Gasol's basketball IQ, mobility, and playmaking ability determine that he can bring more variations to Jackson's triangle offense.
Of course, the price is...
During the "Mrs. Kobe" era of the Lakers, they didn't have that absolute dominance in the low post.
Back to the Warriors' offensive possession.
Without Davis as the engine...
Every day, Qin Yue, who couldn't help but mock Davis for always boasting, suddenly missed this pioneer Mr. Big Beard.
Under the suggestion of assistant coach Brian Shaw, the Lakers also employed a one-on-four defense tonight.
Odom's physique and mobility determine that he is the only player in the Lakers lineup who can match up with Qin Yue.
Compared to last season, the Lakers' defense has indeed improved a lot this season.
Although Gasol's rim protection ability doesn't compare to other top interior players.
But relying on the death line formed by Odom, Battier, Kobe, and Lowry on the perimeter...
The Lakers can always cut off the opponent's connection between inside and outside, preventing impacts on their own interior during the game.
The Christmas Day game, where the Lakers easily defeated the Cavaliers 108-87 on the road, is a classic example.
In that game, neither James nor O'Neal had any advantage in the Lakers' paint area.
In fact, if not for James unexpectedly hitting five three-pointers from the perimeter at that time...
The Cavaliers might have lost even worse in that Christmas Day matchup.
This year's Western Conference powerhouses are not to be trifled with.
With just a single encounter, Qin Yue fully felt the intensity of this Lakers team.
At the top of the arc, under Odom's drug-like defense, Qin Yue didn't receive the ball at the free-throw line, forcing the Lakers' one-on-four defense to shift into a 3-2 zone until 13 seconds were left on this possession.
With Bavita's tacit approval, Odom, who could employ Mad Dog style defense against Qin Yue, stuck to Qin Yue like a piece of chewing gum.
Additionally, it must be clarified for Odom.
Despite being the Lakers player responsible for matching up with Qin Yue on that damn "71-point night" last season.
Actually, on that career night, "the great Lakers legendary center" Chris Mims was Qin Yue's real favorite.
Under the premise of a clear mind and concentrated attention...
Lamar Odom is definitely a player endowed with offense and defense.
And tonight, it could very well be the most serious game since Odom entered the league.
As for the reason?
Perhaps it should be asked of Kolker Kardashian, who is sitting courtside wearing the Warriors' No. 30 jersey at this moment.
In Qin Yue's previous life, Odom, who should have formed an inseparable bond with Kolker two years later at the welcome party for Artest's joining the Lakers...
Tonight, even before the pre-game warm-up, he noticed this unique, beautifully built girl.
Especially seeing that Warriors jersey she's wearing...
Odom admits it was that jersey that got him inexplicably excited.
Because, as the backdrop for Qin Yue's career night...
Qin Yue had long since inevitably become a demon in Odom's heart.
As is well known, humanity has many ways to exorcise personal demons.
For Odom, his way to exorcise the demon is to have his female partners wear the Warriors' No. 30 jerseys when getting down to business.
On the court, looking at Odom glaring at him furiously, Qin Yue clearly didn't know at this moment...
Odom's highly focused attention stemmed from his jealousy towards him.
That jealousy stemmed from being able to sign my name on Kolker's pair of big rabbits.
Staples Center.
Under Odom's extremely tough defense, Qin Yue was forced to go all out after a powerful dribble.
Seeing this, Odom chose to stick tightly to Qin Yue and gave him an elbow from the front.
This jealous elbow immediately triggered Qin Yue's temper.
Therefore, Qin Yue almost pushed Odom all the way forward and found Biedrins lurking in the Lakers' paint with a no-look back pass.
The next second, Gasol unfortunately became the background for Biedrins.
After getting the ball, Biedrins powerfully dunked with both hands and swung around the rim before landing.
Because he tried to assist Odom in defense earlier, Gasol had long since lost the best defensive position. But even so, he willingly turned his head back around.
Undoubtedly, Gasol's attitude towards defense is absolutely worth learning from all young players.
And on the sidelines, Kolker, who was screaming loudly for Qin Yue's brilliant pass with Jenna, attracted the audience's attention once more.
At this moment, whether her intentions are pure or not...
While retreating for defense, Qin Yue did not forget to reward this female fan with a "Wink".
To this, sitting back on the bench with a blissful smile, Kolker's hand constantly pressing her chest reminded the world of exactly how "big" she is.
This made Odom, who had already fallen in love at first sight, even more furious.
Odom immediately made a decision.
He must show Kolker what it means to be a man through this game!
"But that 'Wink' just now seemed to be thrown at me," courtside, the young Jenna couldn't help but mutter while watching her slightly dramatic sister.
Hearing this, Kolker laughed after rubbing Jenna's head, "You're still young, he won't date you."
But I will grow up in a few years—at this moment, Kolker's words, "he won't date you," had already planted a seed in young Jenna's heart.
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