In less than two minutes after Jiang Feng came on the court, he led his team to a 7:2 offensive climax, narrowing the point difference to 15 points.
The Grizzlies head coach was unmoved.
In his opinion, the first half of the game is about to end with more than 1 minute left. Even if this second-round pick from China performs vigorously, how many points can he still chase?
Moreover, the team has an absolute rebounding advantage in the penalty area. As long as they stabilize their offense, they can still suppress the Lakers.
If they enter the second half with an advantage of more than 15 points, the Lakers will have no chance!
"Hey guys, hit the ball into the penalty area more and use our strengths."
The Grizzlies head coach shouted toward the court, clasping his arms around his chest, looking calm and in control.
Obviously, he hasn't realized that Jiang Feng's point-chasing frenzy on the court is just the beginning.
Grizzlies offense.
After Conley dribbled the ball past half court, he lobbed the basketball into the hands of Randolph who was well positioned in the penalty area.
"Artest, switch defense!"
Jiang Feng shouted loudly and immediately ran towards the restricted area.
Artest looked confused, but still subconsciously rushed in the direction of Conley.
Switch defense to defend Gasol in the penalty area?
Do you really think of yourself as a great Yao?
Artest shook his head and was not optimistic about Jiang Feng's defensive strategy.
As a small forward, it is very difficult for him to fight against Gasol, let alone a defender.
Even though Jiang Feng is as tall as a small forward, there is a huge gap in size and strength!
"Boy, what are you going to do?"
Kobe frowned and shouted, a little unhappy.
The team has just started to gain momentum and you start messing around?
"Get a rebound!"
Jiang Feng said matter-of-factly.
"You, a defender, run into the penalty area and grab rebounds from two big centers?"
Kobe's expression was stunned, feeling very ridiculous.
Why is this kid always so whimsical?
The characteristic of a point guard is not rebounding!
Seeing Jiang Feng rushing to the penalty area, Randolph showed a cruel smile: "If you want to grab rebounds, you have to have that opportunity! If you dare to come to the penalty area, then I will teach you a lesson."
"You were just chirping there, and I couldn't be bothered to pay attention to you!"
"Want to teach me a lesson? You think too much!"
Jiang Feng resisted Marc Gasol, and his voice was like thousands of years of ice.
Randolph snorted, turned around and shot a jumper against Pau Gasol's defense.
Bang!
The basketball bounced out of the basket.
Randolph blocked Gasol immediately and prepared to fight for offensive rebounds.
Marc Gasol also stuck Jiang Feng behind.
The black and white heroes are like two goalkeepers, standing on the left and right under the basket, in an excellent position to grab rebounds.
Seeing this scene, the audience's hearts froze.
Lost an offensive rebound again!
It was really uncomfortable to finally chase some points, but then lose points because I couldn't grab offensive rebounds.
No matter how good the offensive end is, what's the use?
Sudden.
All the audience's eyes were widened with extremely exaggerated expressions, as if they had seen something unbelievable.
I saw several players jumping up and fighting for rebounds in the chaotic penalty area. Randolph was about to catch the basketball, but at this moment a hand stretched out and snatched the basketball away!
It's Jiang Feng!
The moment the basketball popped out, he suddenly came around from behind Marc Gasol, came to Randolph, and then jumped up, his arms seemed to be extended, and he took the basketball into his arms.
Strongly pick off the rebound!
Randolph and Marc Gasol were both confused, and they didn't understand how the basketball ended up in Jiang Feng's hands.
The Lakers players were also surprised. They didn't expect that the team could protect the rebound, and it was Jiang Feng, a second-round pick, who grabbed the rebound.
Kobe's reaction was the fastest. The moment he saw Jiang Feng grab the basketball, he quickly ran towards the frontcourt.
Because he believes that as long as he runs out of space, the basketball will fly to his hands accurately.
Sure enough.
When he rushed outside the three-point line, he looked back and saw the basketball flying towards him like a tracking missile.
This kid is really reliable in passing the ball!
Kobe was very satisfied with catching the basketball, and after thinking about it, he raised his hand and shot an open three-pointer.
The basketball drew a high arc.
Uh-huh.
Hollow into the net!
The score difference returned to 12 points.
"Beautiful! Jiang Feng's pass across the entire court is so beautiful! It's completely master-level. The timing, perspective, and intensity are all perfect. It's like magic!"
"Not only that, the rebound he just grabbed under the siege of the black and white heroes was also very amazing."
"Obviously I didn't get into a good position, I didn't have an advantage in height, and my bounce wasn't that heaven-defying, but after I jumped up, my timing was just right and I grabbed the basketball very smoothly!"
"This second-round pick dominated the game!"
Smith said excitedly, very excited.
"Dominate the game? Old man, you are exaggerating. It is Kobe who really determines the direction of the game. He is a superstar, not a rookie who only played one game."
"His performance is just a flash in the eyes at best. I don't believe he can maintain this state throughout the game!"
Buckley said, his mouth is harder than a diamond!
beep!
The referee whistle blows.
The Grizzlies head coach couldn't help it anymore and stood up to call a timeout.
He frowned, very angry.
The first half of the game is obviously about to end, why can't the Lakers' counterattack stop?
I really don't want to call a timeout in the last two or three minutes, but if I don't call it again, I'm afraid the point difference will be narrowed to single digits!
This is absolutely unacceptable to him.
"Guys, what are you doing? Let a second-round pick blow up!"
"It's okay if he sent an assist, but he also rushed to the penalty area and grabbed a rebound! This is something I can't tolerate."
"How relaxed are you on the court when a defender grabs a rebound on your head?"
the Grizzlies head coach roared at his players.
The players were silent.
They were also confused. They were clearly focused on the court and did not relax because they were 20 points ahead. Why could they suddenly be unable to suppress the Lakers?
Could it be that China's second-round pick really dominated the game?
But obviously his sense of presence is not that strong!
That's outrageous!
Conley felt the deepest, and now he is beginning to understand why reporters attach so much importance to this Chinese second-round pick.
It's really not that simple...
"Coach, it's my responsibility! I swear I will never let that second-round pick grab another rebound."
Randolph said firmly, with a harsh tone in his tone.
He felt very insulted when he thought that he had not grabbed the rebound from Jiang Feng just now!
Can't beat a second-round rookie point guard?
It's really a bit embarrassing!
"Okay! Let me see your performance, don't let me down!"
"Others must also show their fighting spirit and strive to expand the lead to more than 15 points before the end of the half!"
"We must not give the Lakers any chance to counterattack!"
"They have Kobe Bryant after all!"
the Grizzlies head coach snapped.
The players nodded seriously, still regarding Kobe as the biggest threat and not yet realizing the nature of the matter!