Alphabet truce! The Bucks lost to the Pistons by 33 points, Lillard took the table at halftime, and Ivey shined

Alphabet truce! The Bucks lost to the Pistons by 33 points, Lillard took the table at halftime, and Ivey shined

Alphabet truce! The Bucks' fiasco against the Pistons has a deep meaning behind it

"When you think you're in control, life gives you a damn." This Internet buzzword aptly describes the situation of the Bucks in the recent NBA preseason. Faced with the Pistons' 33-point defeat, Antetokounmpo's absence seemed to be the trigger for this loss, but the significance of this game was much more than that.

Event Recap: From Peak to Trough

In this game, the Bucks should have taken advantage of Lillard's strong performance to usher in a beautiful victory. In the opening period, the Bucks took a double-digit lead with Lillard's efficient scoring. However, as the game progressed, the Pistons gradually found their rhythm, especially Ivey's brilliant performance, which quickly wiped out the Bucks' advantage.

The key to this game is the Bucks' bench lineup, which has been disappointing on the court. Throughout the game, the slump of substitutes at key moments exposed the team's flaws in depth. It can be said that this fiasco of the Bucks is not accidental, but the result of the management's neglect of bench construction for a long time.

Thinking the other way around: if there had been no defeat

Assuming this game doesn't happen, can the Bucks stay competitive in the new season? On the surface, a win doesn't seem to change the overall strength of the team, but on a psychological level, the confidence and morale of the victory are invisible forces. If the Bucks win the game, the team's cohesion and self-confidence will help them perform in the following seasons and may even influence management's decision-making.

However, the defeat instead became an opportunity for the team to reflect. The management may pay more attention to the construction of the bench to improve the overall strength of the team. So, while this defeat is a disappointment for fans, it could also set the stage for future success.

Characterization: Ivey vs. Lillard

In this game, Ivey's performance was undoubtedly the brightest, with his 22 points and 2 rebounds, showing the unlimited potential of young players. Lillard's brilliant first half performance was unsalvageable. This contrast not only reflects the differences in the styles of the two players, but also reveals the different responsibilities they have in their respective teams.

As the leader of the team, Lillard's success is directly related to the team's victory or defeat. However, as a young player, Ivey is less under pressure and is more relaxed and able to play well in the game. This psychological difference reflects the different positioning and value of the two players in the team.

Creating Conflict: Management's Dilemma

The Bucks' fiasco not only exposed the problems with the bench lineup, but also triggered a deep reflection on management. How to build a team with depth and strength under the core system of Brother Alphabet and Lillard has become an urgent problem for team management to solve. Without timely action, the Bucks' performance in the new season will be more challenging.

On the other hand, the Pistons, under the leadership of new coach JB Bickerstaff, have a new lease of life. The team's overall performance and ability to work together has improved dramatically, which is a wake-up call for Bucks management: In the NBA, star players alone can't achieve consistent wins, and team collaboration and depth are just as important.

Predicting the Future: Bucks' Choices and Challenges

Going forward, the Bucks must adjust in the following areas:

Upgrading the bench lineup

: This is the most urgent task at the moment. Management needs to evaluate the performance of existing substitutes and look for suitable trades or reinforcements to strengthen the team as a whole.

Develop young players

: Ivey's performance has proven the potential of young players, and if the Bucks can actively develop young players, there will be more surprises in the future.

Tactical adjustments

In the absence of Brother Alphabet, how to adjust the tactics to maximize the advantages of the existing players is a question that the coaching staff needs to think deeply.

Mental construction

: Confidence and morale in beating the Pistons are key to the Bucks' return to the top. The management needs to create a positive atmosphere for the team to enhance the mental quality of the players.

Conclusion: Room for reflection and discussion

The fiasco of this game undoubtedly sounded the alarm for the Bucks. The management of the team will face great pressure and challenges in the coming months. How to find the best team combination under the leadership of Antetokounmpo and Lillard and build a team that can go far in the playoffs will be a difficult problem they must face.

Here, we can't help but ask: Can the Bucks grow through the pain and usher in new glory? Can the Pistons keep up that form and continue to pull off miracles in the new season? All this will be answered in the next game. Readers are welcome to share their thoughts on the future of the Bucks and Pistons.