Vol 2 Chapter 23: Frustrated

　　 There are always some interesting episodes in life, which bring people joy. People also need these bits and pieces, otherwise, it would be too boring.
　　 This week was very busy for An Luo and others, they only finished the first day of three consecutive days of competition. Alford specifically told his players after the game with him. Although the words were very subtle, they meant to warn them not to go out, stay at home and prepare for the next day's game.
　　 These young lads never make people worry.
　　’S next opponent is the University of Kansas from the Big 12 League.
　　 This is a team with a long history and brilliant record. It is one of the NCAA basketball giants. Trained a large number of NBA players, including Wilt Chamberlain and Paul Pierce. His first basketball coach was the inventor of basketball: James Naismith, and his second coach was Fogg Allen, the founder of the basketball coaching system.
　　 Compared with that, the University of Kansas is not inferior. They have maintained an amazing record of 24 consecutive years of NCAA tournament qualifying and the most regular season championships in the NCAA. They also won three NCAA championship titles in 1952, 1988, and 2008.
　　 The match between these two really strong teams has attracted enough attention. In major forums, the supporters of the two teams have long been arguing.
　　 Actually, Kansas is very strong this season. Although the upset did not reach the top 16 last season, the lineup has basically not changed much. Coupled with the Sheikh Diallo recruited this year, it gives Kansas people great hope. You know, this guy is ranked fifth among all-American high school students. He won the MVP in this year's Jordan Classic. He was also the MVP of the McDonald's All-Star Game. He was also selected as the first team of the best high school students in the United States. And Aaron Holiday can only be ranked in the top 75 among the 2015 high school students.
　　 However, in this game, the Kansas lineup did not include Sheikh Diallo, which disappointed many viewers.
　　 Alford attaches great importance to this game, the previous opponents are not too strong, can not test the true strength of the team. Every year, he arranges for the team to play warm-up matches with top teams such as North Carolina, Duke, and Kentucky, and opponents who are too weak can't find problems.
　　 The starting lineup has not changed. Alford did not send a good running and bombing lineup in these two games, but Anlo believes that he will come out to play. So he was very calm, sitting on the bench talking and laughing with Prince, talking and laughing while watching the game.
　　 The referee’s whistle sounded and the game officially began. The lights of the arena changed and everyone's eyes were focused on the center of the stadium. The on-site commentary also stopped chatting and began to analyze the situation of the game.
　　 Kansas was caught off guard at the beginning.
　　 The opposing center won the ball without much effort. In An Luo's memory, Thomas has never won! Kansas's number one is a little fat guy, but it's fast. After receiving the ball, he quickly advanced to the frontcourt, then under the cover of his teammates, he went to the basket and scored with a drawbar.
　　 It can be seen from this ball that the Kansas players enter the state faster. On the other hand, it is indeed a bit loose and out of state.
　　 Looking back, Holiday also relied on his own speed and direction to break through the defense of the outside line, but Kansas' defense was obviously more active. Holiday, whose offensive rhythm was interrupted, could only distribute the ball to Isaac on the outside. The latter did not hesitate, and shot the ball. Unfortunately, I didn't score!
　　 It would be nice to change to An Luo!
　　 It's not just Holiday's thoughts, many people think so. His three-pointers always give people a very reliable feeling. An Luo also shook his head. If this kind of space was left to him, it would be a steady three-pointer.
　　 didn't get any rebounds, Alex couldn't squeeze the big man from the other side, and Thomas simply couldn't keep up with his reaction.
　　 After the Kansas No. 5 player grabbed the rebound, he immediately handed the ball to the defender on the court, and then rushed to the other side of the court. In fact, the moment he got the ball, everyone else immediately converted into an offensive formation, piercing the fragile line of defense like a sharp sword. And the one that holds the ball is the tip of the sword, which is extremely sharp. Although Holiday has worked very hard to follow the defense, he still did not limit the opponent. After a pick-and-roll, he could only watch the opponent rush to the basket very strongly, score the ball, and cause fouls by his teammates.
　　 Thomas looked at Holiday innocently. He really wanted to make up the defense, but unfortunately the action was too big and he was caught by the bottom line referee.
　　 scored a steady free throw, Kansas led 5:0, a very strong start.
　　 Alford stood on the sidelines, taking advantage of the time of the opposing player's free throw, pulling Holiday in a low voice. He can't sit still, his team has a big problem in these two rounds. Had it not been for the game to last for 2 minutes, he would have to call a timeout to mention these guys. These coaches are still more face-saving. People can stop in 2 minutes, which is indeed a shameless thing.
　　 Next, he finally broke his scoring drought. Holiday may feel that his teammates are not in good shape, so he just came by himself. At the top of the arc, he signaled his teammates to come over to cover, and then relied on his own speed to get rid of the small guard who had come over from the defense. A big European stepped over and made a layup.
　　 Alford seemed a little dissatisfied. He shook his head slightly. As an organizer, he shouldn't play like this. In his opinion, Holiday can pass the ball to Thomas who is open. After all, he is closer to the basket and has a higher success rate.
　　 But luckily he scored. On the court, hitting the ball is the last word.
　　 Just when everyone thought this ball would be a turning point, Kansas immediately hit a 7:0, pulling the point difference into double digits.
　　 Alford was forced to call a timeout. He needs to adjust! Otherwise, this game may be really difficult to play.
　　 An Luo and Prince stood up and handed a towel to Holiday and Alex each. Although they have only played for 5 minutes, they can see that they are really tired, venting their breaths and sweating their faces.
　　 Alford looked at these players with a frosty face, and was very angry. None of these five played satisfactorily. This is different from the situation in the previous games, at least those games have always been arranged in accordance with their own tactics, and the players have high morale.
　　 He severely criticized these players, then took out his tactical board and began to explain the tactics.
　　 An Luo originally thought it was time for him to play, but now he realizes that is not the case.