As soon as Wang Yi scored the goal, Warriors coach Kerr immediately called a timeout.
At this time, he naturally saw that the pick-and-roll between Wang Yi and James was not a matter of luck.
Wang Yi has definitely reached the top level in terms of timing of separation and selection after receiving the ball.
So he had to call a timeout and arrange things.
Half of a game is the competition between players on the court.
The other half is a battle of tactics between coaches.
Be adaptable and adapt to circumstances.
Warriors coach Kerr is a master at finding tricks.
Of course, Klay Thompson was retired for the season last year and the Warriors had a poor record.
Cole's adaptability in many games has been criticized.
At the same time, he insists on using Wiseman, who has obvious shortcomings, which also makes people doubt his coaching ability.
But the Warriors were really short of manpower at the time, and Kerr was considered a clever woman who couldn't make a plan without straw.
At the same time, he knows that with the Warriors' strength last year, even if they barely made it to the playoffs, they would definitely be ineffective in the playoffs.
It's better to give the newcomers more playing time.
If the newcomers get exercise as soon as possible, the team will be resurrected with full health as soon as possible.
Sure enough, the facts proved that his choice last year was right.
Wiseman is playing well this year, and Thompson is back from injury.
The Warriors once again became the league's top team.
Therefore, Cole's ability as a head coach is still very outstanding.
He just saw Wang Yi successfully dismantling it twice in a row, and he already had an idea in his mind.
He said to Wiggins: "You go and guard Pope. As for James, let Green guard him."
He then said to Green: "When they were playing a pick-and-roll, you forced your way through. With your size, it was easy to squeeze through."
Green's dark face was full of excitement.
It's like a hungry wolf seeing a sheep.
He flashed his biceps and patted the hill-like muscles: "Coach, don't worry, I will squeeze that guy into a pizza!"
And on the Lakers side.
Vogel didn't know what Cole was going to do next.
Cole has a lot of clever ideas, and sometimes some moves that you wouldn't even expect can work wonders in his hands.
The classic Death Five is his masterpiece.
But Vogel can put himself in his shoes and think about what he would do if he encountered this situation.
Empathy is a basic skill that a coach must have.
As long as you know the opponent's head coach well enough and then look at the problem with his thinking, you will predict what he wants to do.
Soon, Vogel saw a possibility.
If he were Cole, if he was unable to defend the pick-and-roll, he would have asked Green to try to catch James.
Green is big, and James is old and his condition is declining.
Green can hold up against James in terms of weight, strength, speed and other aspects.
The most important thing is that when Wang Yi sets a screen for James, Green can squeeze past Wang Yi.
And it will be very easy.
Thinking of this, Vogel looked at Wang Yi.
If the Warriors really defend like this, how should they solve it?
After much thought, he couldn't think of any solution.
He tried to ask James and Wang Yi: "If the Warriors let Green chase LeBron, your pick-and-roll is likely to encounter obstacles. How do you plan to solve it?"
James frowned slightly.
This is really difficult to solve.
Originally, Wang Yi provided a screen for James, but his body was too small and the quality of the screen was not high.
If you encounter Green again, it will be impossible to stop Green.
Then the pick-and-roll between the two simply cannot be established.
Wang Yi patted his chest: "Coach, if they really use Green to guard LeBron, I can hold the ball during the pick-and-roll."
Vogel was stunned and looked at James.
To be honest, Wang Yi's ball control ability is average.
The most important thing is that when picking and rolling, the ball holder needs strong passing ability.
Wang Yi's passing ability is not up to the standard of a ball handler.
James looked at Wang Yi and asked: "Brother, are you sure you can do it?"
Wang Yi rolled his eyes: "A man can't say no. Just rest assured. Of course, if you are really worried, you can let me try two rounds first. If it really doesn't work, you can switch to other ways of playing."
James and Vogel looked at each other, and Vogel finally nodded to Wang Yi: "Just as you said."
After the timeout, both sides continue to play.
When the Warriors attack, Curry's three-pointers are still sharp.
Turning around, the Lakers are on offense.
James holds the ball.
Green followed.
When Wang Yi saw this, he thought to himself: The coach is really awesome, he really guessed it right.
Wang Yi saw Green guarding him, but he could actually have pulled out to beat Green in isolation.
Although Green can barely keep up with him, as long as he adds some fake moves, there is no problem in passing Green.
But that would consume too much of his physical energy.
Now, he tries not to play singles unless absolutely necessary.
He took a few steps back and waved to Wang Yi.
Wang Yi also followed outside.
James passed the ball to Wang Yi, and then he came to the three-point line, waiting to pass the ball to Wang Yi.
Warriors coach Cole on the sidelines frowned slightly when he saw this.
I just arranged for Green to guard James, so that he can break the pick-and-roll between James and Wang Yi.
As a result, James handed the ball to Wang Yi.
This made the adjustment I just made instantly come to nothing.
But he couldn't immediately call a timeout to make arrangements.
Let's first see how well Wang Yi holds the ball.
Cole studied the Lakers game videos and knew that when Wang Yi holds the ball, he usually has only one choice.
Just attack directly by yourself.
At most, he relies on the cover of his teammates, but in the end he still attacks the basket directly.
After all, Wang Yi's passing ability is average, so he rarely passes the ball.
However, next, something unexpected happened to Cole.
When Wang Yi was dribbling to break through Thompson, James set a screen for Wang Yi at the three-point line.
Wang Yi took the opportunity to easily get rid of Thompson.
Go directly to the basket.
Seeing that Wang Yi was unguarded, Green quickly went to defend Wang Yi.
But in this way, James will be freed up.
James started quickly.
Wang Yi passed the ball from his trouser pocket.
The basketball passed through Green's crotch and reached James' hands instantly.
"nice shot!"
James yelled.
After catching the ball, he jumped directly, pulled the lever in the air to avoid Wiseman's block, and scored the ball easily.
Cole, who was on the sidelines, felt his heart skip a beat when he saw this.
This ball was passed beautifully!
In the past, only James and Harden could pass such a ball.
He couldn't help but turn his head and look at Wang Yi.
Could it be luck?
If it weren't for luck, we would be in big trouble.
A picture couldn't help but appear in his mind.
Wang Yi can pass the ball just like James.
Two players who can also break through, score two points, three points, and pass the ball play a pick-and-roll.
This damn thing is simply impeccable.
Cole's expression changed slightly.
I quickly thought of a countermeasure in my mind.
At the same time, he was praying in his heart.
I hope Wang Yi’s passing was just luck.
Chapter completed!