Chapter 85 The Fighting Method between the Marshals
The noise of the fans and the quarrel between the players are just appetizers before the game.
It's just a tit-for-tat move on the Celtic side, which really made the atmosphere in the stadium burst again.
"Celtics!!!", this crazy shout echoed in the North Shore Garden.
The head coaches of the two teams still have to keep relatively calm. They are not players and can't really play neatly, but planning off the court may be the key to victory.
D'Anthony has not made much adjustments. It continues the starting lineup of the previous games. Stability is the advantage of the Suns. Although it has not yet played, everyone can see that Nash, Marion, Bell, Thomas and Stadmeier all stood on the sidelines listening to D'Anthony's final tactical guidance.
The lineup of the Suns is indeed stable enough, but there is also a drawback, that is, there is no change.
You don't have to guess, you can know what starting lineup D'Antoni will arrange, unless someone is injured.
Even Rivers said when preparing before the game that the Suns' starting line-up was the least suspenseful.
Because D'Antoni is not the kind of coach who has the courage to make some changes in every game, and now this stable lineup is originally created by him. It is difficult for a coach to deny himself.
Especially for a coach like D'Antoni, who is already familiar with the team, he prefers a more stable lineup.
However, even if it is a group of familiar subordinates, D'Antoni seems to be very careful. After all, the results of the first two seasons are really beautiful. This season, he is also looking for a breakthrough, so he must be careful every step.
Although he has an advantage in strength, D'Antoni still has to explain the task to everyone. "Steve, you don't need to say much about your position. It's up to you to connect the whole team and the things on the court."
For the two regular season MVP winner and his own generals, D'Antoni has always been very reassured.
And Nash really didn't let him down, so D'Anthony basically didn't have to say anything to Nash.
"Sean, you and Amarley should pay attention to cooperation, especially in rebounding, to help Cote."
D'Anthony said to Marion and Stadmeier, especially Stadmeier. D'Anthony explained word by word that he was really afraid that this guy would become impulsive as soon as his head was hot.
Especially the bald boy from the Celtics had just finished provoking. He was really afraid that Stadmeier would suddenly go crazy. After all, all this trouble was caused by this guy.
De Anthony doesn't want anything wrong with a regular season, so he has to tell this boy.
"No problem, boss." Marion agreed happily, but Stadmeier didn't say anything.
"I know." Nash poked this guy, and Stadmeier had to respond.
Although D'Antoni is not so satisfied with the attitude of this big guy, it is like this now, and he can only send a signal to Nash with his eyes.
I hope that my team leader can take good care of Stadmeier, the troublemaker.
Nash also nodded, saying that he understood the head coach's intention, but it could be seen that Nash, as the leader of the team, had no good idea about this little brother's hot temper.
Just like the provocation of the other party just now, people like Nash and Marion can stand it, but Stadmeyer's temper can only be hard on the other side.
"OK, Thomas's task is to keep the rebound, and Bell, you have to keep an eye on Pierce."
Although D'Antoni still has some concerns about the use of Thomas, if he fights with the opponent here, Thomas's rebounding ability must be used.
As for Bell, his character, which even Kobe dares to deal with Pierce, is the best way to deal with him.
De Anthony's tactical arrangement is actually very simple, and there is no special target. He just lets the players play the game according to their own habits. Attack will be the main theme of their tactics.
And D'Antoni looked at the hot atmosphere in the North Shore Garden Arena. He also thought that Rivers might choose to attack. After all, it was at home, and it was such a hot environment.
Although the guy Stadmeier often causes trouble, D'Antoni has a little strength this time. If the other party really chooses to attack against himself, it really suits him.
But the Suns' action did not attract much attention. Instead, it was the starting lineup of the Celtics, which caused a lot of **.
"This is really a crazy move! I can only pray that Rivers is not overwhelmed by anger.
Kenny Smith exclaimed so much when he saw the Celtics' starting lineup clearly.
It is estimated that not only Kenny Smith was surprised, but also Barkley muttered, "Does Rivers think Nash can be locked up by a novice?" This guy is daydreaming, isn't he?
No wonder even the two commentators are so surprised, because Rivers did not choose West to play, but let Rondo enter the starting list. Obviously, this is to be against Nash.
One is the top master who has won the regular season MVP for two consecutive years, and the other is a rookie who has just entered the NBA for a few days. This contrast is not a little bit, and it is not surprising that it can attract amazement.
Although Celtics fans fully support the team, Rivers' newbie in this kind of defense of Boston's dignity does make many Boston fans feel a little incredible.
What's more, Rondo will face Nash this time, which is the MVP of the two regular season! Is it that easy to deal with? Both experience and personal ability are obviously much better than Rlongduo.
Although the exclamation on the sidelines sounded, Rivers was not moved at all. He just stared at Ron to explain the tactical arrangement, "Score and assists, you will definitely lose, but I need you to stick to him. As long as he plays uncomfortable, you will complete the task I gave you."
In fact, when Rivers was considering the tactical arrangement, he had already thought about whether it was Upper West or Rondo, or Tony Allen. After thinking about it, Rivers still decided to let Ron top.
The reason for doing this is also very simple. When Thibodeau objected, Rivers told him a reason, "Whether it's West or Tony, it's a disadvantage to fight with Nash."
"Nash is a perfect match for the Suns' offensive and defensive system. With this guy in the organization, whether it is the overall offensive firepower of the team or the improvement of his personal data, it is not something that West can handle."
"Since we can't find a guy like Nash in our team, why don't you try Rondo? At least in terms of the series team, that boy obviously does better than West."
After listening to this reason, Thibodeau stopped saying anything, because he also knew that Rondo's advantage was that he could send assists steadily and contribute his energy to defense.
Compason with West and others, Rondo may only be worse than experience, but in terms of ability, he does not have any disadvantages. Even Siberto dares to say that if he gives this boy a year or two, he will be better.
There is no problem between the head coach and the partner, and the rest will not say much. This may be the biggest change in the Celtics since the beginning of this season, and a high degree of internal unity can be achieved.
In addition to the reason why Rivers has been coaching the Celtics for two years, it is more because Auerbach said before the start of the season that troublemakers can get out of here immediately!
Although Auerbach no longer holds any real position in the team, even the team owner will respect the old man who has served the team for half a century.
If someone really annoys Auerbach, the old guy will definitely make the troublemaker get out of here.
And no one in Boston will object, because the old man has brought them too much honor, let alone a person who likes nonsense, so no one will ever want to challenge him.
The king of Boston has said that even a big star like Pierce dare not take its edge. What's more, with others, with such an old guy pressing behind, Rivers naturally has confidence.
And the cohesion within the team is also unprecedentedly stable because it played well in these games at the beginning of the season. No matter who it is, it will obey the head coach's arrangement, so Rondo is completely fine.
Even West, the guy who was robbed of the starting position, can pat Rondo on the shoulder and say, "I can't handle Nash, so the difficult MVP will be dealt with by you."
Like Chen Feng, he was more direct. He grinned with Rondo in his arms, "Your boy finally got to the starting line-up."
Of course, Rondo will never give Chen Feng a good look. "Get out of here, you're the one who fooled!"
"Don't be complacent. You can't stare at the MVP. You must have a hard time, but it's okay. When I get on, hang out with me and watch me help you clean up those guys."
Chen Feng's shameless strength really made Rondo and West feel that they had nothing to say.
Rivers not only used Rando as the starting point guard, but also abandoned the injured Ratliff and the average Ogvokandi on the inside line, which is equivalent to the commanding height of the insider at all.
Perkins and Jefferson join hands to block the inside, but they have to face heavy weapons like Stadmeyer, and with experienced Thomas as a helper beside Stadmeyer.
"With your body, remember, the task of you two is to carry it hard with each other with your body, especially Perkins. You must be stuck in Thomas on the inside. The old man's body is not as strong as before, and he can't play much role in the current offensive style of the Suns."
"So, we must carry them! Especially under the basket, you must get stuck in Thomas's rebounding route, and let Marion and Stadmeier go to the inside line as much as possible and hold them down!"
"Tony, you go and stare at Bell and make trouble for him as much as possible. Don't let this guy who likes to play black hands interfere with Pierce's attack. We need to squeeze the opponent with oppressive defense!"
As Rivers rushed to the team members around him to explain the task, he was carefully considering whether there were any loopholes in his tactics, but he still had bigger chips in his hand.
Jefferson and Perkins fought with their opponents first, and as for the bench, there was a crazy guy.
Although Rivers doesn't know if the boy is ready now, he believes that as soon as this guy steps into the field, he will let everyone understand what kind of energy he has.
Maybe even D'Antoni has acquiesced that the Celtics will fight with the Suns for their offensive ability at home because of their anger, but Rivers just wants to surprise their opponents.
Yes, he is quite unhappy with Stadmeier's provocation, but a kind of anger can't bring victory to the Celtics. Only a calm mind can let a head coach command the team.
Since you all think we will attack? So why can't we use forced defense to kill the Suns' firepower? You have offensive firepower, and we also have a group of desperate bandits!
That's why Rivers gave up West, who was obviously stronger than Rondo's offensive ability on the defender line, and did not let the inside line seize the commanding heights, in order to be flexible enough to oppress the opponent more fiercely.
As for the attack? With the two guys, Jefferson and Pierce, you don't need to worry too much. Instead of competing for the opponent's scoring ability, it's better to highlight a few fire points and then fight for the body more directly.
If you really score with your opponent, maybe you will be in the arms of D'Antoni and fight with the team that scores first in the league. What a stupid idea it is. Rivers is not a fool.
Although Rivers and Siebodeau's expressions were unhappy when they entered the field, the two guys were just playing a trap for D'Antony in this way.
Since you are ready to play against the opponent, it's better to do it thoroughly and act in a full set.
Attack with defense. Although there is no crazy data, why not do you want to win a solid victory? At least this is much more reliable compared with the idea of scoring.
After explaining the tactics, Rivers carefully took a look at the starting five-person group and said word by word, "They are the first in the league. We are only in the middle, but here, we are the masters."
"No matter how powerful those guys are, it must be them who lie down in the end. Remember my words, fight, fight them to the death. I need you to fight for every ball and get rid of their gorgeousness!"
Attacking instead of defense and strong oppression is a big meal left by Rivers for D'Antony. He will start from the first second of the game and fight to the end.
Rivers didn't plan to let his opponent go like this. Now that he has the ambition to revive the team, let everyone see the changes of the Celtics from this moment!
This is the fight between their two head coaches. Rivers doesn't want to lose to that guy.
This is the North Shore Garden Arena. Can you guys from Phoenix do whatever you want?
How dare you dream!
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