"Oh, this is the editor of the NBA section of the Philadelphia City Journal, Justin Justin, a reporter for the Philadelphia 76ers." The host didn't seem to react until the middle of the live broadcast of the show, and Justin was there, so he was embarrassed to introduce it, and then asked, "What is Mr. Justin's opinion?" ”

"It's not a high view, it's just a different angle of analysis." Justin smiled indifferently, this blonde young man was no longer the little guy who was shocked when he recklessly pushed the wrong door, and was surprised when he saw Chen Mu and the others. The experience of the reporters on the team has brought him a great improvement, and now his aura is much stronger.

It's just that when facing Chen Mu, he still shouted "boss" one by one, but he hasn't forgotten how he got to the top.

"I know that all of you seniors have their own analytical angles, and their professionalism is much higher than mine, so I won't be ugly and analyze the reasons for the Rockets' winning streak from these perspectives. Although the angle I chose is not a tangible evidence, it can also be used as a corroboration to prove that one of the reasons for the Rockets' winning streak. ”

Justin said, "That's teamwork. ”

"I've analysed footage of the Rockets' games so far this season, and I've talked to reporters from other teams, and we've analyzed some marginal data about the league's teams, especially the strong teams. One of the stats is quite interesting, and I want to share it with you. ”

With Justin's words, the video highlights of the Rockets' game during the 20-game winning streak were played, but the picture that appeared on the screen was not a wonderful game picture, no Yao Ming's singles, no Maddie's dry pulling, and no outstanding performance of the role players.

On the screen, there is a gap between the game, such as before a player makes a foul free throw. For example, there is a short period of time when the players are walking to the bench when the team calls a timeout, such as a substitution or a moment when the players come on after the break.

In these images, the Rockets players are as close as a family, each high-five, chest-banging, nodding and smiling with their teammates. Judging from the picture, the atmosphere in the Rockets seems to be very good.

"From this video clip just now, everyone should have seen that the atmosphere in the Rockets team is very good, and there is no problem in the relationship between each player. Whether it is the core of the team or the fringe players, they do not hesitate to applaud and encourage their teammates. ”

Justin began, "We did the statistics. Combining handshakes, high-fives, hugs, chest bumps, and more as an 'interaction' statistic, the Rockets are averaging 77.6 interactions per game so far this season. ”

Justin said this data, the experts present were also stunned, many people turned around and looked at the people around them, obviously no one thought that they could actually conduct technical analysis from this perspective.

"Everyone knows that the average number of rounds per game in an NBA game is calculated in terms of the number of offensive possessions a team. It will be about 80 to 100 times. Each team has a different offensive and defensive style, a different tempo, and a different era, all of which can lead to changes in the number of rounds. ”

Justin was pleased with the results of the data he had thrown. "The Rockets are averaging 81.7 shots per game this season, and with the weighted bonuses of free throws and turnovers, the average number of offenses per game is about 90," he said. This is about a mid-to-lower level in the NBA this season, and it is not a team with a fast pace of offense and defense. ”

"It's such a team that focuses on attacking positionally. However, he was able to make an average of nearly 80 player interactions per game in about 90 offensive rounds. It's a good indication of the integrity of the Rockets and the level of trust between the players is huge. The atmosphere in the team is also quite good. ”

"Although the number of interactions is just an attempt by us, we can't say that it has much to learn from the real game situation. But we think the number of interactions with the Rockets is a testament to the team's cohesion, averaging 77.6 interactions per game, which is the top of our stats and more than 10 ahead of the league's second-best interactions. ”

Justin said, seeing that the experts and hosts around him were dumbfounded, knowing that the data he threw this time was more eye-catching, he continued: "From the perspective of team strength, the Rockets definitely do not belong to the First Army in the West. Especially after the 12th consecutive victory, Yao was injured, and the team's interior line has basically no attacking points. ”

"Neither Scola nor Landry are cornerstone-level interior players, and it's okay to take advantage of the outside to open up space and find opportunities to steal chickens to score, but it's a bit difficult to expect them to chisel in and kill one goal at a time. The current Rockets are definitely a team that is more important on the outside than on the inside, with many outside shooters, and an all-round organizer like Maddie, the Rockets' offense is mostly launched from the outside, and the inside line is mainly responsible for occasional singles, leaks, rebounding and other work, which is not an offensive 'core'. ”

"It is such a team, in such a terrifying West this season, that can actually win a strong streak, and briefly ranked the record in the third place in the West, and even overwhelmed the Hornets, which is in the limelight, I have to say that it is a miracle."

As he spoke, Justin looked back at the screen, as if he was communicating face-to-face with the audience outside the screen, and said, "And this miracle comes from interaction." ”

"For years, we've always asked, 'What kind of NBA team counts as a strong team, rather than a one-man show of a few heroes?'" The answer to this question, I think can be clearly expressed through these data: the Houston Rockets, at least from an interactive point of view, are the real number one 'team' in the league at present! ”

"There is no I in the TEAM, very wonderful comment!"

The moderator concluded his remarks and gave Justin a round of applause with a group of experts. Justin was naturally happy and smiled modestly. Not far from him, Jasner had a black face, and it must have felt quite bad to be robbed of the limelight.

"But Justin, rocket issues aside, I'm interested in this 'interaction' data that you've worked on." One expert was intrigued: "Can you share a little more about this 'engagement' data?" For example, who is second, and who is at the bottom of the league, etc.? ”

"Hehe, the detailed information is still being calculated, and a complete table has not yet been formed."

Where would Justin not know, this expert seems to be interested in his own data, in fact, he also wants to take this opportunity to make Justin's exclusive data public, so that the City News has such an exclusive resource to share, and everyone can use it together, so he laughed and said: "If you want to know the detailed interactive information data, this week's Philadelphia City Newspaper NBA special edition, there will be a special explanation and disclosure, and you can buy and watch it when the time comes." The newspaper with interactive information will be on sale on March 17, so please pay attention. ”

"Good fellow, the boy has grown!"

Chen Mu smiled knowingly, Justin is borrowing the slope to get off the donkey, people want to take away his exclusive resources, he is good, he was not fooled, but took this opportunity to use the channel of the live broadcast of the TV station to promote the newspaper he works for for free. And the mouth is sharp enough, the host hasn't come back to his senses yet, the young man has already finished speaking!

"Yes, yes, this kid has really grown, huh! If you look at his suit, it's still more decent. Carney echoed on the sidelines, causing everyone to have a black line on their faces.

"But here, I can still reveal a piece of information."

Everyone was talking outside the TV, and Justin said mysteriously on the TV: "According to our interactive technology statistics, the second team in the league in the current league in terms of interaction is second after the Rockets, and it is our local team - the Philadelphia 76ers." ”

"Although the number of interactions is about 10 fewer than the Rockets' average per game, the 76ers are currently in a very high position, and the teams in the future have far fewer interactions than the Rockets and the 76ers. It can be said that if the NBA league is ranked by the number of interactions, the Rockets are first, and the 76ers are second. ”

"It's also a great example of why the 76ers are playing better this season than they did last season. Hopefully they can carry that momentum into the playoffs and surprise us in the brutal competition of the playoffs. The host nodded and said, "Okay, let's go back to Team Rocket......"

The rest of the show is more traditional, with experts continuing to analyze the Rockets' winning streak with relatively familiar data, from different angles and with different perspectives. But when the Rockets will end their winning streak, experts are surprisingly unanimous:

"On March 16, in the Rockets' game against the Lakers, the 21-game winning streak is likely to be ended."

This conclusion was also recognized by the 76ers players, except for Chen Mu.

"If you win 21 in a row...... It's the second winning streak in history, right?? Iguodala asked.

"Well, I'll do ......the math," Lowry counted with his fingers, "The first is the Lakers' 33-game winning streak, before the Rockets, and the second is the Bucks' 20-game winning streak...... That's right, if you win 21 in a row, you will be second in history. ”

"It's a historical record, it's amazing." Iguodala nodded.

"When are we going to have a history record to play with?? Top dog?? Carney asked gleefully.

"There's going to be a chance." Chen Mu's expression was resolute, and he nodded: "There will definitely be a chance." ”

A few days later, March 16, the Toyota Center.

"Houston Rockets...... 22 wins in a row!!! ”

The home DJ chanted and the fans cheered as the Lakers lost 92-104 to the Rockets on the road with Gasol resting. While suffering two consecutive defeats, the Houston Rockets were completely sent to the altar.

Two days later, the Houston Rockets will face another enemy at home, the Philadelphia 76ers, a young guard from the East who has basically sealed a playoff spot this season. (To be continued......)

PS: What's that, after writing it, I found out that I should have played the Rocket's home court before, uh, it doesn't affect the overall situation, everyone meet my desire to write about the Toyota Center, haha, willful!