This Forward is Not Serious

During the opening ceremony, fans on both sides showed extremely high emotions.

Needless to say, Texas fans, their Lone Star Republic will fight bloody battles with the American guys.

As far as Kansas fans are concerned, they thought the same as the Kansas players at first.

Facing their old opponents who had just taken lightly a month and a half ago, they don't know how to lose tonight!

After the opening ceremony, the starting lineups of both sides were released one after another.

University of Kansas: Russell Robinson, Chalmers, Rush, Wright, Cowen;

University of Texas: Augustin, Abrams, James, Durant, Lin Ying.

When the starting lineups on both sides came out, both Barnes and Self were a little surprised.

Barnes' surprise was that Kansas didn't continue to use Arthur to guard Durant.

You must know that Arthur's defensive effect was very good in the last match.

Self's accident was because Barnes started with a small lineup!

If you paid attention to the two from the beginning, you will definitely remember the scene when they were unable to live and die as the main force in the second half when they first played against each other.

To put it nicely, these two people have their own principles, but to put it bluntly, they are stubborn!

Can stubborn people be flexible?

But the two of them didn't do anything besides the accident.

As far as Barnes is concerned, Self's adjustment does not affect his tactical arrangement.

As far as Self is concerned, the "small lineup" of Texas University has been frequently used in the first two games of Crazy Three, and it is not too surprising to use it as a starter.

And Kansas's starting lineup has more flexibility than the last match, and it won't suffer too much.

The opening ceremony ended, and the starters from both sides came on stage one after another.

Lin Ying and Cowen's jump ball in midfield.

Both Barnes and Self sat up straight at the same time.

The formation of troops is only theoretical, and you will only know if it will work at the beginning of the game.

"beep!"

The referee blows his whistle and the basketball is thrown into the air.

Accompanied by the cheers of more than 70,000 people at the scene, Lin Ying and Cowen jumped up, and the competition officially started!

Cowan jumps the ball and Kansas goes first.

At the beginning of the game, the defensive end of the University of Texas defended a 2-3 zone defense.

This is how to learn from UNLV.

And the old opponent of the University of Kansas did give face.

The defensive weakness of the 2-3 zone defense is the left and right two 45-degree three-point lines. As a result, Chalmers has one on the left and one on the left!

This is when you meet an acquaintance and can't bear to start, you will be given a big gift bag at the beginning!

Naturally, the University of Texas did not miss such an opportunity.

Lin Ying controlled the rebound with two long passes, Augustin made a layup and Durant followed up with a dunk. The University of Texas got off to a perfect 4-0 start!

What I have to mention is that Lin Ying's positioning technique from Joel Anthony played a big role in these two waves.

On the other side of the commentary booth, Barkley, who "supported" the University of Kansas, also burst out laughing.

Facts have proved that when it comes to tainted milk, Durant's point is not enough in front of him!

But just when the fans thought that the University of Kansas was going to follow in UCLA's footsteps and smashed the basket again, Brandon Rush stood up!

He first hit an open three-pointer at a 45° angle on the left, and then hit a bukkake three-pointer against Abrams from the bottom corner!

If you don't know what to choose with the 13th pick, then choose a shooting guard!

Driven by him, Chalmers also regained his touch and hit a three-pointer with a 45° angle on the right.

These three three-pointers scored, and Barnes was forced to call a timeout.

The University of Kansas' outside touch is getting better, and the defense of the University of Texas may not be able to defend it!

"We're defending a 3-2 zone."

But just after the timeout, what Barnes said was surprising.

He didn't intend to give up the zone defense, but chose to change a formation!

"Damay, if Rush moves to the corner, you follow.

Lin, you don't have to worry about the corner or the wing on the other side. Someone else will fill the position. You just need to guard the basket. "

In addition to the defensive formation, he also made some other targeted arrangements.

The 2-3 zone defense is the protection of the restricted area and rebounds, and the two 45-degree three-point lines and the left and right high positions are the weak defensive areas;

The 3-2 zone defense is just the opposite. It mainly focuses on oppressive defense against the top of the arc and two forty-five-degree angles to limit the opponent's frontal three-pointers.

Its weak points are the two corners and the basket.

The University of Kansas has a hot three-pointer during this period, which is a very targeted adjustment.

As for the details behind the arrangements.

Chalmers seldom goes to the bottom corner, and if he goes, there is a high probability that it will be Rush, so just follow him.

Some people will say that a long diagonal pass from the bottom line can directly pass the ball to a teammate who is open in the corner on the weak side.

This kind of operation is not impossible, but the degree of difficulty is very high.

In history, Ginobili's cross pass from beyond the baseline across the half court. gif is amazing, but it also just shows the difficulty of this kind of pass.

Especially in front of the zone defense, it is easy to be directly intercepted by the defender.

"We've got to get up to speed and play with them in motion."

And at the end Barnes also said the most critical point: speed up.

Barnes' tactical ability is definitely not as good as Springman's, and this is reflected in every game.

But it's his strategic ability that defines him as the head coach at the University of Texas.

Or in other words, Springman is general and Barnes is handsome.

"Use a small lineup to play defensive counterattacks and avoid positional warfare" is the style of play that was set before the game.

So no matter what the situation on the court is, all the adjustments made are aimed at this.

After the tactics were arranged, Barnes said some words of encouragement.

Before the players were ready to play, he stopped Lin Ying.

"We have no choice."

The first sentence Barnes spoke was earnest.

The University of Kansas has excellent three-point shooting ability, but the ability to attack the frame is even stronger!

Not to mention that Chalmers has a strong breakthrough ability, Rush and Wright also have excellent scoring ability in the penalty area.

Originally, the 3-2 zone defense was the weak area under the basket, and Lin Ying had to defend it alone.

That will be very stressful.

But at the same time, they have proved in the big12 finals that man-to-man cannot limit Kansas' offense, and speeding up the zone defense is a must.

So like he said, they have no choice.

Lin Ying nodded.

Barnes left him alone yesterday, saying that he may need to guard the basket alone.

The reason why it is called a strange move is because this style of play must not have been imagined by Self.

"Remember, you are the last wall at UT."

At this moment, Barnes went on to add another sentence.

After he finished speaking, he patted Lin Ying on the shoulder, which had a profound meaning.

This is not the first time he has done this. He also did this when Lin Ying was required to attack in the low post in the last game against North Carolina.

But obviously, this time he shot harder.

"I know."

Lin Ying not only nodded this time, but also spoke!

He certainly understands the importance of a center in a small lineup.

In history, the Warriors team led by Curry was able to sweep the league with the "Five Deaths", one is the Splash Brothers' powerful outside attack ability, and the other is Draymond Green's guarding of the basket.

Small lineups rely on help defense, but help defense takes time, and even Green has to face the opponent's strong attack directly in many cases.

It is very important that he can defend until the defense is in place, and even defend directly one-on-one.

This is also the biggest difference between the Warriors and the Suns led by D'Antoni.

If you give the sun a green, they might...

Speaking of the University of Texas, they have actually been changing this season, and then looking for a tactical system that suits them.

From being beaten by Kansas for the first time, to training triangle tactics;

Then in the big12 finals, it was found that the triangle tactics alone could not win the University of Kansas, and turned to explore the possibility of a small lineup;

Then extend from the small lineup to the full-court press, and in this game, the small lineup will start the game quickly;

Step by step, the University of Texas has changed and grown in the competition, and Lin Ying has grown and become stronger as well!

And Barnes's sentence "You are the last wall at the University of Texas" made him burn uncontrollably.

Then let's see if his wall can hold up the University of Texas!

When the timeout expired, players from both sides returned to the field one after another.

Looking at Lin Ying's back, Barnes suddenly realized that Lin Ying was becoming more and more important to the University of Texas.

Perhaps because of talent, Durant will be the person who receives the most attention at the University of Texas.

But the importance of Lin Ying cannot be replaced.

Or in other words, Durant determined the upper limit of the team, and Lin Ying raised the lower limit of the team!

Pause back, Texas offense.

Durant stepped up and down in the low post to shake Wright and scored a goal.

Since watching the video of the Lakers game last time, he has not lost any of his moves.

11 to 12.

With a point difference of 1 point, the next round becomes very critical.

Confidence in Texas' defense would be devastating if they were thrown another 3.

When seeing the University of Texas switch from a 2-3 zone defense to a 3-2 zone defense, the University of Kansas was stunned for a moment.

Especially Self, with an unbelievable expression on his face.

Barnes gave up treatment?

Still didn't pay attention to Kansas' ability to attack the frame?

In the frontcourt, Robinson showed his experience and directed his teammates to move, and Rush quickly cut to the bottom corner.

The University of Kansas has excellent execution ability and already knows how to play without Self's command.

But as soon as the ball was passed to Rush, James was already in place.

Barnes' one-handed early target is also very eye-catching.

Rush, directly gave the ball to Chalmers who cut in.

You have a target, I have a plan B.

The two teams are familiar with each other, and this is all a master's game, which is deadly but has a backhand.

The fans who watched this wave of offense and defense broke the defense did not take their eyes off it.

Now, it depends on how Chalmers, who cuts in, will choose.

Whether it is Wright who distributes the ball to the weak side, or takes the ball and attacks Lin Ying himself.

The answer will be revealed soon.

Chalmers chose to stop and throw!

This choice is very witty!

Leaving aside Chalmers' main offensive method, throwing is mainly because this choice can pull Lin Ying out of the basket.

Even if he doesn't score, Wright on the weak side can come over to grab offensive rebounds, and even directly make dunks!

Lin Ying, jumped out.

He had to dive, but he also knew that Wright on the weak side was cutting, so he made a dive, but not quite.

After successfully giving the interference, he didn't care whether the ball scored or not, but turned around and grabbed the rebound.

"when!"

Chalmers shot slightly missed the basket and went out.

Wright slapped the horse and jumped up, his long arms stretched out to make a dunk.

"Boom!"

His hand hit the rim hard.

But in his hand... no ball!

Before he made the dunk, Lin Ying got the ball first!

This is a deduction of loneliness!

Lin Ying made one defense and two defenses at the basket, and the defense is down!

On the sidelines, Barnes stood up and punched excitedly.

The wall he ordered was really thick!

And it's not over yet.

After Lin Ying got the rebound, he threw it directly towards the midfield.

The advantages of the 3-2 zone defense are also reflected at this time.

Three-pronged approach, three horses galloping forward.

Two-on-one in the frontcourt, Durant received a pass from Augustin and directly spread his wings.

"Boom!"

A powerful one-handed split buckle.

The University of Texas fought another wave of defensive counterattacks!

13 to 12!

They also overtook the score again!

After the dunk, Durant roared towards the sidelines.

What responded to him was a tsunami of cheers from Texas fans.

When he retreated to the defensive end, he immediately found Lin Ying and slapped him.

Defensive counterattack, the premise is defense.

The existence of Lin Ying's wall was the key to the successful counterattack just now!

"Lin just defended beautifully, but he can't keep doing that."

In the live broadcast seat, Barkley continued the effect of the program.

But this time, what he said was also what he thought in his heart.

"You know what I mean? He's not Olajuwon or Dikembe Mutombo, he's just a 6-foot-7 big man."

"Charles, he looks more than 6'7."

While Barkley was talking, Smith on the side reminded him.

Ma Jian was not the only one who noticed Lin Ying's "moisture" in the last game.

"Six-foot-8? Well, even if he's a 6-foot-9 big, he can't do it all the time."

Barkley's saying that didn't come out of nowhere.

It's that he is also a short insider himself, and he knows how disadvantageous his height will be when defending.

What's more, Lin Ying's weight doesn't seem to be very heavy.

Even if Crazy Three had a highlight moment like consecutive blocked shots of Hibbert in the previous game, it is the same as watching the highlights, not a concept.

If this height wants to be a man in the paint, unless he is Rodman or Ben Wallace.

But Lin Ying was obviously neither of them.

And this Kansas team impressed him very deeply, with very strong tactical awareness and tactical execution.

Lin Ying barely defended the ball in front with his flexibility, but in the next round, Kansas used the inside to go hard?

While speaking, the University of Kansas advanced to the frontcourt, and Cowen leaned against Lin Ying in the low post and directly reached out for the ball.

Compared to defense, offense is what Cowen is better at.

As an inside player, he averaged 8.2 points per game in his first year at Kansas.

You must know that he is not the first, second and third in the team, and the fourth main attack point is not counted.

His efficiency is very high, and his offensive skills are very comprehensive in the NCAA stage.

He has all the inside skills of low-post footsteps and hooks, and he can even make counter-baskets very smoothly.

And he is very good at using his body and wingspan, playing very smart.

Perhaps at this time, some fans will think of the second regular season match between the University of Texas and the University of Kansas, which is the game where Lin Ying tipped the basket and made a lore.

Self gave Cowan the last and most critical shot.

It seemed like an unexpected arrangement, but it was actually a kind of trust in Self's ability in Cowen.

Cowen received the ball, put his whole body on Lin Ying, and then got up with a small lever wiper to send the ball into the basket.

Clean and tidy, without the slightest hesitation, and did not give the rest of the University of Texas a chance to help defend.

Lin Ying was pressed down and couldn't get up, and could only watch Cowen put the ball into the basket.

The impact of this ball on him is quite big.

Although it is not the first time he has played against Kansas, it is the first time he has defended Cowan one-on-one inside.

Because Cowen's draft pick is not high in history, his attention is not as great as players like Hansbrough and Wright.

But the round just now seemed to emphasize one thing: what is not easy to use in the NBA is not necessarily bad to use in the NCAA.

Why do I emphasize it, because when he watched the Ohio State University game a long time ago, he also had that unexpected shock when he saw Oden.

"What did I just say?"

In the live broadcast, Barkley spread his hands and said.

He understands the opening 2-3 zone defense of the University of Texas and thinks it is very good.

But the current 3-2 zone defense makes him feel overconfident.

"Are you OK?"

Durant came to the backcourt to serve and was concerned about Lin Ying.

He didn't say it during the timeout, but he felt that Barnes was going too far.

Lin Ying was used as "cannon fodder" when he was fighting Georgetown University, and now he is doing it again.

He knew that doing so was good for the team, but Lin Ying was under too much pressure alone.

"fine."

Lin Ying replied with a smile.

Durant nodded.

Although laughing was still uglier than crying, but he knew that Lin Ying was smiling at this time to let him relax.

The University of Texas attacked the frontcourt, and Durant attacked in the low post and hit directly inside.

Wright didn't expect Durant to be tough, and after a few resistances, he surrendered his gun.

Durant turned around and smashed the ball directly into the basket!

And he yelled at Wright after dunking.

This shot is pretty tough, and it's not Durant.

But it wouldn't be surprising if he knew the conversation he had with Lin Ying just now.

Barnes put all the pressure on Lin Ying, he couldn't!

As a brother, he must help Lin Ying share this pressure!

15 to 14!

The University of Texas once again overtook the score!

Just as Barkley said with emotion, the competition was extremely fierce! !

Kansas came to the frontcourt, and Cowan once again leaned against Lin Ying for a position.

This time Lin Ying defended sideways.

The advantage of sideways defense is that it can limit the inside receiving the ball, which is often used by the inside against the inferior side.

The last time the University of Texas tried to play against North Carolina, Brandon Wright was such a defensive Lin Ying.

Of course, this defense method also has disadvantages.

That is, once you encounter a flexible inside line, turn around and get rid of it or directly receive a lob, unless you have a lot of height and wingspan to suppress your opponent, you will not be able to prevent it.

Cowen is that flexible insider.

He tried to reach out for the ball but couldn't get it, turned around and asked for the ball to the other side.

It's just that Lin Ying is sticking to him like brown sugar.

He turned around, and Lin Ying also changed sides, always maintaining the threat of cutting the ball to him.

As a result, Kansas couldn't get the ball in!

Kansas bench, Self was a little surprised when he saw this scene.

Lin Ying really used her brain to the extreme!

Unable to score the goal, Rush was marked again, and the University of Kansas chose to cut in from the outside.

It's Chalmers again, cutting to catch the ball and driving to the basket.

His speed is very fast, much faster than when he cut in last time.

Speeding!

Lin Ying's mind turned rapidly.

Breakthrough is not the sooner the better, you have to combine your own abilities.

Otherwise, if you get up quickly but can't slow down, you may lose the ball directly.

"Golden State Irving" likes you.

Except for a very small number of people who have super abnormal quick start and stop abilities like Ross, or like Westbrook, who I rush in and buckle anyway, most people will not slam on the accelerator to accelerate when breaking through.

Chalmers' behavior was obviously a bit abnormal.

Sure enough, after rushing to Lin Ying, Chalmers actively found someone to confront him.

Good guy, this is using him as a brake!

And at the moment of contact, he directly gave the ball to the other side.

Breaking into the center, this is a classic pie-feeding tactic.

"Snapped!"

Stop, traffic police enforce the law!

Before the ball passed, Lin Ying directly cut the ball!

A successful prediction!

Thanks to Lin Ying's long hand, otherwise he really couldn't do anything if the pass passed.

Cowen is a faster, lighter version of Hibbert. His chances of one-on-one under the basket are as small as the ball just now.

It may even be a button for Cowan to get up.

But, hey, you have no chance to buckle!

And after Lin Ying steals the ball, he throws another long pass.

This time Durant took the lead and was the first to rush out of the perimeter to get the ball.

The agreed-upon pressure sharing is more than just a joke!

Durant took the ball and strode forward. His height and his flexibility made it impossible for others to catch up.

In the blink of an eye, Durant had already reached the frontcourt, leaping into the air with one step, followed by a dunk with both hands!

"Boom!"

This buckle ignited the emotions of Texas fans again.

17 to 14!

The University of Texas took the lead in breaking the deadlock!

And after retreating to the defensive end, Durant once again found Lin Ying to high-five.

It seemed like saying: As long as you can defend, I will definitely score the ball!

University of Kansas, believe in evil!

This time, under the command of Chalmers, Cowen directly used his body to go to Karin Ying.

The purpose of doing this is very clear, which is to create opportunities for players who cut in to score directly.

The University of Texas outside players blocked Chalmers this time, and Robinson broke through from the other side to throw off the defender, and then made a quick three-step layup.

He doesn't have as many offensive tools as Chalmers, but he's not slow either.

A close-range punch.

etc!

Mobile speed test!

A hand suddenly appeared next to the ball.

Look at the owner of that hand, it's Lin Ying!

Robinson's eyes were full of disbelief.

Wasn't Lin Ying stuck by Cowen?

Turning back the clock a little, Lin Ying was indeed stuck by Cowan.

But the card slot is not really locked for you to lock it.

Lin Ying is at a disadvantage compared to Cowen in many aspects, but he also has his own advantages, the biggest advantage being flexibility.

There is also a very professional term in basketball for his operation just now: turn around and get rid of.

Generally, this technique is mostly used when the defender runs without the ball. Princeton, like Georgetown University, is full of such tactics.

Lin Ying's current wave can be regarded as learning and applying it now.

Give Cowan a strong confrontation first, so that he thinks he is fighting him.

Then there is a sudden unloading.

Because of the sudden loss of focus, it will definitely take time for Cowan to regain his focus.

Lin Ying's flexibility came out, and he turned around to get rid of it again. Cowen couldn't stop him unless he made a foul.

"boom!"

Lin Ying put a volleyball hat on her long arm, and directly pressed Robinson's ball on the backboard.

Moreover, he also showed better bullet speed than Cowen after landing, picking off the defensive rebound!

University of Kansas, three consecutive attempts to attack the inside, all ended in failure!

Lin Yihuo Guanguan Shadow! !

The cheers of the Texas fans at the scene could not be stopped.

How can there be such a tough man!

"Charles? Charles?"

On the other side of the live broadcast, Kenny Smith turned his head to look for Barkley, but found that there was no one in Barkley's seat.

After he yelled twice, Barkley looked up from under the table.

Everything is a program effect!

"I know what you're trying to say, I was wrong."

After Barkley sat up, he immediately admitted his mistake with a smile.

This Lin Ying is slapping him in the face with practical actions!

"He's very different."

Barkley continued.

In the "kiss the donkey's ass" incident, many people only remember that Barkley was slapped in the face and kissed the ass of the donkey.

What few people pay attention to is that in that rookie season, when Yao Ming encountered the rookie wall, Barkley publicly encouraged Yao Ming more than once.

Although Lord Baron can do a lot of absurd things for the effect of the program, he also has a true temperament.

I was slapped in the face by you, you are awesome, but I will not hold a grudge, but will recognize you.

Just like just now, he was slapped in the face and blown in seconds.

Live footage goes to the Kansas bench.

Self was rubbing his temples by this time.

Headache!

An inside line in the early 2 meters, but now the University of Texas's basket is garrisoned as solid as gold.

Even if the University of Kansas tries its best, it will not be able to break through this last wall!

Moreover, Durant is also going crazy at the moment.

This time, the University of Texas did not directly play a defensive counterattack. After switching to a positional battle, Durant made a forced shot in a double-team and caused Wright's thug foul!

Because of Lin Ying's excellent defensive performance, many people did not notice Durant's performance tonight.

So far, Durant has scored a game-high 10 points!

When you see the shadow, the light is already above your head!

Durant's free throw opportunity.

There was a lot of interference from Kansas fans at the scene, but Durant's heart was calmer than ever.

The first free throw, hit steadily.

High five with teammates, high five with Lin Ying.

The second penalty is also a hollow bag.

19 to 14!

The University of Texas reopened the point difference to 5 points!

"Defend! Defend!"

The Texas fans at the scene shouted like mountains and seas.

At this moment, the Texans are extremely confident.

The University of Kansas' basket cooperation made a mistake!

Although Lin Ying failed to prevent Chalmers from passing the ball to Cowen this time.

But Cowen was a little anxious to make a shot. He looked towards the frame without holding the ball firmly, but the ball went out of bounds without holding it!

This time, the Texas fans were even more excited.

Although Lin Ying couldn't directly play the defensive effect like the previous rounds, why did Cowen look at the frame in such a hurry?

That's because the opportunity he finally got, he didn't want to be destroyed by Lin Ying again!

Or you can directly understand it as: This is the defensive deterrence given by Lin Ying! !

After playing several successful defenses in a row, Kansas obviously worried about him when attacking the inside!

This is more deadly than a successful defense!

And after it went smoothly, other aspects of the University of Texas also began to go smoothly.

In the positional battle in the frontcourt, Durant was flanked in the low post, and he returned the ball to Lin Ying who was outside the three-point line.

Lin Ying directly made a three-pointer!

Cowen didn't expect Lin Ying to shoot, because apart from the opening dunk, Lin Ying had never made an offensive shot, let alone a three-pointer.

His pounce was slow, Lin Ying's ball passed through the net like a rainbow piercing the sun!

22 to 14!

Point difference, come to 8 points!

"Charles, I have a hunch that the University of Texas is likely to win this game."

On the live broadcast side, Kenny Smith couldn't help but speak.

There is a long way to go in life, and no one can avoid failure, but the University of Texas can become stronger after each failure!

This trait is really rare.

Barkley said nothing.

But not speaking does not mean that he disagrees, but that he knows that his mouth is very poisonous.

His silence, on the contrary, shows that at this moment, he has taken it from his heart!

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