When you succeed, you may also think that everything comes for granted.
At the age of 32, Mo Williams is gradually coming to the end of his 12-year career. From Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Portland, Minnesota to Charlotte, since the 2011-12 season four years ago, Mo-Will has worn five jerseys and moved to five cities.
The high-spirited past six years ago, when he averaged 17.8 points per game in the 2008-09 season, reached the Eastern Conference Championship Game, and was selected as the only All-Star player in his career, was like a gorgeous bubble that dissipated with the departure of LeBron James.
"I can't remember, I can't remember. At that time, I thought it would never end, so I didn't think it would be a memory that needed to be remembered."
Looking back at the past, it was taken for granted and the Cavaliers were always regarded as championship contenders. Mo Williams appreciates every opportunity he gets to compete now.
"Bee" tide rises again
"This summer, Big Al and I talked about the possibility of playing together. Although things went against our expectations at first, things happened during the season. Some things are destined to happen. I have wanted to come here since the summer."
Throughout his career, Williams, nicknamed "Mo Bu Chuan" by Taiwanese fans, was not afraid to show his self-propelled cannon-like outside skills, and this style of play just made up for the Achilles' heel of his new team, the Hornets. In order to compensate for the main control Kemba Walker knee meniscus injurythe vacancy created,Hornets call on Timberwolves and Mo Williams. At this time, they realized that they had met each other too late.
Mo's offensive ability makes him the second weapon when the team's offense is stalled. Accurate outside play also frees up Al Jefferson's offense. Not to mention the established impression of "everyone passing the ball". His ability to assist in seizing space and opportunities also gives Cody Zeller and Gerald Henderson, who have excellent running abilities, more opportunities to score with the ball.
"He's so smart. He knows when to shoot and when to pass. Looking at his numbers, he's had a lot of assists in several games." – Kemba
In ten games as a Hornets, the team won six and lost four. With the ball in hand, Mo averaged about 21 points and 9 assists per game. He even won the Eastern Conference Player of the Week award last week when he led the team to four consecutive victories. The team's three-point shooting percentage increased to 36.8 % in March, and its assists increased to 26.8. Mo's traces can be seen everywhere.
After a 12-year career, Mo Williams has become one of the smartest point guards around. And Hornets head coach Steve Clifford happens to appreciate this kind of professional veteran the most.
"Mo has his style of play, and he's been doing it for many years. When he comes to a team where the game plan has been set, he asks a few questions and, like a pro, he can figure out how to contribute to the team. The way."
After the pick-and-roll, know how to wait for the defender to make a choice and create confusion in the defender before passing the ball. Seeing teammates standing in a favorable position, you can also use cuts to create gaps. The presence of Mo Williams allowed Al Jefferson to play more efficient basketball. It also proves how important a good ball feeder is for a team that uses penalty area players as its main attack force.
Josh McRoberts did the job for a season, and finally someone took over.
Lost beauty
In the Trail Blazers and Clippers, Mo Williams also continued to taste the high-intensity competition in the playoffs. However, the glorious moment when the Cavaliers challenged for the highest honor is still the most unforgettable memory for him.
"I thought it would be something that happens year after year. When you reach the top, you sometimes forget about the hard work you put in and take it for granted."
"When that peak leaves you realize it was just temporary. You have to accept every moment and continue to give your all on the court."
"You have to understand. What you have this year is not guaranteed to be what you have tomorrow."
Experience is hard to replace
After leaving the Cavaliers, Mo Williams was never treated like the core of the team. But after an ups and downs career, 12 seasons of experience, and readjustment after changing teams seven times, Mo is already a veteran in the workplace who can serve as a spiritual mentor for young players.
Kemba Walker, who just signed a four-year, $48 million contract and is regarded as the future core of the team, also cherishes the opportunity to watch Williams play from the sidelines.
"I had the opportunity to watch and learn from the bench. I'm glad the team traded him. I can feel that I can learn something from him. I can't wait to play with him on the court!"
For head coach Clifford, the development of a professional attitude is the greatest value that Mo brings to the Hornets.
"Player development has many aspects. As a coach, I hope that rookies PJ Hairston and Noah Vonleh can learn to become professional players from watching Mo. To learn how professional players prepare for the game, how to handle the game on the court, and their response to the game." Alliance understanding."
Go back to your original intention and enjoy every momentAs he approaches the end of his career, Mo Williams returns to his original intention of playing basketball.
"It's that simple, I just want to win."
"At this point in my career, I've made a lot of money, I've been to the All-Star Game, but there's only one thing I haven't experienced yet. Experience intensity at the highest level and win a championship. That's for everyone. Goal." Faced with few career miles left, Mo Williams began to cherish every opportunity to play. "When you get to my age, you start to appreciate every game. Even in Minnesota, I still cherish every opportunity to play, cherish every moment on the court, because you never know when the end is going to happen." "I will be careful. Savor every last moment. The moment you drive to the stadium, the warm-up moment, the game, the post-game press conference, where I ate after the game, what I did." "What you should do is cherish every moment. moment."
