With 4 wins and 8 losses, the Pistons are still temporarily ranked 12th in the Eastern Conference, behind the Pacers.
After beating the Knicks, the Pistons set off overnight and will challenge the Cavaliers in back-to-back away games tomorrow.
The Cavaliers had previously had five wins and five losses, and their record was better than that of the Pistons. The powerful inside lineup completely overwhelmed the Pistons, including Brad Doherty, the No. 1 pick in 1986, who had a 20+10 performance, and several-time All-Star big man Larry Nance. , is also a difficult opponent.
On this day, the news that Isiah Thomas voluntarily gave up his starting point guard position shocked the entire league.
Even Michael Jordan was very surprised. In a phone interview, he said: "This caught me off guard. I can hardly believe that he is such a proud person, how could he be willing to be a substitute for a rookie, when in fact , Iron Fist’s current strength is far inferior to him.”
"Michael, do you think the Smiling Assassin will be a threat to the Bulls if the Smiling Assassin enters the bench?" the reporter asked again.
Jordan's mind was spinning and his brows were slightly furrowed. He knew very well that Thomas could still score 16.2 points and 9.3 assists last season. If that guy enters the substitute lineup, as long as he can perform at 70 to 80% of last season's form, then he can be on the substitute lineup. poses a great threat to the bull.
But so what, can a smiling assassin with a lame leg and a rookie point guard stop the Bulls? ridiculous!
He didn't hesitate and said immediately: "How is it possible, just because of him? I don't even think the Pistons can enter the playoffs."
"Michael, there are media legends that you pushed him out of the national team, is that true?" The reporter turned his gun and asked a question that Jordan didn't expect.
"I don't hide the conflict between me and him. If you insist on saying that I did it, then fine, I don't care, just put this matter on my head, and consider it as my doing. I admit this matter today.”
Jordan said in a nonchalant tone.
His words quickly made headlines and appeared on major television news.
"This is MJ, so domineering."
"Feel free to slander MJ, he doesn't care at all."
"As a fan of Jordan, I am very proud. He is so powerful, powerful from all angles, which makes me qualified enough to look down on the fans of other stars from a high position."
Jordan fans were excited, and sales of MJ's eighth-generation sneakers immediately skyrocketed.
Detroit, Thomas groaned in anger.
But today, because of the beating of Iron Fist and the last time he was swept by Jordan, his reputation has been ruined and his reputation has plummeted. Except for Detroit, he has no fans in other cities. In the competition with Jordan, he is completely at a disadvantage. .
In Cleveland, the under-physical Pistons lost back-to-back games, with 4 wins and 9 losses, still ranked 12th in the Eastern Conference.
The Cavaliers' main point guard is several-time All-Star Mark Price, but he did not participate in the game due to injury. Zhou Quan's opponent is his draft pick of the same year, this year's No. 11 pick in the first round, Terrell Brandon, a naked player. A player whose height is only 177 centimeters.
The pick is higher, but Brandon can only play as a substitute in the Cavaliers, and his playing time and statistics are far behind Zhou Quan, so he worked hard in this game, hoping to have a highlight performance against Zhou Quan.
Back to back, Zhou Quan's physical fitness was also insufficient. He took the initiative to reduce his offense and focused on organization and defense.
Under his defense, Brandon made 1 of 8 shots and only sent one assist. He only played 24 minutes and did not play again. In the end, he scored 2 points, 1 assist, 4 turnovers and 3 fouls.
He made 2 of 5 shots, 3 of 4 free throws, 7 points, 6 rebounds, 13 assists, 3 steals, 1 block, 3 turnovers and 2 fouls.
Comparing the data of Zhou Quan and Brandon, the Cavaliers management regretted that they made a wrong choice in the draft.
On the 26th, the Pistons challenged the Hawks away from home.
This Hawks has Wilkins, the essence of human movies, a super swingman who can compete with Jordan. This season, he averaged 28 points, 7 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.
He, Dr. J, Jordan, and Glider are the best shooting guards in the history of the league, and all four of them are collectively known as the Flyers.
After Dr. J retired, the competition among the three top stars was still very fierce, and they fought hard for every hard honor.
In addition to Wilkins, the Hawks also have center Kevin Willis who has posted luxurious statistics of 18.3 points and 15.5 rebounds this season.
Previously, the Eagles had 7 wins and 5 losses, far surpassing the Pistons. In this game, it is still difficult for the Pistons to win.
At 7:30, both sides announced the starting lineup.
Pistons: John Salley, Dennis Rodman, Orlando Ulrich, Joe Dumars, Zhou Quan.
Eagles: Jon Cowankerk, Kevin Willis, Wilkins, Stacey Ogmon, Rumir Robinson
Zhou Quan's opponent tonight is the No. 10 pick in the first round of 1990. Robinson is the same height as him, weighing 88 kilograms. He is very strong, but his ability is not very good.
He doesn't shoot many three-pointers. His current shooting percentage is 45.6%, which is higher than him. So far, his shooting percentage is only 42%.
According to strength trainer Swelton, the reason for his poor shooting was that the shooting-related muscle groups in his upper body were too strong, lacked flexibility and coordination, and lacked core strength, which affected his touch.
At eight o'clock, the game starts.
Willis and Selley jumped the ball and the Eagles attacked.
Rumil Robinson has a high muscle content, but he is also self-aware. In front of the Iron Fist, his tonnage and strength are at a disadvantage, so after advancing to the frontcourt, he immediately handed the ball to Wilkins.
Wilkins did not attack the first ball himself, but gave it to Willis in the low post on the right wing.
Kevin Willis was the draft pick of Jordan in the same year. He is 213 centimeters tall and weighs only 100 kilograms. He was the 11th pick in the first round of 1984. This season is his highlight season, but his shooting percentage is a little low. As an inside man, his confrontation is average. Focusing on jump shots, the shooting percentage was only 48.3%.
"boom!"
With his back to Rodman, Willis arched a little while dribbling but didn't move.
He was not surprised. Rodman was a lot shorter than him, his weight was about the same, his muscle content far exceeded him, and his strength was definitely far greater than him. His center of gravity was much lower, so it was natural for him not to be able to arch.
The next moment, he turned around and made a jump shot.
Rodman tried his best to block the shot, but the defender was on the passive side and took off a beat too late to hit the shot.
"brush!"
There was a splash, and Willis hit a mid-range two-pointer.
Looking back, Zhou Quan took the ball to the frontcourt and made tactical gestures.
As soon as the gesture came out, John Salley in the low post on the left wing immediately ran to the free throw line, took away Kaun Keke, and gave up the low post to Zhou Quan.
Zhou Quan entered the low post and immediately began to back-up Robinson while looking forward while observing the entire court through his panoramic vision.
"I can't stop it!"
Robinson was knocked back and quickly retreated to the basket.
"boom!"
Zhou Quan succeeded in a throw before the double-team arrived. The ball hit the basket and hit a near basket.
