91. Little Smart Ghost
Shooting practice is an important part. Lin Feng has only two offensive methods, either breaking through the basket or making three-pointers from the outside.
The tactical board Walton gave him did not include mid-range shots, and he wanted to try to do so less, because two-pointers with a height of 190 centimeters are easily interfered with.
In fact, the Lakers still want to build a star-studded team around James. This is the most suitable way of playing for the first player in the league.
The Bucks are also trying this kind of lineup. They have a group of shooters surrounding Antetokounmpo.
The Lakers' situation is much more serious because they don't have a shooter.
The team hopes that Lin Feng can develop a three-point shooting percentage of at least 35 or above, so that he will not be left open at the three-point line.
"As expected, you will face Chris Paul in the next game. His strength is at the forefront of the league's point guards. It is a huge challenge."
Bichler said to Lin Feng and Caruso.
Caruso did not appear in the last round, and Lin Feng squeezed his limited playing time. The Lakers have too many rookies and limited opportunities. Walton can only make choices with high probability.
Branch taught Lin Feng some defensive strategies, such as guarding against Harden. Although there is a high probability that they will not compete directly, this possibility still exists.
"Harden's step back is very powerful. You have to be careful about three-point fouls. Hart was once in a quagmire. He was charged with three three-point fouls in one game."
Branch pointed at Josh Hart, who was shooting, and the latter showed an embarrassed expression.
"So do I need to defend with my backhand? Or just stay on Harden's left side and let him break through with his right hand?"
Lin Feng recalled that in the last playoffs, every team thought of various ways to block Harden.
The most famous one is the Jazz's suicide defense, which only allows you to go straight and not turn left.
Rubio even stood behind Harden to defend, which became a hot topic in the league.
"Actually, the Bucks' strategy is very good. They use Bledsoe as the main defender and put pressure on Harden from the left side starting from the center line. In terms of close pressing, Rubio is completely incomparable."
"Unfortunately, we don't have players like Bledsoe who can press Harden closely, and of course we don't have the defensive strength of Giannis."
Branch crossed his arms and said this. In his opinion, the Lakers are too clever to make a meal out of nothing. To be honest, there are not many people in the entire league who can take advantage of Harden.
Lin Feng has confidence in his heart, but the huge gap between the two sides is real and cannot be filled by relying on self-confidence.
Unless Harden was drunk that night, or Lin Feng took drugs, otherwise, the only way to guard against him would be to rely on the magic stroke of "three-second prediction", which might allow him to reach the defensive position in advance when he steps back.
It’s useless to say more, but Pope will be the main defender against Harden. The person Lin Feng needs to match up is probably Eric Gordon, that muscular man with a slightly round face.
Or Gerald Green. As long as these two Houston greats can be involved, the Lakers can still compete with the Rockets.
By the way, his fellow countryman Anthony will also appear, and there may be a chance for the two to face off, making New Yorkers proud.
Kuzma is an optimist, and he rarely looks as sad as Hart. Most of the time Hart is on the court, his expression is a frown.
Kuzma, on the other hand, always has a calm expression, and he will cheer when the Lakers play wonderful coordination.
Lin Feng's dribbling training all afternoon has paid off, and he can already follow Coach Buechler's instructions to touch the pieces of paper on the wall.
This is just the first step. Lin Feng still has a long way to go to become his idol Kyrie Irving. It is said that the guy can already step on a basketball and dribble two tennis balls, which is simply abnormal.
After an afternoon of rookie training, everyone felt pretty good. At least they wouldn't regret being lazy in tomorrow's game.
It ended on time at five o'clock. The five Lakers young men were sweating profusely. They met to take a shower in the locker room of the training hall. It was another process of comparing themselves to each other.
Lin Feng stood under the spray and looked down upon the crowd. Hart, Kuzma and others could only kneel down and lick him.
Just after I left, Perkins called me. I didn't know what the guy was busy with all day.
"How about we have dinner together tonight? I'll treat you." Perkins actually wanted to treat him. How could this stingy guy treat him?
Lin Feng promised with all his heart, lest he regret it.
"Um, can I call Evelyn?" Perkins asked hesitantly.
Lin Feng laughed. It turned out that this guy had ulterior motives. He said sarcastically, "You have to take the initiative on your own when dating a girl. You are already thirty years old and you have to be as brave as an adult."
As you can imagine, Perkins' face on the other end of the phone must be red. He rarely strikes up a conversation with a girl, let alone goes on a date.
Lin Feng continued: "My sister doesn't like indecisive people. Try calling her. If she is willing, I will go back to the farm and hook her up."
After hanging up the phone, Lin Feng waited for the phone to ring again. He was not sure whether Perkins would do as he said.
Within a few minutes, Lao Pa, who was clearly in an excited mood, called back, "Gari Gary, hurry back to the farm and take Evelin with you. I'll wait for you at the Maplewood Restaurant!"
Lin Feng thought that Lao Jie should cool him down for a while, so that Lao Pa wouldn't think it was too easy to get started.
Driving back to the farm, Evelin had dressed up and was waiting at the door.
"Sister, it seems you have a good impression of that guy Perkins." Lin Feng said with a smile.
As a result, after getting in the car, Lin Feng realized that he was being played by that guy Lao Pa.
Perkins called Evelin and said that Lin Feng was treating her tonight to cheer her up for tomorrow's game.
Lin Feng said helplessly: "Haha, Perkins is an old greasy guy. I think he likes you but he doesn't dare to say anything. What do you think of him?"
Evelin smiled and said, "He is very honest but lacks courage."
Lin Feng shook his head, "You don't know what that guy did in Pelinka's office for my contract. But then again, he is as clean as a piece of white paper in front of girls."
When we arrived at Maplewood Restaurant, which is a Canadian-style restaurant, Lin Feng didn't know the difference between the food of the two countries on the North American continent. They were all similar to Western food.
Seeing the polite Perkins, Lin Feng punched him hard and said, "You are such a clever little kid."
Perkins apologized, "I just don't know how to speak to Ms. Evelyn."
Perkins seemed to be a completely different person in front of his elder sister. His movements revealed his demeanor. At first glance, he looked like a high-class gentleman.
In addition to the three people, there is also Chloe. She does not wear smoky makeup, has simple long hair shawl, and looks like a well-behaved girl next door.
Lin Feng wanted to ask her why she restrained herself, but he was also afraid that Chloe would start to attack others, so he thought about it and let it go. Why bother with him?
Maplewood Restaurant is very famous in the city, and reservations are usually required several days in advance. It seems that tonight's gathering was planned by Perkins.
Lin Feng couldn't believe that Chloe was so well-behaved. The gothic rebellious girl became the girl next door.
"What's the problem? Why are you staring at me?" Chloe said directly.
Lin Feng was a little embarrassed, he just looked at Chloe in a daze.
"Um, I was just thinking."
Before Lin Feng could finish speaking, Chloe snatched the microphone away, "I'm wondering why that crazy rebellious girl is so good today? Because my brother promised to buy me a sports car."
Lin Feng turned to look at Perkins again, and it could be seen from his expression that it was true.
Chapter completed!