One Guard

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When Yiyang fell heavily from the air after dunking, the referee's hasty whistle quickly made the atmosphere of the game tense.

Meeks first took the initiative to raise his hand to signal his foul, and then pulled him up with Stevenson, which prevented the game from turning bad. The 76ers just want to win, but that's about it. This game does not need the smell of gunpowder, what is needed is to decide the winner.

"It doesn't hurt, kid." After Yiyang got up, Stevenson also quickly asked about the health of the No. 1 rookie. It is now clear to everyone that Yiyang is an integral part of the Mavericks. His health is directly linked to the team's performance.

Yiyang shook his head, then walked straight to the free throw line. When the referee passed the ball to Yiyang who was standing on the free throw line, the Fuguo Center Arena finally heard the biggest boos of the day so far.

This group of fans who were so serious that they didn't even bother to shout, still hoped to interfere with Yiyang's free throw with boos. It's a pity that Yiyang has long been used to this kind of voice. Bend the knee, release the hand, press the wrist, and move the fingers, Yiyang's shooting movements are completed smoothly, and the basketball naturally falls into the net hollow.

"Good shot, hit three points and succeeded! When Yi just came on the court, the Mavericks were one point behind. But now, after just a few rounds, the Mavericks have overtaken by six points! Let's see, next, What surprises can this No. 1 defender bring us!"

In the next few minutes, the coaches of both sides slowly replaced the substitute players. After Evan Turner played, the fans of the 76ers gave the university star player a lot of cheers. It can be seen that fans still have expectations for this No. 2 pick.

But unfortunately, this alliance of the weak and the strong is not a dream theater. People expect Turner to stage a big explosion like a Hollywood inspirational movie and defeat the "villain" Yiyang. But Terry's inseparable marking made it difficult for Turner to even catch the ball, let alone score.

In the following games, Yiyang's performance was still stable, and he also helped the Mavericks maintain their leading edge. With Yiyang, Terry and Marion on the bench, the Mavericks' rotation is still very strong.

28 to 22, when the first quarter ended, the 76ers were so overwhelmed that they couldn't even lift their heads.

In the stands of the Fuguo Center Arena, the fans shouted and cursed dissatisfied, as if they had seen a failure that was close at hand. This group of guys is putting pressure on the team, because after they have experienced a three-game winning streak, they no longer want to see the team lose.

With his back to the stands and the boos, Collins called for the players to get off the field.

Caral on the other side is also calling the players off the field, but he is all smiles, and when a player passes by him, he will pat him on the shoulder.

Of the two head coaches, one is expressionless and the other is full of joy. The contrast is as strong as the score on an electronic scoreboard.

Collins walked off the court. Under the boos of the Philadelphia fans, the 76ers players bowed their heads one by one and said nothing. It was as if Collins was dealing with a cloud of air instead of individual players.

A long, long time ago, Doug Collins was a player like Derrick Rose, a star student from Illinois who would go on to be the No. Postgame point guard. Although injuries caused this guy to retire early at the age of 29, the desire for victory in his heart has never ceased.

Seeing that his players were downcast because of a mere 6-point gap, Collins couldn't help but feel angry. Even an old man like himself didn't give up, so why should these young people admit defeat? Collins simply put down the tactical board, rolled up his sleeves, and looked at his watch.

"Is there something wrong with my watch? The game is over?" Collins asked in feigned surprise.

"Hey, can no one answer me? Holiday, let's check the watch. There must be something wrong with my watch!" The fans sitting behind the 76ers bench were stunned.

What is this head coach doing?

"No need, boss, it's just the end of the first quarter." Holiday didn't know what his coach wanted, so he could only answer softly.

"you sure?"

"I'm sure." Holiday nodded repeatedly.

"Since we still have three quarters to play, what are you guys doing, gentlemen? Waiting for the Mavericks and the Chinese to hand over the victory with mournful faces!?" Collins suddenly raised his voice, letting everyone in low voice The players with their heads down raised their heads.

"We are eager to win, the fans are eager to win, the team is eager to win, no one likes to lose! But victory must be created with your own hands! The enemy will not sympathize with us. The only way they can sympathize with us is to start the game in garbage time. Players coming off the field and laughing at us! Of course, I think that's more like a humiliation! On my team.? Never allow cowards who have given up hope before the game is over and think they are lost!" Collins roared angrily. As the No. 1 pick in the NBA in 1973, Collins didn't want his team to be content with mediocrity. They can lose, but never surrender!

"Now, tell me, does anyone want to be a coward!?"

"We don't want to, boss!" Holiday was the first to answer Collins' question. Collins could tell that the post-90s who first played in the NBA is the most determined person on the team.

Also a point guard, Holiday's growth is all in the eyes of Collins. In fact, when Turner was unable to take on the big responsibility and Iguodala was unwilling to take on the big responsibility, Collins had long intended to train Holiday as the core. Holiday's performance in the first quarter was not good, but this does not mean that in the next 36 minutes, Holiday was not good either.

Seeing that the players were no longer downcast, Collins picked up the tactical board again and began to write and draw on it.

"Holiday, in the second quarter, I want you to hold the ball more..." The fighting spirit of the 76ers was ignited again.

When the intermission ended, the commentators talked about how well the Mavericks played and how well Yiyang played. But the 76ers, who are playing at home, are not mentioned. This is not to blame the commentators, but the performance of the 76ers in the first quarter of the game. There is really nothing worth talking about.

After the start of the second quarter, Yiyang replaced Kidd and the other four starters and stayed on the field. On the 76ers side, they are back on the starting five.

Seeing that Holiday is attacking with the ball, Yiyang still decides to keep a distance from this opponent. But this time, Holiday didn't stop the ball, but suddenly changed direction and accelerated in front of Yiyang!

"Holiday made a breakthrough with the ball, but he couldn't threaten the basket. This guy is always with him, and he is always with him." Reggie, Miller shook his head, if Holiday thought he could be so easy It would be a big mistake to defeat Yiyang.

As soon as Huo Ledi started, Yiyang quickly moved laterally and successfully blocked the opponent. The distance between him and Holiday allowed Yiyang to complete the block perfectly.

But this time, Holiday was not discouraged after being stopped. This guy seems to be more determined and will not admit defeat so easily.

Huo Ledi took a step back and stabbed to Yiyang's left side. Yiyang's judgment was still very accurate, and he immediately changed his focus to block it. But this too timely reaction hurt Yiyang this time.

Seeing Yiyang moving, Huo Ledi smiled slightly, changed hands behind his back, patted the basketball from his left hand to his right, and then rubbed Yiyang's body to successfully break through!

"Beautiful! In the extremely small space of Duncan, Holiday completed a behind-the-scenes change! He chased back with all his strength, and Holiday took off for a layup!"

"Swipe!" The basketball is like an orange elf, "jumping" into the net lightly.

On the big screen in the Fuguo Center Arena, the wonderful scene of Huo Ledi passing Yiyang and making a successful layup immediately began to return. This picture may be the only bright spot for the 76ers so far in this game!

"You have an opponent today, buddy!" Chandler said while throwing the baseline ball to Yiyang. Yiyang didn't answer, but there was already a little spark in his calm heart.

Seeing Holiday's beautiful attack just now, Collins is undoubtedly the happiest person. But it's not too early to be happy. If Holiday can't defend Yiyang, no matter how good the offense is, it will be useless.

This time, Yiyang still didn't act recklessly by himself, but called Nowitzki out to catch the ball, and he ran to the right corner of the net.

While Yiyang was running, Chandler came out and made an off-ball screen for him. Holiday's follow-up was delayed. Seeing that Yiyang ran out of the opportunity, Nowitzki, who was the "commanding tower" in the high position, passed the ball immediately.

While the basketball was flying in the direction of Yiyang, a white afterimage suddenly appeared. It turned out that it was Holiday who tried his best to get rid of Chandler, and reached out to intercept the basketball!

Yiyang naturally wouldn't let Holiday succeed, the two guards stretched out their hands to grab it, and the basketball, under the oppression of two different forces, did not stay in anyone's hands, but was squeezed and flew out of bounds.

Yiyang knew that the ball was hit by Holiday, so he didn't chase it, but waited for the ball to go out of bounds. But at this moment, Yiyang saw Holiday jumping into the water and jumping out of the court, saving the basketball that was destined to go out of bounds!

"Dive save! Jrue Holiday fought back the ball! Iguodala received the ball and the Mavericks made a mistake. This is a good opportunity for the 76ers to steal points!" Reggie Miller's Following the chaotic scene on the court, he spit out words quickly, and his speaking speed increased the tension of the game.

After Holiday dived to save the ball, he fell directly into the stands. On the other side, Iguodala quickly advanced with the ball and dunked with both hands before everyone on the Mavericks had time to react.

The goal was scored, which also meant that the 76ers instantly narrowed the point difference to 2 points. And most importantly, they finally gained the upper hand in terms of scene and momentum!

Yiyang pursed her lips and looked at Holledi. The guy climbed out of the auditorium with the support of the fans and stepped onto the field again. Off the court, Collins stretched his hand into the court to applaud Holiday's actions.

The No. 11 point guard of the 76ers noticed that Yiyang was looking at him, and responded with his eyes. But these two guys didn't say a word from the beginning to the end.

War, sometimes, will completely break out in silence!

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