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Chapter 31 He's still the same Qin he always was!

Taylor is 198cm tall, a standard height for a shooting guard, and he's not just a scorer. This season, he averaged 21.9 points per game. After Mills and Gaines left, he became the team's leading scorer, and he also averaged 8.2 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game, with a field goal percentage of 49.4% and a three-point percentage of 37.3%. He can be said to be quite versatile.

He is outstanding on offense, and on defense, thanks to his height and wingspan, he is far more effective than Barrett.

Qin Yu then took three more shots, but his efficiency dropped under Taylor's defense, and he only made one.

"It's okay. You made four in a row before, a 5-for-7 shooting percentage, which is still very high." Karl came to Qin Yu's side and comforted him.

"Thank you," Qin Yu said.

He didn't really care; in fact, he was even a little excited. Even if Taylor's skill level wasn't as good as Mills', it was still far better than that of amateur players.

It's interesting to play against players like that.

"Pause, let's take a break!"

On the sidelines, Coach McKinnon called a halt to the game.

When Qin Yu came off the court, Coach McKinnon greeted him with a bright smile and said, "Qin, your performance was outstanding. Now I'm very sure that you are the person the team has been looking for, and you will be the final piece of our puzzle to win the championship."

Qin Yu rolled his eyes, thinking to himself, "Give me a break. With the team's current record, barely seventh in the Western Conference, you dare to talk about winning the championship?"

The last piece of the puzzle.

Mills and Gaines both went to play in the NBA. Are you saying I can do the work of both of them by myself?

Qin Yu didn't believe any of this. He didn't plan to stay in the Development League for long. He just wanted to accumulate points quickly and improve his skills. Maybe he could catch the last train of the Trail Blazers. Wouldn't it be even better if he could make it into the NBA this season?

Of course, this is very difficult!

Qin Yu's performance in those few minutes was outstanding. Many players' mentality has changed, and they have taken the initiative to come over and chat with him. Qin Yu responded to each of them with a smile.

However, he felt a pricking gaze fixed on him. He subconsciously turned his head and saw Smith staring at him with a venomous look in his eyes, muttering and cursing under his breath.

"A gentleman is open and honest, while a petty person hides his penis! Smith is trash too." Qin Yu immediately glared back with an even fiercer look.

Do you think I'm afraid of you?

Ha, I'm afraid you'll die a horrible death!

......

After a short break, the competition resumed.

Qin Yu returned to the court, while Smith remained on the court. Coach McKinnon wanted to continue observing whether Qin Yu could adapt to Taylor's defense.

It must be said that Taylor's defense was excellent, and he didn't let his guard down, maintaining the necessary focus and seriousness—this was his respect for Qin Yu.

This is an opponent he should take seriously!

Qin Yu frowned slightly, but remained calm.

Instead of trying to go one-on-one, he used his speed and top-notch basketball IQ to weave and run through the crowd, displaying almost textbook-perfect positioning.

Finally, Qin Yu shook off Taylor and reached the left corner three-point line, calling out to Karl, "Karl!"

coming!

By this time, Karl and Qin Yu were already familiar with each other, so without hesitation, Karl immediately made a cross pass to Qin Yu.

Qin Yu caught the ball, jumped up, and just before Taylor could catch up and block, he flicked his wrist and threw the basketball.

"Whoosh!"

This time it's done!

Coach McKinnon grinned, already having a tactical plan in mind.

Such a top-class striker doesn't hog the ball at all, making him incredibly useful. He can integrate into any system and is a huge asset to the team.

The Idaho Bentley's current roster boasts a superstar scorer like Taylor, a "sixth man" like Smith, and a playmaker like Barrett, especially in the forward and center positions, where they have amassed a considerable number of players.

But there's just no off-the-ball striker like Qin Yu!

What he values ​​most is Qin Yu's off-ball shooting ability; as for defense... that was a pleasant surprise!

......

A dozen minutes later, Qin Yu was substituted.

The scrimmage wasn't over yet, but Coach McKinnon had already seen what he wanted to see and felt that Qin Yu didn't need to continue playing.

In a scrimmage, Qin Yu made 8 of 14 shots, including two three-pointers, for 18 points, along with 2 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal.

With this data and this efficiency, what more could you ask for?

Not only Coach McKinnon, but also his teammates praised Qin Yu. No one would dislike a teammate who plays smartly, doesn't hog the ball, can distribute the ball effectively, and always appears in the right position to turn your passes into assists.

At noon, Qin Yu had lunch with his teammates to strengthen their bonds.

Before leaving, Coach McKinnon personally escorted him to the outside of the arena and told Qin Yu that there was a game the next day and that he should prepare.

"Oh, you can go on stage so soon?" Qin Yu exclaimed in surprise.

"Hehe," Mike chuckled, explaining, "Most people definitely couldn't do it; they need time to adapt and integrate into the team. But haven't you already adapted?"

Immediately, all three of them burst into laughter.

......

After another hour-long flight, Qin Yu finally returned to Portland.

The Trail Blazers have an away game today, and Roy, Batum, and others have all gone to the away game, so Qin Yu doesn't have much to do and simply stays home to rest.

As evening approached, Qin Yu called Ellie and invited Hank, Wells, and others to dinner.

Hank and the others hadn't changed much in the few days since they last met.

But Qin Yu gave them a completely different feeling.

Previously, Qin Yu was just an ordinary person hanging out at the community basketball court like them, but now he has transformed into the Trail Blazers' chief trainer, a sports miracle doctor. Even more exaggeratedly, the Trail Blazers actually announced that they would send him down to the Development League for training.

In other words, he has gained another identity: a professional football player!

Upon seeing Qin Yu, the group appeared somewhat tense, their earlier relaxed demeanor gone.

"Brothers, have I gotten even more handsome in just a few days?" Qin Yu joked. "Let me make it clear first, I'm straight, so don't get any ideas about me."

"Haha..." Everyone burst into laughter, and the atmosphere instantly became lively.

......

After the meal, everyone was completely relaxed.

"This team is very strong today. They've said they'll beat us by at least ten points."

"Tch, isn't it just a temporary team made up of the best players from several stadiums? They're coming for us, as if I didn't know."

"Anyone can brag! I could have said I'd give them twenty points!"

The group headed to the stadium they had arranged to meet that day, chatting and laughing along the way.

Ellie wore a playful makeup look today, reached out and took Qin Yu's arm, smiling happily, because Qin Yu hadn't changed; he was still the same Qin Yu as before.

only......

This guy is so clueless about romance!

She deliberately didn't wear a bra today, and Qin Yu didn't react at all. How infuriating!