The start of the game was very unfavorable for the Mavericks.

But this proves not the most unfavorable.

Nowitzki's layup after a feint was blocked by O'Neal.

Although O'Neal was reluctant to go outside, Phil Jackson designed a new defensive tactic for him, calling it "Shake's guard at the basket."

As the name suggests, let O'Neal stay near the three-second zone, and leave all the defenses on the outside to teammates.

This tactic looks a bit clumsy, but it works pretty well.

The Lakers attacked the frontcourt again, and the Mavericks also adjusted their defensive formation and set up a 2-3 joint defense to protect the basket.

However, after O'Neal held the ball and hit it on the back, he quickly distributed the ball to Kobe after moving.

Kobe took the ball and shot from mid-range.

"Swish!"

Basketball entered the frame steadily.

Connection from ok combination.

Because of his strong personal offensive ability, O'Neal's pass has always been ignored.

But in fact, his passes are among the top among the big guys.

Divac is known for his big guy who can pass the ball, but in fact, he has not been as capable as O'Neal this season as he averages (3.7 times).

In the past three seasons, O'Neal's average assists per game has been close to 4 times.

After the first quarter, the score on the field was 30-20, and the Lakers have already taken a double-digit lead.

O'Neal scored 12 points alone, and Kobe also scored 8 points.

At the broadcast seat, Su Qun understood what Zhang Weiping said before the game.

O'Neal's physical talent is too explosive and his ball quotient is too high. He knows what kind of physical condition and what kind of playing style to use.

This big shark has nothing to stop him except injuries.

Of course there is Kobe. When O'Neal was on the court, Kobe did not take the shot, so that O'Neal would have a good time playing.

It was not until O'Neal came to an end that he began to take on a big stake.

The result is that O'Neal will pass the ball to Kobe in one pair of matches.

There is a balance between the ok combinations, and it is not unreasonable for the Lakers to be strong this season.

And the disaster never came alone. In the second quarter, Kukoc sprained his ankle while defending.

Although Sun Hao and Nowitzki were both confident before the game, the situation was in danger for the Mavericks.

Old Nelson did not mean to play Nowitzki in advance, after all, this was just a regular season game.

"king."

After hesitating for a while, he walked to the end of the bench and shouted.

Wang Zhizhi stood up as soon as he heard the sound.

Although he hasn't played for a long time, he seems to be ready at all times.

This attitude is completely different from before.

However, it was this detail that increased the favorability of old Nelson towards Wang Zhizhi a lot.

He specifically called Wang Zhizhi to stop him when he was about to run to the technical table.

"Communicate more with teammates on the defensive end."

After hearing this, Wang Zhizhi nodded repeatedly.

Old Nelson's words were not very important, but they were a great encouragement for him.

Old Nelson finally patted Wang Zhizhi on the shoulder.

Among the people who hope Wang Zhizhi can fight, Old Nelson must be the one in the top ranking.

A big man who can have stable mid-range and long shots is his favorite insider type.

Wang Zhizhi appeared and the game continued.

At this time, the lineups on both sides are on the court.

On the Lakers, Lynch Hunter, Kobe, Devin George, Walker, Stanislav Medvedenko.

On the Mavericks' side, Van Exel, Bell, Nahura, Wang Zhizhi, and Bradley.

Van Exel missed a long three-pointer.

Turning back, Kobe turned around and hit the ball after he singled out Bale.

Van Exel's layup was chased by Kobe.

The Lakers played a defensive counterattack, and Kobe got a quick break in the frontcourt and received a pass from Hunter and dunked.

As soon as the second quarter began, the Lakers reached an offensive climax under Kobe's leadership.

The score difference has reached 14 points in a blink of an eye.

Kobe was also a little excited to play. After he picked up the game, he turned around and stared at Bale coldly.

The expression seemed to say that Bell's so-called Kobe Terminator was a joke.

Van Exel's three-point shot after shook Hunter still didn't.

The Mavericks' sixth man tonight is in poor form.

Old Nelson called Sun Hao up and asked him to prepare to play early.

Sun Hao stripped off his training suit and walked to the technical table, waiting for the dead ball time on the field.

The Lakers attacked the frontcourt, and Kobe broke through with the ball and was double-teamed. He passed the ball to Walker. After Walker received the ball, he made a layup.

The Lakers played very well in this small cooperation.

Kobe is also using practical actions to prove that he is not only an excellent scorer, but his passes are just as good.

But just as Walker took action, a figure chased him from behind and shot him at the moment he took action.

"Bang!"

In the incredible eyes of the fans on the scene, Wang Zhizhi chased and blocked the goal that Walker was determined to win!

Moreover, he also took the opportunity to win the defensive rebound!

There was a turmoil at the scene.

Phil Jackson was also very surprised on the Lakers' bench.

The Mavericks have two Chinese players, but in fact only one.

This is most of the impression of Wang Zhizhi. This Chinese player Sun Hao was the second Chinese player to enter the NBA after that, basically had no sense of existence.

But the presence of the ball just now went from 0 to 10.

Although it is still not very tall, it at least reminds people of the Mavericks that there is a second Chinese player.

Sun Hao was already ready to play, but after seeing the defense successful, he sat down temporarily.

The defense of this ball just now was very exciting, but it was not too surprising.

Because Wang Zhizhi was the one who blocked David Robinson at the beginning.

Although his physical confrontation is not strong, his arm span is there and his defensive talent is not bad.

The Mavericks reached the frontcourt, and Van Exel finally realized that he was not feeling well and turned to the organization.

Wang Zhizhi fell outside the right three-point line after pick-and-roll for Bale.

Walker on the opposite side was not familiar with him and did not expand.

Van Exel passed the ball to Wang Zhizhi, and Wang Zhizhi raised his hand and threw it away.

The moment he took action, he could see confidence in his eyes.

"Swish!"

Basketball hollow into the net.

Wang Zhizhi hit his game and was also the first three-pointer in the regular season this season!

After scoring the goal, Wang Zhizhi did not make any celebration, but his eyes were a little red.

People only know how to cherish after losing it.

He waited for too long to get this opportunity again, and after grasping it, he was a little excited.

A short whistle came from the sidelines, and Sun Hao came on the field to replace Van Exel.

When Sun Hao came on the court, he slapped Van Exel with his high fives, and then went over and patted Wang Zhizhi on the shoulder.

Although Wang Zhizhi wasted a lot of time because he did not listen to his advice.

But everything has two sides. At least in the past year, Wang Zhizhi has trained three points.

Kobe continued to fight with the ball in the frontcourt, and his shot after the emergency stop was interfered with Bale.

Although he is not worthy of the nickname "Bryant Terminator" given by Old Nelson, Bale is indeed the best defender on the outside of the Mavericks.

After a scramble at the basket, Wang Zhizhi and Walker fought and protected the defensive rebounds.

It can be seen that his confrontation has improved a lot compared to before.

Old Nelson's expression changed a lot.
To be continued...