Vol 2 Chapter 518: Thunder's new tactics (two / four!)

But as Stevens said, Westbrook and Harden now have a lot of room for improvement when they become Paul and Harden at the time.
This is the same as his plan to train Ibaka, with goals, but it takes time.
In other words, they can put out the lineup they want to test at certain times of the game, but that will not be the regular lineup of the team for the time being.
"Westbrook will still be the starter," Tang Tian said.
Westbrook's personality is stronger, and he has been a starter in the past. It is definitely not appropriate to withdraw. The better way to transition is to let Harden continue to be the sixth man. When he will not be a defensive loophole, then mention the starter.
Stevens considers it from a tactical level. In addition, Tang Tian must also consider the atmosphere of the team.
"If Westbrook is the starter, Kidd will have to start with Durant and Ibaka on the front, center Brown." Stevens continued.
"Tactically speaking, the Cavaliers coached by Tang are very useful. They use Westbrook's breakthrough and Durant's off-the-ball pick-and-roll defense, looking for point guard opportunities, so that everyone can participate in the offense instead of relying on The star goes to singles. "
Stevens said, turning his eyes to Wharton.
"On the defensive end, I think Luke is right. In addition to improving the player's ability to defend alone, considering the talent of our team members, assisting the defense team is very necessary."
Tang Tian glanced up at the other assistants at this time.
After listening so much, they also knew that Stevens had something in his stomach and nodded one after another.
"Brad said basically the same as I expected, but one thing is that we can make lineup adjustments based on the opponent. When we meet a team with an average inside strength, we can consider using a combination of Diaw and Ibaka. Dior's ability to respond can be used. "Tang Tian added.
This time, including Stevens, nodded one after another. Dior's organizational strategy was proven at the Spurs last season. When he started, he improved the team's offense and defense.
Of course, as Tang Tian said, depending on the opponent, if you let Dior go against Yao Ming or Howard, then you really feel wronged.
After discussing the tactics, the positioning and training of the players was followed.
Westbrook: His ability is outstanding, but he must learn to play more reasonably. Now it is established as the core of the team's tactics. He needs to organize and let his teammates participate in the offense.
In fact, Westbrook in the previous life also played a reasonable performance in the 15-16 season and was called a "reasonable turtle" by fans, which shows that he has potential in this regard. The previous life was only due to Durant's accident. Running away finally let go of myself.
Harden: Harden is still growing, but he must learn how to defend, which is the key to his appearance in the starting lineup.
Harden in the previous life became an "eye-defense" player because he suffered an elbow from Artest. Now this event will most likely not happen, but Harden still loses a qualified defender. This is where he must improve. .
Durant: Durant is a historical scorer, but he also needs to improve his passing and defense, which is the key to his ability to reach the same level of stars as James.
Ibaka: Ibaka needs to build muscle and increase confrontation in the offseason and the future. This is the key to his future change to the fifth position. After all, even a small lineup center, top man and protection of the penalty area are necessary. Ability, of course, the shots must be connected, as can not miss three-pointers.
Ibaka in the previous life suffered serious injuries in the playoffs, causing a sharp decline in athletic ability and completely lowering his upper limit. Tang Tian's positioning of his training now must be an enhanced version of Green.
Dior: Dior needs to increase weight and play center in the summer, which is the key to his starting with Ibaka in the new season.
pj Tucker: Tucker also needs to gain weight and muscle, and also needs to train three-pointers. Tang Tian expects him to be able to swing at the 3/4 position.
Tucker's previous life has reached the No. 5 position when he was in the Rockets. His adaptability is strong, and the style of the ball is strong. He is a rare high-quality role player.
Other rookies are also trained in their own direction. Whether they can squeeze into the rotation lineup depends on their respective performance.
With tactics and training direction, the team's starting and rotation are basically determined.
Regular starting lineup: Westbrook, Kidd, Durant, Ibaka, Kwame Brown.
Rotation lineup: Harden, Dior, pj Tucker, Sefolosha.
Bench players: Middleton, Reggie Jackson, Collison.
Inactive list: Bezmore, Oquin, Cole Aldridge.
Tactics, rotation, all these are determined, and then training and training.
Before the team members organized the training spontaneously ~ EbookFREE.me ~ Time was still in early September, Tang Tian issued a training call to the team members in the name of the coaching staff.
This convening order is not mandatory, but most of the players, including the four youngsters, basically returned to the team as soon as possible.
Last season's 2-0 lead in the finals was pulled 4 games in a row, and the players were all holding their breath.
With the players in place, the Thunder's coaching staff began to train and train players as planned.
What's more interesting is Dior. In the offseason, he is more indulgent and directly gains a lap. At this time, weight gain is avoided, and muscle training is sufficient.
Just after the start of the training camp, the Thunder signed three players with non-guaranteed contracts, forward De Andre Liggins, center Daniel Alton and Walker Russell.
In the first training session, Tang Tian discovered a more positive scene.
After Westbrook made a passing error, Kidra guided him.
Westbrook nodded while listening, his expression serious.
This is Kidd's town, and Westbrook is hard to hear.
Durant and Ibaka are also in a good mood, laughing and chatting from time to time during the rest.
It can be felt that this team has completely come out of last season's defeat.
But the only one who was not very emotional was Harden.
Maybe it's because I know that I didn't make it to the starting line. The fighting spirit on the court is not high, and I look around at the rest of the game, playing with the beard that is not long from time to time.
When the training was over, the players went back to the locker room and took a shower.
Tang Tian called Harden alone at this time.
Although the two hadn't had contact before, Tang Tian knew from the memories of previous lives that Harden was a very strong player.