Basketball's most talented forward is on the left

Leading by 9 points in the first quarter, Tianhu started the game. According to the Knicks' playing characteristics in recent years, as long as the rhythm is played in the first quarter, the winning rate is as high as 88%. In the first quarter, Zuo Li sent 8 points, 4 assists and 4 rebounds in the paint, which is very efficient.

, so the fans at the scene have already begun to think about the celebration after the game.

However, the development of the plot was far more magical than people imagined. Only two minutes into the second quarter, the 9-point advantage disappeared. Not only that, the culprit turned out to be the "King of New York" Zuo Li!

"I'm convinced... Why is it always a three-point tactic?!"

"The four little guys above can all shoot three-pointers, but you told me that this tactic is to ask Zuo Li to shoot?!"

"Is D'Antoni crazy or Zuo Li crazy? Do you want to win if you fight like this?"

"I'm really too stubborn. I can't fight like this if I don't score the first time. I still believe in Zuo Li too much."

"You are playing with snakes. I hope you will have a good fight next."

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The fans expressed helplessness, and Barkley also gave his own opinion: "Let's make a substitution."

What the fans saw was that Zuo Li missed four consecutive three-pointers, and what he saw was not only the result but also the reason.

"The Mavericks' defense is very experienced. After knowing the Knicks' tactics, they obviously changed their defense. The left winger catches the ball because the gap is right there, and he can't do it if he doesn't catch it," Kenny Smith said.

"Unfortunately, the best outside player was rookie Klay Thompson who scored 7 points on 3-of-4 shooting. The others were really eye-catching."

It only took 4 minutes and 35 seconds to go from 9 points ahead to 9 points behind. The situation on the court changed too quickly.

This also caused the Knicks to be criticized by many people. Barkley said angrily: "Why are the Knicks so obsessed with three-pointers!"

In the last 2 minutes of the second quarter, with the score difference still 2 points, the Knicks attacked, and the audience shouted Zuo Li's name, and the Knicks also ran with all their strength. In the end, Zuo Li took the ball from the outside...

After getting the rebound, Terry quickly counterattacked and scored the buzzer-beating goal.

O'Neal's opinion is also the opinion of the fans. Many fans were mad at D'Antoni after losing, thinking that his tactics were terrible.

"The Knicks probably won't be able to survive this season. There's no hope of playing like this."

Obviously his three-point value is close to the super god, and he is obviously killing everyone in training, but today... he just has no touch!

And D'Antoni didn't blame Zuo Li. After all, everyone has fluctuations in three-pointers and touch. However, he still made adjustments and asked Zuo Li to rest first, and replaced him with David Lee and Anderson to partner inside and outside.

Pair Curry with rookie Thompson and put Danny Green at the third position.

As for why...he doesn't know either!

Yes, this is the Knicks' tactic. Let Zuoli's three-point king fire. Logically speaking, he can definitely catch his opponent by surprise. The only problem is...

Curry hit two consecutive three-pointers, but Kidd seized the opportunity to counterattack.

"But this may also be the Knicks' tactical design, because even so, Zuo Li's ability allowed him to dribble the ball into the inside, but he did not do so, so this may be the Knicks' tactic... one big, four small, four small

It's all feints." O'Neal pointed out the problem sharply.

The tactics were very good, and they worked well at the beginning. Curry broke through and scored 4 points in a row. However, then, Curry came to the three-point line and started to strike...

110-94, the Mavericks took away the victory with a 16-point advantage and got a good start to the new season.

The Knicks threw 33 three-pointers in the game, three times more than the opponent Mavericks, but they only made 7, shooting only 21.2% from the field, while the Mavericks made 6 of 15 three-pointers.

Hit rate 40%.

However, although the players have changed, the style of play remains the same. They still focus on the outside, and directly increase the speed. Once they seize the opportunity, they will resolutely counterattack.

This gap is simply too great.

"Want to guard Zuo Li? Don't worry, he will take action himself!"

"You know, at this time, you should go inside and let Zuo Li and Randolph come back. The Mavericks' inside line is still irresistible. Don't be obsessed with the outside line anymore." O'Neal, as a big center, said.

The reasons for losing do not require expert analysis, any fan can understand them.

The Knicks really did this. Zuo Li came up and stormed to score 2+1, and then assisted Randolph to complete a dunk. Although Dirk assisted Kidd to make a three-pointer, the Knicks still widened the point difference.

one...two...

In the second half, the Knicks, who were obsessed with three-pointers, shot an embarrassing 4-for-20, while the Mavericks played steadily and took the game away with a 14-0 wave in the third quarter.

O'Neal believes that Zuo Li was taught badly by D'Antoni: "Zuo Li is the most talented center I have ever seen, and his future is limitless. But today, he only took 6 shots in the paint and hit 5 goals. Most of the time

He was always on the outside, doing work he was not familiar with at all."

D'Antoni called a timeout, and Zuo Li stretched out his hand awkwardly. This was the first time in his career that he missed four consecutive shots.

Even though Kidd can't run anymore, his passing is as precise as a scalpel.

"SHIT, why are the Knicks' outside shooting so bad today!" Barkley was convinced. Just now it was Zuo Li, and now it's Curry. The Knicks have hit six consecutive three-pointers.

52-56, the Mavericks ended the first half with a 4-point advantage.

"It's over..."

"You've seen it, learned it. If you encounter Zuo Li in the future, just defend him like this and leave him open at the three-point line. As long as he shoots a three-pointer, victory is already waving to you!"

Looking at Zuo Li's posture, Buckley closed his eyes in pain...

"It seems that 98 is still not safe... After all, a value is a value, and it is not a bug like a three-point 100% hit. If something goes wrong, it will still be very embarrassing..." Zuo Li murmured to himself.

And this... is also the latest score difference between the two sides in this game.

The Knicks suffered an embarrassing start. Since Zuo Li joined, they lost the opening game for the first time in four years, and also lost the Christmas Day game for the first time in three years.

Zuo Li, who made 2 of 12 three-pointers, scored 20 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists, but his shooting percentage was very poor. It fell below 50% for the first time in three seasons. Of course, Zuo Li also received a lot of ridicule and criticism.

Their faces almost burst into laughter.

boom!

Zuo Li's fifth three-point attempt tonight ended in failure again.

Didn't score.

"Sorry...my..."

"It's Chinese New Year, guys, the Knicks lost, Zuo Li pulled, we knew it would be like this, the original team still wants to build a dynasty? Do you think you are Michael Jordan?"

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Disappointment, helplessness, gloating...

Some people are even beginning to bet on the Knicks' season prospects. The sunspot that disappeared all summer has made a comeback again. Many experts also said that the Knicks need to rethink tactical issues, and some even suggested changing coaches...

The first game of the Christmas War made the fans explode. Although the result was unexpected, the league's goal was achieved.

This heat is unrivaled.