Chapter 65: Fighting for Whom

The content of the entire first half of the game was not much different from the first few rounds.

Although Selinborg kept changing his offensive tactics and wanted to break the Bulldogs' defense, they all had little effect.

He needs someone to break through the Bulldogs' defense by attacking with the ball in order to force a change in defensive shape.

But it is a pity that there are no players of this level in the Hodge team.

They can only rely on long-range shots that look good, and the Bulldogs' sporadic defensive mistakes to score.

In turn, the Hodges' double-teaming of Curry allowed the rest of the Bulldogs to get a lot of easy shots, many of which were open.

Although Curry didn't score much, he sent 15 assists within 7 minutes of his debut, and there were many hockey assists that were passed to teammates and then assisted by others.

He was really uncomfortable playing, but he drove his teammates through subtle passes and made the team's offense flourish.

By the end of the first half, the battle between the two sides was 45:29. The Bulldogs led the Hodges by 16 points and entered the intermission with a huge advantage.

Looking at Zhang Yu on the other side of the technical stage, Salinberg's eyes were full of envy.

It's great to have a player like Curry who can attract most of the opponent's defensive attention by standing on the court...

"Seth, the Bulldogs' offensive integrity is very strong, do you think we should try to defend Curry alone first?" The assistant coach next to Selinberg suggested.

He really couldn't stand it anymore. The rest of the Bulldogs had good shooting ability. If they let them shoot, the Hodges would just surrender in the second half.

"No, we will continue to double-team Curry!" Selinberg shook his head slowly, his voice very firm.

He knew better than anyone else that this game was going to be explained here, and the overall strength of the Hodges team was far behind that of the Bulldogs team.

But the results of the top [-] are enough for him to do business, and he can stop the mouths of those on the board of directors.

Anyway, if he wants to lose, he can accept losing to Butler University, but he cannot accept losing to Curry.

Let others score, it can be said that the overall strength of Butler University players is stronger.

And if you let Curry score high and lead the team to win the game, wouldn't that be slapping him in the face?

In short, the game can be lost, Curry must die!

During the intermission, Selinberg once again emphasized the importance of double-teaming Curry:

"We must spare no effort to put pressure on Curry! You did a good job in the first half and restricted his performance. Otherwise, it would not be as simple as falling behind by 16 points. Make persistent efforts in the second half!"

The Hodge players nodded solemnly, especially Zabian and Harmon.

In the past two days, the media has dug up that Curry was rejected by Virginia Tech and had a certain relationship with them. It aroused the ridicule of Curry fans on the Internet, which made the two very wronged.

We didn't even know who Stephen Curry was, so what does that have to do with us?

Be sure to guard Curry!

In the locker room of the home team, except for Curry who was a little depressed, everyone else talked and laughed easily.

This game is too easy for them. The defensive end rotates according to the training tactics, and the offensive end also moves step by step. Naturally, there are opportunities for open shots. It is said that it is a game, which is not much different from the training game.

No, there is still a difference. If you are not on the same team as Curry and Butler in the training game, it will be difficult to win.

From this point of view, this is still simpler than the training match.

Zhang Yu stood at the front of the crowd, looking at the tactical board in his hand, but found that there was nothing to say.

If the enemy does not move, I will not move. Now that the team has the advantage, there is no need to make changes.

Then pour some chicken soup, as the last insurance for winning.

clap clap clap!

He clapped his hands to attract everyone's attention, and said with a smile:

"Do you know the significance of this game?"

"Know! As long as we win, we can break through the best record in history!" Julian Beko shouted loudly.

He also got a lot of playing time in the first half, scoring 2 points on 2 shots from 6 shots, and he was in a good mood.

"Julian is right, but is that all?" Zhang Yu nodded approvingly, and looked around the locker room for another week.

Everyone looked at each other hesitantly and shook their heads.

Zhang Yu pointed in the direction of Curry:

"Look at Stephen's expression."

The players looked over one after another and found that Curry was slumped on a chair, with a towel on his head, like a turban, chewing on his braces sullenly.

"Have you forgotten? We are playing in Charlotte, which is Stephen's hometown! The head coach of the Hodges once rejected Stephen. This game is not only to break through history, but also to give a sigh of relief for Stephen. !So... who are we fighting for?" Zhang Yu said.

"Fight for the bulldog!" Drew shouted subconsciously.

"Huh?" Zhang Yu glanced at him.

"Fight for...for Stephen!" Drew quickly changed his words.

Zhang Yu smiled and said:

"Very good, since he didn't let Stephen have a chance to score, let's change the way and let him know what kind of player he missed..."

The 15-minute intermission passed quickly, the starting players of both sides returned to the field, and the game continued.

The Bulldogs attacked, and as soon as Curry got to the frontcourt, he was double-teamed by Zabian and Harmon.

He took advantage of the opportunity to distribute the ball, and after receiving the ball, Graves resolutely shot a three-pointer regardless of Jeff Allen who came from the bottom line to defend him!

The basketball almost flew past Jeff Allen's fingertips, knocked to the front of the rim, and bounced twice before falling into the rim.

Looking back, the Hodges missed the offense, the rebound was protected by Drew, and Curry took advantage of the opportunity to push for a fast break.

But Zabian has been paying attention to his movements, and when he saw this, he immediately stopped in front of him, not letting him increase his speed.

Out of the corner of Curry's eye, he saw Jeff Allen double-teaming here, deliberately dribbling the ball to the sideline, giving the two an excellent pinch opportunity, and then jumped up and threw the ball to the middle.

Butler followed up from behind to the frontcourt and took the ball.

At this time, Jeff Allen, who should be defending him, went to double-team Curry. There was no defense in front of him, and he could rush into the inside and dunk an empty basket.

But Butler stopped immediately after receiving the ball and directly shot a three-pointer!

brush!

The basketball went into the net, and even the Bulldogs fans in the arena were stunned for a moment before they realized it. Only a few people applauded sporadically.

No one thought that Butler would directly shoot a three-pointer in an unguarded fast break.

And Zhang Yu on the sidelines was not dissatisfied with Butler's shot, but gave him a thumbs up instead:

"Jimmy, well done!"

This is the tactic he arranged during the intermission-everyone receives the pass from Curry and shoots directly as much as possible, and assists Curry.

Zhang Yu turned to look at Salinberg and smiled coldly.

Let me show you today, what is an organizational point guard in the new era!