Middle distance, high spirits never die-on the most classic breakthrough technology on the basketball court

In fact, it is not difficult to understand that compared with the more confident attack under the basket and the more direct and rude three-point long shot, the return rate of the middle distance is really low, and the density and defensive intensity of the defenders in the middle distance area are also relatively the highest. The data shows that during the 19-20 season, 37% of NBA shots came from CIC, but only 29% of them scored, and each CIC scored only about 0.8 points, far below the average of all offensive means. For this reason, the defensive concept of many head coaches is to try their best to drive their opponents into the CIC area and force them to use the most uneconomical offensive means. When they return to the offensive end, they must do everything possible to avoid using CIC too much. Observers say CIC is gradually becoming a disappearing art.

When NBA and ABA just merged 1976, NBA traditionalists hated the reform of setting up the three-point line and did not encourage this kind of attack. In the first season of three-pointers, each team only hit 2.8 three-pointers per game. In the second season, the number dropped instead of rising, with an average of only two per game, and the shooting percentage of all teams in the league was only 25%. But today, it is undeniable that the appearance of three-pointers has changed basketball, given players great freedom and given greater creativity in the game.

Although the shooting distance of athletes is getting farther and farther, the basketball court in NBA has not changed since World War II. The average weight of the players has increased by 25 Jin, and the height has increased by 3 cm. The space is obviously insufficient compared with before. In order to better open up the space, it seems that three-pointers can no longer satisfy the appetite of modern basketball. Some people even suggest that if a shot hits 28 feet from the basket, it can be considered as four points.

As the best league in the world, many NBA players do have the ability to shoot at this distance. In the season when Crawford won the best sixth man for the second time, the shooting percentage in that area reached an astonishing 60.9%(23 shots 14), not to mention that Curry, Lillard and others started shooting a few steps away from the three-point line. But at present, Mo Gou and his theory of "giving up middle distance shooting" are far from dominating the league.

Under the leadership of Mo Gou, ignoring the rockets shooting in the middle distance, the offensive efficiency is not bad. They seek efficient scores by speeding up, breaking through and counterattacking, with free throws ranking first in the league and three-pointers ranking first in the league. In the usual training, shooting in the middle distance is also the last thing for the forward players of the Rockets-they would rather back off and shoot three points.

However, middle distance shooting has its own value, and not hitting middle distance and not having middle distance ability cannot be simply equated. Once the rhythm of the game is low, the inside attack can't be played, the outside line is strangled, and there are not many opportunities for counterattack, and the big trouble of the rocket comes, which is why the rocket often fluctuates in the game. Therefore, during Paul's two years in the Rockets, Houston has really grown into a team competing for the championship-in addition to the transformed positional warfare, the super middle distance of the "God of Defenders" is a great weapon for the team to attack.

With the development of NBA, not only the data analysis system is improving, but also the basketball concept is improving. Some clever teams have found ways to curb rocket data basketball, such as 13 14 season blazers. They pay attention to protecting the restricted area and the three-point line, which is the so-called "most valuable shooting area", but their defense ability to the middle distance is average. This defensive deployment will make the Rockets have a headache and make Mo Gou's analysis system useless. Aldridge's explosion of rockets is actually a powerful refutation of this theory. The data can really explain something, but more practical support is needed to draw a subversive theory-basketball depends on the players' play in the final analysis, and there is no theory applicable to all players and teams.

Space is the most precious word in the competition. When space is created, miracles happen. Therefore, only three points is definitely not enough. CIC is really inefficient in data. But the middle distance is a guaranteed output, which is necessary in the face of a strong defensive team. Once the team has CIC, the offensive means will be richer and the levels will be more distinct.

And middle distance shooting is the simplest and most effective way to shoot. Compared with three-pointers, it has a higher hit rate and does not need too many complicated cover tactics; Compared with the breakthrough and the attack under the basket, it doesn't need too much physical contact and there won't be too much defensive interference.

Players who can score in the middle distance can effectively force their opponents to expand their defense and create valuable space for their teammates' attack. Similarly, middle-distance shooting can effectively dominate the opponent's defense, and both the exploratory step and the fake action can create opportunities for their own breakthrough and passing. In other words, it increases the possibility of attack. If a player doesn't have the ability to shoot in the middle distance, then his activity area will be greatly limited, and his role in the offensive end is often not so obvious.

In the long run, middle-distance shooting is the most labor-saving way to score. More players who use middle-distance shooting have more ideal physical reserves at critical moments than those who play inside singles, because it has less physical loss. Moreover, the use of mid-range jumper scores can also extend the sports life of players. Of course, the most important point is the final decision of mid-range shooting at the last moment. Without this simple and effective scoring method, all key balls should choose three-point tactics or breakthroughs, which will undoubtedly make the game more difficult.

Three-pointers are unstable under the defensive pressure in the key round of the playoffs.

The five seasons from 20 14 to 19 can be said to be the most brilliant seasons in the history of the Warriors. In these five years, they all finally reached the finals and won the O 'Brien Cup three times. However, let's take a closer look at the warriors who are famous for their "Splash Brothers" three-pointers. In fact, their success or failure in the key round is not based on one three points after another.

We will find that in the last five minutes of the final game of the five-year finals, in the 20 16- 17 season, both sides' three-point shooting percentage exceeded 40%, and in the rest of the season, due to the pressure of defense and the loss of physical strength, both sides' three-point shooting percentage was around 20%. The warrior's performance is actually worse. 20 14- 15, 20 15- 16, 20 17- 18 failed to hit three points in the last five minutes. In other words, no matter whether a warrior succeeds or fails, it has little to do with three-pointers. Even if they finally win the game, they rely on a safer key round of mid-range shooting.

The killer weapon of strong teams in the past three years

The champion of 19 is the Raptors. The number of three-point shots of the Northern Territory Legion is only medium in the league, and the team has fewer inside axes. Gasol, Ibaka and Leonard are all good jumpers in the middle distance, so the whole team can win the championship without relying on three points. Shoka, in particular, is one of the strongest investment killers in the league. In this year in Canada, Xiao Ka perfectly demonstrated his ability and responsibility, often being negative when he couldn't open the situation, and using his precise investment to achieve a breakthrough. Because of his strong body and solid basic skills, he can not only maintain a high hit rate under general defensive intensity, but also maintain a good shooting feel in the face of confrontation. The 76ers' G7 won the stalemate and eliminated the Bucks, which made Brother Xin realize that he had really killed CIC in the game, which proved Cam's super middle-range projection ability.

It is precisely because of Cam's steady CIC attack that the Raptors made great strides in the playoffs and won the first championship in team history without being optimistic.

19/20 season, the Lakers reached the summit after ten years. James's core role is self-evident, but Davis, who flew from the air, is actually the first killer of positional warfare that the Lakers are proud of. "Brother Thick Eyebrows" is both internal and external. In addition to tough defense, three-pointers on the outside and silky breakthrough singles are commonly used weapons, and the most important weapon for him to attack the Lakers is mid-range shooting.

During the Lakers' playoff journey, Davis has repeatedly revealed the true face of the handsome guy "CIC". No matter facing Whiteside, Tucker, Grant and Adebayor, Davis's middle-distance singles are efficient and practical, and easy to lift.

In the just-concluded 20-2 1 season, the suns can go all the way to the finals. Although there are "opponents' injury and welfare" factors, it is undeniable that their strength is hard enough, which is the biggest reason. Speaking of the Sun's offensive system, there must be two middle-distance shooters-Paul and Booker. Booker, in particular, in his first playoff trip, didn't have any timid taste at all. What he presented to the world was only confidence and calmness. And his "middle distance" which has made many achievements in the competition is even more impressive.

In terms of distance, Booker has a strong ability to find space. He won't break through in a straight line after the pick-and-roll, but he likes to complete this C-shaped walk after the pick-and-roll and find a space to complete the jump shot.

At the same time, Booker and Elton move in opposite directions after the pick-and-roll, which will make the other big man worry that Booker will pass the ball to Elton and have to shrink to the basket, so Booker will get a lot of shooting space as he wishes.

Eliminate the Lakers with 47 points in Game 6, 40 points in Game 1 in the Western Conference, G4 and G5 40+ in the finals. Although only one step away from the championship, Booker has washed away the name of "brush" and stepped into the ranks of superstars.

Jordon

If Kobe's shooting posture is picturesque, then Jordan is that picture. Relying on excellent jumping, coordinated physical fitness and leaning back when necessary, Jordan's investment is both beautiful and practical (sometimes even flat-frame jump shot), which is basically not disturbed by ordinary people.

And the dominance in investment is as invincible as O 'Neill's dominance in the three-second zone. At the peak, Jordan averaged 6.3 shots per game, ranking first in history, with an astonishing hit rate of 5 1. 1%. In Jordan's whole career, the shooting percentage of middle-range shooting can be said to be the limit of defenders, close to 50%!

1June, 998 14, at the last moment of the final G6, Jordan successfully intercepted Malone's ball and hit the middle distance steadily after passing Russell who defended him. After the ball hit, the Chicago Bulls won the third consecutive championship for the second time, and Jordan's shooting was also the league's greatest lore.

Kobe (Japanese city); Kobe Bryant (kobe bean bryant)

Mamba's CIC ability can be perfectly proved by giving a series of relevant data. In the 2008 Western Conference finals, the Lakers beat the Spurs 4-/kloc-0. Kobe Bryant faced the Spurs' wheel defense, and finally handed over the answer sheet averaging 29.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists, and his shooting percentage was as high as 53.3%, which was frightening. What's more, in those five games, Kobe's free throws 1 1 were surprisingly low. The reason is that he shot 55 times in five games and hit 26 goals. In the inside area, Kobe shot 44 times and hit 30 goals. Bryant still averaged 29.2 points per game when he made 8 of 24 3-pointers. Because CIC is too stable, it can score without foul and free throw, that is to say, Kobe Bryant "killed" the Spurs alive.

Leonard

Leonard is sought after by many fans for his classical playing style and low-key and simple personality, and coaches are also fascinated by his old-school basketball temperament. The superstar has never worked full-time in almost any season when he reached the peak, and his bad relationship with some teams has also made him full of controversy. However, what really excites people is his double-faced personality and his determination to "cross thousands of people".

In aesthetics, Leonard is not as good as Jordan and Kobe. Because of the gap in dynamic quality, Cam's shooting action is more rigid, so it is also called "Jordan in the box" But Leonard's advantage is that he is taller and stronger. His offensive style is closer to Kobe Bryant in 2008-10. His epee has no advantage and is skilled.

Durant (American city)

Durant's scoring method, like an encyclopedia, is definitely CIC. Because of the height advantage in the same position, Durant always dislocates when shooting, and because of the height advantage (not easy to be disturbed and blocked), his shooting rate has been maintained at around 50%. Whether in Thunder or Warriors, KD has always been the most reliable scorer at the critical moment of the game. The middle-distance singles at the crucial moment is the biggest magic weapon for 17 and 18 warriors to win the championship.

This year's Olympic Games, in the 1/4 match between the United States and Spain, it was Durant who frequently used CIC to open the situation and help the "dream team" reverse the victory.

Nowitzki

Although the German body is full of rigidity and rigidity, Nowitzki presents people with more art and gentleness. Dirk is one of the most comprehensive, productive and efficient inside players in the history of the league, and also one of the greatest pitchers: flexible footwork, 2 meters 13 height, incomparably soft shooting touch, and top-notch CIC and long-range shots. Among them, his golden rooster independent jump shot is the most praised. With his outstanding height, jumping height and leaning back, almost everyone will sigh when looking at the ball. When in good shape, Nowitzki can shoot continuously at any position within the three-point line.

Aldridge

Adebayor is a top low-post scorer with versatile offensive skills. From the jump shot from 15 feet away to the attack with the ball in the basket, he pushed his opponent away from the basket with his shoulder and hit it hard. His basic skills are quite solid. The footwork under the basket is flexible and reasonable, and the attack is extremely threatening. It's almost impossible to block the camera. The hit rate of turn-over jumper is also high.

There are also some defenders who have little physical advantage, but their skills and rhythm are outstanding, and they can always easily hit the easy CIC. In this classification, Demar DeRozan, Mackler and Abla are typical.

Because of the space problem, I will mention Demar demar derozan.

As far as physical talent is concerned, Demar DeRozan is not superior in the league. His wingspan is only 2.06m and his height is 1.98m, so Demar demar derozan prefers to play pick-and-roll with the center when he takes the ball. Facing the center player on the other side, Demar demar derozan often ends the game with a jumper, and so does he in the Spurs. When he has an excellent inside player-Aldridge in the middle distance, the opponent will not choose to change defense because of the latter.

Demar DeRozan's shooting can be said to be the most like Kobe's, no matter the agility of turning, the height of taking off or the range of leaning back, it is very similar.

The development of the times corresponds to the acceleration of the offensive and defensive rhythm. While praising the bucks' quick attack and defense and the rockets' indiscriminate three-pointer projection, we should not deny the importance of CIC to a team. This offensive technique, which was carried forward by Jordan and Kobe Bryant, not only has a profound brand of the times, but also has been proved by countless teams to be an indispensable stepping stone to winning the championship, and must not be abandoned and forgotten. Therefore, every time I see Durant and Leonard performing stunts on the loudspeaker, I feel sad, as if I had gone back to the past. Tactics will update iterations, but they are classic and never out of date.

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