These words were like a slap in the face to Durant.

But it is indeed true.

The University of Texas played well in the first half, but Durant's performance could only be considered average.

He only scored a total of 8 points in the first half, which was obviously not enough for a player who averaged 27 points per game.

"Kevin, you need to step up and hit some shots that may not be that good of a chance."

After laying the groundwork for a while, Tucker finally said what he wanted to say.

After listening to what Tucker said, most people in the locker room nodded.

The University of Texas' triangle strategy in the first half was no problem.

The problem is that as Kansas' defensive execution improved, they no longer had the easy scoring opportunities they had at the beginning.

Lin Ying also nodded.

The saying is very applicable at this time: If tactics can solve all problems, what else do superstars do?

Basketball is a sport where you can do whatever you want if you have talent.

For example, do you really think that Jordan alone can master turning back and leaning back to that level?

Or do you think that the so-called "Big Dream Dance" is Olajuwon's patent?

Those are all illusions!

In fact, they just used their outstanding talents to maximize that technology.

That's why Yao Ming said, "He can do the Big Dream dance, but he can't do Olajuwon's speed."

Kansas' execution and tactical literacy are too high.

Once they are serious, it will be difficult to create good scoring opportunities just by relying on two months of quick triangle tactics.

Most of what you can get is some fleeting shooting space.

Or as Tucker said, some shots with poor chances.

No one other than Durant has much confidence in that kind of ball.

Because in addition to execution and tactical literacy at the University of Kansas, the personal abilities of the players are also not low.

So at this time, Durant is the only way to solve the problem.

"I see."

Although Durant didn't understand as much as Lin Ying, he knew that Tucker's reminder was right.

He is a man who wants to be the number one player in basketball, and he must stand up in this crucial game.

While they were chatting, Barnes and Springman had been standing in the doorway for a while.

Only after they finished chatting did the team members discover them.

"PJ."

Seeing that he had been discovered, Springman came in and greeted Tucker with a smile.

Tucker also smiled and turned around to greet the two former head coaches.

A rare smile from Barnes.

Tucker is no longer one of his players, and he has entered the NBA with a different status.

Of course, there is also a very important point. He and Springman are still thinking about how to boost the team's morale in the office.

Well now, the team's former captain has settled this matter in advance.

And what Tucker said was very close to what they discussed in the office.

After reminiscing, Tucker left the locker room first.

Later, Springman also talked about the team's adjustments in the second half.

To sum it up in one sentence: In the second half, the University of Texas will use version 2.0 of the triangle tactic to create more shooting and scoring opportunities for Durant.

With Tucker's foreshadowing, it will be easier for the players to accept this adjustment.

After Barnes had finished speaking, the players stood up and prepared to return to the field.

It was at this time that they suddenly discovered that Tucker was still at the door of the locker room.

When they went out, he pulled Lin Ying aside.

"Lin, if you can win tonight, the second most important thing besides Kevin is you. You must feed the ball to him as comfortably as possible. Only you can do it."

Lin Ying originally looked confused, but after listening to what Tucker said, she nodded seriously.

He was now certain that what Williams had said before was true.

"And you need to do more on the defensive end. Now that the score is behind, you can't win the game just by attacking."

Tucker added.

Lin Ying nodded again.

He can completely feel that Tucker really wants the University of Texas to win once!

This sentiment is easy to understand. Tucker has already entered the NBA and will not have another chance. If he can watch Lin Ying and the others win once, it will make up for the regret.

After the exchange, Tucker returned to the arena with them.

The fans at the scene were still enthusiastic, and the University of Texas fans even held up more banners and KT boards.

"Charles, do you think the University of Texas still has a chance?"

The second quarter of the game was about to begin, and the commentary team finally started talking about the game seriously.

They talked about the same thing about players in the first quarter. If they didn't talk about the game, they wouldn't be able to continue talking.

"There is a gap in strength between the two teams, but if Durant can score more points in the second half, they will have some chances."

Buckley spoke more objectively this time.

He's a little biased against Texas because of the triangle offense.

But that bias has been eliminated by Texas University's performance in the first half.

"So do you think Durant can score more points?"

Smith asked.

Buckley was stunned for a moment, then laughed.

There is no answer, but the answer has actually been given.

Judging from Kansas' defensive strategy in the first half, their defensive intensity against Durant was not low at all.

Durant's lack of scoring is not only related to Texas' own offensive tactics, but also to Kansas' defensive strategy.

Or to put it simply, tonight's game is different from Texas' previous games.

It’s not that Durant wants to score more points, he can score more points!

Of course Kenny Smith sees this too.

However, in addition to talking about something, his question also has something to do with the mental outlook of the University of Texas after returning from halftime.

Especially the way Durant rubbed his hands and jumped his feet made him feel a vitality he hadn't seen in a long time.

Although in terms of the performance of both sides in the first half, Kansas was obviously stronger.

But perhaps precisely because of that, he had expectations for the second quarter of the game between the two sides.

When the break came, both teams' starters returned to the court.

There are no adjustments to the lineups of both sides.

Whether there will be any changes in the game depends on the performance in the second half!

In the second half, Texas State took the lead.

Augustin advanced to the frontcourt with the ball. The University of Texas still used a triangle offensive formation, but there were new changes in the triangle composition.

Originally, Durant was in the low post in the first half, forming a strong side triangle with Lin Ying and Augustin.

But now, Wendell is on the low side and Durant is on the weak side, not participating in the triangle formation.

This is a bit surprising.

Including those in the commentary box, Kenny Smith and Barkley also looked puzzled.

Looking at this situation, is the University of Texas preparing to go all the way to the dark side?

But soon, they discovered that they had been deceived.

Or to use basketball parlance, they got a false shot.

After Augustin moved to the bottom corner according to the requirements of the triangle tactic, Lin Ying made a pass to the low post but failed to pass in.

Just when the Kansas side thought Lin Ying was hesitant, Durant moved from the top of the key to the right without anyone paying attention.
To be continued...