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The Heat's offense still passed to O'Neal for a low single.

O'Neal took the ball on the left side, turned his back and swayed his right shoulder, quickly turned to the middle and hooked the ball, all in one movement. As a result, as soon as the ball was released, it was blocked by Yao Ming's slap.

In the past, Yao Ming had too little playing time, and many stars did not understand him. All the players in the team got "Yao-style hot pot". They were used to fighting against average-height insiders, and they misjudged Yao Ming's defensive methods.

No one in the NBA can take advantage of Yao Ming in the low post.

In Yang Rui's previous life, Yao Ming only played 7 seasons and 5 games before retiring due to injury. After 2005, several seasons were incomplete, but he was still elected to the Hall of Fame.

This is not the face given by the league because he is China's number one star, but he is well deserved and really capable. As a Chinese player, no one gave Yi Jianlian face. Later, it was difficult for him to earn a basic salary in the NBA. If Yi Jianlian has Yao Ming's defensive ability and shooting range, even if he can't attack with the ball, there will definitely be many teams rushing to poach him.

Iguodala picked up the basketball and quickly dribbled it across half the court. Seeing that Wade was following closely and had no chance to make a fast break, Iguodala stabilized and passed to Kobe.

Iguodala is also improving. His ball-handling ability is not top-notch, but he can use his body and the width of the court to protect the basketball.

Kobe and Yao Ming played pick-and-roll again, and O'Neal was already angry. He received two blocks on the offensive end, and the defensive end was also the main target of the opponent's attack. How could he tolerate this?

O'Neal thinks he is the number one star in the league, but now he is treated with defensive holes.

Kobe rushed to the right, faced the frame at a 45-degree angle, dribbled the ball under his crotch and took a step toward the baseline. He lightly touched his right shoulder and made a fake move to break through the basket. O'Neal quickly moved his body to the left, his center of gravity shifted, and Kobe handed the ball to his left hand with his right hand and quickly changed direction toward the center.

He took one step to pull the ball, took a jump step, half-turned and leaned back to throw the ball towards the basket. He took one step before the free throw line and made a mid-range shot. He completely avoided O'Neal and the ball went hollow into the net. 7 to 0.

Lakers home fans cheered together. O'Neal was scored consecutively by his former younger brother, which was very embarrassing. The way the two teams played today, it was destined that Kobe would get the chance to hit O'Neal with the ball in a misplaced position. It would be difficult for O'Neal to misplace Kobe.

The Heat attacked, and the angry O'Neal turned his back to the left low post to ask for the ball. He pushed Yao Ming twice into the penalty area, turned around, took another step forward, and smashed the ball in with one hand through Yao! 7 to 2.

Yao Ming couldn't defend himself, but he didn't lose his momentum and fought hard.

Yang Rui had anticipated this possibility before the game started. If he could be defended by a single player, he would no longer be a "big shark". Mutombo was completely defeated in the finals, and Yao Ming didn't even make the best defensive team. What he has to do is consume O'Neal's energy on both offense and defense.

The Lakers picked and rolled, this time Eddie Jones caught up, and Kobe passed the ball to Yao Ming in the middle without hesitation.

Yao Ming took the ball and feinted outside the three-point line. O'Neal kept his distance and interfered with one hand. Yao Ming did not shoot and waited for his teammates to move. At this time, Rasheed on the right set a screen for Damon Jones.

Yao Ming passed the ball to Damon Jones. Payton was 36 years old and his pursuit speed was not as fast as before. Even if he was experienced, it would be uncomfortable to face this kind of screen. Haslem switched to guard Damon Jones.

Jones passed the ball back to Yao Ming in the middle from close range. Yao Ming caught the ball very easily, raised his toes, and passed the ball to Rashid, who was cutting through the air.

With this style of play, O'Neal can't interfere with the pass, it's simple and effective.

O'Neal is a meat shield center. He is good at resisting people in the low post, preventing opponents from entering the penalty area, and blocking outside players who break into the basket. He belongs to the same category as Yao Ming. When the opponent's center was positioned relatively outside, O'Neal stretched out his hand to express his concern and would never get close to him. He is not close to the body, so Yao Ming will be very comfortable receiving passes from his teammates from the outside. There is still enough space to lob the ball inside without being pressed, so the success rate of passing the ball is naturally very high.

Therefore, supporting the center is really a path that is very suitable for Yao Ming.

Rasheed stretched his left arm from the low position on the right side and fished the ball down, relying on Payton to force a layup. Payton knew that he couldn't guard him, so he chose to pull and foul.

Send Rasheed to the free throw line.

Rashid made two free throws, but unfortunately failed to provide Yao Ming with an assist. 9 to 2.

The Heat attacked, but O'Neal did not attack again. He knew that with his style of play, his physical strength could not support the entire game, even at his peak. Yao Ming can interfere with his shooting. If he goes in and dunks every time, is it a human thing?

O'Neal gave Wade a ball-free screen in the middle, and Wade cut to the right and received a pass from Payton.

Yao Ming changed defense, Wade took one step to pull the ball, and at the same time took a small step to the right with his right foot. Then he took a big step with his left foot and quickly changed direction toward the center, completely passing Yao Ming. He took another step with his right foot and dunked with one hand. Basketball goes in. 9 to 4.

Among the 2003 rookies, James is the most popular, followed by Wade. This season, people have rated him more highly than Anthony. His breakthrough is so sharp that he can beat anyone one-on-one.

The Lakers attacked, and Kobe played a pick-and-roll again. O'Neal didn't change defense in time, and Eddie Jones couldn't catch up in time. Kobe made a jumper with one step on the left. 11 to 4.

When Kobe returned to defense, he clenched his fist with one hand, and his simple celebration was somewhat similar to Yao Ming.

This seemingly simple goal is actually the result of hard work. Kobe practiced shooting more in the morning, and the effect began to show. His body was completely in a state of excitement, and the rhythm of shooting was integrated into his muscles and bone marrow. He had imagined the evening game early in the morning and was coaching the positions that were most likely to take more shots.

The Heat attacked and when O'Neal started the pick-and-roll again, the Lakers' defensive formation changed to a zone defense. The four players shrank and double-teamed Wade and O'Neal near the penalty area. Only Iguodala focused on taking care of Eddie Jones.

Wade sent the ball out to the outside. Payton had a good opportunity to shoot a three-point jumper, which missed due to slight interference from Damon Jones. The rebound was obtained by Yao Ming.

The Heat's poor record this season has a lot to do with their lack of three-point shooters. Eddie Jones has only one stable shooting spot in the starting lineup, and his condition has declined sharply.

Eddie Jones averaged only 12.7 points, 5 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game, and shot 37.2% from three-point range. The Heat wanted to poach Damon Jones with a minimum salary in the summer, but the Lakers beat him to it and offered him a much better contract.

Payton's three-point ability has also deteriorated, shooting 32%, while Wade mainly focuses on breakthroughs.

When the Lakers attacked, Kobe attracted the defense and passed it to Yao Ming in the middle. Yao Ming did not shoot in the face of O'Neal, and saw the opportunity and passed it to Rashid on the side.

Rasheed pretended to lob to Kobe, who was running to the low post on the right side. He suddenly pulled up and faced Haslem for a straight-arm jumper. He dodged the block and the ball went in. 14 to 4.

Stan Van Gundy requested a timeout and the Heat must strengthen their defense. As for whether it can be strengthened, he is not sure. Adjustment is urgent. The Lakers' trident offense is too strong.

Barkley smiled: "The presence of Rasheed makes the Heat very uncomfortable. His role in the system is very critical. Because he has a three-point range, O'Neal has to switch to pick-and-roll. Even if he can defend it, it will consume a lot of energy. Back then, The Raptors used this method to beat the Lakers in two Finals."

Smith agreed: "Rashid's statistics are not very good. With Garnett, Duncan, and Nowitzki in the Western Conference, it will be difficult for him to be selected as an All-Star, but he undoubtedly has All-Star ability."

Yang Rui was very satisfied with Rashid's selfless style of play. When the players came off the field, he specially praised Rashid.

Yang Rui believes that the Lakers will definitely defeat the Heat today!