On the pistons side, coach Dwayne Casey is a little worried.
How to restrict Wang Fei has become the most important issue he has to consider.
Facts have proved that using Luke Kennard to defend Wang Fei has been a complete failure.
But Luke Kennard has also tried his best. He is running as hard as he can, trying to make trouble for Wang Fei.
However, there is a big gap between his speed and ability and Wang Fei. As long as Wang Fei wants to get rid of Luke Kennard, Luke has absolutely no way.
Dwayne Casey was distressed.
But he still had to pretend to be calm.
"Guys, it's nothing. Yes, we're behind, but we still have time! As long as we don't give up, we still have a chance to catch up with the score!"
As he spoke, he looked at Griffin: "Blake, in the face of Wang Fei, I think you should make full use of your physical advantages, dare to collide reasonably and teach the other party a lesson. You can't be afraid of him! He's just a little faster. As long as you raise your vigilance, protect the ball with your body before he arrives and pass the ball to your teammates in time, I think he has a good defense against you It can't be too successful. Just now, it's obvious that he's doing high-intensity defense against you. I think it consumes a lot of his physical energy. Maybe if he plays again, he won't be able to defend you so hard. Come on! "
Griffin shook his head and said, "Kathy, no, I've just tried to push him away with physical advantage and reasonable collision. However, his speed is incredible. He dodges very fast, and his forward and direction change are beyond my defense. I hope what you said is true, and I hope he will encounter physical problems again."
At this moment, Chris Paul has left the dressing room.
He drove back to his house alone.
He was very disappointed.
Along the way, he was thinking about a question: should he accept de Anthony's arrangement to be Wang Fei's substitute?
It's a shame to be a rookie substitute.
For the proud Paul, it was really unacceptable.
However, if you don't accept it and quarrel with the coach, you may be abandoned by the Rockets?
Although I have a big contract in hand, there is nothing terrible.
However, he still hopes to make a good start and finish and play a little famous in the Rockets.
Last season, he and harden almost overturned the warriors and entered the finals.
Now, with Wang Fei, a powerful newcomer, the situation this year should be more promising, right?
For myself, it's late in my career. Is it really good to be angry for a while?
Shouldn't I be eager for the honor of the championship now?
Think about it.
Paul is a little curious.
That is: he wants to redefine his position in the Rockets!
Paul came home.
His wife, JEDA Crowley, greeted him with surprise.
"Chris, don't you have a game tonight? Why did you come back so early?" JEDA Crowley asked.
JEDA Crowley didn't come to the Rockets game tonight because she had something to do.
"Aha! I feel a little bad, so come back early and have a rest. Don't worry," Paul said with a smile, pretending nothing had happened.
"Is it really all right? I just watched the live broadcast of tonight's game. The Chinese boy played really well. He gave you a lot of pressure, didn't he? You're in a bad mood, aren't you?" JEDA Crowley asked with concern after holding her husband.
Chris Paul and his wife JEDA Crowley are famous model couples in the NBA.
They are very loving and have a very good relationship.
JEDA is a very virtuous woman. She keeps her husband's life in order.
"Well, don't say that Huaxia boy, okay?" Paul was a little upset.
"Chris, OK, we don't talk about him. I just think you shouldn't quarrel with Mike. You should have a good relationship with him. You have already proved yourself in the NBA. You don't lack anything now. What you lack is one or two O'Brien cups. Don't you always hope that the team can continue to strengthen and maintain strong competitiveness? Now, the situation of the Rockets is very difficult OK. Maybe you can get a championship this year. So you should be generous, "JEDA Crowley said carefully.
Paul took a deep breath. He nodded and said, "you have a point."
"But, you know, JEDA, they even want me to play as a substitute? To play as a substitute for that Chinese rookie? I really can't open my mind for the moment." Chris Paul opened his heart.
"It's nothing to play as a substitute. You're still a very important member of the team. The team needs your experience and wisdom. You can still play a very important role in the playoffs," JEDA Crowley said with a smile.
"Well, I actually want to open up. Just play as a substitute. That Huaxia boy can play with a group of substitutes, why can't I? I want to prove myself again! I'm still the strongest one." Chris Paul said with a smile.
"Yes! In my mind, you will always be the strongest and omnipotent Paul! I worship you! Honey, I will always be your fan!" JEDA Crowley said with a sweet smile.
"Dear, thank you! It's great to have your support. Now, turn on the TV and let me continue to watch the game," Paul said.
"Do you want to continue watching the ball? Baby, I think you should probably have a good rest and apologize to Mike tomorrow. I think he will forgive you," JEDA Crowley said.
"I want to watch the game and I hope the team can continue to win," Chris Paul said.
"I'll turn on the TV," JEDA Crowley shrugged.
She went to turn on the TV.
Then they sat on the sofa and began to watch the ball.
At this time, when the pistons played in the third quarter, even if the Rockets were the main force, they were still rubbed on the ground.
"Damn it! Why didn't that Huaxia boy play? Didn't Mike say he wanted him to play the main force?" Chris Paul shook his head and said.
"Maybe coach D'Antoni has other plans?" JEDA Crowley said.
"Mike will definitely ask Wang to play. The only reason he sits off the court is that he probably doesn't want to play," Chris Paul said.
"Why doesn't he want to play? Does he start playing big cards as a rookie? It's incredible?" JEDA Crowley said.
"No, JEDA, he's not playing big cards. He should have a physical problem. As you can see, he took the initiative to change out after playing for four minutes. The only defect of this Chinese rookie is that he has a physical problem!" Chris Paul said.
"A lot of people say so, but he still plays very eye-catching. Now, his score has reached 27 points and his assists are double. I have to say that he is really talented," JEDA Crowley said.