One Guard

Chapter 698: New and old partners

For LeBron James, Yiyang may be the opponent he is most eager to defeat now. No new-generation player can put as much pressure on him as Yiyang. Even Rose and the Bulls at their peak cannot threaten the Heat's dominance in the league.

But last season, what Yiyang did made James know that he had to make changes. If he continues to partner with Bosh and Wade, he will not be able to defeat Yiyang.

He needs some teammates who are younger and more energetic like Yiyang. So, Irving and Love came to him.

Irving is indeed very energetic. He may be the only young defender in the entire league besides Wall who has the ability to compete with Yiyang. Lillard? Lillard's tragic loss to Yiyang last season is still being "whipped" by people from time to time.

Owen controlled the ball in front of Yiyang and was not as anxious to attack as before. In the past, the Cavaliers had only Irving who could attack, but it's different now. He has greater teammates around him.

James takes the basketball and he is the Cavaliers' real ball handler. Iguodala doesn't dare to slack off. James' outstanding performance in last season's finals is still fresh in his memory.

Love came up to pick and roll for LeBron. James didn't hesitate and started immediately!

Iguodala quickly got rid of Love and pressed forward, but the Cavaliers actually set up a double screen! After getting rid of Love, there is still a stronger Tristan Thompson waiting for Iguodala.

Seeing Iguodala being delayed, Gobert quickly returned to the penalty area to protect the basket.

If it were placed last season, James would have no choice but to bite the bullet and attack. But this year, everything is different.

I saw James break through halfway and then decisively take the ball outside for one point. Kevin Love shot from outside the three-point line without hesitation!

Although Bosh also has the ability to shoot three-pointers, we have to admit that Bosh's stability and threat from beyond the three-point line are no longer as great as Love.

Love was born as a guard. If it hadn't been for his sudden growth after high school, the Love we see now might be a three-point shooter on the back line.

His soft touch has been preserved even after he switched to playing inside. Yiyang's interference is very active, and Krefu's shooting point is not low.

Just like that, Love's three-pointer pierced the heart of the Mavericks. LeBron James high-fived Love to celebrate the goal!

"The Cavaliers gave the Mavericks a strong response. Love hit a three-pointer as soon as he came up. He needs teammates who can open up the space for him. LeBron really needs such helpers. Dwyane couldn't do that before. Yes, both Kevin and Owen can help him do it!"

Wade shook his head and had to admit that this Cavaliers is more suitable for LeBron than the Heat. Under such a system, James can play more comfortably.

But so what? My mission today is to defeat you!

Therefore, when the Mavericks attacked again, young Dion Waiters was distracted by Wade's running.

Originally, Waiters planned to compete with Irving for the team leader position, but after James and Love came, Waiters had nothing to do with him.

His strength lies in offense, not defense. But next to Irving, what he needs is a defensive partner.

Therefore, Waiters' shortcomings are becoming more and more magnified, and his status with the Cavaliers is getting lower and lower.

Now every game, Waiters must do his best to prove himself. He stuck closely behind Wade and ran as fast as he could.

The results of it? The result of this is that Wade ran away and completely threw away Waiters who had no reservations! Defense is not just about who can run faster.

Wade ran to the mid-range position, and Yiyang's pass arrived immediately. Waiters hurriedly blocked it, but Wade used the time difference to complete the breakthrough.

Wade broke through to the inside, used his body to hold Love, and then hit the board for a layup!

Wade is still the same Wade.

Even if he plays intermittently in December, as long as he plays, Wade will work hard to win.

James couldn't help but smile, his old buddy was still working so hard. It's a pity that the current Cavaliers are not afraid of Wade. No matter how hard Wade works, it will be difficult for him to be the one who decides the outcome of the game.

Sure enough, Irving immediately made Wade experience the bitter taste of aging. In the next attack, Waiters set up a screen for Wade near the midfield line with a very clear purpose, forcing Yiyang and Wade to switch defenses.

Wade switched to Irving, facing a child much younger than himself, but he did not dare to slack off at all. Irving was not afraid of Wade either. He made a beautiful change of direction from his crotch to his back and changed hands. Wade was actually shaken by Irving's dazzling move and lost his center of gravity!

When he turned back to catch up, Irving had already used his own speed to drive to the basket as fast as Yiyang.

The penalty area guarded by Gobert is a nightmare for most outside players. But it's obvious that Irving is now capable of dealing with Gobert.

Facing the French tower's block, Irving used a very beautiful lever action to successfully avoid it. He is cool, handsome and can score goals. It is no wonder that Irving has become the most popular idol among defenders in the new era, second only to Yiyang.

"That guy is an aerial magician. As long as you don't guard him, he can shine."

After continuing Love, Irving also expressed his stance with his actions. James' team has taken on a new look. It is definitely impossible for the Mavericks to get through it as easily as last season!

Wade took a breath, Kyrie Irving? What a tough guy to deal with. But if you think I can defeat you like this, you are totally wrong!

The entire first quarter of the game ended with the confrontation between the two sides. The two teams met for the first time and were unfamiliar with each other, so they couldn't come up with any good defensive strategies.

James and Yiyang, the two top organizers, handled the team's offense in an orderly manner, allowing their teammates to play very efficiently.

The excitement of the first quarter made the game live up to the reputation of "Christmas War". But in Barkley's view, this game was far from what he imagined.

"What I longed to see was the wonderful offense and defense from both sides, but in the first quarter, I only saw their offense and no defense at all! To be honest, the Christmas finale shouldn't be at this level." Barkley watched Looking at the statistics of both sides in the first quarter, the shooting percentages were extremely high. 30 to 35, the Cavaliers temporarily led by 5 points, and the score was also very high.

"But there is no doubt that the fans like this kind of game. Only a freak like you would find the hearty offense unsightly." O'Neal immediately retorted. This guy would not give up any opportunity to complain about Barkley.

But Barkley's words will definitely be approved by Carlisle. So after taking a break during this section, the first thing he said to the players was: "Stop the Cavaliers' three-point shooting!"

In the first quarter of the game, the fiery three-point touch of the Cavaliers was the reason why their offense was so smooth. Carlisle's next step was to kill the Cavaliers' three-point shot and isolate James again.

"Dirk, you go against Kevin Love. Although he is standing at the five position, Tristan Thompson is actually the one protecting the rim. So, Rudy, you don't have to follow Kevin. He ran away for half the game and left it to Dirk to deal with.”

After Carlisle finished speaking, the inside duo of Dirk and Gobert nodded.

After the start of the second quarter, the Cavaliers still played with their full lineup. The Cavaliers' main players played a very long time in the first quarter of today's game, but it can be seen that Cavaliers coach David Blatt is already stretched thin in terms of employment.

The Cavaliers' injuries are very serious, except for the main players, basically everyone is injured. Therefore, in this game, Blatter only has the main force of dead grass.

In the first attack of the opening game, when James broke through with the ball again, he found that the Mavericks would no longer continue to shrink with him. But after seeing Gobert still under the basket, James started looking for Love, maybe that guy had gotten a chance.

However, when James found Love ambushing in the right corner, he miraculously stood up against the experienced "German Tank".

"The defense has changed, and Coach Carlisle's defense change has been very successful. Now, Gobert will protect the basket, and LeBron has no option to pass the ball!"

James took a step back, then suddenly started to speed up. At that moment, he suddenly felt like he was back with the Heat.

James used his strong body to force himself inside, and despite the fierce confrontation with Iguodala, he still struggled to score the ball.

Although the Cavaliers still scored, Carlisle smiled unnoticeably. If James continues to play like this, there will be no difference from last season!

If a defense is successful, it can only be regarded as a coincidence. But when the exact same situation happened twice in a row, James had to be alert.

Except for James and Tristan Thompson, everyone else on the Cavaliers faces pressing defense.

James didn't rush, but waited at the top of the key for Irving to get the chance. But how could Yiyang be thrown away so easily? Owen used several counter-runs and bypassed several screens, but he still couldn't get rid of the Chinese man's entanglement.

What about LeFou? Love does not have the ability to run into open spaces without the ball. James gritted his teeth and decided to do it himself!

But this time, James could not escape Gobert's clutches. After being delayed by Iguodala, Gobert worked hard together and gave James a big risk!

Yiyang received the basketball and launched a fast break with a super-long ground-breaking pass.

The basketball passed through the crowd and went straight to the right side of the court. There, Wade has already started and is ready!

Owen was not slow and immediately caught up with him. If Wade wanted to launch a fast break five years ago, no one would be able to catch up and make up for it. But things are different now. Wade is no longer the lightning on the court.

Irving clings to Wade, and Wade's progress has been hindered. But this stubborn No. 3 has not stopped. Is a younger partner? LeBron, I want to see what your partner is capable of!

Withstanding Irving's impact, Wade drove straight in and continued to break through to the basket. When he entered the three-second zone, Wade had not yet slowed down his pace. This guy really worked hard.

Wade took the initiative to push Irving away due to physical confrontation, then jumped up on one foot and tried to dunk!

Irving immediately returned to Wade's side, and the physical confrontation between the two was fierce. If Wade had faced such a confrontation last season, he would have collapsed.

But today, Wade was full of strength and he gritted his teeth and persisted!

Being apart from each other also makes us stronger, LeBron!

Wade dunked successfully but was knocked out of balance by Irving. But he tried hard to hold on until he dunked the basketball into the basket, and then fell down with "relief".

Watching the basketball enter the frame and hearing the referee blow the whistle, Wade smiled slightly. What came next was a sharp pain in his back.

"Wade dunked hard and won himself a chance to hit a three-pointer!" O'Neal jumped up. It is almost 2015, not 2006. But Wade's dunk just now reminded "Shark" of the young man in 2006!

Dwayne, you have never changed!

Yiyang almost ran all the way to Wade. The confrontation between him and Irving just now was very fierce. It was not that Irving did this intentionally, but that both of them were unable to contain their inertia while traveling at high speed.

"You brat, why are you staring at me? Help me up and shoot the free throw." Wade said, stretching out his arm.

Wade grabbed Yiyang's forearm and stood up again. After getting up, he happened to meet James' eyes.

Your young partner seems to be a little behind, LeBron!

Wade stood at the free throw line, his focused eyes still on. After accurately throwing the basketball into the basket, the 5-point difference between the Mavericks and the Warriors was instantly filled.

This time, James didn't smile because of Wade's outstanding performance. He knew very well that once this brother broke out, he would have nothing to gain.

35 to 35, the Christmas game is still exciting. A good defensive strategy and Wade's excellent performance have already made the Cavaliers somewhat overwhelmed.

However, Yiyang has not started to show off today...

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