Chapter 298 [Playing him is easier than training in the team]
When the Suns attacked, Guo Xu brought him to the frontcourt and gave his teammates the same code as usual. Then, without waiting for Stadameier to cover him, he suddenly took the ball and quickly changed direction to the left and passed Hudson.
Hudson observed Xiao Si's running position with his eyes, thinking about how to quickly bypass the chasing defense. His ability to fight was poor and his speed was average, and it was difficult to catch up with Guo Xu when he was blocked. As a result, his attention was a little inconspicuous and he missed the person.
Kendal Gill made up for defense, Guo Xu passed the ball with the opportunity and gave Kirisek who ran to the left bottom corner. This was a big open position. Kirisek was good at shooting at the bottom corner when he was in Europe, without wasting opportunities, and hit a hollow shot.
16 to 7, Guo Xu made the fifth assist.
When returning to defense, Kirisek gave Guo Xu a thumbs up. His English was not good enough and he didn't communicate much with his teammates. Fortunately, there are some gestures on the basketball court that are universal, and you can communicate simply without speaking.
The Timberwolves attacked, Hudson made a three-pointer from the outside, Guo Xu stretched out his hand without jumping, the ball failed, and the rebound was grabbed by Si Xiao, and the Suns immediately launched a counterattack.
Guo Xu was a little speechless. It was not because he was lazy, so his opponent would definitely score goals. Hudson averaged no 15 points per game at his peak in his previous life, and his performance was very unstable.
Joe Johnson changed direction and passed Trent, and was pulled near the center line, and the Sun's ball was right.
Trent's strength is not at a disadvantage, but Joe Johnson is skilled in dribbling and has a strong breakthrough in direction. Beating Trent is like a misplaced position.
He didn't practice with the Suns, and he was very good at participating in the draft. After being selected by the Celtics, his teammates were surprised when he participated in the training for the first time, especially Pierce, who fought with him. After the game, he asked him: "Do you know how good you are?"
It is obvious that he didn't know that he didn't make much move in college, otherwise the data would definitely be more beautiful, and the draft may not be the tenth place.
The Celtics did not give Joe Johnson much chance to perform. When Celtics manager Chris Wallace traded him to the Suns, Pierce felt very uncomfortable. He believed that Joe Johnson would have a lot of promise in the future. He would not be much worse than himself in training for a few years. This is indeed the case.
The outbound ball was sent, and Guo Xu relied on Xiao Si's cover to catch the ball, turned around and drove it to the inside line, and at the left horn position, he almost handed the ball to Marion. The latter took the ball and took three steps to pass Nestrovic and made a layup.
18 to 7, Guo Xu had the sixth assist.
Timberwolves coach Sanders requested a timeout. The Suns' shooting percentage was too high, so how to play the players. Before the game, he arranged to defend Guo Xu, but the opponent did not take action at all and helped his teammates create opportunities.
Xu Jicheng said: "The Timberwolves also didn't understand their opponent's losses at the beginning. Before and after changing coaches, the Suns are two completely different teams. If they double-team Guo Xu, it would not be surprising that he assisted in double-digit assists in a single quarter."
Zhang Heli said: "The Suns' overall speed is very fast. Just Xiao Si is over 205cm tall. It is difficult for the opponent to send a high center forward to defend, so he can only fight for offense. What about fighting for offense? The Suns like this."
After the timeout, the Timberwolves made adjustments, Joe Smith appeared and replaced Nestrovic, increasing the mobility on the field, which was to follow the rhythm of the Suns.
D'Antoni didn't even need a tactical board, so he praised the players and emphasized that he would hand over the ball to Guo Xu in the positional battle and not to do anything randomly.
The Timberwolves attacked, Garnett received a pass after pick-and-roll, and finally scored in the mid-range shot against Guo Xu, 18-9.
During the Suns' attack, Guo Xu passed the ball to Marion who was cut by the air. Trent let go of Joe Johnson and successfully intercepted the pass route. After the man could not be blocked, the Timberwolves changed to a 122 joint defense that contracted near the penalty area.
Trent passed to Garnett, who passed Hudson, who passed by fast break and Guo Xu scored a layup. 18 to 11.
Home fans applauded Hudson, thinking that he was particularly outstanding today and dared to challenge the stars. Hudson was not happy on the court and was under great pressure because Guo Xu asked his teammates to pull away and prepared to directly hold the ball and fight alone.
When the opponent uses 122 joint defense, Guo Xu is not able to assist his teammates when playing pick-and-roll. Xiao Si is easily double-teamed when cutting into the middle. At this time, the easiest offense method is to play singles on the periphery, forcing the opponent to expand or double-team, and then pass the ball to assist his teammates.
Guo Xu dribbled the ball in the middle and changed his direction to the left. Hudson followed and took him to the left horn position. He leaned against Hudson's right shoulder and gently shook it to the right, giving people the illusion of breaking through the bottom line. Then he turned to the left and leaned back to the high position and jumped back.
After the formation was opened, Guo Xu had no one to defend himself. He completely shook Hudson away with fake moves and speed, and made a mid-range shot.
20 to 11, Guo Xu scored his first two points.
This is a technique that Kobe is good at. Guo Xu rarely uses it because he is short. He used it today because Hudson is only 185cm, and his bounce and speed are much inferior to him. As long as no one helps with his defense, it is almost impossible to block it.
Zhang Heli said: "Beautiful, Guo Xu is also an offensive kaleidoscope. He knows everything and shoots very accurately."
Xu Jicheng smiled and said, "Don't look at him not taking action in the first half, I think if the Timberwolves don't double-team, he will be able to fight Hudson alone and lead the team in another way."
The Timberwolves attacked, Kendal received a mid-range shot from the runner-up. Kirisek is a player with strong offense and weak defense. He is not close enough with people without the ball. 20 to 13.
Guo Xu dribbled the ball to the frontcourt, and his teammates stopped running. Xiao Si was at the low post, and the other three stood on the outside, creating the maximum singles space for Guo Xu, playing like in the last attack in each quarter.
Guo Xu dribbled the ball under his crotch and changed direction quickly to the right. Hudson followed a little slower. Guo Xu dribbled the ball and took another step into the three-point line, attracting Hudson to chase the ball from the side, stopping suddenly, and dribbling the ball behind his right hand to the left hand.
Hudson ran over too quickly after chasing the defense. He forced the brakes and failed to control the center of gravity. He slipped under his feet and sat on the ground. Guo Xu was not satisfied with having obtained an open space. He took a step to the outside line and took a step back and took a step back, jumping into the middle to make a three-pointer.
Trent, who was closer, rushed to repair the block and blocked it one step slower, and the ball entered the net with hollow.
23 to 13, Guo Xu’s 5th score.
When returning to defense, Guo Xu made his signature celebration move and raised his arms.
He didn't need to be low-key. After playing for several rounds, he found that Hudson's ability to break through the face frame was not as good as Alstom, and he was easier to play than in the team's training.
Zhang Heli sighed: "Guo Xu's speed is so fast. He knocked down his opponent and made a shot from the outside. He is not very attentive on the defensive end. I think he despises Hudson too much."
"If Guo Xu kept playing like this, I think Harrison's ankle might be ruined by the end of the game." Xu Jicheng smiled.
Hudson's mentality was obviously affected. He had a good chance of making a phone shot in the face of Guo Xu. The mid-range shot missed the basket. Joe Smith grabbed the frontcourt rebound and scored. Kendal received the ball from the left baseline and made a close mid-range shot. 23-15.
Guo Xu continued to play singles with the ball. This time his choice was simpler. He dribbled the ball under his crotch and took the left hand and took a step and shot three-pointer. He shot at the left side of the middle and shot against the person. Hudson took off a little slower and didn't cover it. The ball was very straight and he scored another one!
26 to 15, Guo Xu’s 8th score.
Chapter completed!