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Chapter 30 So Ordinary But So Confident
On the afternoon of the 31st, the Blazers team rushed to the ATT Center.

Roy and other players entered the field for training, while Su Yang and other coaches stayed in the locker room for pre-match analysis.

"I got the Spurs tactical analysis report from Bob yesterday. The Spurs' main lineup has not changed this season. They still use Parker and Duncan to launch offenses through pick-and-rolls, so our focus in this game is to defend against pick-and-rolls..."

McMillan briefly talked about the Spurs' main offensive routines, followed by the defensive focus. The first is to slow down Parker's running speed and try not to let Parker run to the designated position too easily. The second is to try to limit Duncan's low-post possession of the ball.

After listening to Su Yang, he agreed with McMillan's strategy, but he knew that the Blazers would not be able to do it, because the Spurs played too well, with a lot of attack points, a lot of running positions, and a lot of transmission. They were very patient and it was difficult to keep up with their rhythm. .

Right now, if the Blazers want to beat the Spurs, they can't pursue 100% on the defensive end. It's better to pinch one point. Between Duncan and Parker, there is no doubt that Parker should be chosen, because the Spurs are more inclined to let Parker play the main role in the regular season.

Su Yang said: "I suggest focusing on Parker. His running position is easy to tear our defensive formation. Try to ensure that there are always people in front of him, and replace him when he encounters a screen, even if the player who is covering him is empty."

"We can consider it at a critical moment..." McMillan nodded, looking at the four of Monty, "What about you?"

The four of Monty expressed their opinions separately, with different cutting angles, but the core is the same as McMillan. For example, when encountering a screen with the ball, the speed of squeezing through the wall should be faster; Prevent if you can.

Such a strategy is almost completely opposite to Su Yang.

McMillan didn't immediately make a decision on which one to use, and asked: "What are your thoughts on the offensive end?"

Monty immediately replied: "We need to share the ball more, be patient on the offensive end, and avoid hasty offenses. Before the Suns failed in the playoffs, we can't blindly speed up against the Spurs, especially hitting the inside..."

After a few minutes, the four of Monty each made suggestions related to offense, and the core vocabulary was to share the ball.

Su Yang listened silently, and the cases of defeating the Spurs kept flashing in his mind. From the two generations of Lakers, to the youth team Thunder, to the Big Three of the Heat, they all seemed to be based on one key point - don't compare with the Spurs.

Doing spurs means being unreasonable.

"Su, what about you?" McMillan asked.

"I suggest that you play more simple routines on the offensive end, do not deliberately share the ball, open up as much space as possible, and create singles opportunities for Aldridge and Roy, especially for Roy, because he can use it continuously like Kobe. Throwing to kill the Spurs, too many conduction moves, in front of the old-fashioned Spurs, it is easy to increase the chance of mistakes..."

After Su Yang finished his offensive suggestions one by one, it was almost completely opposite to Monty and the others.

"Understood..." McMillan showed a slightly embarrassed expression, as if it was difficult to make a final decision.

"I'm going to watch the players practice..."

Su Yang walked out of the locker room with his computer in his arms. He felt that this general direction of offense and defense, because the Blazers lineup changed, past game experience has lost its reference value, and it is difficult to prove right or wrong in advance. Let McMillan make his own decision.

On the court, Roy and others shot shots talking and laughing, and they were a little excited, as if they were looking forward to the start of the game.

As a player development coach, Su Yang reviewed the work plan, walked to Adelaide, and said: "From my long-term observation, you take the ball with your back, and after turning to the basket, it is too obvious to find the rhythm when you shoot the ball. That needs to be improved. .”

Ade nodded, followed Su Yang to the sidelines, sat down with a towel on, and waited to watch the video.

Aldridge in the second grade doesn't like confrontation, he hits the basket less frequently, and makes shots more hastily. Coupled with the rigid tactical restrictions of the previous Blazers, he often plays with talent and instinct, but he is very efficient.

If Su Yang wants to speed up Ade's growth, he doesn't need Riley's devilish training, he just needs to point him in the right direction.

"Look at Nowitzki..."

Su Yang pointed to the screen and said: "He shoots the ball to find the rhythm. He either turns his back to the defender so that the defender cannot see it, or makes a fake action or pauses after shooting the ball, and finds the most suitable mobile phone before shooting. You also have to patience…

You also have to attack the basket appropriately, or pass the ball, and don't let the defender easily guess your offensive choice.

You don't have to get the ball at the waist, you can try to run back to the basket and trust your teammates' ability to pass the ball.

You can also run from left to right, actively looking for easy shots, even if your teammates don't pass the ball.

Remember, you can play smarter, more proactive, and more patient. "

"Okay, coach, I remember."

Ade got up and walked back to the court, pulled Mike Roberts to act as a defender, and started training directly.

Su Yang stood by and watched, occasionally helping serve the ball, and instructing Mike Roberts how to defend by the way.

Two hours passed in the blink of an eye, audiences entered the scene one after another, and the media became busy.

The Blazers finished training and returned to the locker room collectively to make final preparations for the game.

Su Yang walked into the player tunnel, and was stopped by the public relations director Saunders halfway, saying that he wanted him to accept an interview.

The NBA stipulates that the media's interview needs for each team, even the interview with the cleaning lady of the arena, must be reported to the public relations department of each team for unified handling, and this time, ESPN and other media want to interview Su Yang.

According to tradition, the head coach or players should be interviewed before the game, and it is rare to interview assistant coaches.

However, ESPN and other media felt that Su Yang seldom used stereotypes and was more likely to make news, so they wanted to interview him more.

Sanders, the head of key communications, also agreed, and McMillan also felt that it was okay, and the matter was settled.

Su Yang didn't think about it, so he followed the talk and walked to the media interview area. ESPN and other media immediately surrounded him.

The ESPN reporter asked: "How do you internally evaluate all the losses in the preseason? Did you find the reason?"

Su Yang replied: "We have discussed and analyzed, and there are some changes, and you will see it soon."

The TNT reporter asked: "After Oden retired from injury and lost all the preseason games, do you still have the confidence to reach the Western Conference Finals?"

"It is a pity that Oden was injured, but we have made some changes. I still believe that we can reach the Western Conference Finals. When Oden returns from injury, we have the strength to attack the championship. Please pay attention."

The FOX reporter asked: "In the past five seasons, the Trail Blazers have a record of 1 win and 16 losses against the Spurs. The only game they won was because of the truce of Duncan and other Spurs' main players. Can you reverse the situation tonight?"

"Winning or losing tonight doesn't change anything. The Spurs are a good team, and so are we."

The ABC reporter asked: "Why are you always so confident without any successful experience?"

After the words fell, the reporters laughed.

"Then let's see what happens next, bye."

Su Yang smiled and waved, followed Sanders out of the media area and went straight to the locker room.

Soon, all the players returned to the locker room, and McMillan explained in public the precautions on both offensive and defensive ends.

"First, we need to pay attention to keep sharing the ball, and don't stick to the ball too much before there is a finishing opportunity..."

After listening to a few sentences, Su Yang realized that McMillan was on both offensive and defensive ends, and none of his suggestions were adopted.

After listening to it with a calm expression, he sat next to Ade with his computer in his arms, and briefly analyzed some of Duncan's singles habits.

At [-]:[-] p.m., the Spurs championship ring awarding ceremony ended and the game officially started.

(End of this chapter)