Chapter 196 Two Guns Attack(1/2)
How sensation was it when Iverson traded the Nuggets?
Considering that the target of the transaction is Iverson, no matter what team he goes to, it will cause a big chain reaction, not to mention his partner Anthony - when the deal was concluded, Iverson averaged 31.2 points, ranking second in the league.
The first place is Anthony's 31.6 points, which is equivalent to the players in the top two scoring list suddenly joining forces. It is a rare fantasy offensive combination in NBA history.
After Iverson joined, their scoring ability quickly improved to one of the best, and their record was also great, ranking third in the West and belonging to the team in the upper half for a long time.
Lin Rui is very clear about the Nuggets' future. There is no big problem with the compatibility between Iverson and Anthony. Both are super scorers, and their level is very high regardless of whether they have or have no balls.
But the problem with the Nuggets is that their head coach George Carl has never found a system to maximize the team's offensive ability.
This is also related to Iverson and Anthony's own ability. Both of them are good at offense but not organizational. At this time, the Nuggets traded Old Miller and lacked an engine. Therefore, Iverson often has a situation where Anthony's singles and Anthony's singles singles and JR Smith's singles singles. This method of solving the game by relying on a large number of singles can be useful in the regular season, and it will be difficult to meet a strong team in the playoffs.
At the same time, the Nuggets' defense is also a problem. Their inside line has Kenyon Martin, Nene and Camby, which seems very brutal, but looking at their outside line, in addition to Iverson and JR Smith, the defenders who have been with the Nuggets are Boykins at 1.65 meters, Steve Black at less than 80 kilograms, Anthony Carter at 1.85 meters, Atkins at 1.80 meters and McWilks at 1.78 meters. This kind of backcourt is the ATM for almost all teams.
There are definitely problems with the Nuggets signings in the backcourt. Their height is really too short and they have always lacked players with organizational skills. This is also a major reason why Billups can directly enter the Western Conference Finals after he came to the Nuggets.
Originally, the Nuggets were not lacking in talent. Their offense was never bad. When they were in good condition, they could even score record-breaking points in a single game, but what they needed was a player who could lead them.
Iverson and Anthony are not, they are both natural super scorers.
When Billups comes, he is more like the leader who leads the team!
Although the Nuggets are strong, it is difficult for them to rush out of the West, which is Lin Rui's judgment.
TNT Commentary Seat.
"The Nuggets' goal this year is to win the championship, and they want to go further with the golden double guns of Iverson and Anthony," Barkley said.
"Today's game will be very good. Let's see if Lin Rui, who just scored 70 points in the last game, will compete against the golden double guns?" Smith said.
"The Knicks' Crawford and Richardson were not injured. Their schedule was very unfriendly during this period," Barkley said.
"It depends on whether Lin Rui will show his previous form tonight, otherwise it will be difficult for them to face the Nuggets." Smith said.
The game against the Nuggets tonight is still broadcast nationwide.
China's CCTV Sports also broadcasted.
After the last 70-point battle, Lin Rui's game received a lot of attention.
It happened to be the weekend, and many fans put up small stools and continued to wait at home by the TV.
Soon, all the rituals were completed.
Both sides start.
Knicks: Lin Rui, Collins, Balkman, David Lee, Randolph.
The Knicks rotated again in the shooting guard and small forward position.
Thomas dared not let Jones and Nate Robinson start. The Nuggets are an offensive team, and their defense will drag down the entire team.
Collins is 1.98 meters tall and Balkman is 2.03 meters tall. Although he cannot contribute on the offensive end, he will not be too badly eaten on the defensive end.
Nuggets: Iverson, Crezza, Anthony, Nene, Kenyon Martin.
The Nuggets focus on the offense from the outside, and Anthony and Iverson are definitely the stronger ones.
On the court, the centers of both sides were preparing to jump the ball.
Lin Rui silently said: "Use [hot feel] (intermediate)".
Lin Rui continued to choose explosive skills.
If you can't use the advanced level, then use the relegated intermediate level. Lin Rui will try his best to win every game.
A familiar feeling came out.
This feeling is slightly softer than the advanced and violent.
Lin Rui had no doubt about his current feel.
The difference between high-level and intermediate-level feel is not big. For Lin Rui, as long as he is willing, he can hit 70 again.
This is the absolute confidence in oneself.
Lin Rui's face was very calm, and the scoring was not the most important. If possible, he would still find a way to connect the entire team.
The referee threw the ball into the sky.
Randolph and Kenyon Martin jumped up.
Randolph transferred the ball to Lin Rui.
Lin Rui dribbled the ball through halftime.
"attack!"
"attack!"
"attack!"
The cheers from Madison Garden Arena began to rise.
Fans like to see Lin Rui play.
No matter how many injuries the team encounters, only with Lin Rui is there, all this is possible.
Lin Rui dribbled the ball to the top.
Kreza is defending Lin Rui.
George Carl dared not use Iverson to defend Lin Rui, as he would be beaten up.
Kreza is a relatively reliable defensive player on the Nuggets' outside. He is 2.03 meters tall and weighs 111 kilograms. Although he is slower, he will not suffer too much when facing Lin Rui.
Lin Rui was a little disappointed if it wasn't for Iverson to defend.
However, Lin Rui had no traces of ink, so he asked for a pick-and-roll.
Randolph's cover-up is on.
Lin Rui moved horizontally to the right and accelerated past Kreza.
Nene quickly came over to help with defense.
Lin Rui changed to the left side of the protrusion.
Martin came to assist in defense again, and Lin Rui went around Kenyon and Martin's waist to David Lee on the other side of the three-second zone.
David Lee received the ball and easily advanced to the empty basket.
0 to 2.
Lin Rui used his superb dribbling skills to break through the Nuggets' defense line.
The Nuggets had three people to defend Lin Rui, but they didn't defend themselves, so Lin Rui still gave him an assist.
"pretty!!"
"Lin Rui's dribble is getting better and better."
"Lin Rui's dribbling in the crowd is really stable."
The fans are discussing.
Lin Rui showed his superb dribbling skills this round.
Lin Rui experienced a lot of physical confrontation in the inside, but he did not let the ball in his hand be thrown away.
Nuggets attack.
Iverson responded quickly.
Lin Rui's defense was blocked by Kenyon and Martin, and Iverson also broke in.
Randolph's beat didn't keep up, and Iverson flew into the basket.
2 to 2.
Knicks' offense.
Lin Rui dribbled the ball to the frontcourt.
This time, there was no pick-and-roll, and Lin Rui passed Kreza with a rapid change.
Kreza's defense is good, but Lin Rui is not good enough to defend himself alone.
Lin Rui has many ways to single him.
The Nuggets' defense did not react, and their inside line did not assist in defense this time.
None of them expected that Creza would be passed by Lin Rui so simply.
Lin Rui sprinted straight, grabbed the ball with one hand, took off and jumped high, and jumped up with a tomahawk dunk!!
2 to 4.
"Buzz!"
Lin Rui grabbed the basket after the dunk landed.
Lin Rui's dunk came too firmly, which made Nene and Martin stunned.
To be continued...