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But as Stevens said, Westbrook and now Harden, to become Paul and Harden at the time of the Rockets, there is still a lot to be improved.

This is the same as his plan to train Ibaka, with goals, but it takes time.

In other words, they can put out the lineup they want to test at certain times of the game, but that will not be the team's regular lineup for the time being.

"Westbrook will still be the starter." Tang Tian said.

Westbrook has a stronger personality and has been a starter in the past. It is definitely not appropriate to withdraw. The better way to transition is to let Harden continue to be the sixth person. Wait until he is not a defensive loophole. Then mention the starter.

Stevens considers it from a tactical level, and Tang Tian also has to consider the atmosphere of the team.

"If Westbrook is the starter, then Kidd will have to start with Durant and Ibaka on the line, center Brown." Stevens continued.

"Tactically, the Cavaliers coached by Tang are very informative. They use Westbrook's breakthrough and Durant's off-ball pick-and-roll forelimb defense to find point guard opportunities, so that everyone can participate in the attack instead of relying on The stars go to singles. "

Stevens said, turning his attention to Wharton.

"On the defensive end, I think Luke is right. In addition to improving the player's single defense ability, taking into account the talents of our players, it is very necessary to help defense."

Tang Tian then looked up at the other teaching assistants.

After hearing so much, they also knew that Stevens had something in his stomach, and all nodded one after another.

"Brad said basically the same as I thought, but there is one thing, we can adjust the lineup according to the opponent. In the case of a team with an average opponent's inside strength, we can consider using the combination of Dior and Ibaka inside. Can play Dior's coping ability. "Tang Tian added.

This time, everyone including Stevens nodded one after another. Dior's organizational strategy was proved at the Spurs last season. If he started, he would improve the team's offense and defense.

Of course, as Tang Tian said, it depends on the opponent. If you ask Dior to play against Yao Ming or Howard, then he will be a little wronged.

After discussing the tactics, the next step is to position and train the players.

Westbrook: His ability is outstanding, but he must learn to play more reasonably. Now he is established as the core of the team's tactics, and he needs to be organized to let his teammates participate in the attack.

In fact, Westbrook in the previous life also played a reasonable performance in the 15-16 season and was called "reasonable turtle" by the fans, which shows that he has the potential in this regard. The previous life was only due to Durant's accident After running away, he finally released himself.

Harden: Harden is still in the growth stage, but he must learn how to defend, this is the key to his appearance in the starting lineup.

Harden in the previous life became an "eye-defense" player because he was on the elbow of Artest. Now this event will not happen, but Harden still loses a qualified defender. This is where he must improve. .

Durant: Durant is a historical scorer, but he also needs to improve the pass and defense, which is the key to whether he can be ranked as the same star as James.

Ibaka: Ibaka will gain muscle and confrontation in the offseason and the future. This is the key to his future change to the fifth position. After all, even a small lineup center, top man and protection of the restricted area are necessary. Ability, of course, shooting must be connected, as well as three-pointers in shooting.

The previous life of Ibaka suffered serious injuries in the playoffs, resulting in a sudden drop in athleticism, and also completely lowered his upper limit. Tang Tian is now positioning him for training. It must be an enhanced version of Green.

Dior: Dior needs to increase his weight to play as a center in the summer, which is the key to starting with Ibaka in the new season.

PJ Tucker: Tucker also needs to gain weight and muscle, and also need to train a three-pointer. Tang Tian's expectation for him is to be able to swing at the 3/4 position.

Tucker had reached the No. 5 position in the Rockets in his previous life. His adaptability is very strong, and his style is sturdy. He is a rare high-quality role player.

Other rookies are also trained in their own directions. Whether they can be squeezed into the rotation lineup depends on their performance.

With tactics and training direction, the team's starting and rotation are basically determined.

Regular starting lineup: Westbrook, Kidd, Durant, Ibaka, Kwame Brown.

Rotating lineup (in order): Harden (sixth man), Dior, PJ Tucker, Sovrosa.

Bench players: Middleton, Reggie Jackson, Collison.

Inactive list: Bezmore, Oquin, Cole Aldridge.

Tactics, rotation, all these are determined, and then training and training.

Before the players spontaneously organized training, when the time was still in early September, Tang Tian issued a training call order to the players in the name of the coaching staff.

This convening order is not mandatory, but most of the players, including Sishao, basically returned to the team as soon as possible.

Last season's 2-0 lead in the Finals was pulled in four consecutive games, and the players were all holding a sigh of relief.

When the players are in place, the Thunder coaching staff will begin to train and train the players according to the plan.

Dior is more interesting. During the offseason, he indulged himself more and gained a lap. At this time, weight gain is free, and it is enough to practice muscles.

Just after the start of training camp, the Thunder signed three players with an unsecured contract, forward DeAndre Liggins, center Daniel Alton and Walker Russell.

In the first training class, Tang Tian found a more positive scene.

After Westbrook's passing error, Kidra guided him.

Westbrook nodded while listening ~ www.novelmtl.com ~ expression is very serious.

This is what Kidd can do. Others Westbrook estimates that it is difficult to listen to.

Durant and Ibaka are also in a good mood, chatting with laughter from time to time during the next break.

It can be felt that this team has completely emerged from the loss of last season.

But the only one who is not too emotional is Harden.

Maybe it was because I did n’t get into the starting line, the fighting spirit on the field was not high, and I looked around at the end of the break. From time to time, I played with the beard that was not long.

When the training ended, the players went back to the locker room to take a shower.

Tang Tian called Harden alone at this time.

Although the two hadn't met before, Tang Tian still knew that Harden was a very strong player from the memories of his previous life.