readytorunbook Chapter 226 Playoff preview
Chapter 226 Playoff preview
Chapter 226 Playoff preview
With Brad Miller injured, the Heat's offensive burden naturally fell more on Chen Mo.
Chen Mo had to organize the offense and finish the scoring. It must be said that the pressure was very high.
In the next two games, against the Hornets and Spurs, the Heat won another one and lost one.
It can be seen that Brad Miller's absence has had a considerable impact on the Heat.
The defensive end is okay. Putting Tony Batty in the starting lineup will at least not cause too many loopholes on the defensive end.
But on the offensive end, without Brad Miller's high-level support, the Heat's tactics are much simpler.
Once the tactics are too simple, the opponent will also become very simple when defending.
The only good news is that for the best period of time, the Heat basically play at home, which is a big plus for them.
Although the team lost a few games, at least they did not have a losing streak and were not too sluggish.
The good news is that, next, the Heat won two consecutive victories, and the Supersonics and Warriors rushed to send warmth.
In addition to the average strength of the two teams, more importantly, the adjustment of the Heat has gradually paid off.
The offensive firepower of the starting lineup has been weakened, but in recent games, the substitutes have performed very well.
最近几场比赛，卡隆巴特勒场均能拿到16.1分5.6篮板3.2助攻，还有莫威廉姆斯也发挥不错，13.4分2.4篮板2.5助攻。
Although the two can slightly fill in the offensive firepower of Brad Miller's absence, it is not so easy to win.
More importantly, Chen Mo gradually adapted to the new tactics.
Since Brad Miller was injured, Chen Mo has averaged 28.3 points, 6.4 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game.
Of course, while the data has increased, the corresponding efficiency has decreased, with a shooting percentage of 46% and a three-point shooting percentage of 41%.
It looks like a very good shooting rate, but in fact, Chen Mo's shooting rate has remained above 48% before, and the three-point shooting rate is as high as 45%.
There was no way, without an inside player who could attract firepower, Chen Mo received more attention.
The Heat's state has improved, but the next game is not so easy to play.
Next, the Heat will start an away trip to challenge the Pistons, Nets, and Cavaliers.
These few games are quite important, and basically they are games to determine the places and rankings in the playoffs.
Similarly, the attention of these games is also very high.
Needless to say, the Pistons have made great strides since this period of time, achieving a record of 7 wins and 1 loss.
Especially with the addition of Rasheed Wallace, everyone suddenly found that the Pistons are even more difficult to play.
Rasheed is like a piece of the puzzle, perfectly integrated into the Pistons.
No one else said that but Larry Brown, who loves Rasheed Wallace to death.
Rasheed Wallace's style of play is hard enough, his defense is equally strong, and he has a good mid-range.
More importantly, of course, Rasheed Wallace doesn't shoot [-]s.
That's what matters most to Larry Brown.
For such a "perfect" player, being able to integrate into the Pistons is a godsend for Larry Brown.
Especially a few days ago, the Pistons just beat the Pacers.
Not only because the Pacers are No. [-] in the East, but more importantly, the grievances between the two sides.
You know, the Pistons led by Carlisle last year were No. [-] in the Eastern Conference.
As a result, Larry Brown came to pick the peaches confidently, and now he is only third in the Eastern Conference.
Moreover, from the perspective of the two sides, the Pacers have won two games in a row.
Such a result is absolutely unacceptable to Larry Brown.
Otherwise, he would not use all his connections to find ways to trade for Rasheed Wallace.
He didn't even hesitate to use the halo of intelligence reduction on the Eagles' management.
Just defeated the first place in the Eastern Conference, and now they are ushering in the second place in the Eastern Conference. Larry Brown and the Pistons are full of confidence.
In addition, the Pistons also have the belief that they will win this game.
Because the two sides are likely to meet in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Not only the Pistons think so, but also the Heat, and the entire league thinks so.
"A preview of the Eastern Conference semifinals!"
No, even TNT has played such an advertisement to attract the attention of fans.
It can even be said that this game will be the highlight of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Because there is really not much suspense about the other game.
Nets: Humiliate me every day?
"Eastern semifinals? Don't worry about the media's nonsense, everyone knows that the media's mouth is a liar.
We are the ones who want to compete for the first place in the Eastern Conference. There is no such thing as a preview of the semifinals. "
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Before the game against the Pistons, in the locker room, Stan Van Gundy was making final preparations.
Maybe it's because the media's publicity has gone too far in the past few days, and even the players of the Heat have been affected.
No way, in the Heat's main rotation, at least 5 players are rookies in the first and second grades.
In such an atmosphere, especially when it comes to the playoffs, it will definitely be affected.
The only good news is that Chen Mo is in good condition.
This made Stan Van Gundy breathe a sigh of relief. The most important thing is that the core players are okay.
Don't look at how easy he said, don't believe the media's nonsense, they want to fight for No.1...
In fact, for this game, Stan Van Gundy, and even Pat Riley, prepared a lot.
In their hearts, they have already defaulted to playing against the Pistons in the playoffs.
At this time, if they can win, otherwise they can establish a certain psychological advantage in the playoffs.
"CCTV, CCTV, here is the sports channel, and the next thing I want to bring you is the Heat's away game against the Pistons.
Well, the signal ahead has been transmitted, let us focus on this game. "
……
Following Sun Zhengping's voice, CCTV also officially began broadcasting the match.
"Director Zhang, this game is very important for Shuang."
Weiping Bryant said with a smile: "It is indeed the case. One of the two sides ranks second and the other ranks third. It is very likely that they will meet in the playoffs.
At this time, whoever plays better and wins more will have more confidence in the playoffs. "
"That's right, that's the case, but this game is more challenging for the Pistons."
"Brad Miller's injury must have a huge impact on the Heat's offense, especially the positional offense.
In terms of the lineup, neither Grant nor Haslem can get Brad Miller.
Under such circumstances, the heavy burden of organizing the team's offense had to rest on Xiao Chen alone. "
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Not only the domestic side, but also American TV stations are paying special attention to this game.
As the schedule enters the final sprint stage, the situation of the playoffs is gradually becoming clear.
Teams that can enter the playoffs, as well as those key games, will naturally receive more attention.
(End of this chapter)