About eight minutes into the first quarter, the score was 26-30, with the Lakers leading.

The Nuggets' defense was indeed a bit eye-catching, allowing the Lakers to score 30 points in just over half a quarter.

If it weren't for the fierce firepower of the dual guns, we would have been behind by at least double digits on the field.

But Kobe was in really good shape. Although the Nuggets began to double attack after taking on Carter, he still scored 15 points efficiently.

Karl stood up and called Lin Ying, Kleiza and Smith together.

This is early entry into rotation.

They both play fast, and Karl is just the opposite of D'Antoni. His rotations are very extensive, fully ensuring physical fitness.

Moreover, one of Karl’s classic sayings was something he said in the training camp before:

"No one can call or play a perfect game."

He allows players to make mistakes, and conversely, sometimes his command deviations will not affect his status among the players.

Mutual respect and mutual understanding are the core of his coaching and the key to why the Nuggets are relatively harmonious despite their "gangster" nature.

So even if Smith becomes JR Hua in the opening game, he will still arrange for him to play normally during the rotation.

"beep!"

There was a short whistle on the sidelines and substitutions were made on both sides.

The Chinese fans at the scene let out a burst of excited cheers.

In the domestic live broadcast room, Directors Su Qun and Zhang also started to get excited.

With Yi Jianlian's foreshadowing yesterday, Lin Ying's debut is even more anticipated!

After all, Lin Ying signed a contract with Anta during his previous trip to the Asian Championships, and his domestic attention has already exploded.

The lineup on the field after substitutions on both sides.

Nuggets: Carter Sr., Smith, Kleiza, Lin Ying, Nene.

Lakers: Jordan Farmar, Kobe Bryant, Radmanovic, Odom, Kwame Brown.

Kobe and Odom are still on the court!

Phil Jackson wanted to open up the score even further.

When the Lakers' offense came up, Kobe continued to hit Smith with his back.

Lin Ying did not follow the opponent Odom, but stared at Radmanovic from the strong side corner.

Then when Kobe started to post up, he immediately rushed to double-team.

This is Karl's signature tactic of flanking the ball carrier, but Lin Yingshang's execution is obviously better than Anthony's before!

Kobe Bryant had only played one-on-one with Lin Ying, never played a full game with him, and he didn't expect him to come so fast.

He was quickly trapped in a double team.

But he didn't mean to panic, after all... the double-team was an open space for him!

He took one step to the free throw line and made a pull-up fadeaway jumper.

The choice of this ball was very good. Smith was beaten by Kobe and couldn't keep up.

But Lin Ying followed up and covered Kobe's shot with his big hand!

Watching the game from the VIP seats is not free, and he has played many one-on-one matches with Kobe, and he has somewhat touched upon Kobe's offensive habits.

In addition, Kobe's physical fitness has declined a lot since he played, and the ball looks like it will be blocked.

At the critical moment, Kobe's historic waist came into play.

He used a lever in the air to dodge Lin Ying's block, and then completed the shot!

"Dang!"

Although, the iron is struck!

Nene grabbed a defensive rebound, and the Nuggets finally defended Kobe's offense!

It's a pity that Nene's pass was a little slow and the Nuggets didn't start the fast break.

In the frontcourt position, Lin Ying was holding the ball at the top of the arc to provide support.

Karl is really partial to Lin Ying, giving the rookie the right to hold the ball as soon as he comes up.

Of course, the right to hold the ball does not mean the right to shoot. The main offensive point of this lineup is Smith.

Smith continuously used the screens of Kleiza and Nene to move from the left to the right side of the half court, but he couldn't get away from Kobe.

Kobe's offense and defense are integrated!

But just when the Lakers' defensive attention was focused on Smith, Lin Ying threw the ball directly above the basket.

After Nene finished the pick-and-roll, he went to the basket and jumped up after seeing the ball.

The Nuggets' two inside players may be a bit rougher in terms of skills, but their physical fitness is better than the other.

After catching the ball in the air, he smashed the ball directly towards the basket with one hand.

"Bang!"

A one-handed alley dunk!

This ball made Nene happy, and the Brazilian beast roared towards the sidelines.

After yelling, he pointed at Lin Ying.

This is a good film transmission by Qualin.

This kind of reverse lob is very common in the NBA and can often be seen in running tactics and breaking forwards.

But those are all considered tactical passes. Lin Ying’s pass was outside of tactics!

Moreover, the timing and angle are so well grasped, and the ball is returned to lead people. It is commonly known as "feeding is too comfortable", how can it not make people feel happy!

Domestic commentators are already a bit excited.

Although from a statistical point of view, Lin Ying only received 1 assist, the momentum of the Nuggets was completely different after he came on board.

Moreover, he quickly assisted in the double attack and successfully defended, and then showed his passing ability in positional battles. There was no stage fright in this game!

"Just watch, Lin Ying will score soon!"

Su Qun from CCTV made a prediction.

Kobe continued to hold the ball, and Lin Ying also continued to attack.

But this time he made a bit of a big move and was called a foul by the referee.

Lakers sideline ball.

"It doesn't matter, it's normal for rookies to commit fouls."

Su Qun is comforting domestic fans.

Although he didn't say it, everyone in China knew that Yi Jianlian committed 6 fouls in 25 minutes of play yesterday.

The Lakers sent the ball out from the sideline, and Kobe continued to ask for the ball in singles.

Perhaps because he had just been called for a foul, Lin Ying did not dare to attack from a flank this time.

However, the defensive pressure provided by Smith was relatively large.

Firstly, he has just come back full of energy after resting for such a long time, and secondly, he wants a contract!

At the beginning, he transformed into JR Hua and was killed by Kobe. If this continues to be exposed, where will he be? How can he get a big contract without it?!

Kobe was very experienced. He raised his big butt and pushed Smith to one side. He pulled the ball out with both hands to avoid being intercepted by Smith.

At the same time, he was ready to turn around and break through.

But just when he was about to turn around, he suddenly felt a chill coming over him.

That's his instinct for danger.

As soon as he turned his head, a figure had already arrived in front of him.

It’s still Lin Ying!

It's not that Lin Ying didn't dare to double-team, he just changed the timing of the double-team!

"boom!"

The two men had a physical confrontation again, but the referee did not blow the whistle.

"Snapped!"

Then the next second, Lin Ying intercepted the ball!

Smith was indeed suppressed by Kobe in all aspects, but he exerted a lot of physical energy on Kobe on both offense and defense.

Especially in this round, his pressing defense made Kobe, whose physical fitness was declining, have to pay close attention to it.

Then, Lin Ying’s opportunity came!
To be continued...