: 837: Master of Rule Use

Latest website: Dwight Howard hates being disrespected, so after seeing Link’s message, "Warcraft" instantly exploded.
"How do you think of Link's response? Hahaha, don't look at it, because you will see who is the real winner later. Both of our teams are currently 6 wins and 0 losses, the only two in the league that have not lost. Two teams. But after today’s game, there will only be one winner left, and the only place must belong to the Houston Rockets."
Howard was interviewed by reporters on the sidelines before the game started. Facing the camera, "Warcraft" seemed quite relaxed. He laughed, as if everything was no different from when he was in Orlando, as if the scarred grizzly bear was not worth mentioning.
But everyone could see how reluctant Howard was smiling. Everyone knew that he must be very angry now, gritted his teeth with anger, wishing to smash Link now.
Howard's smile was like a mask, trying to hide his eagerness for quick success. Unfortunately, what he did on the court has long exposed his true self.
Everyone knows that Howard will definitely become quite violent in the game, he is now even the old people like Kobe and Garnett.
Sure enough, as soon as the reporters left, Howard's face darkened.
He stared at Link in the other half, scolding the words starting with F countless times in his heart.
Then Howard walked to Harden's side, looking serious even with his partner.
"James, how are you preparing?" Howard knew that he really couldn't win the Grizzlies by himself, even if it was the Grizzlies.
Whether this game can be won today depends on Harden's state.
And Harden's state has always been a mystery. His state of good and bad, even made Howard miss that Kobe who is always in combat.
"Don't worry, I slept very early yesterday, and I also attach great importance to this game." Harden replied coldly, and then went on shooting to warm up.
Howard nodded, and the two did not communicate any more. The relationship between Howard and Harden is actually not as good as outsiders think.
They are still not partners, at most they just don't want to drag the other person back.
But as long as Harden stops convulsing, Howard will be satisfied. He acknowledged Harden's talent and strength. When that bearded beard behaves normally, he is indeed worthy of the reputation of the league's first shooting guard.
When the players on both sides warmed up on the court, the Houston local commentator was also quite indignant. "Dwight Howard is really a gentleman. If someone provoked me like Link, I would definitely speak out."
Jeff Van Gundy looked at his partner and shook his head slightly, "Link is telling the truth. Houston has played the incomplete team in the past few games. The Spurs did not even have Duncan and Ginobi in the previous game. Lee, the strength of the Rockets has not actually been tested. Therefore, it is really too early for Dwight to talk about dynasty changes."
Although Van Gundy has coached in Houston, he is quite neutral as a commentator.
"You mean, the Rockets' 6-game winning streak is really not worth mentioning?" There was a smell of gunpowder between the two commentators.
"Of course not. The Rockets have a great start to their 6-game winning streak. But as Link said, 6-game winning streak and championship, but there is still a long distance. The Memphis Grizzlies do have a lot of problems now, especially in the interior. Aspect. But even so, they are still one of the strongest teams in the league."
During the talk, the referee signaled the starting players of both sides to be ready, and the game was about to begin.
Seeing this, the Houston local commentator joked, "The era when the Grizzlies ruled the league is gone, Jeff. No team can withstand injuries, not even the Memphis Grizzlies. They really still have one. Strong team, but it's not the best in the league. The Los Angeles Lakers still can't get up to it because of Kobe's injuries. If it weren't for Yao and McGrady's injuries, we wouldn't stand still every year. I think you have a deeper understanding of this than I do, Jeff."
Van Gundy was stepped on the pain point and did not refute, but silently waited for the game to start.
Indeed, injuries are sometimes enough to change the fate of a team. It is even possible to make a top team in the league instantly become a lottery team.
But the situation is different for the Grizzlies. As long as Link can play, the Grizzlies are one of the best teams in the league!
Van Gundy had seen too many miracles by Link with his own eyes, so he firmly believed in this.
At this point, the starting players on both sides are ready. The Grizzlies still sent a Harris + Gasol inside combination due to injuries.
It is said that the Grizzlies are now looking for an inside substitute in the free agency market and the development league, but that will be something that can only be resolved in three or four days.
On the Rockets' side, it was a complete start.
After Jeremy Lin left, "Black Shell" Patrick Beverley settled down as the starting point guard.
As for the shooting guard, James Harden, who has still performed well this season, will serve.
The small forward is Ariza who has returned to Space City this summer. His arrival has made the Rockets' flanks solid.
Inside, McHale sent Lithuanian Motai Yunas and Howard to partner. The performance of Motel Yunus this season is still quite outstanding, a week ago in the game against Philadelphia, he just hit a career high 21 points.
His range can extend beyond the three-point line, which can play a role in opening up space. Although defensively was a bit difficult, Howard made up for his defensive deficiencies.
Motel Yunus and Howard were considered by McHale as the key to the Rockets' victory today.
The interior reserves that the Grizzlies were proud of have now turned into weaknesses. In this case, it would be better if the Grizzlies' interior can be troubled by fouls.
McHale has already made such a small calculation. After all, in addition to the two elders of the Rockets, there is also James Harden, a master of rule use.
So for McHale, the game was already won before it started!
No matter how great Link is, he can't be a cameo center like the "Magic" in 1980, right?
Both teams are ready to start, and the referee throws the basketball into the air.
Although Dwight Howard no longer has the physical fitness of the Magic era, it is undeniable that he is still one of the most powerful fifth positions in the league.
With much better bullet speed and bounce than Gasol, Howard fought for the first strike for the Rockets.
The Rockets first attacked, Howard sank inside, leaning on Gasol for the ball.
After Beverly handed the ball to Harden, Howard suddenly gave up his plan to take a position and rushed out to set up a screen for Harden outside the three-point line!
"Did you see it!? The Houston Rockets are completely different now!" Next to Jeff Van Gundy, the Houston local commentator roared with excitement.
Howard took the initiative to do a pick-and-roll for Harden, which was an exciting signal. As long as these two guys are willing to cooperate, the Rockets will be invincible!
Howard really put down his figure today. In order to win the game, he would rather take fewer chances for singles inside.
Harden borrowed Howard's cover to break through. Jimmy Butler wanted to squeeze Howard, but Howard was not a good stubborn and blocked Butler abruptly.
Seeing this, Gasol immediately switched defense to Harden. While the Spaniard was still guessing whether Harden would stop the jump shot or accelerate the attack, the bearded man made a move that caught him off guard.
Instead of evading the defense, Harden took the initiative to lean on Gasol!
"Eh!?"
Before Gasol knew what was going on, he ran into Harden. At the moment the two sides collided, Harden threw the ball to the basket indiscriminately.
Then, the referee's whistle sounded and the game was interrupted at the beginning.
"Grizzlies No. 33 defensive foul, the Rockets made two free throws!" The referee decisively rushed to the technical table and said his decision, Gasol spread his hands and rushed to the referee.
"He came to me on the initiative!"
"According to the rules, you violated his cylinder. Moreover, he has shots."
"???" Gasol was speechless, so how would he defend and let Harden break through?
Let Harden's free throws be forgotten, mainly because of a foul in the first round of the opening, which makes Gasol very passive.
"Mark, stop fighting, be careful next time." It wasn't until Link patted Gasol on the shoulder that Gasol let the referee go.
Link knew that there was no point in arguing with the referee. Harden's "touching porcelain" skill is already perfect.
Last season, Harden made 792 free throws in the regular season! what is this concept? Paul, who is only 1.83 meters tall and is often violated on the inside, made only 268 free throw attempts last season, which is more than 500 times less than Harden!
Westbrook's "Tie Hanhan" who rushes into the crowd with the ball is easier than anyone to win the referee's sympathy, but he only made 575 free throws last season.
Players like James and Link, who are always treated as key defensive targets, are equally easy to be violated, but their free throw attempts last season were only 424 and 403 respectively.
Even during his worst years with the Lakers, O'Neal made more than 792 free throw attempts in only two seasons.
As a defender, Harden's 792 times are a standout one! In the above example, there is not even a free throw number close to Harden.
And last season he only missed 8 free throws to break the 800 mark!
Um~EbookFREE.me~ It is estimated that Harden’s free throw attempts this year have exceeded 800 times.
This shows that Harden's free throw attempts are quite "abnormal". In a normal game, it is impossible to get so many free throws for a second position with shooting as the main offensive method. Most of his free throws were found on his own.
Fouling is already one of Harden's killers. Therefore, arguing with the referee will not result at all.
In competitive sports, winning is the kingly way, and Link also understands Harden's use of rules.
Just touching porcelain in the first round of the opening... This really made Link feel a little sick.
Standing on the free throw line, Harden made two free throws steadily, ushering in a good start for the Rockets.
McHale smiled triumphantly, and today's plan was executed perfectly as soon as the start. He believes that the time for the Grizzlies to rule the Alliance is over.
In Houston, the defending champions will stop their pace of establishing a dynasty.