Qin Yue: "..."

Heartbreaking!

At this moment, according to Artest's description, Qin Yue always felt like he was a spoiled child in the Warriors' defensive system.

Since the Warriors needed him to put more energy into offense, over time, Qin Yue had gradually developed many bad habits.

In Qin Yue's view, this was not good.

So, Qin Yue decisively asked Artest for advice: "How do you think I should improve my defense?"

Upon hearing this, Artest said, "I think what you need to improve most now is your defensive positioning, and as for the blocks and steals I just mentioned... you should actually intensify those."

Qin Yue was puzzled: "But if I do that, won't I become a stats chaser?"

Artest shook his head and said, "In today's NBA, if people call you a stats chaser, it only proves... you're not chasing hard enough."

After pausing for a moment, Artest added: "Your offensive attributes dictate that, compared to wasting stamina on defense, we need you more to lead our charge on offense.

I know you're worried someone will point out your defensive flaws in the future... but as long as you can average more than 4 blocks per game, there will naturally be experts to defend you."

Originally, Qin Yue felt a bit guilty after being criticized by Artest.

But now, with Artest concisely revealing the truth of him being spoiled by the Warriors, Qin Yue felt...

He indeed should find a way to rack up more blocks and steals on the court!

Because, as Ah Tai said, unless the Warriors can find a suitable second option to share his offensive burden...

Otherwise, even if Qin Yue wanted to train defense, his teammates and coaches would kick him to practice threes and dribbling.

Qin Yue knew this wasn't good.

But in the adult world, he also had to learn to compromise.

...

The Christmas Day game ended.

Qin Yue, who could only wait until the summer to think of ways to improve his defensive skills, became an unrelenting stats machine under Artest's influence.

In the Warriors' last three games of 2006, he totaled 19 blocks and 7 steals.

Do these numbers prove that Qin Yue's defense is good?

The answer is both yes and no.

The reason it's no is that, within the Warriors' excellent defensive system, Qin Yue was fully utilizing his explosive talent to chase stats.

The reason it's yes is...

In the NBA, where everything aligns with stats, countless experts and fans already consider Qin Yue as the leading contender for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the 06/07 season.

As the new year began, the NBA officially announced the results of the awards for December in the Eastern and Western Conferences.

In December, Qin Yue, who averaged 30.8 points, 14.1 rebounds, 10.8 assists, 4.5 blocks, and 1.8 steals for the Warriors, was once again named the Western Conference Player of the Month for two consecutive months. (This includes data from Qin Yue's 17 games in December)

As of now, Qin Yue firmly occupies the top position on the regular season MVP leaderboard.

Regarding the terrifying report card he's delivered this season...

ESPN even suggested that the NBA should send the regular season MVP trophy to Oakland in advance.

This season, those players who originally planned to compete for the regular season MVP, after taking a look at Qin Yue's stats and the Warriors' record...

All fell silent.

In an interview, Nowitzki, currently ranked second on the regular season MVP leaderboard, said: "The NBA should have a separate 'Alien Award' for him.

We shouldn't be competing with him for the award; it's unfair to us."

Having been crushed by a 58-point margin by Qin Yue in the season opener, Nowitzki didn't even dare to campaign for himself at this moment.

Because if last year's Steve Nash was sprayed as a trophy thief...

Then this year, with the Warriors having both record and Qin Yue having the stats...

Who the hell dares to steal the spotlight from Qin Yue?

Kobe is the only player in the top ten of the regular season MVP leaderboard with a tough head.

But even so, during an interview, Kobe still said: "I don't think stats mean everything... but given the success he's led the Warriors to so far, he definitely deserves that trophy."

Qin Yue is likely to become the most undisputed regular season MVP in the NBA in nearly a decade.

However, as they embark on the new year journey, the Warriors suddenly faced a wave of injuries.

This wave of injuries was related to the many games the Warriors played last year.

Even though many Warriors players reduced their training last summer because of this, as the NBA's schedule became increasingly congested... the defending champions, far more fatigued than other teams, inevitably had their winning streak interrupted by injuries.

Due to an old knee injury, Baron Davis will miss the next four to eight weeks of games.

This injury was a big blow to Davis.

Compared to the torment of the injury, since Davis had a great chance of becoming the starting guard for this year's Western Conference All-Star team...

So, upon learning he might miss two months of games, Davis's mood instantly plummeted.

Regarding this, Qin Yue clearly understood that the original Mr. Big Beard could only heal his "wound" through time.

And immediately afterward...

Kwame Brown became the second player to go down for the Warriors in 2007.

Due to a moderate ligament strain, Brown will miss five to seven weeks.

Unlike Davis.

Since the starting center position for the West All-Star team had long been reserved for Yao Ming...

Brown never really had any interest in the All-Star from the beginning.

But with Biedrins's rapid growth this season...

Brown, who used to frequently hang out with him last season, had seen his relationship with Biedrins become increasingly subtle.

Within the Warriors, everyone, including Qin Yue, knew very well that Biedrins was waiting for an opportunity to elevate his status.

And now, a perfect opportunity to rise was right in front of Biedrins.

Brown was extremely worried that the starting position he had worked hard to secure with the Warriors would be snatched away by Biedrins due to this injury.

As it turns out, Brown's worries were not unfounded.

Because in the first game Brown missed...

The extraordinarily brave Biedrins scored 14 points, 11 rebounds, and 2 blocks for the Warriors.

Historically, it was the 06/07 season when Biedrins was promoted to the starting lineup by old Nelson.

His efficiency at finishing near the basket was very impressive.

And although his on-ball coordination wasn't great, Biedrins's off-ball coordination was excellent.

Under Mike Malone's tactical system, his flexible off-ball movement allowed him to achieve a stunning 7-for-7 efficiency in his first start of the season.

Moreover, all seven of Biedrins's near-the-basket finishes, which even Qin Yue couldn't criticize, ultimately turned into assist stats for Qin Yue.

Maybe, Biedrins's defense currently couldn't compare with Brown's...

But regarding his visibly improved status in Qin Yue's mind, Brown was extremely anxious.

And on January 8th, after losing two generals one after another, Murphy unfortunately sprained his ankle in training and will miss about three weeks of games for the Warriors.

Though on the surface, compared to the two main players, Murphy's absence seemed less impactful.

But both Mike Malone and Qin Yue knew very well...

Murphy's importance to the Warriors was no less than that of a starting player.

Murphy has a three-point shooting percentage as high as 39.8% this season.

When he plays off the bench, his three-point range and facilitating ability are key to the Warriors initiating their high post-off-ball tactics.

Now, having lost three generals in a row.

The Warriors not only have to face the most challenging New Year January journey under such adverse circumstances.

And soon...

They will travel to Los Angeles on the 10th to face their arch-rival, the Lakers.

Ever since Qin Yue ascended to become the Mayor of Los Angeles last season with two consecutive "Good Night, Los Angeles" wins...

The feud between the Lakers and Warriors no longer needed words to describe.

On the 9th, at the pre-game press conference.

Kobe, who wouldn't spare the Warriors due to their incomplete roster, candidly said: "Everyone knows we have two scores to settle with the Warriors."

And Qin Yue, who long considered Los Angeles his lucky place, responded: "I hope after tomorrow night's game, the number of scores Kobe wants to settle with us becomes three."

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PS: I couldn't complete the ten thousand character target today, bringing a total update of 8500 characters. Tomorrow Ah Qiao will strive to make up for the outstanding words while completing the ten thousand character target.

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