Rao is so. Xu Xin and McHale still need to solve the problem of ball distribution among the three ball holders.
"I think this is the case. Let's first clarify the most accurate points of the three of them. Jeremy Lin has the highest catch-and-shoot rate at 45 degrees on both sides of the three-point line. Then when he doesn't have the ball, all his runs end up at 45 degrees on both sides. "
"Livingston is not accurate from the three-point line, so he will make more cuts and runs and mid-range jumpers after off-ball screens. You can refer to Hamilton during the Pistons period."
"Butler is the easiest to handle. His shooting hot spots are very even. Just keep improving."
Xu Xin thought for a while and gave his thoughts.
McHale didn't answer right away, instead pondering the feasibility.
After thinking for a while, McHale nodded,
"I think it's okay, but we still need to identify the first ball-carrier so that the tactics can be best executed."
"That must be Butler. His physical talent and technical ability are unmatched by Jeremy Lin and Livingston."
Xu Xin said decisively.
McHale strongly agrees with Xu Xin's views.
On the field, the game was coming to an end, and the red team seemed to be winning, leading by 6 points in 2 minutes. But the blue team did not give up.
The blue team was based on defense and the defense was very strong. After the defense was successful, Jeremy Lin made a fast break counterattack and scored.
Looking back, Harden and Garnett played a pick-and-roll, stepped back and hit a mid-range shot. The point difference was still 6 points.
At this time, Butler stood up, faced Ariza's defense, and hit a three-pointer.
On the red team's side, Harden broke through for a layup, but was interfered by Butler, and the basketball knocked out of the frame.
Harden and the team's assistant coach complained that Butler had fouled the ball. Before the assistant coach could answer, an accident happened on the court.
O'Neal Jr. and Garnett collided while fighting for rebounds. O'Neal Jr. hit Garnett on the brow bone with a big elbow. Garnett was bleeding on the spot and bleeding.
McHale quickly ran onto the court and stopped the game.
The team doctors also ran onto the court to treat Garnett's wounds, and they were very busy.
The instigator, O'Neal, was stunned in place. He thought, this move is not a big move. He just got rid of Garnett and blocked the rebound position. How come the Wolf King's eyebrow bone was opened?
Xu Xin stepped forward to check Garnett's specific situation, and the team members consciously made way for Xu Xin.
The team doctors helped Garnett stop the bleeding quickly, but the venue's medical conditions were limited and no further treatment was possible.
Thomas Lankton, the team’s chief doctor, stood up and said to Xu Xin:
"The bleeding has stopped. The preliminary examination showed that the brow bone was cracked and there was a slight concussion. The risk of brow bone fracture cannot be ruled out. The actual situation requires further MRI examination."
Xu Xin nodded after hearing this. He and McHale exchanged a look, and McHale understood.
"After the training match, James (Harden) organized everyone to practice more."
Harden agreed, and with the help of the assistant coaches, the players went to other fields for additional training.
Only O'Neal Jr. remained where he was. He helped lift Garnett up and said remorsefully:
"KG, I'm sorry, that shot I just made was not intentional. It's my fault for not controlling my movements well."
Garnett stood up, still feeling dizzy, but a tough guy is a tough guy, even if his eyebrows were opened a few minutes ago. He squeezed out a smile and comforted O'Neal:
"Jermaine, how many years have you been playing? Why do you get so nervous as you get older? Training matches are also competitions. What's the point of training without intensity? There's nothing wrong with you."
O'Neal knew that Garnett was comforting him, so he patted Garnett on the shoulder gratefully and said:
"Get well soon, come on!"
"necessary."
Garnett left the arena with the support of the team doctor. According to Lankton's wishes, he would immediately return to Houston for more detailed examinations.
The specific length of time the injury will last can only be determined after the test results come out.
After the group left, only Xu Xin and McHale were left standing on the sidelines, falling into silence.
After a while, McHale spoke first:
"Manager Xu, it seems Garnett's debut will be postponed."
Xu Xin smiled bitterly:
"Yes, the most important thing now is to determine who will fill Garnett's position in the Knicks game tomorrow night."
Xu Xin said.
"Ariza comes in as a substitute. I will tell you tomorrow afternoon during the pre-game arrangements."
McHale thought for a moment and said.
"I think I can give Tucker a try. His performance today really surprised me."
Xu Xin said.
Tucker? After hearing Xu Xin's recommendation, McHale quickly thought about the feasibility.
"Tucker's defensive hardness and off-ball attributes are better than Ariza at the fourth position."
Seeing that McHale was still struggling, Xu Xin continued.
McHale nodded and said:
"I agree with this. I think Tucker's outside shooting ability is questionable. He shot very well in today's training game.
But throughout his games with the Suns this season, his three-point shooting percentage was less than 35%. Once he can't shoot, offensively we are equivalent to four on five. "
McHale's worry was not unreasonable, which made Xu Xin instantly think of Tucker in his twilight years, that's what he was like in the digital man's season.
But Tucker is still very accurate now.
"Tucker's three-point shooting percentage is not high. Firstly, he shoots a lot of throwaway shots. Secondly, his three-pointers from the top of the arc and the wings are not as accurate as the bottom corner, and his right bottom corner is better than the left bottom corner. Even more accurate.
If we only arrange for him to stand in the bottom corner, catch the ball and shoot open three-pointers, I believe his shooting percentage will not be low. "
Xu Xin explained.
McHale's eyes lit up and he arranged for the most suitable people to do what they were best at. This was indeed a wise choice.
"Okay, Tucker will take Garnett's place during this period, play a few games and see the effect."
McHale said with determination.
In the evening, the news that Garnett was injured in training spread like wildfire. After all, it was an away game, and the leakage of the news was inevitable.
A well-known Internet celebrity was the first to publish an article, with the title clearly reading:
"Garnett was accidentally injured by a teammate, and the Wolves and Rockets' debut was postponed."
As soon as the article was published, it quickly aroused discussion among fans.
"Is it true that I don't have the life of a power forward? It's hard to find a top five forward in history, but he got injured without playing a game. I don't know if he can still be in good shape after recovering from the injury."
"Be patient and don't be impatient. It's just that the brow bone has been opened. It may be broken at most. It'll be fine. It's not an injury to the arms, legs or groin. It won't affect the condition."
Someone who understands will quickly explain.
"Hey, I've been looking forward to the Wolf King's debut for several days. I don't know how long I have to wait now."
"Almost a month. The focus is still on whether the Rockets can beat the Raptors tomorrow. I am a team honey, not a human honey."
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