NBA: Two hands can’t carry championship rings

"Where has your energy gone?"

"Have you forgotten where you fell last season?"

"You cowards and softies, toughen up."

"Push quickly, run, take action when you have the chance, don't get caught up in their rhythm."

Old Nelson yelled at the players on the bench.

The whistle sounded at the beginning of the second quarter, and Yue Yi came on the field again.

Ellis acted as the point guard, and the bearded man sat off the court to rest.

Yue Yi suddenly felt bad, and Eli Ellis is an attacker who has a tendency to stick to the ball. He is not a master who passes the ball easily. In addition, his style of play is very unique. Even if he has an open opportunity, Ellis is unlikely to pass the ball to him. In his hands.

Unless he is being defended and has to pass the ball.

This kind of pass is a throw away. Even if he catches the ball, he will not have a chance to play with him on the court. Less playing time.

It's just that Ellis is a combo guard. He plays an offensive point guard on the court. When he feels good, he is indeed a pretty good choice. Playing as a point guard can ensure the team's offensive firepower.

It's just that Yue Yi, a pure running shooter who needs timely passes from his opponents, sure enough, in the three minutes of partnering with Ellis in the backcourt. Yue Yi only got one chance to take a shot. This was not a good opportunity because the 24 seconds were almost up. Ellis broke through for a layup and was intercepted by the Jazz in the air, completely blocking the shot space. He had to find someone to pass it out. One goal.

No way, Yue Yi took a shot after catching the ball, but was blocked by the shot-blocking master Kirilenko.

With 9 minutes left in the second quarter, Yue Yi was replaced during the Jazz's free throw period. After the game, there was no chance to play in the entire second quarter.

The Warriors activated their offensive firepower in the second quarter. The five starting players all found a certain touch. Their own scoring increased, but they could not limit the Jazz's scoring.

At halftime, 49:61, the Warriors were still trailing by a double-digit margin.

Except for the Chinese media and fans, no one cared about Yue Yi's 2-for-3 performance, because it was too ordinary even for the Warriors coach. The team and teammates didn't care about Yue Yi's performance at all. How could they ask or expect Yue Yi to perform for an undrafted player with a ten-day short contract?

In their opinion, being able to play and score points was already enough. What a blessing.

Being behind by 12 points was nothing to the run-and-gun Warriors, not to mention that there was still halftime.

The players soon worked hard again and vowed to give the Jazz some glory in the second half. Look.

However, having morale may not necessarily translate into an advantage on the court, especially for a team that is very touchy in running and shooting. With 1 and a half minutes left in the third quarter, the Warriors were still 11 points behind at 71:82.

After receiving instructions from Nelson, Yi Zai came on to replace Ellis and give him some rest time.

When the team felt very average, Ellis' sharp breakthrough kept the team alive and prevented the score from getting further.

It's undeniable that this is Ellis' strength. In terms of offensive power, he is somewhat capable, but his efficiency is not that high. He made 6 of 15 shots, 2 of 6 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws. , scored 19 points.

At the end of the third quarter, both teams made rotations, and most of the

Warriors' point guard on the court was Watson. She often takes the initiative to carry his bags.

When playing away games, Yue Yi also gives him priority.

In the Warriors, Yue Yi has a good relationship with anyone who has the ability to pass the ball, especially those who play point guard.

This is an intentional result. After all, Yue Yi relies on them to pass more passes to him.

This is also the tragedy of not having the ability to attack independently, and can only score based on the expressions of teammates.

The Warriors had the ball, Watson controlled the ball and advanced, and the other four players ran and settled in the frontcourt.

Yue Yi got a brief opening after running.

Watson has quick eyes and quick hands, and the ball passed directly to Yue Yi.

Yue Yi immediately raised his knife and dropped it, scoring 2 points.

Made 3 of 4 shots and scored 6 points.

The commentators in the Huaguo live broadcast room are looking forward to it. Can they score two more points to reach double figures?

It was the Jazz's turn to have the ball. After dragging it in, through the conduction movement, there was a gap outside the three-point line in the bottom corner. The Jazz seized the opportunity and scored a three-pointer into the net.

After one round of confrontation, the Warriors failed to get closer and were still 1 point behind.

Watson controlled the ball for more than half of the game. After passing the ball on the right side, there was no chance. The ball returned to Watson's hands.

Watson cross-stepped and dribbled in front of the defensive player, suddenly accelerated in disguise, and rushed into the Jazz inside.

Watson's speed can only be considered average among defenders. The Jazz inside players stepped up in time. Watson had no chance to lay up, so he chose to sneak out from the baseline.

At this time, Watson discovered Yue Yi ambushing in the left corner.

He thought that by passing the ball at this time, Yue would have room to take action.

However, Yue's mid-range shot is very accurate, but he doesn't shoot three-pointers.

Watson thought that if he passed the ball, with Yue's style of play, he would take a step or two forward and then shoot.

But the opportunity was missed, and the Jazz defenders came up.

There is not much time left. If Yue passes the ball again, it may cause a 24 violation.

Thinking of this, Watson gave up the idea of passing the ball.

A good point guard must learn to judge who to pass to and who is more likely to score.

"Hi CJ, this."

But Watson saw Yue Yi taking the initiative to ask for the ball from outside the three-point line in the bottom corner.

They have been practicing together for so long and have played ten preseason games. This is the first time.

They looked at each other and looked at Yue Yi. With a determined look in his eyes, Watson chose to believe in Yue Yi.

He is my brother!

Of course, Watson will never admit that in fact, at least half of the reason for passing the ball was because he was near the bottom line of the three-second zone. The opponent's inside players are on the verge of stepping on the line.

Instead of making mistakes, it is better to pass the ball out, whether it is a violation or not, at least you don't have to take the blame in the three-second zone under the basket. Watson heard a"swish" sound, the basketball fell into the net and fell right on his bare head.

Watson was so excited that he said"oh" after his head was hit. He yelled and ran over to give Yue Yi a high-five.

Yue Yi made the ball, and Watson suddenly went from being on the verge of taking the blame to making a good pass.

"Beautiful, Yue, well done."

The bearded man who was resting on the bench stood up and roared.

Several teammates who had a good relationship with Yue Yi also gave a few scattered applause.

Yue Yi was returning to defense. I told Watson about it

"CJ, keep passing the ball to me later. If you pass one, I will give you an assist."

Yue Yi's three-point shooting ability is actually very weak. During regular training, his hit rate is less than 40%, and it is even more difficult to describe in the game.

Therefore, Yue Yi basically does not shoot three-pointers during the game, unless there is a wide open space.

Why did Yue Yi suddenly become so confident?

Because he used the three-point rain experience card.