Bulldozer of the NBA’s Restricted Area

The game continues on the court.

Li Shengli personally yelled at Kevin to attack, which undoubtedly aroused the burning jealousy of Kidd's three defenders, because the treatment enjoyed by Kevin Garnett was too high-end, and now... the focus of the audience has stopped. In his case, even if this intra-team match is to test the newcomer's strength, it doesn't mean that the newcomer can ride on the old man's face and output like crazy, right?

So Kidd directed, Curry fired, and the team's defensive focus was entirely on Kevin Garnett. Although Li Shengli and Gordon on the sidelines felt this subtle change, they didn't say anything. Compared with opponents in the regular season, this kind of more civilized targeting is just scratching an itch.

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Kevin attacks.

A low-post single and a turnaround and fadeaway jumper. This shot was very crisp. McLeod, who was guarding him, could not form an effective interference. After all, he was suppressed in all aspects by his height, bounce, and wingspan, and was successfully scored by Kevin.

Next, the same method was played three times in succession.

Counting the previous one, he made 3 of 4 low-post turnaround jump shots. It seems to be very efficient for the time being, but to achieve this efficiency, McLeod's weak defense also accounts for a large factor.

Watching Kevin's offense take off, Kidd's team followed the trend. Lorenzo cooperated with McLeod to double-team, but Kevin didn't stick to the ball at all. He dealt with the double-team very decisively and distributed the ball to his teammates on the weak side. , regardless of whether his teammates scored or not, at least he has achieved the ultimate in this point.

Still can't suppress this kid?

Then give up double-teaming and improve single defense!

Kidd directed Lorenzo and McLeod to switch defenses. Lorenzo's height did not disadvantage him, but Kevin's low-post singles and turn-over jump shots were in trouble. However, his offensive weapon arsenal was not limited to the low post, and he cooperated with his teammates to expand the shooting radius. circle, and on the outside... He has a height far exceeding that of a defender and an excellent wingspan. Unless the defender's inside troops are mobilized, it will be difficult to form a decent interference, because Kevin's face-to-basket mid-range shot is also relatively good, but not efficient. It's amazing, but it's more stable.

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Is this Kevin's offense?

Toby said nothing. Li Shengli glanced at Gordon, and Gordon also glanced at Li Shengli. The generals exchanged looks and began to preset... What would happen if Kevin was put into the main starting lineup?

"Low post? It will be difficult for this kid to play as a first-line power forward, and he won't be able to hit the paint."

"Playing inside is my thing. He has good ability and vision to distribute the ball and assist. It's just right for him to follow me!"

"His style of play is outside. He can kill from a distance, but he can't withstand high-intensity confrontations!"

"There is no need to fight him. As long as his killing range is enough to threaten the opponent's inside line, it is enough for me to pull one person away. It is really suitable for him to follow me!"

"These conditions... Li, to be honest, judging from the ability he has shown so far, he can do it. There are many players in the league who can reach this level. You don't have to be too happy. It will take me some time to build him." The final form!”

"Many people can reach Kevin's level?" Li Shengli rolled his eyes at Gordon, "Coach, are you sure you're not joking? Maybe it takes time to prove his offensive ability, but his defense is already up to par. I don't think anyone can be better than him. It’s appropriate, there’s offense but no defense, there’s defense and there’s weak offense, not everyone is that comprehensive!”

"But after all, he is still young." Gordon closed his eyes and thought for a moment, "When the regular season starts, I plan to temporarily let him play as a substitute at the fourth position to learn from experience."

"Playing as a substitute? Are you kidding? Why am I so impatient? Are you still planning on not letting him come on? Is there anything that can improve faster than actual combat? Don't create difficulties for me. I will take care of him this season. ...I don’t want to wait any longer.”

"Then let's play a preseason game first and see if..."

"There is no if, just choose Kevin at the fourth position. It will be no problem against the Rockets, Spurs, or even the Magic. Kevin and I will have no problem inside."

"You'd better not have too much hope!" Gordon covered his head and expressed pain in his head. "You know, Kevin's rookie season is not favored by us. Maybe he will improve in the future, but for now... …You should understand what I’m going to say.”

"Coach Gordon, believe me, it's okay to let Kevin start, because we can't be worse than last season." Li Shengli said firmly, "It's time to end this boring intra-squad game, you can Arrange a training plan for Kevin, but leave it to me first today!”

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The intra-team match lasted for more than one quarter, and no one cared about the score. But when the coach shouted to end the game, everyone on the field stopped immediately. Li Shengli walked directly onto the field and pulled Kevin aside, practicing alone. In the one-on-one offense and defense, Kidd and Curry were frustrated again.

"What are they doing again?"

"Damn, now I seriously doubt... could Kevin be Li's long-lost brother? Otherwise, there is absolutely no reason for him to be so attentive!"

"Long lost? Still a biological brother?" Kidd looked surprised. "Curry, go to the hospital to see your eyes when you have time. I suspect you are blind!"

"Go away, otherwise, how do you explain the current situation?"

"Hey, Li really can't wait. Last season, Shaq made it to the Finals, and our Mavericks were swept out in the first round of the playoffs. This gap is too big. Maybe he just wants this Kai Wen needs to grow up quickly so that he can help us compete this season."

Kidd and Curry continue to complain, but Kidd is relatively reliable, and Li Shengli really doesn't want to wait too long. In Li Shengli's view...Kevin is definitely a potential stock. To put it simply, it means a good foundation and growth. There's plenty of room, and the real question is how long it will take for him to grow.

However, there is no need to doubt that the Mavericks insiders led by Li Shengli gave Kevin the greatest space to play and shortened his growth time to the greatest extent.

On the one hand, the Mavericks are short of manpower at the fourth position, and Kevin must be in the starting lineup.

On the other hand, Kevin's abilities in all aspects are indeed very suitable for Li Shengli, and to a certain extent, he is even more suitable for Li Shengli than Malone.

Although the original combination of Li Dajou and Ma Dajou made all the inside players in the league vomit, but Malone was replaced by Kevin, and his outside playing style was enough to connect the inside and outside, instead of the original Jazz relying on one inside hand. Explosive play, penetrate the entire league.

Coupled with Kidd who is also in the growth stage and is willing to assist and feed the ball, Curry is good at shooting, and Crotty is good at defense. As long as Kevin improves, there will be no obvious shortcomings in the Mavericks' main lineup in the new season. .

And if he wants Kevin to improve, the first thing Li Shengli thinks of is to let him get used to it first... In top-level confrontations, the hard-line style of play of Malone and Barkley, even if they don't have to fight hard inside to fight for muscles and bayonets, is stable. It is still necessary to take action during the confrontation.

New season?

Li Shengli has full hope!

The Mavericks' new growth lineup has basically been finalized, and now it's time to prepare for an uneasy fourth season.

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"Kevin, I'm going to guard you first. You think of a way to take action. I'll try to guard you later!" Li Shengli said to Kevin, his expression relatively serious, just like when Kareem Abdul-Jabbar trained him desperately.

"Brother, you... aren't you bullying? I'm not good at one-on-one offense and defense." Kevin said a little helplessly. Although Li Shengli's attention made him feel very happy, it made him It's still a bit difficult for Li Shengli to compete alone. After all... standing in front of him is the chosen one with two championships, two FMVPs, a regular season MVP, and a DPOY.

"Don't say it's useless. Increase the intensity of the confrontation first. The opponents you encounter in the future may be stronger than me."

"Are you kidding me? Is there anyone better than you?"

"This is no joke. My actions will not be mixed up, but our opponents will. If I have a chance, I will take you to meet Karl Malone. He will be the first obstacle you have to overcome in the future. Believe me, you If you eat his elbow, you won't be able to eat for three days!"

Just fight!

Kevin bit the bullet and practiced alone with Li Shengli.

To be honest, his one-on-one offense relies more on his height, wingspan, and back-turning jump shots. Li Shengli has completely locked these two items for him. The beating left Kevin completely confused.

It is no longer a question of whether the shot can be scored, but that there is no chance to make a shot. Li Shengli's single defense is so abnormal, but he still uses his card power, which makes Kevin want to cry.

"Don't panic, stay calm, what are you afraid of!" Li Shengli said with a cold face, eager to speed up Kevin's growth, "You try my method of exerting force. I can hit anyone from behind, and the same goes for exerting force. When you encounter a competitor, When your opponent is physically stronger, you first go to the opponent with all your strength.

There are two results, either the opponent gets out and makes way for you, or the opponent fights against you with all his strength. Of course, in many cases it will definitely be the latter, and this is your opportunity. You can avoid the short-term peak period of your opponent's strength. When his center of gravity shifted, he pushed back again and at the same time chose to take a jump shot! "

Top others first!

When you're done, just run away when someone else comes back?

Is this... Kevin Garnett's fight-and-retreat style?

To be honest, confrontation skills need to be honed in actual combat, and the truth is worthless. It depends more on everyone's on-the-spot response and grasp of opportunities. Simply put, it is emergency response in a short period of time.

Kevin was trying, and the effect was indeed there. Without guaranteeing a hit, he could at least forcefully take a shot. But looking back to when Li Shengli was attacking and Kevin was defending... Li Shengli took Ai's little elbow.

"Shit, aren't you kidding? Just now you said you wouldn't do anything for personal gain, now you're going to elbow me!" Kevin cried and vomited.

"Stop talking nonsense, I didn't even try hard!" Li Shengli said with a dark face, "If you want to have a long career, you have to guard against your opponent's dirty tricks. To be honest, if it were Karl Malone, he would only outplay me. More ruthless. Of course... If your opponent is not clean, you don't have to be polite. Whether it's offense or defense, you can try to harass them with trash talk!"

"Trash talk? I'm good at this. I've never seen anyone who can trash talk better than me, but... can I trash talk you?"

"Sorry, I can't! To be honest, I don't know why. Few people who have ever criticized me have a good ending. They either retire or...are injured!"

You don't know why?

Kevin thought to himself... I, a rookie like Ta Ma, know that people are either beaten by you or caused trouble by you, but you still have the nerve to say that you don't know.

"I can't criticize you, but you're still telling me this?" Kevin hesitated to speak, unable to hold back.

"Ahem...I'm just reminding you!" Li Shengli said seriously: "Kevin, you are still young, the future is yours, but you must also remember that when you meet people like us, you have to take it easy. , don’t go too far, because compared to us, you are too fragile! Also, I remember Karl once said to me... Bullying the weak and fearing the strong is a virtue. Although I personally don’t agree with it, it does not prevent you from learning. one time!"

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This is……

The evil man's words and deeds?

Kevin Garnett never expected that he would get the NBA's ultimate secret on the first day of training... Bullying the weak and fearing the strong is a virtue.