Chapter 572: Vanishing dribble

"Go home! Go home!"
After spending more than a week on the expedition, the Cavaliers players have already returned home.
After taking a shower, Wagner walked out wrapped in a large bath towel, rummaging through his large backpack for his new underwear.
After a while, Wagner scratched his head, wondering: "I think there should be another one."
After rummaging for a while, Wagner picked up the underwear he had just taken off and turned his face over.
"Um... let's make do with it, you'll be home in the evening."
......
Although the Cavaliers have been broken their undefeated golden body, the string that has been tight on the team can be relaxed.
The only defeat came from the absence of Shentong.
And they took revenge on the next day.
So although we lost one game, there is nothing to regret for this group of young people.
Defending the title is their real goal.
......
As a result of returning home, the Cavaliers chose the flight to Cleveland that night, so that Shentong did not have an appointment to go to Arenas nightclub.
Before going home, Shen Tong told Dubrov on the phone.
As the plane landed, Shentong couldn't wait to drive his Porsche all the way.
The lights were still on in the lobby in the early hours of the morning, and Shen Tong could see it at the gate of the villa.
After parking the car, Shentong opened the door.
The warm light, the hot supper prepared on the table, and the coquettish Keren.
This is the taste of home.
......
After returning to Asia to promote the NBA as a card of the league, although it took a three-day break, the consecutive away games made the Cavaliers suspect that they actually suffered a loss.
Fortunately, they will also play at home for more than a week, avoiding the fatigue of the journey.
After regular training, James and Shen Tong worked together in the gym.
James asked Shen Tong about the left hand.
"Shen, I think you used a lot of left-handed shots today. It's amazing. Is there any secret? How do you practice it?"
Of course, Shentong can't use the set of fooling Arenas to fool his teammates.
"Um... how do you put it."
In fact, since Shentong has merged with Hardaway and Roy, the feeling of holding the ball and shooting with his left hand is very strong. Sometimes, Shentong will even deliberately use his left hand to make breakthroughs and shots, and the hit rate is not lost to the right hand.
This may be the effect of fusion, after all, Hardaway and Roy are both very good left-handed players.
"Use the left hand more for training, and deliberately increase the strength of the left hand, hold on for a period of time, the left hand feels better and better."
Shentong's words are not a flicker, but they are not a secret.
After James finished the weighted squat, he hung the barbell on the equipment, nodded, and said: "If both left and right hands can dribble and shoot, then the opponent will be more difficult to defend. It seems that I have to practice left hand."
After finishing the strength training, Shen Tong returned to the basketball court alone.
"Huh."
"Huh."
Continuous hollow hits.
Shen Tong looked at his left hand and couldn't believe why the feel of his left hand suddenly became so good.
That night, Shen Tong dribbled the ball with both hands and focused on his left hand.
then...
Shen Tong worked hard day and night in his left hand for the past two days.
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There are still 3 days to go before Christmas.
The Cavaliers ushered in their last opponent before Christmas at home, the Orlando Magic.
The Magic didn't play well this season.
Sophomore Dwight Howard played dominance, but Francis and Hill's performance has declined compared to last season.
Francis's poor performance is related to coach Brian Hill's tactical system.
Bryan hopes that the team can start from the inside with Howard as the core, but Francis is not convinced by this tactical arrangement.
Francis, who desperately wants to prove himself, challenged Bryan's authority and bottom line on the court again and again.
On the court, Francis repeatedly asked Howard to run out to make pick-and-rolls for himself, rarely following Brian's tactics, which made Brian very annoyed.
Friend Mobley was traded to the Clippers, which was also one of the fuse for the escalation of the conflict between Francis and the team's management.
In this case, the team wants to play a good record is tantamount to idiotic dreams.
As for Hill, the injuries that plagued him seem to be recurring.
Hill has been suffering from sore knees recently, which makes him afraid to use all his strength in the game.
Injuries inhibited his performance.
In the turbulent situation within the team, Howard did not have much scheming still playing at his own pace.
Compared with last season, Howard's performance has improved.
Averaging 15.8 points, 12.5 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game, both points and rebounds have improved a lot from last season. For a rookie season who can score 12 points and 10 rebounds in a double-double inside, it is really precious.
On the books, the Magic's record should definitely not be just the level of the Eastern vice squad leader.
Turk Hedo Turkglu has gradually adapted to this in his second year in the Magic. He has become the team’s fourth scorer and can actively connect the team on the court. Sometimes it looks better. Francis is more like a point guard.
Jameel Nelson has also grown a lot compared to last season, with points and assists improved from 8.7 points and 3.0 assists to 14.6 points and 4.9 assists.
It is rare to have such growth under Francis's halo.
This is also the confidence that the Magic management dare to break with Francis.
We have someone.
Without you in the position of point guard, there are others who can do it.
There have been rumors recently that Francis is about to be sent away, and there are several options for the next home.
Francis also knows his current situation. Only by performing well on the court can he continue to mix in the league.
Either stay here, or because of your performance, you can go to a team that has the strength to compete for the championship.
In recent games, there seems to be a tacit understanding between Bryan and Francis.
One gives Francis enough time to let the receiver take a good look at the goods.
One is also working the court, so that he has enough right to speak.
......
The away game against the Cleveland Cavaliers is a good opportunity for Francis.
Defeating such a team can undoubtedly fully prove their strength and gold content.
Therefore, Francis is very concerned about this game, and even deliberately talked to Howard and Hill before the game to boost the morale of the team and want to win the game.
The Magic's starting lineup for this game is:
Center: Howard, power forward: Batty, small forward: Hill, shooting guard: Stevenson, point guard: Francis.
The Cavaliers' starting lineup is:
Center: Ilgauskas, power forward: Gooden, small forward: James, shooting guard: Shentong, point guard: Wagner.
Before the game, Stevenson also deliberately broke the news to the media, saying that Shentong and James of the Cavaliers are both overrated players.
"Although they won the championship last season, I am not convinced by them. Yes, they still do not get my respect. At least I think their current treatment and strength do not match. They are not Michael Jordan and Scott. -Players like Pippen, but the popularity and attention gained are a bit too much."
This is not the first time Stevenson provoke Shentong and James before the game.
When a reporter responded to Stevenson's words to Shentong and James, their reactions were surprisingly consistent.
"Who is Deshaun?"
......
Since the Cavaliers have gone overseas, the home fans have not seen the home team games for more than half a month, so this quick loan center is full!
The stadium was also crowded with fans coming to watch the big screen.
Such a grand occasion is comparable to last season's playoffs.
Before the game started, the starting players from both sides played.
Shentong and Grant Hill hug and salute.
Although the goal is to defeat Shentong and the Cavaliers, Francis also took the initiative to shake hands and hug Shentong.
Only Stevenson, none of the Cavaliers greeted him, of course, he has been glaring at Shentong and James.
......
Hill looked a little haggard. Although Shen Tong could see Hill's passion and dedication to basketball in his eyes, it was obvious that the injury was attacking him again.
Before the start of the game, the template card that Shentong obtained on the Wall of Sighs in the Basket God Space was Grant Hill.
{
Template card
Character: Grant Hill
Time: 1996-97 season
Team: Detroit Pistons
Statistics: The first NBA team, the Atlanta Olympic men's basketball champion, averaging 21.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, 7.3 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks per game. He is the only one in the league after Oscar Robertson and Larry Bird. Players with an average of 20+9+7 per game, 13 triple-doubles are the most in the league. Individuals account for 35% of the league’s total triple-doubles. They are second only to Michael Jordan and Carl in the MVP selection. Malong. In the game against the Lakers, he scored 34 points, 15 rebounds and 14 assists in a large triple-double.
}
Hill was only a third-year student in the 96-97 season, but he has become a member of the team.
Hill, who has no injuries, can be described as flying away, and has the reputation of the league's "fastest first step".
And Hill's left-handed kung fu is very powerful, and he can be described as a real player who can open the bow from left to right.
After Shentong merged Hill's template card with himself, a holy light fell from the sky.
At that moment, Shentong felt like a on the court.
Even if the mid-range shot is not stable and the three-pointer has not yet been fully developed, Hill's talent can no longer be covered up.
With such a Hill and Shentong who can shoot in every position, there is only one word that can describe: invincible!
......
The referee took the ball and walked to the center circle. Big Z and Howard bent their knees slightly to prepare to jump the ball.
Stevenson approached Shentong, exhaling clearly and audibly.
"I will prevent you from finding your way home."
Shen Tong took a clue and replied: "It seems that the lessons I taught you last time were not enough."
"Orlando asked me to defend you. In the team's training game, I was the best perimeter defensive player who could successfully limit Grant to death."
"Can you prevent Grant from death?"
"Huh, that's right. So don't underestimate me, Shin, I just didn't try my best. You will lose the second game today!"
"..."
If Grant Hill can be completely restricted, then this Stevenson still has two brushes.
Shen Tong remembered the grudge between Stevenson and James last time.
Players who can have grievances with James should have considerable strength in themselves.
Shen Tong took a deep breath, not daring to be careless.
......
The result of the jump ball was no surprise. Howard, a young and better bouncer, won it.
Francis did his best on the first attack.
Using Howard's pick-and-roll, Francis used his speed to force Wagner to force a layup when Wagner was not completely out of position.
Back on the defensive end, Francis yelled the others to focus.
It seems Orlando is very eager for victory in this game.
Wagner agreed to return the color with speed, but was dropped by Howard's bat on the layup.
Stevenson made a dunk after receiving Hill's pass in the fast break.
In terms of physical fitness alone, Stevenson is also at the level of a general.
Therefore, he is not the same as Bowen and Christie's outside gates. In addition to defensive awareness, his physical condition is also very good.
"Hey, Shin, what am I talking about, your luck is over!"
Shen Tong didn't know how he had offended this guy. At the beginning of the game, he kept provoking and clamoring at him, lest he wouldn't use his full strength.
As a result, Hill's words exposed Stevenson's inner heart.
"This guy is facing a contract renewal. At this time, no one can impress the boss most than the first guard in the defensive league. De Shawn is just to sign a good contract.
Hill got the truth.
Shen Tong said with a suddenly realized look: "So that's it."
Stevenson pointed to Hill angrily and said, "Grant, which side are you on?"
Hill shrugged and said: "I just can't bear to hear some people say that they can prevent teammates from such bad things."
"Cut." Stevenson snorted. "What I said is true."
"Then me too."
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On the offensive end, Shen Tong dribbled the ball down, waiting for an opportunity.
Stevenson devoted himself to defense, and the guy in front of him was a prey to him. Just as Hill said, he can prevent Shentong, even if it can effectively affect the opponent's performance, he can also be in this summer. Sign a satisfactory contract.
For some guys, Shentong is tantamount to a benchmark for measuring value.
Thinking of the possibility of signing a big contract in the summer, Stevenson was very happy.
Staring closely at Shentong, Stevenson blinked.
then...
Shentong disappeared!
People?
Where did Shentong go?
In the blink of an eye, Shentong disappeared in front of him!
Stevenson turned around in surprise to look at ~EbookFREE.me~ Shentong has actually scored into the basket.
In the air, Howard opened his hands and completely covered Shentong within his defensive range.
"You're done!"
Stevenson shouted.
Shen Tong held the ball in the air, fixed his eyes on the basket, motionless.
At this moment, Shentong seemed to be frozen in the air.
Howard was full of confidence with a surprised look on his face, and then slowly fell from the air.
When Howard fell, Shen Tong released his hands, stretched out the ball, and threw it to the basket.
The ball went around the basket and dropped slowly.
This stagnation... is too strong!
Even Howard, who is proud of his physical fitness, has to admit that Shentong is standing in the air against the sky.
But what surprised Stevenson even more is how the sudden disappearance of Shentong just now happened?
This should not be true.
I just lost my mind just now...
To welcome Shentong's offense again, Stevenson played twelve points and stared at Shentong's dribble.
Shen Tong held the ball in his left hand, flicked it, and jumped up suddenly, and he ran to the right.
Stevenson caught Shen Tong's moving direction and immediately moved horizontally to the left, but to his surprise, Shen Tong did not have the ball in his hand!
The ball disappeared again? !
In Stevenson's surprise, Shen Tong turned around and disappeared again.
Stevenson panicked completely.
He has never seen such a dribble and breakthrough.
Turning around immediately, Shentong has rushed into the restricted area!