On the computer, watching Li Hao score his second 30+ points of the season, the Rockets general manager felt regret in his heart.
Harden plus Li Hao, this backcourt is not only picturesque, but if you include Howard, the Big Three that owner Alexander has always wanted to form are formed, and the Big Three do not need to pay luxury tax.
Rookie? Judging from Li Hao's performance in these dozen games, even if he is a rookie, he is still a giant rookie.
If the Rockets select Li Hao with the No. 25 pick in the first round, they can get Li Hao for almost four years in vain. Even if they pick Li Hao in the second round, they can get it for two years. With Li Hao's performance, let alone four years, it will be in vain. I made a lot of money after two years of prostitution.
"Damn Mitch" Rockets general manager blames all this on Lakers general manager Kupchak.
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"Huh? The Rockets center hasn't recovered yet?" When arriving at Space City, Li Hao learned from the assistant coach that Howard would not play in today's game.
In the Rockets' last game against the Grizzlies, Howard was injured in a scramble and never returned to the court. However, according to media reports in Houston, Howard's injury was not serious.
"Without Howard, don't we have a high chance of winning this game?" Without Howard guarding the basket, wouldn't the Rockets just play casually inside?
The former Warcraft was a representative of perfect attendance. In the first four seasons after entering the league, the Magic maintained perfect attendance. In the first season, they started 82 games and set a BNA rookie record.
Unfortunately, the once arrogant World of Warcraft is gradually falling from the altar. The fierce competition in the NBA, coupled with the increase in age, has also caused a significant decline in Warcraft's body.
Warcraft is originally a player who relies on his body to play, so after the obvious decline in physical fitness, Warcraft's performance is not as good as before.
This is very obvious when you look at Howard's declining data in recent years.
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Howard is injured, and this year's rookie Capello is also on the injured list. Only Motiejunas is left at the Rockets center position, and what level is Motiejunas?
Last season, he averaged 15.3 minutes, 5.5 points, and 3.6 rebounds per game. He was a typical role player in the league.
Bang——
boom--
"The Rockets without Howard can't stop Li's impact." On the court, Li Hao once again completed a dunk.
This is Li Hao's fifth dunk in this game. In the past seven minutes since the game started, Li Hao has scored 10 points.
Yes, these 10 points were all obtained by Li Hao's dunks.
After landing, Li Hao directly raised his body to Garnett, and screamed to the sky. He almost did some push-ups. Fortunately, when he squatted down, he realized that push-ups were not cool enough, and he would become really hard if he didn't.
Let me reintroduce you. Standing in front of you today is Li Hao, a college teammate of the next two NBA slam dunk champions and a close friend in private. He is also known as California LaVine.
"Hahaha~~~ I like this guy so much," Barkley couldn't help but laugh out loud as he slapped his chest angrily and roared to the sky.
"Charles, Lee is the player I selected," O'Neal declared.
"Damn it, you're taking advantage of the fact that you're a former Lakers player and you have a relationship with Kobe who knew Lee before we did," Barkley said dissatisfied.
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On the court, the game continued. The combination of Motier, Yunas and Black could not stop the Lakers' impact. Li Hao, Kobe Bryant, Jordan Hill, and Boozer took turns to score.
The Rockets are relying on Harden to support them. Fortunately, someone on the Rockets bench stepped up today. If not, the Rockets may not be able to survive the first half.
"James, I am different now than when we first played against each other." After experiencing the baptism of the previous dozen games, Li Hao said that he is no longer what he used to be.
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Beep——
However, in the three minutes after Li Hao's words fell, Li Hao received two fouls.
And it was Harden both times.
The bearded man didn't say anything, but the look in Li Hao's eyes said everything: "How are you different from the first fight?"
Snapped--
Invisibly, Li Hao felt that his cheeks were a little swollen.
"Fortunately, no one heard what I just said." Li Hao breathed a sigh of relief while secretly scolding Harden for being shameless.
"Li, leave the beard to me," Kobe said heartily as he came to Li Hao's side.
"Li" At the same time, Scott on the sidelines couldn't help but yelled at Li Hao.
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brush--
boom--
Li Hao, who was once again frustrated by Harden, could only vent his frustration on the offense. Then Li Hao scored the first three-pointer of the game, and then rushed into the paint and wreaked havoc on the Rockets basket.
At the end of the first half, Li Hao had scored 21 points, which was also Li Hao's highest scoring record in a half this season. This also gave Li Hao the opportunity to score 30+ points in two consecutive games.
At halftime, the Lakers led the Rockets by 10 points. Without Howard, the Rockets' interior defense has indeed dropped several levels. In this game, the Rockets are in good shape on the outside.
Harden scored 15 points at halftime, Azari and Beverley also scored in double figures, and with the hot Papanikolaou on the bench, the Rockets held on to the score.
However, this was a good thing for Li Hao. In the second half of the game, Li Hao, who felt very good, almost performed another explosive three-point performance. However, McHale, who had the experience last time, scored Li Hao's third three-pointer in the opening half of the second half. A timeout was called immediately.
This timeout once again interrupted Li Hao's hot touch, but it could not change the Rockets' decline. Under the bombardment of Li Hao's three three-pointers, the Lakers' lead had reached 15 points.
Without the three-point touch, Li Hao can still attack the team. In the next few minutes, Li Hao frequently rushed into the Rockets' interior, relying on the excellent touch of the Hall of Fame level to complete 2+1.
Li Hao scored his second-highest score of the season. He played 30 minutes, made 18 shots in 13 minutes, made 4 of 5 three-pointers, and 5 of 5 free throws. He scored 35 points, 5 assists, 7 rebounds, and 1 block.
It was Harden who still blocked shots. Although Li Hao was once again defeated by Harden, he also seized the opportunity to give Harden a hot pot, which was regarded as regaining the face he had lost earlier.
35 points is also Li Hao's second-highest score this season, second only to the 37 points in his debut, and these two high scores were obtained against the Rockets.
"Lee has a grudge against the Rockets? Why do I think he gets so excited when he hits the Rockets?" Barkley asked such a question.
"It is said that the Rockets were one of the teams that most actively pursued Li Hao during the draft." It is not a secret that the Rockets chose to pursue Li Hao.
"Hahaha, I can imagine the mood of the Rockets general manager at this moment," Barkley said with a gloating smile.
"During the draft, Mitch was most worried about being intercepted by the Rockets," O'Neal said.
"It's a pity that time can't be turned back, otherwise the Rockets will definitely draft Hu in the first round." Kenny Smith can also be regarded as the Rockets' meritorious service. He got two championship rings during his time with the Rockets.
"Tch~~~ If it can happen, it won't be the Rockets' turn." Based on Li Hao's current performance, the Cavaliers will definitely choose Li Hao with the No. 1 pick, and may not even be willing to trade Li Hao for Love.
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