Chapter 80: Building the Core of the Team and Changing the Playing Style
In this game, the Lakers defeated the Trail Blazers by 11 points.
This is because, after Sashiro left the court, both sides had obviously entered a friendly match.
The outside line was completely open for Lillard and others to shoot.
This also allowed the Trail Blazers to catch up some points and avoid losing so badly.
As for this favor.
Lillard accepted it!
Of course, if Sashiro said directly, I will let you lose less.
Then Lillard would definitely not agree even if he died!
A gentleman can be killed but not humiliated.
That's the truth.
But what Sashiro said was that he was tired!
He knew, how could Sashiro be tired!!!
Are you tired of shooting three-pointers from the baseline?
Is this possible! ?
Obviously, he knew that Sashiro was saving face for him!
Lillard also likes this kind of behavior.
After the game, Lillard did not shy away from answering questions during a media interview:
"Sashiro is undoubtedly a very talented player."
"But what moved me more was his professionalism and spirit as a player."
"I really admire this!"
The reporters present were quite surprised that the cold-faced tough guy Lillard could say such words.
It was just a match with Sashiro.
It is really not easy to get such high praise from Lillard!
At this time, public opinion outside can be said to have exploded.
It's not just because of outside opinions.
More importantly, the Lakers showed a completely new state in these two games.
This state is completely different from the Lakers we saw in the previous season!!
Just because of Sashiro's joining, the Lakers' entire offensive efficiency has been greatly improved.
Although, the pace is slow.
And it's much slower...
But the scoring efficiency has improved!
The Lakers' scoring has become unusually stable, and Sashiro has initially shown the characteristics of the team's main scorer.
The most powerful evidence to verify this is.
Nick Young, he'll pass the ball to Sashiro!!!
The current Lakers team can be said to be full of hope in the eyes of everyone.
Many disheartened Lakers fans rekindled their hope after watching these two games.
Maybe this season...
The Lakers really have a chance to get a playoff ticket!!
On the other hand, the 76ers did not play very smoothly in these games.
Although the teams we played against were not strong ones.
But.
They didn't win these two games easily.
Although Fultz's performance is indeed not bad, but this thing can't stand the comparison! !
If you compare yourself to others, you will die; if you compare goods, you will throw them away.
Even as a rookie, Fultz has greatly exceeded the team's expectations during the season.
But.
A little side-by-side comparison...
Why!
That's too bad!
No eyes to see!!
Sashiro scored 60 points in his first game against the Thunder Big Three!
Facing the Trail Blazers' double shooters, he scored 48 points again! And he stopped at that point and left the game early!
This is exactly the posture of a strong man!!
The 76 people regretted it so much.
Oh shit!
Although I have retained the draft picks for the next few years, but...
Why is he getting angrier the more he thinks about it?
The more I think about it, the more I lose! ?
Did I miss out on some great thing that changed the times?
Depend on!!
The 76ers management now wants to give themselves a few slaps in the face to wake themselves up.
Otherwise, how could I do such a stupid thing! !
And the other side.
The Lakers' top management was extremely happy.
Seeing the result of the second game, they became more determined about their current goals.
That is it.
Use Sashiro as the core of the team!
Rebuild the Lakers' strategic system!!
For this purpose, Walton also specially found Sashiro and talked to him about his views on team building.
To be honest.
This is the first time I've asked a newcomer for his opinion!
However, for Sashiro, they really have to ask.
Because Sashiro's playing style and his entire role in the team give people a feeling that they have never seen before.
There is no reference template!!
Therefore, they communicated with Sashiro very seriously about the team's tactics and lineup arrangements.
After listening to their questions, Sashiro thought about it carefully.
Then he said:
"I think...the team's future style of play is...well, not too fast!"
"Forehead..."
Walton didn't expect it.
Isn't Sashiro's statement too simplistic and crude? ?
Not too fast??
Depend on!
Weren't you the one who pushed forward the fast break counterattack and fought with Westbrook before? ! ?
However, despite his complaints, out of respect for the top pick, Walton continued to ask:
"So what kind of lineup do you think is more suitable for this kind of play?"
Sashiro thought about it.
Then he said:
"The height requirement is actually not a big deal. The main issue is the defensive end."
"On defense, we need someone who can stop the opponent's offense, especially when the opponent is attacking the basket!!"
"It's better to drag them into a positional battle, or slow them down."
When Walton heard this, he really...
Open your eyes and horizons.
You know, the league has been advocating emphasis on offense in recent years!
The small lineup and run-and-gun tactics are also popular playing styles in the league that have been very popular in recent years!
This is all based on the premise of improving offensive speed and defensive transition efficiency.
This is the way to play in this era!!
But Sashiro is really unique.
When everyone is asking you to speed up, you actually want to slow down.
But.
At this time, Wharton changed his mind.
Hey, slow down?
This... doesn't seem to be impossible?
These words immediately gave Walton a new idea.
When others are trying to tap into their offensive firepower, if the Lakers strengthen their defensive lineup.
Then, maybe it can indeed play an unexpected role.
Moreover, this style of play may even disrupt the opponent's offensive rhythm.
Moreover, Sashiro's offensive threat is also quite great!
Can easily tear apart the small lineup's defensive system.
Sashiro is like an extremely sharp spear protruding from an extremely solid shield! !
This really maximizes the utilization of Sashiro's attack!!
Although it seems to be out of tune with the current mainstream, this may be the beginning of changing the entire alliance landscape! !
Think of this.
Suddenly, Vogel's face was filled with respect.
It turns out that this time, Sashiro is in the atmosphere!
Shame on you.
I didn't expect that as a head coach, I was not as thoughtful as a rookie.
It seems that I really need to reflect on this!
"Okay, the team will carefully consider the recent lineup adjustments."
"Don't worry, I will definitely slow down our team!"
"Then I'll leave first, you continue practicing!"
After saying that, Walton left with a serious look on his face.
Sashiro looked at him.
Somewhat unexpectedly he said:
"Why is he... so straightforward?"