According to the rhythm of the opening game, the Nuggets will eventually win the game.

But the arrival of Gasol changed this rhythm.

On the Nuggets side, there is actually no one who can compete with him.

Martin and Nene couldn't hold each other up, neither could keep up with the speed, and they couldn't defend each other one on one.

And in addition to scoring, he is also good at passing the ball.

More importantly, Kobe is willing to run without the ball!

This opens up a big gap with Anthony.

Playing again and again, Kobe's touch is back again.

Ke and his wife worked hard together, and the Nuggets' defense began to be unable to keep up.

After a fierce battle in the final four quarters, the Nuggets still lost 92-101.

In terms of statistics, Kobe finally scored 37 points and made 11 of 25 shots.

Gasol had an outstanding performance with 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.

The two scored 58 points together, accounting for more than half of the Lakers' scoring.

This is a very typical version of the triangle offense version 2.0.

For the Nuggets, Anthony scored 29 points and JR Smith scored 21 points. Lin Ying focused on defense and only scored 6 points, but he also had 11 rebounds, 3 steals and 2 blocks.

The handshake after the game.

Kobe also changed from his game state, talking and laughing with Lin Ying.

Obviously, what's on the court is on the court, and what's off the court is off the court.

Moreover, Kobe's paranoia is actually his pursuit of basketball skills to the extreme, so the more defensive pressure his opponents put on him, the more he likes his opponents.

This is why he calls Tony Allen the best defender and laughs at Bell who chokes him.

Those are not obstacles to him, but factors that make him stronger.

Even though Lin Ying is a rookie, it is precisely because of his great potential that he has greater possibilities.

He even felt that it was a good thing that the team did not draft Lin Ying.

Because only as an opponent on the court can you truly go all out.

as well as……

"Lin, do you have time in summer?"

"ah?"

Now that Lin Ying heard these two words, his whole body became excited.

It was hard to get through to Durant before, so Kobe should also train with him, right?

"I mean after you finish competing in the Olympics, if you have time, we can train together."

Seeing that Lin Ying didn't respond at first, Kobe added.

Lin Ying's defensive performance tonight impressed him. If he trains with him, both sides will improve their strength.

He even considered Lin Ying as his disciple.

Unlike Duncan, he is still passionate about this area. According to history, he founded the Mamba Sports Academy after retiring.

Lin Ying: Have I become a hot commodity now?

A fan: How about you allocate time, with Kobe in the morning and Duncan in the afternoon, and then Durant in the evening?

You should serve the emperor and sleep with him!

Lin Ying declined Kobe in the end.

First, everything is on a first-come, first-served basis. Duncan invited him first and agreed;

Secondly, as a power forward, Duncan can give him not only improved defense, but also more inside skills, which will be more helpful to him now.

Kobe is a little disappointed. After all, he rarely invites others now, and it is even less likely that others will refuse him.

But he wasn't angry, after all, players stayed in the NBA for more than one summer.

Durant: I'm warning you, I've already made an appointment for next summer!

The Nuggets lost, falling behind 0-1.

However, Karl is still very satisfied with the result.

This was reflected in the post-match press conference.

"My players all performed their best. Allen will return in the next game. I am looking forward to the series!"

The Nuggets fans' morale was high after hearing this, and the Nuggets players were also full of confidence after hearing this.

It can be said that although G1 lost, the Nuggets still retained hope until the end.

And with a score difference of 9 points, the Nuggets really have great hope after Iverson returns!

After the Nuggets, at the Lakers press conference, Kobe said this:

"Paul was the MVP tonight."

The Paul he's talking about means Gasol.

And he also explained the reason.

It turned out that in the third quarter, he was annoyed by consecutive missed shots. At this time, Gasol communicated with him and said that he hoped he would control the ball.

"When you run into the best position, I will definitely pass the ball to you."

This is what Kobe Bryant said Gasol said to him.

From this you may be able to understand why Kobe and Gasol were successful.

They fit so well!

Gasol can't stand alone and needs someone to guide him. Kobe sometimes gets upset and needs someone to calm him down.

Compared with "OK"'s overwhelming talent, "Kesao" is more like a plug that has found a socket.

Even if they had formed a team together two years earlier, they might have had a chance to create a new dynasty.

Of course they also have a chance now.

Historically, Gasol only arrived with the Lakers on the trade deadline, but now the deal was completed in December.

With two more months of running-in, the combat effectiveness will definitely be stronger.

Of course, the premise is that they can break through from the west.

The Nuggets are now confident that they can knock them down.

…

After the press conference, I returned to the locker room. Most of the players had left, and half were left.

Yang Shuyu also arrived in the locker room. She is also staying in the hotel where the Nuggets are.

Mainly to facilitate Lin Ying's physical therapy.

"Lin, why are you still here?"

But as soon as he came back, Smith cast a doubtful look at him.

Lin Ying also looked at him with doubts.

We have just finished the press conference. Shouldn't we go to the locker room to get something and then go back to rest?

He has to practice more in the evening.

"You didn't ask Kelly Brook for a phone call after the game? Then go out and hit a home run at night?"

Smith looked like "You're not right?"

Lin Ying's face turned red.

Home run is a term in baseball, but the meaning used in this context is indescribable.

How many times have I told him, he didn’t mean it!

Although, that feeling did make him feel like he could do it a few more times.

But now that the playoffs are fiercely fought, he has no such interest.

Coming out of the locker room, Lin Ying and Yang Shuyu were chatting about "cryotherapy".

They had already communicated about this, and Lin Ying was planning to use it sooner.

The more games he plays, especially a super high-intensity game like tonight, the more he feels that he has to work harder.

A rookie is given three years to watch, and his first year is about to pass.

But Yang Shuyu seemed a little absent-minded.
To be continued...