18. Gas boy
"Groom, what do you think of the situation for the two NCAA semifinal matches? Who will be the lucky one to advance to the finals?"
NBC TV contacted the guest famous commentator Groom Albert to analyze the two groups of matches.
Groom Albert obviously made sufficient information.
After looking at the stack of manuscripts in front of him, he began to analyze them.
“Duke’s matchup with Michigan should be very exciting.
I believe that everyone has seen the strength of Duke, the No. 1 seed in the East District, this season. In the East District, where the competition is so fierce, they have achieved an excellent record of 33-4. The coach of famous coach Mike Shashevsky, led by players such as Sean Bathir, Jay Williams, McDunleavy, etc., they played very competitively. They have always been the biggest favorites to win the championship.
In comparison, Michigan, the No. 1 seed in the South District, is not bad at all. Their overall record is 28-4. They have never encountered any opponents with the ability to fight since the knockout stage. Moreover, Michigan was the champion of last year. Their head coach Tom Izzo is also the best head coach in the United States. In the team, star player Jason Richardson is also a favorite in the draft. Under the guidance of Coach Izzo, their players are all good at fighting tough battles.
However, in comparison, I am still optimistic about Duke University, which has stronger personal abilities, because there are too many people available. With the human-sea tactics, they should be able to defeat Michigan, which is partially in teams."
For another group of matches, Arizona vs. Stanford, Groom Albert thought this:
"The strength of Arizona and Stanford is very close. The result of the game is hard to say.
The Arizona Wildcats have been very strong in recent years. Since Mike Bibi led the team to win the 96-97 season championship as a dark horse, their team's momentum has improved to a higher level. Although Michael Dickson, Mike Bibi and Miles Simon and other seniors with potential NBA have left one after another, their lineup is still deep. Richard Jefferson, Luke Walton, Gilbert Arenas, Lauren Woods, Ruben Douglas, University of Arizona has several NBA potential players and is very strong on the outside.
The Stanford Cardinals have a profound cultural and sports heritage. No matter in any sport, they have the momentum that they are not inferior to any opponent. The main players such as Jason Collins, Jeron Collins, Curtis Butchardt, Casey Jacquesen are all attracted by NBA scouts. Jason, Jeron and Curtis have very strong inside strength, and Jacquesen has excellent wing and low-post attacking skills.
However, it is worth mentioning that in the last game, Cassie's defensive problems exposed may become a fatal breakthrough. Will Arizona be targeted? Will Stanford solve it well? This will be a highlight of this game."
Groom Albert's analysis was so many, but there were no predictions.
The host sister also spoke at the right time:
"So, groom, who do you think has a greater chance of winning this game?"
In the previous game, the groom made a prediction, but he was a little confused about this game.
"Overall, Arizona is strong on the outside and Stanford is strong on the inside. It is very difficult to say who loses and wins in this game. Their match is likely to be in a deadlock, and the final victory may require a surprise attack."
"Shock?"
"Yes, the surprise! That is, the X factor. In the Arizona team, freshman Gilbert Arenas and Chinese young player Wang from Stanford, both of whom are players I am optimistic about. Although they are only 19 years old, they have made a basketball path through their own efforts. They all have tenacious fighting spirit in the game and a big heart that is beyond ordinary people. Although they are not the team's primary scoring point, their existence in the team is of great significance."
"Groom, you mean that both of them will influence the final result of this game."
"Hmm. You can really understand my words so."
"So, groom, don't you want to say your predictions in the end?"
"If you have to make a prediction, I'll blindly guess a Stanford University!"
"Okay, thank you to the groom for his wonderful analysis and predictions for the two games. As for the results of the game, the day after tomorrow, we will see the finals in Minneapolis on April 1!"
...
At the University of Arizona, when someone heard an old man’s analysis, someone sneered at him disdainfully.
"Old man pointed me out, it's because you have a good idea. However, it would be too much to link me to that Chinese boy!"
Arenas sat in front of the TV and sulked.
Today's training was all arranged for Richard Jefferson and Luke Walton's tactics. Even his defeated general Ruben Douglas had a tactical arrangement, and he, Arenas, did not have a tactical exercise.
Are freshmen who have no human rights?
I'm not convinced!
At this moment, Arenas's arm was touched.
It was done by Ajax on the side.
"Why are you shooting me?"
At this time, a louder voice sounded:
"Gilbert!"
Coach Lutt Olsen was waiting and glaring at Arenas with his eyes.
If it were someone else, he would have lowered his head in shame at this time, but Arenas did not.
Arenas looked at the coach with confidence, even stood up and reminded the coach in person:
"Coach, are you asking me to set up tactics?"
When Lut Olson heard this, he was already angry, but now he disappeared instantly.
It seems that this young man is still so angry.
Coach Lute likes such a "angry" boy with personality and ideas.
As for why it was not necessary to arrange tactics for him, it was because Coach Lute felt that this guy was just a freshman and needed to be tempered. Of course, it wasn't really that there was no tactics at all.
When Richard Jefferson and Luke Walton both left the court, all the ball was from Arenas. He played whatever he wanted and did what he was happy.
This is the best praise for newcomers for coach Lute.
"There is no tactical arrangement, and the reward for running ten laps won't miss you."
As soon as he heard this, Arenas turned around and ran without thinking.
This is not the first time he has been punished.
The coach can't give him what he wants.
Every time he gives advice to the coach, he will punish him after he refuses him. Sometimes, he even doubles down.
In his opinion, if the coach does not approve it, that is why he is not strong enough.
However, he beat Ruben Douglas's 20-0 bald man in that single-handed fight. Even so, he still failed to take Ruben Douglas' main position.
Although he is the starter, he does not have an important tactical position. He is just an offensive choice for the third position.
For others, the third one is already very high, but he is Arenas!
If you don’t make the first place, it’s not good enough!
He can never be satisfied.
"Isn't it just ten laps? Old man, look at it!"
...
After the training, Arenas was invited to the office by coach Lute Olsen to talk.
"Gilbert, do you remember? You were going to Duke to go to school, but you were squeezed out by a guy named Carlos Boozer. They are likely to defeat Michigan and make it to the finals. This is your best chance to get revenge. I know you are angry. Then in the finals, I will let you kill enough, how about it?"
Faced with the coach's past re-report, Arenas rolled his eyes, but turned his back.
"Coach, you are 67 years old. Where are me? 19 years old."
"Well, what's wrong?"
"I'm 19 years old and an adult. Why do you still look at me from the perspective of children? Do you think I will be deceived by your small promise? Is it really fun to have you teased me like this for a season?"
"It's fun, of course it's fun. I, you young, are very resilient. If you let you suffer more, you will grow to a higher level than you are now. Your achievements will definitely be higher than Damon Stoudemire, Steve Cole, and all your senior brothers."
"Coach, although you are 67 years old, I don't think you are old and dizzy at all. Don't worry, I will definitely let you witness my success before meeting God. I promise!"
"Hahahaha, OK, I'll wait."
Watching Arenas run out of the office, Lut Olsen smiled kindly.
This guy.
Chapter completed!