bestfiction Chapter 218 028: The Power Shows
Chapter 218 028: The Power Shows
Chapter 218 028: The Power Shows
Garnett agreed to be traded to the Celtics, the most direct purpose is to compete for the championship.
The team just fell behind by a big score, and there is still the possibility of pulling it back.It's just a vague worry that keeps Garnett from keeping calm.
There was a day of rest and adjustment in the middle of the game. Garnett stayed up all night. Even so, he devoted himself to the next day's team practice.
The advantage of his dark skin is that his teammates cannot see its thick dark circles.
Garnett is now the spiritual leader of the Celtics. As long as he doesn't panic, the rest of the players can prepare for the game step by step.
The Celtics are only one game behind, within the reachable range, at least on the surface they are calm.
After training, Garnett kept Pierce and Ray Allen.
"Paul, Ray, although the next game is only the fourth game, it will be a last stand for us." Garnett can hide it from ordinary players, but players of their level basically know the strength of their opponents.
Gao Fei has decided to retire, and the final stage of the game is bound to not be retained.It was an extremely powerful blow to the Celtics' defense.
"Do you want to lose the first finals like this?" Garnett said bluntly, there is no need to beat around the bush with the two players who have been the boss of the team.
"I don't want to." Ray Allen, nicknamed Gentleman Ray, is very personable on and off the court, and he simply replied.
"Of course not!" Pierce played longer with the Celtics, and was a Lakers fan when he was young, so he had more thoughts about this battle.He wants to win more than anyone on the team.
"For us, this is the only chance to defeat Gao Fei. If we miss it, we may never have it again." Garnett knows that every team has a window of opportunity to win the championship, and he wants to maintain the championship. Change teams this way.
At least so far, no top star can pull down this face.
The three big shots of the Celtics left from the North Shore Garden one after another, drove home, and each prepared for the next night's game.
The sports media have been engaged in related reports for many years, experienced the Jordan era, and know that before a star of Gao Fei's level retires, he usually leaves a classic masterpiece.Almost all the media sent a large number of reporters to interview everyone the Lakers could reach.
All the staff, including security guards, team escorts, and equipment managers, were interviewed by different media and talked about Gao Fei in their eyes.
Genius was the word that appeared most often in the answers. Almost everyone who had close contact with Gao Fei praised him.
If the American media wants to deify a person, they only need to cover the sky and cover the sky to create such an atmosphere.
Gao Fei is certainly not their goal of apotheosis, but three years of experience is already legendary enough.To leave a strong mark in the history of the league, naturally spare no effort to exaggerate.
Due to the increase in interviews, the players were a little overwhelmed.
Master Zen told the staff to block part of the interview as much as possible, so as to give the players time to prepare for the game.
Gao Fei turned down all the interviews. After the finals, he set aside time for interviews, so most of the media reporters could understand.
Busy time seems to go faster than usual.
The North Shore Garden Arena still retains some traditions. The old floor is one of them. Several floors have a long history.Except for these pieces, all the rest are new.
The Lakers are the darling of the league, and they have two watchable guards, and one of them is going to retire.All kinds of gimmicks gathered, and the average ticket price rose to an unprecedented height.
Even so, it is still popular and sold out early.
With the Celtics having already won one game, tickets for Game [-] of the series are already on sale, and the price tag is higher than the Celtics' home court.The Los Angeles fans were enthusiastic and relentless, and they were all booked.
Gao Fei decided to invite his friends, and he was a bit reluctant to buy side tickets, but he still spent hundreds of thousands of dollars.
All kinds of idle affairs failed to affect Gao Fei.
The Lakers players took the bus to the North Shore Garden Arena, ready to start the fourth game of the series.
The Lakers wore purple jerseys for this game, and the equipment manager had already hung the jerseys on the hangers in advance, and the sneakers and protective gear were ready, waiting for their owners to arrive.
Gao Fei was the first to enter the locker room, high-fived the equipment manager, then walked to the hanger with his name tag on it, and began to change equipment.
"The Celtics are good enough for us. If we play against the Kings, we won't be able to stay on the road." Gao Fei changed into equipment, stretched his ligaments, and chatted with the equipment manager.
"The locker room of the King's away team is the worst in the league," said the equipment manager, who will fly with the team all over the United States. He has experienced every team's away game, and the last thing he wants to go to is Sacramento. belong to the same division as them."
"It doesn't matter, I won't fly with you in the future." Gao Fei said with a smile.
"You are only 23 years old, why are you going to retire?" The equipment manager never understood this point.
"The ideas of a genius are always strange." Gao Fei said with a smile, "If you can guess it, you are not a genius."
The equipment manager knew that Gao Fei was joking, so he couldn't help but laugh.
Goofy is the best player he has ever worked with.But in this league, separation happens all the time, so the equipment manager will not be too disappointed.
The players put on their equipment, entered the court ahead of time, and began to warm up for shooting.
Needless to say, just find the state and play hard.
The lighting in the North Shore Garden Arena is slightly darker than that of the Staples Center, and the nuances also have a certain impact on the players who strive for excellence.
Goofy chewed his gum and simply repeated the same action - catching the ball and shooting directly.
Tom Thibodeau is in charge of the Celtics' defensive tactics. Pay attention to observe the Lakers' warm-up halftime, and the person who focuses on it is Goofy.He has a hunch that Goofy will add an off-ball offense to this game.
In the first three games, Gao Fei showed his strength on the defensive end.But so far, the destructive power of the offensive end has not been fully exerted.
If he really chooses to play off the ball, it will undoubtedly have another impact on the Celtics' defense.
Tom Thibodeau came up with a strategy in advance, but it is not certain whether it will work.
For top offensive players, defense can only achieve a certain limited effect, and it is basically impossible to completely defend.
There were only 10 minutes left on the timer, and the staff gave a notice to let the players start preparing for the introduction.
Goofy was the first, and the tidy boos were still shocking.
He still remembers being frightened by this scene when he first arrived, but after the past two years, he has become used to it.Even if the decibel is doubled, it is impossible to affect his mentality.
"The current Gao really has the demeanor of the strongest." Mike Breen has witnessed most of Gao Fei's games, and he has seen the growth of this top talent.Now the incomparably powerful aura is ready to come out.
After all the Celtics players are on the court, the game is about to begin.
When the lights came back on, Gao Fei walked to the sidelines, took off his warm-up suit, and handed it over to the caddy responsible for collecting it.Then he sprinkled some chalk powder on his hands, slapped out choking dust, and teased the coaching staff.
Brian Shaw had a good relationship with the players and became the first target.
He waved the tactical board, fanning the dust away.
Gao Fei stood on the court and immediately regained his composure. The moment he stood there, there was a strong pressure.
Garnett stood on the right side of the center circle, watching referee Dan Crawford approaching, waiting for a jump ball.
Odom knew that Gao Fei was determined to win two games in a row, and wanted to help the team as much as possible. He was highly focused, and the jump ball was not good, so he immediately defended.
Rondo controls the ball and advances, directs his teammates to move, and pays attention to Gao Fei's position at the same time.He chose to dribble sideways to avoid being intercepted.
Gao Fei's defense is very strong, and he has strength far beyond that of ordinary defenders. If he is not careful, he may make mistakes.Divide the focus on protecting the ball, and vision and organization are limited.
Garnett didn't want to wait passively, so he mentioned the top of the arc and helped Rondo cover.
Gao Fei has an elegant figure and a strong ability to go around screens. Moreover, Rondo's offensive threat is not great, and there is no defense change between him and Odom.
Odom went to Garnett, mainly to limit the reception.
Rondo's intentions were guessed and the pass was intercepted.
The basketball flew out of Odom's hands, crossed half court, and fell into the hands of a fast-running Kobe.
"Everyone's attention was attracted by Goofy, ignoring that the Lakers have another offensive point."
Kobe wore a long white armguard on his right hand and dunked with a bow, looking extremely elegant.
Lakers 2-0 Celtics!
"Stop the ground! Suppress the rhythm!" Rivers knew very well that Gao Fei would use running and bombing to fight the Lakers, which was tantamount to seeking his own death.Before the situation is about to collapse, remind Rondo loudly.
Rondo is a point guard who plays with his brain. He can analyze the best way to deal with the Celtics, pass the ball in advance, and pass it to Pierce.
Goofy is about the same size as Kobe, except for slight differences in weight and core strength.
Goofy with wider shoulders has stronger confrontation ability.
Pierce played Kobe with his back and singles, relatively speaking, there is room for maneuver.Turn around to collect the ball and make a strong shot against the defense.
Garnett has already said that he will guarantee rebounds and let the Celtics shoot with confidence, so he has this confidence.
Hit the board!
2-2!
Pierce roared loudly, venting the pressure in his heart.
The Lakers have already won two games, and this is of great significance to them. If they lose, it will undoubtedly be a huge blow to the team.
Rivers couldn't help applauding, making the players retreat quickly.
Sure enough, Gao Fei started playing off the ball, dragging the Celtics' defense and helping his teammates break up the formation.
Tom Thibodeau suggested using zone defense first, and if Goofy feels hot, then switch to other defenses.
Kobe received a pass from Odom, turned his back low, and used the same method as Pierce to give his opponent a mid-range back turn.
Kobe is a top scorer and more of a threat than Pierce.
Garnett turned around and took the most favorable position, but the basketball went into the net, making it futile.
Gao Fei is not in a hurry. When the team does not need to attack, he can wait with peace of mind.
The offensive end is easy, so there is energy to bet on the defensive end.In this way, the pressure on Rondo will increase sharply.With the full limit of the best defensive player, Rondo, who has no experience in major competitions, is still a bit overwhelmed.
In addition to Rondo, the Celtics also have an organizer, Garnett, who was once in the Timberwolves.
Garnett imitated Odom's appearance, took the initiative to mention the high position, and cooperated with Ray Allen.
This is the idea that Gentry came up with, using the Lakers' good style of play to deal with the Lakers.
Zen Master knew that this was a certain type of triangle offense, and seeing that the Celtics were also using it, he didn't panic at all.
In terms of offensive ability alone, the Celtics have more finishing points, but they are not as strong as the Lakers.
Ray Allen caught the ball and made a jumper, with a picturesque posture, simple and fast!
Swish!
"The art of the three-point shot!" Mike Breen said, "Before announcing the Celtics' defeat, you should ask Ray Allen first! See if he agrees!"
Mark Jackson said: "Ray Allen's three-pointer will definitely be the winner of this game."
Ray Allen was relatively more restrained, chewing gum, and quickly retreated to the backcourt to defend.
Gao Fei dribbled the ball across half court, and just when everyone thought he would hand the ball to Odom, he took a step outside the three-point line and directly chose a jumper.
Super three points!
More than 2 people watched the basketball at the same time, followed it to the basket, and watched it go into the net.
Answer Ball!
7-5!
Gao Fei made a three-pointer with his right hand, celebrated simply, and continued to focus on the defensive end.
The three full-time commentators all had the feeling that Gao Fei scored too easily.The Celtics' defense is among the top in the league, and it doesn't bother him too much.
"Gao is already the only player." Mike Breen said this sentence.
"At least in terms of performance on the court, no one is really close to him. The advanced statistics reflect that."
Rondo's pass was a bit too reluctant, and the arc was deliberately raised, but Garnett couldn't catch it, and flew directly out of the baseline.
The Lakers have the ball!
"Rajon, compared to Chris Paul, Steve Nash, and Chauncey Billups, you are so young." Goofy dribbled the ball at the top of the arc, with a relaxed mind, and did not forget to use trash talk to Rondo.
Rondo has a poker face. In fact, he has big ideas. He doesn't want others to disrespect him.But facing the pressure of the finals and opponents, I was still a little timid.
Gao Fei is not an ordinary person, he has no ability to contend for the time being.
James Posey went out again and mentioned high defense.
Dudley ran to the right corner with the help of a cover.
Zen Master has given Dudley enough playing time in these few games. He played very well, and his pursuit of Ray Allen can share the pressure of Goofy, so he got the chance to start.
Dudley is not satisfied with the status quo, and wants to perform on the offensive end.
Goofy's pass was soft, feeding Dudley comfortably.
Pierce was the closest to Dudley, so he didn't dare to let Kobe go, so he could only watch him make an open shot.
Rivers was nervous, watching the basketball spin in the air and praying it wouldn't go in.
Dudley felt right when he took the shot, and when the ball scored, he immediately ran to the backcourt.
Opportunities are precious, and he doesn't have the strength to stay on the field all the time. Seizing every second of his appearance is what he wants to do.
"Good job, Dudley!" Gao Fei and Dudley clapped hands, and then each performed their own duties, responsible for defending the opponent.
Rondo was restricted, as if the Celtics' brains were choked, smart cells could not occupy the high ground, and the offense was not very smooth.
In the end, the ball fell into Garnett's hands, a certain distance from the basket, an iron-blooded jumper!
clang!
Luke Walton grabbed the rebound and was immediately counter-robbed, and a bunch of people were in a mess.
Dan Crawford blew his whistle to signal a foul, and it was awarded to Pierce, who was too aggressive.
"What?!" Pierce felt unfair and argued with the referee in the past.
"I saw the thug's movements very clearly, pay attention to your attitude, or I will give you a technical foul." Dan Crawford is the referee, with authority, and reminded Pierce with warning language.
Since neither side called a timeout, the game entered an official timeout, which was credited to the Lakers.
"Gao didn't play without the ball, it seems that I was thinking too much." Thibodeau secretly thought about how to deal with Gao Fei.
In the final stage of the last game, the Celtics wanted to use double-teaming. The situation was chaotic and did not achieve good results.This game has just started, if this kind of defense is adopted, it may have an impact on the Celtics' overall defense.
Thibodeau finally understood a little bit what the head coach of the Chicago Bulls had in mind. There was an unkillable weapon, which was a great test for defense.
Rivers didn't think so much, but encouraged the players to play harder and try to get things out of the training ground.He doesn't have much tactical reserves, and he can only do so much.
The Lakers basically did not arrange, the Buddhist system was suspended, and the players adjusted themselves.
Goofy heard the whistle and walked back to the court, ready to destroy James Posey.
(End of this chapter)