In the visiting team's locker room, the Wolverines players were ready to play, waiting to appear.

Having not won an opponent for many years, the Wolverine was at a psychological disadvantage, so David first mobilized passionately.

"The Spartans were indeed not something we could compete with before, but now, their star Randolph and Richardson joined the NBA in 2001. Although they were led by two seniors, their strength was just average. So don't be scared by the name, we will definitely win this game. Our goal is to advance to the championship as a champion."

"Their core now is the shooting guard Morris Eiger. He has excellent physical fitness, good at breaking through, and can also shoot three-pointers from the outside. He is the target of taking care of. Power forward Elazem Laubeck, a black player, can shoot mid-range shots and average physique. He is a very famous player in high school. Don't let him shoot mid-range shots easily. As long as you defend these two people, the Spartans are nothing to be scared!"

"It's bound to win!" Bobby took the lead and shouted. He was not the core on the court. As the captain, his biggest role was to shout slogans.

"I will win!" Everyone responded.

David then arranged the tactics: "Double covers help King catch the ball and shoot, Bobby stands at a high position, and Chris cuts to the inside at any time. If the inside is removed, pay attention to empty cuts and breakthroughs on the outside, and defend the defense end together."

In the home team's locker room, coach Tom Izo did not underestimate the enemy at all.

He told the players: "We are in the stage of alternating lineups and must win overall. Don't underestimate the Wolverines, as it is difficult to deal with Kaman alone. This year, there is a strong scorer Wang Jun in their team, and these two must be strictly guarded."

Izo said to a big black man: "Elazem, you are the key to winning. The Wolverines' Chinese shooting guard Wang Jun is not moving fast. Usually he will defend at a low post. You are 13CM taller than him. Try to use your height to force him. If you attract double teams, you will have a chance to shoot."

"I will definitely beat him up." Elazem pounced on his chest and promised. He didn't believe that a shooting guard who dared not defend the outside would be very strong.

"If Kaman receives the ball in the penalty area, double-team him immediately, pay attention to the round conversion position on the outside. Don't let that Chinese shoot, he is the strongest pitcher of the Wolverines."

Izo inspected his opponent and saw the video of Wang Jun scored 31 points online. He felt that Wang Jun was more terrifying than Kaman, and he couldn't defend himself once he found the feel.

Zoe did not shout the slogan of winning, there were no superstars on the team, and there was no advantage in the Wolverines.

Players from both sides appeared, and the stadium that can accommodate 8,000 people was full of seats. The traditional powerful Spartans have a strong fan base in the local area. Even if the superstars have graduated, there are still many people to support them.

If you only look at the loyalty of NCAA teams, many NBA teams can't catch up.

Newcomers will feel pressure in this environment, but Wang Jun feels nothing.

The pressure of fans watching is greater than the pressure of being cheated when he first came to the United States? Is greater than the pressure of finding a job to make money? Is it greater than the pressure of making things difficult for an assistant coach and competing for scholarships with others? He has experienced too much and has developed a strong nerve.

And after Abby left, he looked a little decadent, living mechanically every day without passion.

During the warm-up, Wang Jun shot a few three-pointers, which felt good; then he tried several times to turn around and shoot, which was also very smooth. This is his main method of holding the ball, which is very simple.

He observed Eiger's body shape. He was not strong and he had an advantage in his battles. He believed he could fight well.

Wolverines starting lineup: Carman, Bobby Houston, McHarris, Wang Jun, Gordon.

Gordon replaced Luke as the starter, which is an important change in tactics.

Luke Barnes lacks talent and can't see progress. Instead, Gordon often makes three-pointers and becomes the second reliable three-pointer in the team. In order to better open up space, he becomes the starter. Luke and Powell will lead the team to speed up when Carman is out.

Spartans starter: center Lewis, a 211CM-height black man. Power forward Elazem Laubeck, small forward Jeffrey Carter, shooting guard Morris Iger, and point guard Doug Smith.

Lewis won the jump ball and the game began.

The player hangs the ball from the side to Laubeck, and the person who defends him is Wang Jun, which is an obvious misalignment.

Wang Jun sighed in his heart that this height is too bullying, but who can I blame him? If he is good at preventing breakthroughs, the coach would not let him guard the basket.

After receiving the ball, Laubeck leaned back and felt Wang Jun's strength. He couldn't just knock it away. He took a step and turned around and hooked his hand in the middle.

Laubeck's wingspan is very ordinary, but the height advantage of 13CM is not so easy to make up. Moreover, Wang Jun can't jump high, but just raised his hand and scored. 0 to 2.

David sat on the sidelines without being impatient. He had already made arrangements before the game. If he kept playing this, Carman should pay attention to making up for defense. Lewis lacked shooting ability, and Carman could ensure defense in the penalty area alone.

The key to the victory or defeat of both sides is the attack.

The Wolverines' positional battle begins to cover both sides. Gordon is excellent in high school. He will not make any mistakes after dribbling in half. As long as he does this, he will be considered as completing the organizational task. The ball is passed to Harris and uses the organizational forward's style of playing.

People who like the Bulls are familiar with this style of play, although the nominal point guard is Hubble and Kerr, and the Bulls are actually responsible for the organization of the series. The big man can support the defender who can hand it to the running position from a close distance, and can also pass it over the top to the inside.

Wang Jun ran to the right corner with cover in the middle. The ball was stuffed into his hand from the side. He did not pause, and stopped in a hurry at 45 degrees, holding the ball high with both hands.

Lewis, who was responsible for defending Kaman, withdrew the block and blocked Wang Jun. Wang Jun faded and passed the ball to the middle. Kaman took the ball in the face frame and took three steps, and dunked the ball with one hand! 2-2.

The defender Eiger is 196CM tall and only 88 kilograms, and he failed to stop Kaman from cutting. This goal is very morale, and Wang Jun made an assist at the beginning, which is the simplest pick-and-roll cooperation.

The Spartans attacked and once again hung to the low post on the left. Laubeck leaned against Wang Jun and suddenly turned to the bottom line.

His speed has been very slow. He suddenly accelerated and was extremely rapid. Wang Jun was slightly slower and was overwhelmed. It was impossible to block the shot without height.

Laubeck took the ball and jumped up and quickly entered the basketball. Carman didn't have time to make up for defense. 2 to 4.

"Come on, Chinese." Laubeck lit up his biceps when he returned to defense and roared.

He is a freshman, showing strong athleticism and good shooting ability, and he can also make his inside steps. He can be called comprehensive. His disadvantage is that he is thinner and his strength is not his strength. Even so, he is still regarded as a player who can participate in the NBA draft.

Seeing the opponent's provocation, Wang Jun clenched his fists, and being regarded as the team's defensive weakness made him feel humiliated.

He couldn't defend the outside world. The coach specifically pointed out Eiger's characteristics. It was difficult for him to keep up with a quick stop and jump shot. Now in the inside, can't his speed even the power forward keep up?

Wang Jun jogged slowly through the half, thinking about Laubeck's weaknesses.
Chapter completed!