Chapter 214

The second quarter of the game started quickly. The first quarter had left a fairly good impression on the audience, and without Kobe, the game turned out to be even more entertaining than they had imagined. Now both teams were easing up on defense, allowing the “Flying Man” to dart around the court, with the baskets being tossed about as if they might fly right out of their frames. At every moment, people were enjoying a rare game purely for entertainment.

So everyone was looking forward to the start of the second quarter. In fact, those who added more flair to the game were Zhou Yi and James’s occasional dominant dunks, which captured the audience’s attention. As for those they considered dull and annoying, like the unpredictable Westbrook, although they appreciated his skills, they didn’t find much interest in him.

With that, the second quarter began. Every year, many players participate in the All-Star game, leading to disagreements over playing time. Everyone wants to be recognized more on the court and to enjoy the atmosphere of the All-Star game, where every cell seems to dance. Thus, everyone loves this feeling and wants to play, which often results in uneven time distribution. Conflicts between some players and coaches gradually emerge at such times.

Therefore, allocating playing time among players is an important task for these coaches. Eric Spoelstra has done fairly well in this regard. Of course, Zhou Yi is bound to get the most playing time—something everyone knows, given his skills. No one dares to challenge the fact that the current Eastern Stars team is almost entirely controlled by the Pistons.