Forward to the basket

He led the offense for 5 minutes, scored [-] points, took two offensive rebounds, added a block, and caused two fouls by the defense. The only regret may be that he only scored one of the four free throws in total.

But even the extremely poor free throw percentage is still a flaw that people criticize, but this kind of efficient offense in the interior still caused a lot of trouble for the Celtics, and this kind of destructive power is also extremely sharp.

Duncan used such data to control the confrontation between him and Jefferson in the first 5 minutes of the second quarter. It's not that the chunky Jefferson didn't make any resistance, but his resistance has so far been ineffective.

Two fouls, only two rebounds were recorded, one block, two attempts to attack the basket, but was stuck by Duncan during the turnaround stage. If it wasn't for Jefferson's calmness, he would definitely be blocked.

But such a data comparison of the confrontation, no matter who is in front of it, will be one-sided evaluation. Jefferson is obviously completely stared at by Duncan. If the fight continues like this, he will definitely be blown up.

This is not what Rivers thinks, it's just that everyone who is watching the game will think so. Face-to-face confrontation is such a direct reaction to the data. Rondo each created an opportunity to cut inside, but in overall performance, he was indeed at a disadvantage.

When Rivers called a timeout, Jefferson was obviously more silent than usual. He didn't like to talk at first, but now he is basically a boring gourd, and he has no intention of communicating with other people at all.

No one knew what Jefferson was thinking at the moment, but one could tell from his expression that this guy was very depressed now, otherwise, this guy who has always been very quiet would not have kept a towel over his head.

However, both Rivers and Thibodeau understand why. After being beaten so badly in the one-on-one contest with Duncan, it is estimated that Jefferson, who has only been considered as the main player this season, must feel very disappointed.

Before the game, some reporters said that they had been guessing who would mark Duncan on the Celtics side.

If it was Chen Feng, no one knew what this ferocious wild boy would do, but if it was Jefferson who did the job, then Duncan would not have too much pressure against him, and now the facts have proved this point.

There must be no one on the Celtics team who underestimated Jefferson's ability, including Rivers, he and Thibodeau before the start of the season, except for Pierce, the only sure starter was Jefferson .

This has affirmed Al Jefferson's level from another aspect. Although this is only his third season, this guy has been improving since the day he entered the Celtics.

He was singled out by Chen Feng once in the preseason, and Jefferson was not at a disadvantage, but Chen Feng was a bit too aggressive, and he was a little caught off guard, but Jefferson was obviously more calm when he was attacking the basket.

Even Thibodeau said that Jefferson's back-to-the-basket technique is the best in the team. If Chen Feng can have Jefferson's delicate footwork and back-to-the-basket offensive ability, the overall firepower will rise to a level.

This big guy with a stocky figure may not be unusual in height and weight, but his style of play that dares to attack under the basket, coupled with his conscientious professionalism, is definitely an important member of the team.

If Chen Feng usually practiced extra, in addition to dragging Rondo, he would like to drag this big guy who doesn't talk much, and since Rivers set the tone for the Celtics to focus on inside offense, Jefferson has been is the main force.

From the start of the season to the start of this game, Jefferson's offensive contribution in the Celtics was only lower than that of Pierce. He may not have Chen Feng's performance that can provide you with a hot visual impression at any time, but he can stably Provide scoring, averaging 18+10 per game, not just any insider can give it.

Not only the stability of the offensive end, but Jefferson's tenacity on the defensive end also allowed Rivers to use this big guy with confidence. Sometimes he would even replace Chen Feng and leave Jefferson to take care of the basket.

Jefferson's level is definitely not a super big name in the NBA, but such a guy who can attack and defend at the basket has already aroused the interest of many teams, and even Angie has already received rumors. If the Celtics don't match Jefferson's next contract, at least three or four teams will try to snatch such a big guy who can go in and out of the basket, and it is said that the conditions offered are all Not too low.

It has to be said that after nearly three seasons of tempering, Jefferson has been regarded as the backbone of the Celtics team, and anyone with a discerning eye in the league can see that this kind of big man is definitely worth investing in.

Even Angie himself said that the Celtics will consider whether Jefferson will stay or stay next season, but this will only start after the season. playoffs.

But just such a big guy with high hopes bumped into Duncan head-on, and he was still helpless. In the confrontation within 5 minutes, it cannot be said that Jefferson was completely beaten, but it was definitely a beaten situation.

Even Rivers had to admit this. He had expected Jefferson to carry Duncan, but as soon as the stone man over there exerted strength, Jefferson was beaten so hard that he couldn't move. He was on fire.

This timeout was also because the Spurs took advantage of Duncan's fiery touch and continuously attacked combo punches, forcing the score to exceed 5 points within 9 minutes. If Pierce's shooting touch was not still there, it is estimated that the point difference would have already reached two points. The number is high, and the main reason is that Jefferson was held down in the confrontation at the basket.

Rivers is by no means the kind of coach who puts the blame on the players when there is a problem, and he arranged this matchup before the game. He originally expected Jefferson's stability to create points for Duncan on both ends of the offense and defense. trouble.

But the result is now in place. Rivers' thoughts were ruthlessly shattered by Duncan's stone man, Jefferson's confidence was shattered, and the score on the field was even more distanced. The opponent was the Spurs. Even worse news, Rivers had expected to change his tactics first, but the Spurs took the lead.

In fact, when preparing for the game, Thibodeau and Rivers exchanged opinions, and it was indeed difficult for Jefferson to mark Duncan, but both of them agreed to this matchup at the time, just to be safe.

Just lost a game, no one wants to stumble again in front of the Spurs, so the head coach and assistant coach did not intend to take any risks, everything is for the sake of stability, the result is this safe play, but let Kyle The Special Team fell into a passive state, and was restrained by the Spurs from tactical play to player performance.

**Vich is definitely not afraid to play slow and meticulous positional warfare with you. The Spurs won three championships in the vertical and horizontal leagues. up.

And Jefferson's stability was caught by Duncan, who kept attacking wildly. The speed of the Spurs' moves in the second quarter was obviously faster than Rivers expected, so the Celtics The team was very passive. Chen Feng wanted to go over to help Jefferson fill up the position several times, but he was always stuck by Elson or others.

Duncan's shots were fast enough, often one step away, and he couldn't interfere with that guy's shooting at all, not to mention Duncan's incomprehensible stability was most vividly displayed in front of Jefferson. There is nothing he can do on the sidelines. Anyway, the Celtics are at a disadvantage in every aspect.

If he doesn't want to be defeated by the Spurs all the way, Rivers can only make changes, and he is clearly aware of his problem.

"We trailed by 9 points, but, it's not your problem, it's me, and I have to admit this, a very idiotic idea changed a lot of things, the whole first quarter plus these 5 minutes, you played well They are all very awkward, and at the same time, they have lost the usual feeling, a sense of smooth offense and defense."

"This is a fatal mistake in the tactical arrangement. It was me who led you into this kind of misunderstanding. Although you have done a good job, I have to say now that the tactical arrangement of this game is really f*cking. It’s very bad! It’s so bad, and I’m the root of this bad problem.” After Rivers called a timeout, when the players gathered around him, the first thing he said was to be yourself review.

There is really nothing to block, Rivers knows he is not **, not Phil Jackson.

There is nothing comparable to Auerbach. He can be the head coach of the Celtics because of his hard work, not any extraordinary talent he has shown in his coaching career.

Therefore, it doesn't matter if he says that he messed up everything in front of the players now.

Rivers didn't care that much, as he himself said before the start of the season, if he can't lead the team to continue to climb, then he should get out immediately instead of continuing to linger in the position of head coach.

This was the case at the beginning of the season, and it is also the case now. If you can't explain the problem clearly, then it is really a very bastard approach. Rivers doesn't want these wild boys to play with their stomach full of anger.

"The problem lies with me, so now I have to make a correction. I don't think about the result of the game, but we represent the Celtics, and we can't be looked down upon by others, and we shouldn't just be defeated by them!"

"Yeah, it's the AT&T Center, it's the home of those guys, but we beat the Lakers at Staples, we nearly beat the Toyota Center in Houston, and here, I need you guys to show them the fiercest side of the Bostonians like those two games!"

"We can lose, but we have to lie down after stabbing the bayonet into each other's chest! I made mistakes for the first ten minutes, but from now on, I will tell those guys on the opposite side with you, Celtics, It’s not a soft persimmon, and it’s not something anyone can pinch! We are strong! If we are strong, we can make them bow their heads!”

At this time, Rivers is no longer thinking about what is safe, stable?Hold on to your sister!No matter how stable you are, you will be beaten into a dog by others!Instead of this, it's better to play a bit of a bachelor!Hit back hard!

You are unsolvable stability!Then I will give you fearlessness today!Anyway, it's the end of the bachelor!I love it!