NBA: I am a master dealer

After the Lakers won this game, their record reached 40 wins and 31 losses, while the Clippers' record became 42 wins and 30 losses. The winning difference between the two sides suddenly increased to 1.5 games, which can be said to be close at hand.

薛连城绝对是本场获胜的最大功臣，全场23投13中，三分14投8中，罚球9中8，疯狂揽下42分13助攻9篮板。

Especially when the Clippers flanked him, he used three-pointers to open up a wide space for his teammates.

George made 19 of 8, and his performance was relatively average. However, he still scored 24 points and 7 rebounds with free throws.

Randall scored 17 points and 8 rebounds, and Feng Lei scored 13 points. Together, they contributed 30 points and made great contributions to the team.

Others' performance was relatively average.

As for the Clippers.

Paul made 14 of 8 shots and scored 21 points, 5 assists and 3 rebounds. His performance was actually not bad, but due to his inability to break the Lakers' unlimited switching defense, his assists did not reach the average level.

In other words, in terms of leading the team's offense, Paul's performance in this game was relatively weak and did not achieve the expected results.

Jordan made 13 of 7 shots and scored 19 points and 7 rebounds, which was still very efficient.

But the Lakers' offensive and defensive rhythm is too fast, and Jordan sometimes can't keep up. This makes the Clippers suffer, so he didn't play much in this game, only 23 minutes.

This can also see a trend in the league. The Cyclone is indeed too fierce, and the center position has become a bit awkward.

Redick made 15 of 7 and 9 of 4 three-pointers, scoring a total of 18 points. The three-pointers are still very stable.

Coupled with Paul's four three-pointers and Crawford's three three-pointers, they almost set off an offensive frenzy in the last quarter.

pity.

They met Xue Liancheng, and the momentum they had just gained was immediately extinguished.

Griffin also had 17 points and 7 rebounds, and his performance was only average.

Crawford made 10 of 6 shots and scored 16 points, which was also a good performance.

As for the crotch-pulling point, it was Rivers Jr., who scored 9 points on 1-for-5, and personally sent his old father to the execution platform to be tortured.

The two forwards who had high hopes, Pierce and Wesley Johnson, both swallowed zero eggs and were also the culprits of the Clippers' defeat.

It can be said that this game has fully demonstrated the strength of both sides. The Clippers really cannot beat the Lakers.

Basically, the Lakers' advantage came out in the first half, and in the third quarter, the Lakers flattened the position.

In the fourth quarter, the Clippers wanted to counterattack, and they did show momentum, but the Lakers have a talisman like Xue Liancheng. Basically, unless you can defy the odds, otherwise, if you are so far behind and want to come back, the expansion rate is almost zero.

After the game.

The commentator concluded: "Remembering the old Rivers' vow, I wonder if he ever thought that there would be such a day. According to the current momentum of the Lakers, replacing the Clippers at the end of the season is basically a certainty."

Commentator: "Yes, if nothing else happens, the Clippers will be in danger. I just wonder if Old Rivers can still laugh now?"

Say it.

The commentator himself was delighted first.

The live broadcast screen showed the reporter's heroic words when interviewing Old Rivers. The smile on his face, the teasing look on his face, and his full confidence almost overflowed the screen.

Looking at it now, it's full of irony.

It was so joyful to dance at first, but now it is so embarrassing.

At the press conference, everyone caught the old Rivers asking questions.

Reporter: "After losing this game, the Clippers' record has dropped to 42 wins and 30 losses, and they are only 1.5 games ahead of the Lakers. With ten games left, do you still have the confidence to occupy the fifth position in the Western Conference? ?”

Old Rivers is still categorical: "There is no doubt that we have the strength, and we are not afraid of challenges."

Another reporter asked more bluntly: "The loss of this game means that the Clippers may be surpassed by the Lakers at any time. Is what you said originally still valid?"

Old Rivers looked like a pig and his face turned green. "It's not over yet. I don't understand why you are so sure that we will lose? Besides, we are the ones in the lead, and they are the chasers." "

Nothing is settled yet, this is his last struggle.

It is also the last place to struggle.

After all, according to the current momentum of the Lakers, the next schedule will definitely be unstoppable. As long as there are no accidents, it will be a matter of time before surpassing the Clippers.

of course.

If there is an accident, it's hard to tell.

Another reporter asked, "If the Lakers really surpass you at the end of the season, will you really leave Los Angeles?"

This is really a pot that should not be raised. Old Rivers' face turned green again, but he was still calm and used the old trick to fool him: "I will never let such a thing happen. I believe in myself, and I will do better." Believe in my players.”

At this time, an indifferent reporter suddenly asked: "If I remember correctly, you seemed to have said the same thing before the game, saying that it was impossible to lose this game."

Old Rivers' face turned red, but he still said bravely: "We made some mistakes and did not implement the tactics in place, not to mention... the game is changing rapidly, and anything can happen, that's it."

……

……

Except for the old Rivers who was tortured, the rest of the Clippers were not as good as they were.

Many fans left messages on Twitter for Paul, Griffin, DeAndre Jordan, and Rivers Jr.

"Come on! Jump and let us see."

"A bunch of clowns, they keep saying they'll see you on the field..."

"They are very arrogant with their talk. When they come to the arena, they are all soft-footed."

"Xiao Li! It's not like you who cheated me. If it doesn't work, let's not do this. Save some face for me."

"Do they still want to be embarrassed? They were shouting so much before the game started, but after the game started, they all lay down."

"You're a bunch of cowards. Xue Liancheng said he's going to hit the top four, but you still don't accept it?"

"I don't know where they got the nerve to think that their position in the top four is as secure as Mount Tai."

"Haha... Now, Xue Liancheng will break up the Clippers."

"It's not far away. Their conservative position this season should be sixth, and they may not have 50 wins. This is definitely the worst record since Paul joined the Clippers. If there is no success in the playoffs, then they really have to return to their original position. The land is dissolved."

"According to the current situation, there is a high probability that the Clippers will enter the playoffs as sixth. Their opponent is the Houston Rockets. The Rockets are not in trouble this season. There is a high probability that they will not make it through."

"First round trip + worst record + less than 50 wins, we are indeed on the verge of disbandment."

At this time, the sarcastic voice almost drowned everyone on the Clippers.

And it wasn't just the fans who laughed at him, famous commentators also took out the Clippers and whipped them to death in public.

This can be seen.

The conflict between the Lakers and Clippers is so huge and its impact is so wide, it is extremely rare.

The main reason is that Xue Liancheng attracts too much traffic. As the face of the league, his every word and action will be amplified. The media, reporters, commentators, and even the entire basketball circle will immediately interpret and spread it.

The old Rivers jumped out to laugh at it, maybe just to attract a wave of traffic.

But now things are getting serious, and the Lakers are really catching up.

After the Clippers lost the game, they were directly ridiculed by the people.

Some reporters also came to interview Xue Liancheng.

Reporter: "We are one step closer to the goal you originally set. What do you want to say?"

Xue Liancheng: "The season is not over yet, we need to keep moving forward."

Reporter: "Old Rivers also said the same in his interview response. The season is not over yet and everything is unknown. As the chasers, you are the ones who should be anxious. Do you have any response to this?" Xue Liancheng frowned: "I hope he keeps his promise. I have nothing else to say."

Reporter: "This means that you are confident that you will completely surpass the Clippers next?"

Xue Liancheng: "Of course."

Reporter: "In which game do you predict that you will surpass the Clippers?"

Xue Liancheng: "It should be during the last fight at the latest."

This fight is just a taste of it. The next fight will be the time when life and death are truly decided.

Therefore, he didn't make any big claims.

The most excited people are the Lakers fans.

As mortal rivals in the same city, the Clippers and Lakers are considered the most direct competitors.

The entanglement between the two sides is no longer temporary.

Although the Lakers are a powerful team, as the second team in Los Angeles, the Clippers' mass base will not be much worse.

This time, the Lakers directly pushed the Clippers to the ground and repeatedly stepped on the Clippers' face. The feeling was really like an unparalleled opening.

After the game.

After leaving the game and coming to the square, Lakers fans lined up and shouted slogans: Tell me, who is the owner of Los Angeles?
But the Clippers fans were speechless and could only leave in despair.

three days later.

The heat of the battle between the Lakers and Clippers is dissipating, and the Lakers are once again on the road to meet the challenge of the Timberwolves at home.

It is now the end of the season, and the Timberwolves have only achieved a record of 27 wins and 43 losses, basically declaring that the season is over early.

With so much talent, they have returned to the familiar bottom of the Western Conference despite being optimistic at the beginning of the season. It is really surprising.

The Lakers are another example.

In the middle of the season, they were still brothers and sisters, but by the end of March, the Lakers were ranked sixth in the Western Conference and were still heading towards the top half.

The Timberwolves firmly hold the second-to-last position, and no one can shake it.

Many media lamented that the Timberwolves' visible talent was wasted.

The result of the game was no surprise. The Lakers easily defeated the Timberwolves 130:109 and won another four consecutive games.

薛连城难得三节打卡，14中9，浅浅地拿到了28分10助攻5篮板的数据。

After his comeback, he basically didn't get much rest.

The main thing was that I didn’t dare to rest. I was 13 wins and 26 losses at that time! The West is counting down! It felt like a whip was whipping him behind him, making him afraid to stop.

Checking in for three quarters now barely buys me some rest time.

George also played in three quarters, shooting 16 of 8 and scoring 19 points.

Randall had 18 points and 10 rebounds, Vonleh had 10 points, and Courtney Lee also had 10 points.

James Johnson, Clarkson, and Marvin Williams all scored in double figures.

During garbage time, the two water fountain keepers, Waldepes and Huertas, were also able to go on the field for training.

Timberwolves here.

Wiggins scored a furious 36 points, Towns had a super double-double with 25 points and 14 rebounds, Rubio had 19 points and 15 assists, and Dieng had 14 points. Everyone was strong, but they just couldn't win the game.

Thibodeau's arrival does not seem to have completely changed Minnesota's genes. They seem to be rotten to the core, and there is a feeling that they are hopeless.

After the game.

Xue Liancheng and Wiggins hugged and greeted each other. It was natural for them to exchange greetings when meeting old friends.

If it's just recorded by the media, that's another story.

"A hug between true champions?" 》

"Who is the No. 14 pick in ?" 》

"Wiggins' Awkward Moment"

Anyway, there are arrangements and everything.

But if you think about it carefully, it doesn't seem strange.

Entering the league in 14, Xue Liancheng has won two consecutive MVPs, two consecutive championships, two consecutive FMVPs, two consecutive All-NBA Teams, two consecutive assists kings, and one scoring title.

This season, the Lakers, who are at the bottom, have been dragged out of the quagmire, and their dominance is clearly evident.

And what about Wiggins?
So far, I haven't even smelled anything about the playoffs. Although the average data per game looks good, it has just touched the quasi-All-Star level, and there is not even a single honor in hand.

As the No. 1 pick, Wiggins' NBA journey can be described as humiliating!

The media naturally wanted to use Wiggins to make some arrangements to gain some traffic.

But Wiggins has an invincible mentality and is not bothered by these things.

Xue Liancheng undoubtedly admired this.

Even if he has reached this height now, he will still inevitably get angry when faced with the contempt and ridicule of some people.

For example, he was very unhappy with Old Rivers' taunting this time.

Wiggins can maintain a good mentality, which is not easy.

But having said that, not fighting or grabbing is not necessarily a good thing in the world of sports competition, because the core of competition is a competitive spirit, a strong spiritual core and an extremely tenacious will.

But Wiggins doesn't have these things.

This determines that Wiggins' future height will not be much higher.

After beating the Timberwolves, the Lakers continued to sit at home to face the challenge of a powerful enemy.

of course.

This "strong" is relative.

Their performance this season has been disappointing, but at the end of the season, they have the momentum to rise again.

That's right.

This team is none other than the Portland Trail Blazers.

As of this season, the Trail Blazers' record is 32 wins and 40 losses, which is close to the Denver Nuggets, but it is of no use. The Nuggets are only ranked ninth in the Western Conference.

The eighth place in the Western Conference is the Memphis Grizzlies, with a current record of 38 wins and 34 losses, six games behind the two.

With ten games left, the Blazers are left with only a theoretical possibility.

This result was something no one expected.

Last season's fifth place in the Western Conference, the new force that defeated the Clippers in two games, actually fell directly this season.

And the speed of falling is no different from taking an elevator.

Therefore, Lillard failed to be selected as an All-Star. Looking at it now, there is really no problem.

(End of this chapter)