Basketball's most talented forward is on the left

As for the content of Popovich's interview, Zuo Li could only say that he had mastered the essence of the art of war. This was a really good way to show the enemy's weakness. I almost believed him. He was indeed a coach who graduated from West Point Military Academy.

Although this was Zuo Li's first time playing against Popovich, he would later know that don't believe a single word of what Popovich said before the game. Whoever believed it would be unlucky.

What Zuo Li remembers most is the season before he traveled through time. The Hawks had not won in San Antonio for a long time, but Popovich said before the game: "Don't be blinded by the Hawks' record.

It doesn't reflect their performance, they just lost several games. They compete every night, work hard on both ends of the offense and defense, and Budenholzer makes the Eagles very competitive."

Then that night the Spurs defeated the Hawks 98-72...

If Zuo Li were a Hawks player, he would be numb.

He beat the Eagles, then beat them, gave them a date, slapped them again, and won without offending anyone. Popovich did such a good job in Tai Chi, it was simply insane!!!

This time, Popovich obviously used this trick on the Knicks.

When Zuo Li stepped into the locker room before the game, Zuo Li knew that Popovich's poisonous milk had taken effect...

Sure enough, the Knicks players seemed a little unfocused at the beginning of the game. Duhong made two mistakes in the beginning and was replaced. When the substitute was replaced, he was rewarded with a big block by Duncan. Duncan had not blocked a shot in a long time. This ball also belongs to

A timely help.

Fortunately, Zuo Li and David Lee felt on the line, especially Zuo Li. Popovich did not let Duncan go against him, but asked Oberto to hit him hard. The result was that Zuo Li made 5 consecutive shots, which was a great success.

Oberto's mentality exploded early.

However, Duncan really acted like a teenager tonight. He also made all the first 5 shots. Coupled with Parker's performance, the Spurs led 23-19 by 4 points in the first quarter.

Zuo Li, who was sitting on the bench in the second quarter, kept moving his arms. It has to be said that the Spurs' defense is really too strong. If he doesn't shoot, you shouldn't shoot either. Everyone just grinds it out in a positional battle to see who is beaten to death.

who!

The Knicks were no match for the Spurs. D'Antoni mobilized his troops, but whether it was Randolph's basket or David Lee's mid-range shot, they were all resolved by the Spurs, while Parker and Duncan played brilliantly inside and outside.

When the water started, the others frantically strangled Zuo Li, even at the cost of violent fouls.

Although Zuo Li scored 17 points and 8 rebounds in the half, and Oberto committed 4 fouls in the half, the Knicks still trailed 40-49 by 9 points. In a game with such a slow pace, 9 points is not a small amount.

It can be seen that D'Antoni really wants to win. After all, Popovich is his lifelong enemy in the Suns. Their feud is more than enough to write a book, and the ending is basically the Spurs winning, 07

The nightmare of 2016 is still D’Antoni’s inner demon.

But the Knicks did not have the conditions to win tonight. The Spurs played better and better in the second half. In the end, the Spurs defeated the Knicks 99-90 at home, with a 9-point advantage, ending the Knicks' 6-game winning streak since the start of the season.

The Spurs were in full bloom tonight. Duncan's long-awaited double-double of 26 points and 10 rebounds, Parker's 28 points, and Ginobili's 16 points all made Spurs fans lament that the all-powerful Spurs are back.

The New York side was a little too good. Only Zuo Li performed well. His statistics of 29 points, 11 rebounds, 3 blocks and 3 assists were impressive enough. Zuo Li was almost able to complete back-to-back 3010 games.

But even so, Zuo Li was the player who scored the most points in the first 7 games of the new century.

After the game, Zuo Li also received good news again. He led the Knicks to victory in three games with averages of 32.5 points, 14.8 rebounds, 4.5 blocks and 2.5 assists per game. He also won the Eastern Conference Player of the Week and became the best player in rookie history.

The first person to win Player of the Week two weeks before the start of the season.

When Zuo Li won the Player of the Week last week, he tied O'Neal's record of winning the Player of the Week as a rookie in the first week. Now, he has once again taken a step forward on this basis, and he has also become the Eastern Conference Player of the Month.

The most powerful competitor.

However, it was still a little embarrassing when such news was announced when a game was lost. At least Zuo Li would not celebrate and did not make a speech.

After the game, New York fans and the media were a little disappointed. After all, they couldn't defeat such a strong team on the road.

The most disappointing thing is naturally the Knicks players themselves. Back in the locker room, even D'Antoni was somewhat silent. D'Antoni couldn't help but think of his fear of being dominated by the Spurs in the Suns. Is it true that he still can't defeat the Spurs in the Eastern Conference?

The most normal one is naturally Zuo Li. To be honest, Zuo Li has been prepared for this defeat, and he feels that losing is a good thing.

The current Knicks are far from being able to win consistently. Whether it is tactics or staffing, the Knicks' shortcomings are still very obvious. In addition to being in good shape and Zuo Li's good enough, the Knicks can win six consecutive games and have a lot to do with the schedule.

It has something to do with it. The previous opponents were either not strong enough or encountered unexpected situations such as injuries.

The last game against the Jazz was almost overturned. This was already reflected in the Spurs, who were so old and aggressive and were crazy about you before the game. The loss can only be said to be reasonable.

Moreover, Zuo Li took a look at his teammates. Losing could help these excited guys calm down and recognize their own strength. Winning before made them think they were invincible. This was not a good thing for a long time.

Of course, you can't be too depressed. Zuo Li finally managed to get his morale up, but don't let it collapse again. This is the Knicks, so this situation is still very possible.

So Zuo Li stood up and spoke.

"Hehehe, let me tell you guys, we won't set off until early tomorrow morning. Do you want to have a meal together later?"

"Zuo Li, um, didn't we just lose?" Little Ewing scratched his head and spoke at the right time.

Zuo Li nodded, yes, the young man is suitable to praise: "Yes, we lost, but losing to the Spurs is normal, I think we played well enough, we lost by 9 points, this is not unacceptable, you know

, they were the runner-up in the Western Conference last season!"

Zuo Li's words woke up the depressed players.

yes!

There's no shame in losing to the Spurs.

Before they met the Spurs, they surrendered directly, but tonight they fought until the last minute.

"So, we need to treat ourselves, find a restaurant, have a meal, and have a good sleep. Tomorrow, we have to go to Memphis. It doesn't matter if we lose a game, we can show outsiders that we can still win.

We are not soft persimmons!" Zuo Li clapped his hands.

Keliu: "Okay! I'm too anxious, we are still top two in the Eastern Conference!"

David Lee: "Zuo Li is right, come back after the next game!"

Randolph: "Eat, eat! I've been hungry for a long time. Duncan is really hard to guard against!"

…

A group of people regained their energy, and the bathhouse musicians continued to play online.

D'Antoni patted Zuo Li on the shoulder: "That's right."

Even I was impressed.

"Hey, hey, coach, this is what I should do." Zuo Li put his arm around D'Antoni's shoulders: "But we have to work hard to win the next game. The Grizzlies are just right. They must want to pinch us. We might as well give them a surprise."

!”

D'Antoni's eyes became brighter and brighter as he listened...

At this time, the grizzly bears still don’t know what they are going to encounter...