Chapter 81: Cunning by nature
Memphis University lineup: Donald Mark 195m, Tyrek Evans 198m, Antonio Anderson 198m, Robert Ziel 206m, Sean Taggart 208m.
At the beginning of the game, Memphis University took the lead in finding the rhythm of the game. Tyrek Evans broke through and scored 2 points for a layup, and then Antonio made a three-pointer and Robert Ziel scored two points.
USC was stunned as soon as it started, but I never expected that this game that they would not encounter many difficulties in the outside world. It was beaten 8:0 at the beginning.
Charles Barkley partnered with Kenny Smith again today to comment on this game. Big Butt has always supported the University of Southern California. At this moment, he was so embarrassed that he said: "This is really an embarrassing defense. He doesn't move his footsteps, doesn't talk to his teammates, and doesn't stop breakthroughs. I want to use this game video to blackmail them."
Kenny Smith smiled and said, "You know, at least eight of my friends in every ten people believe that the University of Southern California will win, maybe even they themselves think so. If this is the case, I can tell everyone that the so-called "unpopularity" was born like this."
"It's a bit tight today. Look, these UC players seem to have not woken up. If Wu Huang hadn't just assisted in defense, the Memphis University would have deducted this goal." Master Heli explained to domestic fans today that CCTV's first live NCAA game. Unexpectedly, the University of Southern California called a timeout after just over a minute of the opening, but it doesn't matter. Master Heli, who is skilled in business, quickly turned the blame to the other four outside Wu Huang.
"I think this timeout is called very timely. The suspension of USC this timeout mainly solves two problems: the first is how to score to catch up with the score, and the second is how to stop the opponent from scoring." Master Sun's comments were loud and clear. This time he was his partner of Master Reason. As soon as CCTV Erbao spoke, the fans in front of the TV couldn't help but kneel down.
These two masters have always been two recognized treasures by CCTV, but if everyone looks at their commentary with an entertainment attitude, they will find that such commentary is actually good. Especially Master Heli, this old senior really has something in his belly. And Master Heli really hopes that Chinese basketball will rise and deserve everyone's respect.
Wu Huang also met Master Heli before the game. The latter was so enthusiastic about him that even gave Wu Huang a feeling of facing the four gay brothers.
However, Master Heli looked at him more of an indescribable joy and comfort. Emperor Wu had seen this gaze in Su Qun and Yao Ming. Perhaps only those who have been out can truly experience the taste of patriotism. And that is definitely not a good feeling.
"We acted like a piece of shit. Look at the fans who supported us. Did we even shout who-we-are just now?" Wu Huang was very dissatisfied after the game and asked, "Does we just want to tell them that we are a piece of shit?"
Before Floyd started to squirt, Emperor Wu could no longer bear it. Although he underestimated the enemy, these teammates seemed to be even more excessive.
But then again, Freud's reprimand may not be as good as Emperor Wu's reprimand.
Just like in the Lakers, Kobe's words are sometimes more effective than Zen masters.
USC does not have much tactical problems. There are players' attitude problems with the beginning, and there are also reasons for Memphis's own good condition. But no matter what, Wu Huang's personal strength is clearly there, and it is difficult for you not to let him score.
After the game started again, Wu Huang immediately responded with a breakthrough layup. However, Memphis University played very smoothly on the offensive end today. Evans had a strong presence after the opening. His long arms and control of the rhythm made DeRozan compete again. Under the leadership of Evans, Memphis University played successfully pick-and-roll cooperation again and again.
USC has made sufficient preparations for such an offense in advance. But sometimes even if you defend well, you may not be able to stop your opponent from scoring. Today, the University of Memphis is obviously in this state.
"That means that it's time for me to perform now?" Wu Huang quickly figured it out. Only when his teammates were "stupid" could he seem "awesome". Now he can even hear fans scolding all the USC players except him. This feeling is quite good.
The unbeaten University of Southern California is certainly not a fuel-efficient light. The defensive end is a bit unsatisfactory, but after a simple adjustment, they gradually regained their offensive rhythm. Wu Huang and Bart scored one after another, and the University of California quickly responded to the University of Memphis with a 7:2 wave.
At the 14th minute and 20th second in the first half, the score was 9:13, and USC scored 4 points, but not too many people were behind.
After that, the two sides were hard to separate. During the second TV pause, the two teams fought at 14:18, and the score difference remained unchanged. However, after this timeout, USC began a large-scale counterattack. Wu Huang took the lead in using a three-pointer to launch a scoring frenzy for the team. Then DeRozan ran back and received the pass, and the front was strong and the strong jump was strong, but the weight was insufficient, and Sean Taggart performed a wonderful dunk across the man.
The USC's offense returned to its level and scored a 9:2 climax, surpassing the University of Memphis at 20.
This time it was Memphis University's turn to request a timeout. Head coach Calipa's "can't defend against the University of Southern California, and he will fight to the death" was a headache. Wu Huang and DeRozan strengthened their ball-holding attack. Although their inside line can jump and their pace is fast enough, their ability to confront the team is really poor, especially in the paint area, the deterrent power is not strong enough.
"If UC beats his attack, even if the University of Memphis scores a lot, they may not be able to beat their opponents in the end." Calipari knew very well that there was a gap in strength between the two teams. If they wanted to defeat their opponents, they had to defend themselves first, and their attacks would also be opened. Without any of them, they were not sure to defeat the University of Southern California.
After the suspension, Memphis University set up a joint defense of two and three, increasing the number of defenders in the inside, and preparing to see the long-range projection of USC. Is it in the state today?
Coincidentally, the University of Southern California also wants to test the opponent's long-range shooting skills. In this regard, the University of Memphis has always been not stable enough. It is difficult to deal with when it is accurate, but it is often embarrassing that it cannot make any shots. And there are quite a few times.
Facing the joint defenses of their respective opponents, the two teams could not find a suitable offensive method at the beginning, but after several rounds of testing, the stars began to show their value.
USC's elevator tactics have made another contribution. Wu Huang ran away from Donald Mark who had been pestering him today, and received the ball and hit the second three-pointer in the game.
It took ten minutes to play in the first half, and USC used the elevator tactic for the first time, which was naturally intentional.
In the last game, Wu Huang used this tactic to break the NCAA three-pointer record in a single game. It is impossible for Memphis University to take advantage of the four-day break to find a solution, so this set of tactics is no longer suitable to become a conventional tactic. Floyd turned him into a tactic that is icing on the cake or emergency rescue, and will only be used at critical moments.
Evans failed to shoot at long distances for a while, which was his weakness. His range was not up to the three-point line, and his mid-range was strictly guarded by USC, so he could only grit his teeth and hold the ball in. However, there was a Gibson who always paid attention to him in the paint area. Evans soon discovered that it was getting harder and harder for him to score.
Emperor Wu's light gradually surpassed Evans. Compared to Evans, who was struggling more and more on the court, Emperor Wu showed everyone the capital to become the No. 1 pick.
Facing the same iron barrel-like paint area, the No. 1 picks two points at a long distance, and then when facing double-teams, he uses his teammates' cover to break through the inside line, disrupt the opponent's defensive formation, and then divide the ball out.
Although the score of USC began to decline in the opponent's joint defense, Wu Huang's long-distance shooting and breakthrough passes kept them rising points one after another. On the other hand, Memphis University was unable to ensure the growth of its score under the joint defense of USC. The gap between the two teams in hard strength and the stars was clear at a glance. The score began to widen bit by bit.
At the 4th minute and 12th second in the first half, the score was 29:22. The University of Southern California unknowingly widened the gap to 7 points.
Evans broke through with the ball again. He wanted to use his strong body and outstanding wingspan to make a layup, but under the second and third-tier defense formation, there were people in the interior, which was really not a good choice. Gibson dribbled the ball at the basket and shot Evans on the floor.
The referee paused the game, not because someone fouled this round. Gibson's block was very clean, but Evans obviously didn't think so. After getting up from the floor, the genius defender stepped forward with anger and asked Gibson loudly. The two of them refused to give in to each other and immediately took the bull.
Emperor Wu immediately stepped forward and pulled the sideliness. On the surface, he seemed to know Evans, so he kindly tried to persuade him. But in fact, as long as the two really did, he would immediately hug Evans, who would inevitably get two old punches at that time. This was Emperor Wu's innate cunning.
When Master Sun saw that the director had not cut the screen, he quickly made no talk and talked about the internal solidarity of the University of Southern California: "When the University of Southern California has a dispute with other teams, Wu Huang usually talks for his teammates."
Master Heli nodded quickly: "You are right."
The fans in front of the TV vomited blood again. If they didn’t talk to their teammates, would they still talk to their opponents?
In fact, most fans want to see the full martial arts in the game, but unfortunately this skirmish failed to make any waves. If a fight occurs in this kind of competition that is highly concerned around the world, the impact will be too great. Even if these players have no brains, they will know to restrain their anger.
Emperor Wu chuckled in his heart, it doesn’t matter if he can’t fight, it’s a good opportunity. After this little conflict at Memphis University, his mentality should have begun to have problems.
The players at Memphis University did feel impatient. They have done a good job on both offense and defense, but they just can't stop the score from being pulled apart bit by bit. It's not surprising that they are impatient.
Calipari was experienced and immediately called for a pause.
Chapter completed!