From South China Tiger to NBA King

Chapter 181

On March 3, the Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 3-115 in an away game. Irving suffered an ankle sprain during the game. Fortunately, his injury was not serious and he only needed to rest for two weeks at most before continuing to play.

On March 3, the Celtics ushered in the Hawks who came to challenge. Rozier, who started the game for the first time this season, scored 5 points in the half, leading the team to a 27-point halftime lead. He scored another 29 points in the quarter and led the Celtics to a 15-point lead. He also became the first player on the team to score 40+ points in three quarters besides Jianghu and Irving.

On March 3, the Celtics challenged the Timberwolves back to back. They didn't look tired or fearful at all, and they were full of energy. Brown and Rozier made consecutive kills and beat Towns twice in the first quarter. foul.

Then Morris Jr. and Brown double-teamed Butler. Although Wiggins took advantage of this opportunity and scored 39 points in a single game, the Timberwolves were still struggling to match the Lakers' explosive three-point offensive. A wave of 19-2 climaxes of consecutive three-pointers and passes by Jianghu pulled the point difference to more than 25 points in an instant.

In the two and a half games that Irving was absent, the Celtics won both, and even won by 84 points in the next two games. This made many watching fans couldn't help but tease Irving...

"Win 40 points per game without Okey? Terrible!!"

"Irving has too much ball in his hands that limits their performance. Each of them has the ability to do better. It's just that modern basketball has always been like this. The core players occupy a lot of rounds with the ball, which will inevitably lead to the rest of the team. People's data and influence are declining!!"

"Cut Carey, please~!! (dog head)"

This kind of sound spread to the ears of Jianghu, Jianghu didn't take it seriously, because in these few games, the Celtics had almost no headwind shots, and they were all tailwinds. Who can't play?
The fans are booing, but the players don't take it seriously. When the real headwind moment comes, the fans will naturally understand why Irving is one of the most important players on that team.

Sure enough, the Celtics encountered difficulties in the next game
On March 3, in the game against the Celtics, the Celtics almost encountered a reversal of the Heat.

They were still leading by 17 points when they entered the final quarter. In the final quarter of the game, Jianghu, who scored 33 points in the first three quarters, was frantically double-teamed and couldn't get the ball. Brown and Rozier couldn't get rid of it even with the ball in hand. The zone defense arranged by Spoelstra can only use singles to solve the problem.

But they are not incomprehensible singles players at the level of Jianghu and Irving. It is difficult to be efficient in singles. With 13 seconds left in the game, the Heat overtook the score.

Fortunately, at the last moment, Jianghu got the ball through his miraculous running position, and finally hit a thrilling three-pointer before passing the danger.

Anyone who knows a little bit about penalty kicks can see the reason why the game led by 17 points but almost lost the game. It is entirely because the Celtics have no players who can control the overall situation in the final quarter. Ball, neither Rozier nor Jaylen Brown, has the ability to control the team's rhythm at critical moments.

On March 3, the Celtics lost to the Jazz on the road.The reason turned out to be because of Rubio's outburst. In this game, Rubio had a surprisingly good three-pointer. He made 10 of 11 shots and scored 8 points. In addition, he also sent 35 assists and 13 steals , It can be said that the Celtics point guard was completely blown up.

When Irving was there, I felt that every time I played against the Jazz, it was not painful. Rubio didn't perform at all. When Irving was absent, Rubio immediately seized this opportunity and played a super performance.

This shows that the Lakers' defense against the ball holder is not strong enough. Usually Irving can not only be optimistic about his opponents on the defensive end, but also help his teammates to assist in defense. The problem really surfaced when Irving was rested and Rozier stepped up to start.

That is, Irving has a size advantage that Rozier does not have. Regardless of Irving's height of 191cm and Rozier's 185cm, the difference between the two is only 6cm, but in the guard position, basically 3cm is a different body shape.

Facing Irving of the same height, Rubio may not have any psychological advantage, but facing Rozier, who is 6cm shorter than him, he instantly became full of confidence, and even his shooting percentage increased.

Although the Jazz won the game, Mitchell, a rookie who has always been a bit arrogant, still performed quite low-key. After all, although he scored 26 points, his shooting percentage was only 24 of 11, which was far inferior to his teammate Rubio. It's not as good as Jiang Hu, who made 22 of 14 shots, scored 37 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists.

On March 3, the Celtics beat the Lone Ranger 12-117 on the road.

In fact, the Celtics played well in this game, and they got rid of the problem of how to get the ball at the critical moment.

In the last minute of the quarter, the two teams scored 1 to 106. Jianghu used Horford to break through to the basket twice in a row to score, leading the score from behind to 108 to 110.

But the good times didn't last long. After the Lone Ranger paused, Horford was so entangled that he couldn't catch the ball.

Jianghu chose to attack with the ball, and did not find a good opportunity in the 18-second attack time, so he could only choose to force a shot from the outside.

Then it hit the iron unexpectedly.

The Lone Ranger, who received the rebound, made a quick break and hit a three-pointer, overtaking the score.

At this time, there are still 29 seconds left for the Celtics, and there is still a chance to kill the game.

Rozier was double-teamed after receiving the ball. Jianghu got an open opportunity at the top of the arc on the right, but the ball was not passed. Instead, it ended in a mistake...

In the NBA, you can't make mistakes. Once you make a mistake, the opponent will always take the best opportunity to punish you.

Two tactical fouls, four free throws, the Lone Ranger made all of them, and the Celtics missed two consecutive three-pointers. Only Horford made an innocuous tip-up.

Fortunately, the Lone Ranger also made a mistake at the most critical time, and the pass flew directly out of the baseline. In the end, Caruso threw a magical backcourt lore for the Celtics to finally win the game.

Although the game was won, it was very difficult to win.

After this game, Celtics fans began to miss their second master Irving very much.

Because the games they lost basically did not have a big defeat. Although it was due to luck, it was more due to lack of hard power. , Jianghu will not encounter this level of defense.

On March 3, Owen underwent an MRI again, and the test result was negative. Owen personally felt that his physical condition was also very good, so he chose to come back in the home game on the 12th.

The Celtics are a young team. This is their first year of reconstruction with Jianghu and Irving as the core. They still have a lot of room for improvement. The fans and management allow the team to make mistakes.

But I'm sorry, Jianghu doesn't allow it. His goal has been to win the championship since the beginning of the season. Even if it is difficult, even if there is an ultimate obstacle like the Warriors, Jianghu has never changed his goal.

On March 3, the Boston Celtics played against the Toronto Raptors at home. They lost the game in the last match. If they lose again, it will be 13 wins and 2 losses.

For a young team like the Celtics, whether the regular season record is flat or leading will cause different changes in the mentality of the players, and may even affect their performance in the playoffs.

But Jiang Hu didn't care much, because he knew very well that the Raptors would not be able to make it to the Eastern Conference finals, because with their strength, they were destined not to be able to pass the hurdle of James.

"We are the strongest team in the East, kill them, is there any problem??"

However, Stevens attached great importance to this game. He not only made a lot of targeted defensive arrangements, but even came to the locker room to beat the players.

"no problem!!!"

A bowl of chicken soup from Stevens excited a group of energetic young guys on the Celtics team.

Ushering in Irving's comeback, they also clearly know that they can definitely win a victory.

Celtic's defensive intensity in the first minute of the game set the tone for this game, which was Celtic's revenge.

As the core of the team, Jianghu must stand up to help the team tide over this critical game.

In the end, they defeated the Raptors 126-108 at home. In this game, the Celtics led 40-29 by 11 points in the first quarter. At the end of the half, they had already led 74-47 by 27 points. There is not much suspense about the outcome.

In this game, Horford was absent due to ankle soreness and Rozier was absent due to his grandmother's health problems, but this did not affect the Celtics at all, because Irving returned.

Irving's comeback made the defense facing Jianghu easier by two levels in an instant.

江湖打出了可能是本赛季最好的个人表现之一，他在第一节就单节9中9，以100%命中率拿下了26分4次助攻1抢断，帮助凯尔特人早早建立领先优势。

In the second quarter of the game, he played more for his teammates and scored 6 points and 5 assists in 5 minutes of playing in a single quarter.

Jianghu thought they could clock in three quarters and rest leisurely off the court. With 4 minutes left in the game, the Raptors once caught up to 102-113, which was also the smallest point difference in the second half.

At this time, it was Irving's appearance that saved the situation. He first capped Van Fleet on the defensive end, took the ball to the frontcourt, broke the double-team of DeRozan and Van Fleet, and then faced Watts. Lanciunas's defensive air pass to Jianghu, assisted Jianghu dunks and scored.

This is not over yet. Immediately after the next round, Irving steals the pass from Valanciunas, then quickly dribbles the ball to the frontcourt, facing DeRozan's defense with a playful pass through the crotch, assisting Jianghu Completed a 2+1 fast break layup. In just 30 seconds, Irving scored a 5-0 offense with a wave of personal assists. Two offenses and two defenses almost directly shattered the Raptors' counterattack.

After the whole game, Irving scored 19 points, 18 assists, 5 rebounds and 5 steals in a super-large double-double, setting a record for the highest assists in his career. Although he only scored 19 points, he was far from Irving's career scoring record. , but he once again proved his importance to this Celtics. He is one of the basics of this team. His existence determines the upper limit of the team. Without him, the Celtics are a team Good playoff team?With him, the Celtics can become a strong contender for the championship.

江湖一共出战了37分钟，投篮22中16，罚球12中9，超高效拿下53分10篮板9助攻并且还有4次抢断和2个盖帽。

On March 3, the Celtics played away against the Knicks. Knicks star Patrick Ewing came to the sidelines to watch the game.

Originally, the gorilla thought he could appreciate a hearty attack performance.

As a result, the two teams played indiscriminately on the court, shooting randomly, and the scene was messed up.Of course, in the end, the Celtics with better athletic ability and stronger breakthrough ability finally took advantage, especially the breakthrough masters such as Jianghu and Irving, which made the Knicks' fragile inside line unable to parry at all. The away game won 109 to 101.

欧文再一次延续了自己的好状态，这场比赛他100%命中率9投9中，罚球6中6拿到了27分5篮板13助攻。

Jianghu scored 31 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists today, made 16 of 9 shots from the field, and made 9 of 9 free throws. How dare you play a defensive counterattack against the Celtics?Doesn't he know that Jianghu is best at running and fighting?

On March 3, the Celtics came to Milhonkee to challenge the Bucks.

Jianghu's height advantage is fully reflected when facing Middleton. Middleton is one of his favorite players to match up. Every time he faces him, Jianghu will play very easily. Look at the data 40+.

The game between the Celtics and the Bucks is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time, which is the last game of the day.

When Jianghu was warming up before the game, Antetokounmpo Giannis took the initiative to come over to say hello to Jianghu.

There has been cooperation in the game, and the style of play feels very compatible, so Antetokounmpo took the initiative to chat with Jianghu.

Although Brother Antetokounmpo is easy to talk and very strong, Jianghu has no idea of ​​recruiting him at all, and he is not someone's kind of social butterfly who pulls people around to form a team.

If Antetokounmpo is willing to come to the Celtics, he is very welcome. After all, brother Yumu looks relatively simple, and there is no way to compete with him for possession of the ball in his position. He can also serve as a defensive center for himself as a meat shield.

However, Antetokounmpo just came here to chat with Jianghu, and he didn't seem to have any ideas about recruiting. Antetokounmpo said that his wish was to win at least one championship trophy for the Bucks.

Jianghu nodded when he heard this. Antetokounmpo and himself are both from foreign countries, and both have achieved good results in the NBA. If Jianghu is a fan, he very much hopes that Antetokounmpo can win the championship. After all, one person, one city is very worthy of respect.

But he is a player, and the two are still in the same competition area. Antetokounmpo wants to win the championship, which means that he wants to step on his own corpse. This is completely unacceptable in the world.

(End of this chapter)