Chapter 21 [I can change history by eating]

The final score was 96 to 66, and the SuperSonics beat the Cavaliers by 30 points.

Yang Jian only played 25 minutes, but his performance was better than in the first game. He made 10 of 16 shots, 4 of 4 free throws, and scored 24 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks and 1 steal. He hit 6 goals in 12 mid-range shots, with a mid-range shooting percentage of 50%.

Yang Jian's shooting percentage was not as good as the previous game, but Bob Weiss praised him highly. Because he scores jump shots from multiple locations on the court, not just on the right side. A player who can shoot from no blind spots can help the team even more.

Yang Jian didn't make a single three-pointer in this game, and Weiss had no objection.

In this era, all coaches believe that it is only reasonable for players to shoot open three-pointers, and accurate mid-range shots are king. If any player takes more than five shots against the defense from outside the three-point line in a game, once the hit rate is not guaranteed, he may be waiting for him on the bench at the end of the game.

Yang Jian's defense was also good, beating the Cavaliers' first-round pick and well-known guard Bob Sura in the NCAA.

Sulla made 3 of 14 shots, 1 of 3 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. He only scored 5 points when facing Yang Jian, a three-pointer and a breakthrough layup.

After the game, Sura did not shake hands with the Sonics players or wait for his teammates. He turned around and returned to the locker room.

Yang Jian spent a lot of time on the court. After celebrating with his teammates, he signed autographs for some fans in the front row. These fans believe that his future is limitless, and it is very memorable to sign his name now.

Four members of the Sonics team scored in double figures. Scherer scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, which was the second scoring point.

In order to defend Yang Jian, the Cavaliers players did not give him an easy jump shot and could only reduce the protection of the penalty area. It was much easier for Scherer to hit the basket. The adjustments made by the Cavaliers coach were basically passive adjustments. In the end, they neither defended well nor the offense was in a mess.

When Yang Jian left the arena, local reporter Peter came to interview him again.

Yang Jian performed well in two consecutive games, and the newspaper thought it could be followed up and reported. In this year's Salt Lake City League, he is likely to become the most eye-catching player and the favorite for MVP.

This interview is mainly about Yang Jian's NCAA data. The newspaper has checked his physical test data and college data and thinks it is incredible.

Peter asked: "You have a very high shooting percentage on catch-and-shoot jump shots. Why did you take so few shots at Harvard and your teammates didn't pass the ball to you?"

"My shooting wasn't that accurate when I was in college, but I improved a lot after hard training. Last season ended very early, and a few months of training made me a completely different person." Yang Jianyan answered concisely and comprehensively.

This statement is logical, because "March Madness" has nothing to do with Harvard University, and the team had an early break.

Peter asked: "Then you are so fast, why didn't you break through or make cuts in college? I think you are only responsible for counterattacks, and you won't only get so many points."

"I don't know what I was responsible for on the court in college. Don't talk about this topic anymore." Yang Jian felt helpless when asked and told the truth.

"You dunked three more times today and your physical fitness is amazing. Do you have any special training methods?"

"100 push-ups every day, 100 sit-ups, 100 squats, and a 10-kilometer run every day."

Peter Khan said: "This sounds very ordinary."

"It's not ordinary. If you're not careful, you can become bald. Fortunately, I'm very talented so there are no side effects."

"..."

After briefly accepting the interview, Yang Jian and Snow returned to the hotel together. As usual, they took a shower first and then went to eat.

After ordering, Snow said happily: "Wes praised me again today and said that I will definitely get a contract. Do you want to share a room with me after returning to Seattle? We can practice together during the holidays."

"Okay." Yang Jian agreed immediately.

Both of them are earning a basic salary, and the money is not available all at once, so they cannot afford to buy a house. Renting an apartment in Seattle is not cheap, and small single apartments are hard to find. In addition, they have to consider the distance from their residence to the arena. Yang Jian does not have a driver's license, so it is more convenient for her to live with Snow, who can act as a driver.

Snow believes that Yang Jian is the best roommate candidate. They are both non-smokers and drinkers, so there will be no unpleasantness in sharing a room. When training, having someone to accompany you is much more effective than practicing alone. You can practice with each other.

The most critical point is that Snow is very poor, and living in a rented house would be very stressful.

Snow is the youngest of four brothers and three sisters. Almost all his family members live in small towns that resemble rural areas, and their daily consumption is not high. He is about to live in a big city and feels pressure. He needs friends and someone to take care of him while working hard in a different place.

Yang Jian needs friends even more because he is not used to living in the United States. He can't find a girlfriend for the time being, so sharing a room with his teammates is the best option. If they have a girlfriend and want to live together in the future, it won't be too late to live separately.

Snow asked: "How do you practice shooting? Can you teach me during the holidays? I see that your shots are very fast and your movements are very beautiful. Is it too late for me to change my shooting movements now?"

"My shooting motion may not be suitable for you, so don't change it randomly. Being able to make the shot is the key."

Snow sighed: "I wish I were as accurate as you. I will work hard on mid-range shooting in the summer."

Yang Jian shook his head: "I suggest you practice three-pointers. As long as you can practice long-range shooting and defense, you will be an excellent 3D player, and you won't have to worry about signing a long-term contract. But if you can only open mid-range shots, the team needs When you open up space, it's very awkward."

Snow said with a wry smile: "I almost never shot three-pointers. The coach in college didn't let me shoot."

"Is there something wrong with your college coach's brain? You are a point guard who mainly passes the ball. If you don't practice three-pointers and pass the ball, you have to stand on the outside. After receiving the ball, you can find your teammates. If the opponent double-teams the star, he will leave you open. , wouldn't you rather just catch the ball and throw a three-pointer?"

Snow hesitated. "The coach said that the closer the shot is to the basket, the higher the hit rate."

"Yeah, but are you good at getting close to the basket? With my speed and jumping ability, I can get to the basket and hit other people's strengths?"

"It makes sense." Snow sighed. His breakthrough is not sharp and he cannot jump. He is purely looking for shots when he gets close to the basket.

Yang Jian said: "Unless your mid-range shooting percentage is above 45%, it is better to shoot three-pointers. You will make 4 out of 10 shots, and you will get 8 points with a 40% hit rate. You will score 3 goals out of 10 three-pointers. A 30% shooting rate is worth 9 points. What do you think can help the team win more?"

This is a simple arithmetic problem, but not many coaches in the NBA can calculate this now. Snow was stunned for a moment. He had never thought about comparing the efficiency of mid-range shooting and three-point shooting. He only knew that shooting three-pointers was more difficult.

Even if the mid-range shot is as high as 50%, it is only one point more than a three-point shot with a 30% shooting rate. How many of the big-name NBA stars have a two-point shooting percentage of 50%? There are almost no outside players, and Jordan's overall score is only 50%.

Snow asked: "Then why have you been practicing mid-range shots instead of three-pointers recently?"

"My goal is to become a superstar. I must practice shooting without blind spots, and I can attack with and without the ball. If I don't feel good on the outside, I can make a mid-range shot. If I don't feel good on the mid-range shot, I can break through. I can make adjustments according to my status. . Your goal is to be an excellent role player, just being able to shoot three-pointers and defend is enough."

Snow nodded. "You're right, I'll practice three-pointers during the holidays. I organize attacks from the outside and have a wider field of vision, but I don't know if I can practice well."

"If you don't practice well in one year, you should have made some progress in three years, right? Even if you can't shoot 40% in open shots in three years, but you can hit 35% of three-pointers, it will be better than if you hit two-pointers. As long as you practice well If you score three points, I believe that even if your physical fitness is average, you can play in the NBA for more than ten seasons with your tactical skills."

Snow's little eyes sparkled, and she began to look forward to a bright future. He feels that he has been very successful after playing 10 seasons in the NBA. If he can sign a middle-class contract, he will not have to worry about life in this life.

Snow's goal was very low, and Yang Jian knew that he could do it without any suggestions. He would definitely be better if he could shoot three-pointers.

Yang Jian wanted to see how far Snow could go. In the parallel world, Snow had a pretty good shooting rate in open mid-range shots. He should be able to shoot even one or two steps away.

The two of them were eating fried chicken and chatting, and Yang Jian suddenly heard the system's beep.

"The host changed the history of NBA stars. All-star player Hersey Hawkins lost the opportunity to join the SuperSonics and was defeated by Michael Jordan in the finals to increase his popularity. The host gained +1 attribute points and randomly selected Hawkins. Skill - "Archer!" "

Yang Jian held a chicken drumstick in front of her mouth, a little confused.

What happened?

Can I change history by eating?