Legendary basketball manager

The reason why Mark Jackson formed such a lineup was actually influenced by Shen Fei.

In that chat in the restaurant, the Asian youth once told him a defensive strategy-unlimited defense!

Now the Rockets' starting lineup is essentially a guard plus four strikers.

Four strikers, all with excellent physical fitness, can defend multiple positions.

The lone guard, "Steel Cannon" Kyle Lowry, also has decent strength and defensive awareness.

He can also deal with opponents at the 1-3 position on the defensive end.

The good mobility and athleticism of these players is the basis for unlimited defense changes.

"I also have confidence in Tucker, he can do it."

After three months, Mark Jackson already has a deep understanding of pj-Tucker's ability.

"However, this small lineup cannot be used as a long-term routine."

"Otherwise, the consumption of Tucker will be too great."

Shen Fei reminded.

In my memory, the representative team of the small ball era, the Golden State Warriors, will also have a big center in the starting lineup.

Whether it's Bogut, McGee or Pachulia, even if they don't have much shooting ability and can't open up space for the team, their presence still has a huge effect in most of the game.

In other words, the five-small lineup can act as a "blaster" for a short period of time, but it cannot be used for a long time, otherwise it will consume too much players.

In Shen Fei's vision, the final form of the team still has to wait for Yao Ming's return to take shape.

At that time, Dayao will serve as the starting center, and the height and strength of the Rockets' lineup will rise to another level!

"I understand."

"However, our first opponent is the Los Angeles Lakers. Their 'three highs' inside are definitely a huge test for our defense."

"To be honest, I'm not sure now whether Tucker and Griffin can withstand their offense."

Mark Jackson said with concern.

"E..on the defensive end, I'm not sure they can defend against Gasol and Bynum." Shen Fei touched his chin and analyzed: "But on the offensive end, Blake will definitely disrupt their defense. It's going to be turned upside down!"

As he said that, he remembered the famous scenes of Blake Griffin against Gasol in his previous life.

Front buckle, make up buckle by other people, strong inside line...

Simply put, Griffin was brutal when he met Gasol.

In those years, the Clippers played against the Lakers, and the inside line has always been in an advantageous position.

Although many fans later said that Griffin had a pressing action with his arm during the dunk.

But the winners and losers have always been winners and losers on the court. Griffin's violent dunk was too fast, and the referee basically couldn't react.

At the same time, Shen Fei did not think that Griffin completed the dunk by fouling.

Otherwise, why didn't other post players follow suit?

And in the years when Griffin was the most able to buckle, there were no players or coaches who raised objections to his actions. Most of them were opinions expressed by fans after watching the passion.

[I'll observe it myself for a while, and if there are really obvious pressing movements, I'll talk to Griffin in detail. ]

Shen Fei thought to himself.

"Prepare well and strive for a good start!"

As Shen Fei said, he stretched out his right hand and gave Mark Jackson a high five.

............

After leaving the arena, Shen Fei immediately asked his assistant to contact the Rockets' publicity department to let them warm up for the upcoming opening game.

"Announce to the fans that McGrady will be in the starting lineup."

Shen Fei made a special exhortation.

That night, the Rockets’ official Twitter released a poster of McGrady with the text:

"Start again, TC returns to the starting lineup! See you at the Staples Arena!"

Soon, Rockets fans flocked to express their views.

"McGrady is back in the starting lineup? I read that right. He played very well in the Pistons last season. Can he replace Kevin Martin now?"

"Playing the defending champion in the first game, I feel that we are in danger!"

"Furthermore, the Rockets made it clear two days ago that Yao Ming would not return at the beginning of the season. Without Yao Ming, how would we deal with the height of the Lakers inside?"

"The only good news is that Griffin has fully recovered. It depends on whether he can make some moves in the paint."

......

ESPN radio also previewed the game between the Rockets and the Lakers in the evening live broadcast.

The famous commentator A-Smith expressed excitedly:

"The game the day after tomorrow will be a massacre!"

"Kobe, who is still at his peak, faces McGrady, who has fallen from the altar. The Black Mamba will not be soft-hearted, he will crush, crush, and destroy McGrady!"

"Looking at the inside, the Lakers have a classic 'three-high' combination. Whether it is Paul Gaso, Andrew Bynum or Odom, they all have the ability to attack the city. They will rule Houston's restricted area!"

"From the first two games of the preseason, we saw that the rookie of the Rockets - Griffin is amazingly talented. But, boy, what you are going to face is the strongest inside combination in the current NBA!"

"Welcome to NBA!"

............

It seems that all the remarks are completely on the side of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Just like in the playoffs that year, the Rockets, as the "down dog", have never been expected to cause trouble for the Lakers in the series.

However, the tenacious Houston Legion fought to the last bullet that year and just put the game into the tiebreaker.

Therefore, although most of the Rockets fans said that there was no suspense in the game, they still had a glimmer of hope in their hearts.

"No matter what, I believe in the Rockets. If miracles have a color, it must be Rocket Red!"

"Even if Yao Ming doesn't play, the Rockets still have many capable players. Battier, Scola, Hayes...they will all start the game with a high probability the day after tomorrow. Whether they can create miracles or not depends on them! "

............

In the early morning of the next day, Shen Fei came to the Toyota Center Arena again.

This afternoon, the Rockets will take the team bus to Los Angeles to prepare for the opening game.

Shen Fei has his own private jet, so he will not set off with the team.

But he had to watch this opening game.

Shen Fei came to the arena today with only one purpose, that is to meet McGrady.

When he arrived, the players had finished simple shooting drills and were packing in the locker room.

Shen Fei went straight to the locker room.

After greeting everyone, he called McGrady aside.

"Tomorrow you will have a competition with your old opponent Ke, how is it going, will you be nervous?"

Shen Fei asked with a smile.

Maddie shook his head.

"Kobe has always taken care of his body much better than me."

"He's 32 years old and still playing at the highest level, it's not easy."

"However, I'm in better physical shape now than when I first came to Houston a few years ago."

"If Kobe knew about it, he would be the one to be nervous."

Maddie said jokingly.

Shen Fei couldn't help laughing when he heard the words.

It can be seen that after his physical recovery, McGrady's mentality has changed a lot.

This relaxed and indifferent state is based on strong strength.

Seven years ago, Tracy McGrady was the league's scoring leader, and he would not lose against anyone.

But now, he not only has the peak physical condition, but also has the increasingly sophisticated technology over the years...

Shen Fei believes that people will see a more powerful McGrady that has never been seen before!

"Now the outside world doesn't know, our goal is to compete for the championship."

"I have always wanted to find an opportunity to announce our ambitious goals to the outside world."

"Tomorrow! When you get a good start, we will officially announce to the outside world that the era of the Rockets has arrived!"

Shen Fei looked into Mai Di's eyes, and said every word sonorously and forcefully.

The next moment, the Asian youth could clearly see a flame burning in McGrady's eyes under his sleepy eyes!