the cheating of the No. 1 pick.
Now as time goes by, he has gradually relaxed, because he is doing well in Memphis.
The fans here regard him as the king of the basketball court, and the management also praises him to the sky. He is the absolute core of the team.
Tactics, style of play, and promotion all revolve around Griffin.
Griffin thought that if he were in Los Angeles, he might not be as famous as he is now.
After all, there are too many big-name players in Los Angeles.
It’s better to make a chicken head than a phoenix tail, that’s why.
The Grizzlies are now very strong, starting with DeAndre Jordan, Griffin, Butler, Tony Allen and Mike Conley.
This lineup has strong stability, good defense, and the players' personal abilities are also very good. It can be said to be very competitive.
As soon as the game started, the Grizzlies took the lead, with Griffin continuously cooperating in the corner to cut to the basket.
After attracting the defense once, he received a pass from Conley and succeeded in a layup. Another catch attracted double-teams and distributed the ball to the bottom corner. Butler hit a three-pointer.
After a 5:0 start, the Grizzlies took the advantage.
The Clippers had a mediocre start due to back-to-back games.
Two attempts from outside were missed.
However, James Harden, who played poorly in the last game, stood up in this game.
First, he hit a throw and scored two points, and then counterattacked with a long pass to Ricky Davis.
Davis hit a mid-range pull-up jumper and also hit a two-pointer.
Judging from the strength of the starting lineup, the two teams are evenly matched.
Especially inside, Gasol + Randolph, against Griffin + DeAndre Jordan.
The Clippers have an advantage on the outside, but Allen and Conley's defense is very tough and will not let Curry and Harden play comfortably.
Curry tried his best in the last game, but was taken care of by Paul. At the beginning of this game, he took the initiative to give the ball to Harden.
Harden handles the ball slower than Curry and is more open and close.
Curry's passing assists are short and coordinated in a small area. This combined with his fast and agile playing style is very aggressive.
Commander Harden has stronger characteristics, and is good at long passes, moving the ball in a wide range, some risky through balls, etc.
Curry moves more often, while Harden sometimes calms down and drives the team with a subtle pass.
When two people are on the same stage, they move and remain silent, and their coordination becomes more and more tacit.
Curry learned the lesson from the previous game and did not get too entangled with the ball, giving the ball to Harden more.
Soon, Curry started shooting three-pointers from the outside, hitting two three-pointers in a row in the first quarter.
Harden sent out five assists in a single quarter, three of which were given to Curry.
I don’t know if it was the combination of Paul and Kobe yesterday that stimulated the two of them.
Or they got some inspiration from Paul Kobe, and the two people's cooperation became closer and more skillful.
Griffin also played well in the first quarter, but the Clippers quickly adjusted their defensive strategy.
Instead of letting Randolph guard Griffin, Gasol and Milicic were sent to take turns applying eye drops to Griffin.
Griffin is very capable of jumping, can hit the mid-range, can break through the basket, and can pass the ball with one hand.
But the Clippers just don't double-team or adopt any defensive strategy. They just send someone to defend one-on-one and that's it.
Min Congda looked at the Clippers' defense and thought: "The Clippers' defensive strategy is good. We know that Griffin lacks creativity in tactics and can't defeat the team by himself, so we just defend alone instead of wasting defensive resources on him." . It seems that Tyronn Lue has improved, which is not a good sign."
At this time, Tyronn Lue stood on the sidelines, observing the situation on the court blankly.
I was thinking in my mind: "Should I carry out targeted defense against Griffin? Forget it, I don't know how to target it, so let's stop messing around. Don't think about defense all the time. The Clippers are an offensive team. , offensive team!”
Tyronn Lue repeatedly reminded himself that he had to reverse the defensive inertial thinking he developed in the Celtics.
The first step in turning around is to do nothing at first, then call a timeout and make substitutions.
In the first quarter, the Clippers and Grizzlies played smoothly. At 29:30 between the two sides, the Clippers led the Grizzlies by 1 point.
In the second quarter, the Clippers changed their style again, focusing on Randolph, and their intensity suddenly increased.
Randolph beat Griffin directly in the low post until he couldn't take care of himself.
I don’t know if the referees in the last game were too biased towards the Lakers. The referee team was also worried that Min Congda would complain, so this time the whistle was clearly biased towards the Clippers.
Min Congda looked at the whistle and kept giving free throws to Randolph. He was so angry that he shook his head and thought: "What happened to Adam Silva? Why are the whistles so weird after he came on stage? The home whistle is too obvious. A little?"
After Silva became the acting president of the league, facing the harsh operating conditions of the shortened season, he must find various ways to ensure income.
One of the more damaging methods is to increase the winning rate of the home team.
Because the fans of the home team come to watch the home team play. If the home team always loses, who will come to watch the game?
The home whistle has always been a thing, but this year it seems to be particularly excessive.
Of course the referee will not know whether Min Congda will complain or not. It does not depend on how you blow the whistle or whether it is fair.
It mainly depends on whether he is short of money. If he is short of money, no matter how good you brag, he will still have to complain and seek punishment.
In the second quarter, the Clippers launched an 11:3 offensive shock wave, and the point difference between the two sides suddenly widened to more than 10 points.
Just like the previous game, Randolph + Harden, paired with Milicic and Paul George, are very powerful.
Steve Kerr, who was sitting on the bench on the sidelines, was a little confused. He thought, is it possible that passing and cutting is not really powerful?
Or does this traditional internal and external combination, plus the combination of strong defensive players, have stronger combat effectiveness?
Cole questioned himself a little. The two styles of the team were in contrast, and he also wanted to know which one was better.
"It would be great if Coach Smart was here. He must have wanted to perfectly switch and integrate the two styles, but in the end he was too tired and didn't want to do it. In fact, this is an unprecedented coaching practice. If it succeeds Yes, the Clippers will definitely be able to establish a dynasty. But, Smart, why are you so lazy?"
Cole complained in his heart that Min Congda was too bad. He worked as a coach for a month and got off to a great start.
As a result, if I don’t continue writing, what will the people behind me do? The dog's tail continues the mink?
Just one week has passed, and Min Congda's short coaching career is about to turn around and become a legend in everyone's minds.
Compared with yesterday's Lakers, the Grizzlies don't have players like Paul + Kobe who have such strong control over the game.
After the chaos in the second quarter, they failed to regain the rhythm of the game in the third quarter.
On the contrary, Harden started one-on-one mode in the third quarter and competed with Tony Allen.
Allen was very aggressive on defense and succeeded in stealing Harden twice, which made Harden a little annoyed.
So Harden insisted on hitting Allen, and hit two mid-range pull-ups from the right corner.
Then, after being screened in the middle, he broke through, causing Allen to foul and go to the free throw line.
With two free throws, Harden scored 6 points in a row.
It can be seen that the Clippers under Tyronn Lue are more tolerant of players' personalities.
When Dunleavy was coaching and Cole was assisting, except for Randolph in the low post.
When other players play singles, they are also tactical singles, such as Baron Davis's low post to disrupt the opponent's defense, etc.
Harden's type of singles is obviously an emotional one, and he has some grudges with an opponent's player, and he uses basketball to resolve them.
Regardless of tactics or the current situation, I just want to kill you one on one.
This kind of ball is rarely played by Dunleavy, but Tyronn Lue allows it.
Tyronn Lue allows it, Steve Kerr certainly can't say anything, so just play alone.
After all this tossing, the Clippers still maintained a lead of about 10 points over the Grizzlies, and they were tightly suppressed.
In the fourth quarter, Tyronn Lue learned the lesson from the previous game and no longer substituted casually, but kept the best player on the court tonight.
Curry and Harden played the entire fourth quarter, venting all their anger from the previous loss.
By the fourth quarter, both of them were in good shape and fully open.
After the state turned on, he couldn't stop it. Curry caught the ball and hit a three-pointer.
Harden succeeded in a European step layup, which also caused a foul on Griffin inside.
Compared with the outside line, the biggest flaw is that the ball is not in hand and needs to wait for teammates to feed the ball.
This leads to inside tactics and a lack of explosive scoring power.
Griffin also scored 23 points and 11 rebounds.
But Harden and Curry, one with 33 points and the other with 31 points, combined to score 64 points.
And most of the points were scored in the second half. In the fourth quarter, a wave took away the Grizzlies, who had a good lineup.
95:109, except for the sweet start of the first quarter, the Grizzlies didn't have a chance.
The Clippers easily won the second game of back-to-back games.
At this time, in the VIP room, both Min Congda and Chris Wallace looked unhappy.
Really, everyone is unhappy when the Clippers win.
"The game is over, Chris, would you like to introduce me to Mr. West?"
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