Chapter 83 Don’t take yourself too seriously

Author: Feng Yuanhua

Chapter 83 Don’t take yourself too seriously

The SuperSonics continue their road trip.

Although Wang Hao had already anticipated the difficulties in the upcoming competition, he was still careless.

It can be said that the NBA's tactics can effectively restrict even superstars, let alone ordinary players.

And when the opponent turned his attention to Wang Hao, he indeed felt this special care.

During the game against the Wizards, I met Richard Hamilton. This guy wanted to follow Wang Hao from beginning to end.

If it were just this guy, Wang Hao wouldn't really be helpless. After all, offense always takes the initiative.

What's more, he can also seek cooperation with his teammates.

However, the head coach of the Wizards, Gargard, is an old guy who has no moral ethics and targets a young man like him.

Infinite defense changes during pick-and-rolls, and normal man-to-man marking, all focused on Wang Hao.

Let's put it this way, throughout the entire game, Hamilton never double-teamed anyone else and just followed Wang Hao.

In other words, between Wang Hao and Gary Payton, or Wen Baker, they chose to target Wang Hao.

I would rather let Gary Payton and Vin Baker succeed in singles than let Wang Hao get too many opportunities.

Damn it, I’m just a rookie!

In fact, it is not incomprehensible, because even if it is targeted at Gary Payton, it may not be possible.

Rather than doing this, it's better to target other people.

After all, Gary Payton is not that kind of super scorer. He cannot use scoring to kill the game.

If Wang Hao and Wen Baker could be restricted, it would be equivalent to eliminating Gary Payton's right-hand man.

In fact, it has the same effect.

After the game, Wang Hao made 5 of 13 shots and only scored 14 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 rebounds and 2 blocks.

Even these 14 points were stolen by him.

Fortunately, the offensive end was limited, but Wang Hao performed very well on the defensive end.

In addition to marking Hamilton, he is always ready to help defend and has defended his opponents many times.

Coupled with Gary Payton's outstanding performance today, a huge double-double of 22 points and 14 assists helped the SuperSonics win.

In addition to Gary Payton, Vernon Maxwell and Brent Barry also played well.

Compared with the SuperSonics, the Wizards' lineup and strength are still somewhat inferior after all.

A close win against the Wizards was followed by another back-to-back game against the Cavaliers.

The Cavaliers' lineup is equally unsatisfactory, and only one Shawn Kemp can make a difference.

It's a pity that today's Shawn Kemp is no longer the omnipotent Rain Man who was his partner Gary Payton.

Today, he is just a fat man who indulges in drug addiction and completely destroys himself.

It is said that Shawn Kemp is now so fat that he can hardly even touch the basket.

Before the game, Gary Payton had a nice chat with Shawn Kemp. After all, they were old teammates.

But when it came to the game, he was not polite at all and almost had a triple-double, destroying the Cavaliers.

In addition, Vin Baker has regained his form and found enough face with Gary Payton's former partner.

The road trip has ushered in 2 consecutive wins, which is good news.

However, in this game, Wang Hao's performance was still struggling, with 15 points and 5 rebounds.

In addition, the game ended early, and there was no chance to score points at the last moment.

It wasn't until the game against the Pistons that the Sonics finally stopped their winning streak, and their two-game winning streak was ended.

Compared with the previous two opponents, the Pistons are indeed more powerful, but strength is not something that stays on paper, it needs to be reflected in the game.

With two All-Star players in Grant Hill and Stackhouse, the Pistons' lineup is indeed not bad.

It can be said that there are not many teams in the entire NBA with such a powerful forward and defensive line.

But such a team had only achieved a record of 1 win and 5 losses in previous games.

With this record, this is a completely weak team!

However, in the actual game, the two stars truly demonstrated what it means to be omnipotent.

As an opposing player, Wang Hao was a bit confused.

In the previous games, he also knew that his opponents were beginning to take him seriously and would not let him play so easily.

Wang Hao is also adjusting, running more and using more pick-and-rolls. Not only does he let his teammates pick and roll for him, he is also covering for his teammates.

He hopes to destroy the opponent's marking through more cooperation.

Not only that, in addition to offense, he is also more attentive and focused on defense.

It can be said that in the previous games, although Wang Hao did not score many points, his contribution was definitely not low.

With his and Horace's defense on the flanks, they were very effective in limiting the opponent's offense.

The opponent's scoring and offensive efficiency are both the lowest.

Wang Hao feels that he has the potential to become a defensive player, and maybe he can become the best defensive player in the future.

I never expected that everything would be shattered by this game.

There is no unnecessary reason why the Sonics lost this game. It was because of Grant Hill and Stackhouse.

In the whole game, Grant Hill scored 38 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, and Stackhouse scored 24 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists.

The two combined for 62 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists.

As an important member of the Sonics' front line and the main defensive player, Wang Hao was blown away.

Especially facing Grant Hill, he was a little stunned.

There is just that helpless feeling that no matter how hard you try or how you defend, you can still make the shot.

With 2 minutes and 04 seconds left in the game and a 16-point deficit, Paul Westphal took the initiative to give up.

Because the Sonics have their last away game the day after tomorrow, there is no need to work too hard today.

If you have the chance, you can give it a try, but as it is now, there is really no need.

Wang Hao leaned on the chair on the bench. It took him a while before he seemed to come back to his senses.

12 points and 7 rebounds, these are his statistics today. Compared with Grant Hill, they are really terrible.

"What's wrong, rookie, do you feel a little lost?"

Wang Hao frowned. Naturally, he would not lose confidence, but he felt a little uncomfortable after being exposed.

"One thing, I failed to guard against that guy."

"It's normal. For athletes of that level, it's impossible to completely guard against them.

Unless there is something wrong with them, they are not in good condition, or they are not feeling well."

"Of course I know, but I think I can do better. If I can do better, the team will not lose."

Who knew, Gary Payton laughed at this moment, patted Wang Hao on the shoulder and said.

"Rookie, don't you think we can win the game because of you?"

Wang Hao was a little surprised when he heard Gary Payton's teasing voice, wasn't he?
Chapter completed!