Although he was a little angry at the way Odom spoke, Li Ao was completely relieved.
Yesterday afternoon, he thought that after the adjustment of the tactical manual, Leodom's importance in several tactics had not declined but had increased, so he did not follow him to watch. It was definitely not that this teammate was going to be traded.
From Odom's description, he got the information that the coaching staff wanted Zuo Mo to start a false start.
After lunch, Li Ao chatted with Gentry again and learned more about Odom's role change.
What Gentry revealed, to put it mildly, is that for a player as good as Odom to be responsible for wing screens, offensive rebounds, and hand-to-hand defense, it's too humiliating.
The truth is - whether it is the quality of wing coverage, long two-point shooting, or the efficiency of cutting into the frame, Odom cannot compare to Matt Halprin. When he plays a supporting role, he drags down the other four A hindrance to his starting teammates.
In organizing offense, Odom is better than Bibby, but Bibby is more stable. Odom will inevitably get distracted sometimes. If he really wants to go further in the playoffs, Odom, who has the characteristics of a time bomb, is not suitable. as the first main control point.
Moreover, their current starting lineup does not have as high a demand for the ability to organize offense as it does for the ability to distribute the ball. It just so happens that Bibby is one of the league's best ball-handlers at distributing the ball. Odom is worse than Bibby in this regard. Far.
Gentry wanted Odom to change roles, and Li Ao expressed support.
But he did not put pressure on Odom and decided to let Odom make his own choice.
Although this decision will not have as big an impact as giving up the starting position, it will also affect his 'worth'.
Although he is still a starter, other team coaches and management are not blind. If other teams intend to introduce Odom, they will definitely study his game and find that most of his statistics are against the opponent's second and third. The value of the data obtained during the lineup will decrease, which will affect the quotations given to him by other teams and indirectly affect his contract renewal quotation...
Li Ao would not refuse if his teammates were willing to sacrifice, but he would not take the initiative to ask his teammates to sacrifice.
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Two rest days passed, and on November 12th, the Clippers faced the challenge of the Suns at home.
At 5:10 in the evening, the visiting Suns entered the Staples Center first.
The Lakers will face the Kings at home tonight, and the Clippers and Suns can only start earlier.
Li Ao leaned at the entrance of the player tunnel and looked at Marbury who was entering the opposite side. He felt that it was better to be the head brother.
It's cheap and easy to use, and it only cost Maggette and Mim to replace it.
After the Suns replaced Kidd with Marbury, their performance couldn't be described as getting better with each passing day. It could only be said that they collapsed at the start.
The Suns have currently played 6 games, with 2 wins and 4 losses, and the two wins were against the Grizzlies and Warriors.
The four losses were to the Lakers, which was fine, and the loss to the Hawks, which was not a big problem. The Hawks started with great momentum.
But after losing to the collapsing Rockets and Nuggets, Marbury's ability to lead the team has been questioned.
Marbury used to complain about not having good teammates when he was with the Nets, but now he is given a lineup that can win 50 games under Kidd... He is quite a man. In an interview, he was asked, "Is it still possible now?" When he felt that he had no good teammates, he shut up and hid in the training ground to practice shooting.
At least he wasn't angry or sophistical.
After the players from both teams entered the stadium, there was another 'Jordan Fans Meeting'.
However, not everyone participated. Pence and Marion preferred to take photos with Li Ao.
After taking the photo, Li Ao said excitedly: "Anfernee, you finally put on the jersey."
When the Suns came to Los Angeles yesterday, there were news reports that so far this season, Pence has not missed a game or even a training session from training camp, to preseason, to the regular season. This is the first time in 6 years!
When Li Ao saw the news, his first feeling was actually sadness.
Now that the game is about to begin, there will be no tears left, only the excitement of playing against Penny.
Anfernee Hardaway smiled and said: "Our new team doctor is very good, thanks to him."
"It's quite impressive. It seems that Gugliotta hasn't been absent since the beginning... I heard that Kidd left because you two have been injured and despaired of this team. Now that you are healthy, you Do you think he will regret leaving?"
"Oh, Spider-Man, you are indeed a big Hollywood star. You really act like a good guy. You are so smart. You should know that for me, who has experienced so many things, this trash talk cannot affect my emotions."
"I just use my words and don't spend any money. If I irritate you, then our chances of winning will definitely be greater."
Li Ao shrugged his shoulders, tilted his head and spread his hands three times.
Pence smiled and said: "Oke Oke, I understand. I will go all out to fight you tonight and let you enjoy the game."
Li Ao: ┐('-')┌
After so many years of injuries, Pence has now clearly accepted his fate.
Li Ao thinks this kind of mentality is good. Even if Pence retires directly after completing this contract, his total salary will exceed 120 million US dollars. As long as he doesn't work, he will never spend all the money in his life. Accept the arrangement of fate and enjoy the rest with a relaxed attitude. Career is a good choice.
But Li Ao still appreciates Hill's tenacity more.
At 5:28, the pre-game preparation time was over and the two teams started.
The Clippers' starting lineup remains the same, and the Suns sent out Marbury, Anfernee Hardaway, Bo Outlaw, Marion, and Gugliotta in the starting lineup.
Looking at the newcomers such as John Wallace, Dan Marley, and Jack Voskull on the opposite bench, plus Bo Outlaw who started tonight, Li Ao felt that Colangelo Jr. would have a lot of trouble this season. It's so bad, I really wronged this second generation player.
The operation of exchanging Kidd for Marbury is indeed to "preserve the transaction value" for the future, but subsequent transactions or free agent signings, it can be seen that Colangelo does not want to raise Marbury as Jamison. , but really trying to win around Marbury.
At 5:30, O'Neal Jr. easily defeated Gugliotta to win the jump ball. The game started, and the Clippers attacked first!
In the first attack, in response to the calls of the fans, Bibby passed the ball to the basketball god who was opposite Pence.
Jordan turned around and made a sudden jump shot!
In the transition between offense and defense, Marbury broke through in singles.
Bibby failed to guard Marbury, but the rest of the Clippers actively defended and switched, blocking Marbury on the right side of the three-second zone, and Marbury returned a high pass.
Anfernee Hardaway received the ball one step outside the free throw line. Facing Jordan's defense, he did not do it himself. Instead, he passed the ball rationally to the baseline. Marion cut in to catch the ball and met O'Neal who turned around to make up the ball. Take off and hit the high throw!
(End of chapter)
