Chapter 23 The Effect of Physical Training

Ollie's principle is to run until he can't run, so both of them are still insisting.

By the 12th group, Walker couldn't hold on, and stood there gasping for breath.

Tang Tian also stopped after finishing the 13th set. Although he was panting heavily, he seemed to be in a slightly better condition than Walker.

Kahun nodded in satisfaction when he saw it.

Walker needless to say, his physical fitness has always been the best in the team.

However, Tang Tian's progress was a bit unexpected.

Defense is a very physical thing, especially Tang Tian basically has to mark the opponent's star every night, the consumption is naturally greater.

Tang Tian's physical fitness has improved, which is the best news for Kangda.

"Tang, that's ok." Walker couldn't help but reached out and patted Tang Tian's shoulder after he slowed down.

Tang Tian smiled.

Progress is a constant thing. He has been doing physical training in accordance with the scientific method of his previous life since he crossed over. Coupled with the nutritious meal that Kahun applied for him, it was finally effective after half a year.

Although there is still a gap between Tony Allen and the goal he wants to achieve, it has already met expectations.

"Our first opponent after Christmas is Providence College, they're No. 2 in the Big East, it's going to be a tough game, but I hope you all give 100 percent. Get in shape and win the game," Cahon said to the players after training.

This kind of large-scale holiday is a carnival day for ordinary people, but it is a more sensitive period for the team.

Take the NBA All-Star Game for example, it's only a weekend, but many teams will be in different states before and after.

In other words, this holiday could easily be a watershed moment for the team's performance.

Kangda was in good shape with a seven-game winning streak before Christmas, but no one can guarantee that it will turn into a losing streak after Christmas.

Not to mention that they are going to face their rivals as soon as they come back this Christmas.

After Kahon finished speaking, he then pulled out the tactical board and began to explain the tactical ideas for the next game.

Providence College is not a traditional tycoon. They have suddenly emerged this season, mainly relying on the run-and-gun style of play and their core leader, Marshan Brooks, known as "Little Kobe".

Brooks has a wealth of offensive methods. He has averaged 26.6 points per game so far this season. He scored 52 points in the previous game against Notre Dame University, tying the school record. He is considered a player who has the opportunity to compete for the John Wooden Award.

Among the guards in the entire Big East League, Walker is the only one who can be bright with him for a while.

But if you really want to count, as a pure No. 2, his personal scoring ability is even stronger than Walker.

The two teams played against each other once at the beginning of the season. At that time, Tang Tian did not hold him down. The latter scored 39 points to help Providence College finally win the game.

That game happened to be the game before Concordia started its 7-game winning streak.

Now, if you lose, it will end the seven-game winning streak of the University of Concord.

"Providence College's offensive tempo is very fast. What we have to do is to suppress their offensive tempo. Don, Brooks will leave it to you. You must not let him shoot. He is very capable of scoring, but The offensive selection is mediocre, as long as he suppresses the Providence College offense, it will be half dead."

"Understood." Tang Tian nodded.

In the past, Brooks failed to prevent more because he couldn't keep up with his physical fitness in the second half. Now that his physical fitness has improved, he naturally has confidence.

At the end of two days of training, the University of Connecticut will host the Providence College friars at home.

During the holidays, there were only a lot of fans who came to watch the game. The team's seven-game winning streak before Christmas gave them hope of regaining its former glory, and they supported the team even more than before.

Because Christmas just passed, some fans were still wearing Christmas clothes, which added some festive atmosphere to the game.

Before the start of the game, the players of the two teams conducted the final warm-up training before the game.

Marshan Brooks of Providence College stands out.

His slender build, 1.96 meters tall and 91 kilograms, is a standard shooting guard body.

In the warm-up before the game, Brooks made a few jumpers like Kobe Bryant, which also attracted the attention of many viewers.

Halfway through the warm-up, Brooks sat on the sidelines.

At this time, the reporters at the scene seized the opportunity and went up to interview him directly.

"Hey Ma Shang, how are you feeling today?"

Brooks did not object to seeing the reporter coming, and stood up with a smile.

"Very good," Brooks said.

"We all know that the last time the two teams played against each other was at Providence College, and this time it was an away game. Do you have the confidence to play as well as the last game?" the reporter said.

"Of course, as long as I get into the state, where the game is the same." Brooks showed ease.

"Get another 39 points?" The reporter asked with a smile.

"Yes, or more points, I know Connecticut is in good shape now, and I have to do that to win them." Brooks nodded.

"Looks like you have a lot of confidence in yourself."

"Of course, I've always been like this, going to the game with confidence." Brooks is confident.

"Yes, play with confidence, like Kobe did."

Brooks laughed when he heard that.

"We all know that now you have the title of 'Little Kobe', what do you think of this title?" the reporter asked.

"I like it. Kobe is a great player. He has extremely high talent and works very hard. He is my idol. I am honored to be able to compare with him." When it comes to Kobe, Brooks's words are still full of respect.

"But you will still meet Tang." The reporter said with a smile.

Brooks also smiled when he heard it, but it was not the same as when he talked about Kobe before, it was a disapproving smile.

"Will you be bothered? We all know that Tang has guarded a lot of players, even players of the level of Klay Thompson." The reporter asked.

"But he didn't guard me, did he?" Brooks asked rhetorically.

"Yes." The reporter nodded with a smile.

"Last time he didn't guard me, and this time is the same." Brooks really is "Little Kobe". When talking about opponents, the confidence in his words is beyond words.

"Then, good luck." The reporter finally reached out and shook hands with Brooks.

Brooks nodded, and when the reporter left, he turned his head and glanced at the next half, but not at Tang Tian, ​​but at Walker.

That, is the player he wants to be his opponent.