What is the effect of having a veteran point guard next to a young center? Just look at the sun today. Paul's arrival this season raised the sun, and Ayton became the beneficiary. Earlier, Ayton had thanked Paul after his outstanding performance. He was lucky to meet this mentor at the beginning of his career. He is expected to move towards the top center. Today, although the Suns lost overtime to the Nuggets 126-130, Ayton made 11 of 13 shots, 5 of 5 free throws, 27 points and 13 rebounds.
Against the Rockets 2 days ago, Ayton made 11 of 15 shots and scored 26 points, 17 rebounds and 5 blocks, which immediately made him a topical figure. But unexpectedly, Ayton said nothing about his performance after the game, but never left Paul. He said in the interview that Paul helped him a lot. He would teach him how to play the pick-and-roll, how to complete the air pick-and-roll after the pick-and-roll, how to defend the gate, and continue to communicate with him during the game. "I can't turn a blind eye to this," Ayton said. "He is willing to spend so much time guiding me. I am really honored and very lucky."
Faced with Ayton's praise, Paul neither Greedy, he scored 13 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists in the game, he said, thanks to Ayton's own efforts. He also reminded younger generations that if they want to become a strong player in the league, they must play a stable performance and must not have excessive fluctuations. "I will continue to urge him," Paul said, "he has this ability."
In the 2019-20 season, how Paul made Alexander usher in a leap when the outside world was full of doubts. Everyone is still vividly remembering. Then it was Ayton's turn. Ayton averaged 14.9 points, 12.1 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game this season, which seems to be lower than last season (18.2 points, 11.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks), but Ayton’s total field goal percentage (60.1%) and true field goal percentage (63%) ) Have reached career highs.
Ayton's average data decline this season is related to the overall decline in his usage rate, average playing time and number of shots. But at the same time, Ayton's offensive efficiency, defensive efficiency and victory contribution per 48 minutes have reached the best of his career. A more efficient Ayton appeared in front of the fans, and this is naturally inseparable from Paul's support.
This season, Paul’s scoring average and shooting percentage have both declined.He averaged 13.3 points per game, the lowest in his career, and his three-point shooting percentage fell below 30% for the first time since his rookie season. However, he averaged 8.7 assists per game, which is a new high since leaving the Clippers.
Fans joke: Ayton don't rush to praise Paul, because he will praise Paul a lot in the future, so don't run out of words. (Supine support/Maomao)
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