NBA: I am a master dealer

Chapter 480 Despair is spreading!
Clarkson's height is actually pretty good, at 196cm, but his weight is only 88kg. Standing next to Xue Liancheng, he is obviously a lot smaller.

His body is on the thin side, his shortcomings are very obvious, and he is seriously lacking in confrontation, especially when facing the opponent's heavy tank type players, he is simply impossible to defend against.

But it also has advantages, that is, it is fast enough and maneuverable enough to move back and forth flexibly.

Clarkson is good at breaking up fights because of his fast speed and agile body.

of course.

His shooting touch is also good. Although he has not reached superstar level, he is still at a certain level.

And his biggest shortcoming is that he is unstable, extremely unstable, and he is easy to get confused.

Just after scoring two goals, Clarkson thought he was done, so he continued to do what he did, a chasing three-pointer, and a fast break transition...

result.

He wasted two fast break opportunities. Fortunately, the Warriors' touch has also entered a period of adjustment. Otherwise, the point difference will be widened again.

But on the other hand, it is really a pity that they lost two rounds to narrow the score.

If these two counterattack conversion opportunities are seized, the point difference will immediately reach 3-4 points, which is too important for the Lakers.

Because the prerequisite for Xue Liancheng to win the game is that the maximum point difference must be within 5 in the last two minutes.

If it exceeds this score, he may not be able to recover.

After all, he only had three 9% hit skills, and he could only score points if he smoked. And the opponent couldn't score a single point in these three or four rounds, right?

This possibility is very small.

If the opponent really can't score a point at the last moment, it's just God's help.

and so.

They must control the point difference with two minutes before the end of the game. If they are ahead, that is definitely the best thing.

But if you are behind, it is best not to exceed 5 points.

It was only the third quarter and they were once behind by 12 points. Although Clarkson came up to chase two goals, it was far from enough.

If they could hold on in the two rounds just now and continue to close the point difference, then the pressure on them wouldn't be so great in the fourth quarter.

What a pity...

But Xue Liancheng not only didn't get angry, but also patted Clarkson on the back to encourage him.

Because he understands the truth that no one can guarantee that his shot will go in, well... except him.

Once a player chooses to take a shot, it means that under the circumstances, the player is very confident to make the ball.

If you don't have confidence, you won't take action.

So think about it from another perspective, what if these two goals were scored?
Isn’t Clarkson the hero?

The two goals Clarkson scored earlier may have been taken under such circumstances. If you are not afraid of this, you are afraid of that. It is a pity, that is a pity, then there is no need to take action.

However, Xue Liancheng's encouragement did not make Clarkson lose himself.

Next, he became more cautious, no longer forced, and passed the ball first.

Obviously.

He may realize that there is a problem with his shot selection, and he must not mess up in such a crucial tie-breaker.

Most importantly, he wants to win.

But it backfired!

Maybe others have the same idea as Clarkson. All the offensive burden of the Lakers falls on Xue Liancheng alone.

It may also be that this approach suppressed their own nature and playing characteristics, causing the Lakers' offense to be weak again.

With 2 minutes and 44 seconds left in the third quarter, as Green made a tip-in under the basket, the point difference between the two sides was once again stretched to 12 points.

Xue Liancheng was quite tired.

It is necessary to not only move to open up space, but also to take into account receiving and connecting the ball, and to shoulder the offensive burden in the final countdown stage.

Sending this group of offensive-oriented players up did not play any role in reorganizing the offense, let alone competing with the Warriors for offensive firepower.

The commentator started mocking mode: "Haha... I have said it before, don't try to compete with the Warriors offensively. No one can match the Warriors in terms of offensive firepower."

Commentator: "I feel like they can't let go on the offensive end and can't form a close connection with Xue Liancheng."

Commentator: "Man, even if they let go, can they really compare with Curry + Durant + Thompson + Green + Iguodala?"

The commentator was speechless for a moment: "..."

Because of these words, he really didn't know how to refute them.

The most important thing is that he can't refute this.

Looking at the entire league, who can compete offensively with a lineup like Curry + Durant + Thompson + Green + Iguodala?

Who can?

The answer is that no team can match their offensive firepower.

Mike Brown also saw the problem and quickly called a timeout.

After coming down, he reprimanded him on the spot: "What did I just say? After receiving the ball, as long as there is an opportunity to attack, don't hesitate, don't pause, don't think, just attack the basket quickly."

"We have to be more determined, we have to be more crazy, we have to believe in ourselves, and as long as there is room, we have to fight on our own."

Let me restate the question again.

But it seems too late.

After the game restarted, the rest of the Lakers did dare to attack.

But the attack was messy and without any structure.

Or to be more precise, there was absolutely no advantage in attacking against the Warriors.

Randall faced Green's stalking interception defense. He simply couldn't overcome the past. His immature game experience and fierce physical confrontation left him at a loss. He felt as if he had arrived in the Knicks era in history. Randall, in the playoffs, also performed very well.

Not to mention the battle between Marvin Williams and Durant. They can't defend and can't attack. It's a typical example of Marvin Williams.

Similarly, he has the same problem as Randall, that is, in the intensity of the playoffs, his shots are deformed and there is no way to hit them.

James Johnson and Iguodala are fairly evenly matched. In this offense-oriented lineup, James Johnson is a player who can barely help on both ends of the offense and defense. He can hit the basket and shoot three-pointers, which provides Xue Liancheng with a good performance. Relieved a lot of offensive pressure.

As for Clarkson, except for two mistakes when he first came on the field, he was really a bastard. When he broke into the penalty area and faced that level of help defense and rough defensive actions, he did nothing except fall to the ground and wipe the floor. effect.

At the end of the third quarter, the point difference had reached 16 points, and it was tending to get wider and wider.

Xue Liancheng had scored 34 points in the three quarters, and another 11 points in the third quarter, and he did not rest for even a second during this entire quarter.

He really tried his best and played the most difficult game in his career. The difficulty of the game was hellish.

But even after fighting to this level, they still lost by 24 points at 44:20 in this single quarter.

That's right.

他们从半场57:53领先4分，到第三节结束81:97，落后了整整16分。

In the middle, we once caught up to 7 points, but in the end we were still lost. We were either playing for the iron or on the way to the iron.

After coming down.

Mike Brown once again poured out chicken soup, saying that it should be like this, and then that, anyway, it was just some encouraging words.

result.

It's useless.

As soon as the fourth quarter started, Clarkson made a mistake. Curry hit the basket and cooperated with Durant to score.

The score difference came directly to 18 points.

Looking back, Marvin Williams took a step towards the basket and was directly blocked by Durant.

The Warriors went on a fast break again, and Iguodala ran very fast, hit the basket and dunked directly. 20 points difference.

There are 10 minutes and 32 seconds left before the end of the game.

Mike Brown on the sidelines covered his face with his hands, obviously unable to look directly at this scene.

In other words, his final stubbornness was wiped out by these two rounds.

The Lakers players on the court just stood there in a daze. Everyone was lost in thought, or to be more precise, in complete despair.

A 20-point difference is a watershed moment in garbage time.

In other words, in the next game, even if the Warriors fail to score a point, the Lakers still need to score 20 points.

If the Warriors score 20 points, the Lakers need to score 40 points to tie the game.

It was to equalize the score, not to surpass the Warriors.

The Warriors don't score a single point, that's impossible.

And with the Lakers' current state, it is impossible to score 40+ points.

and so……

Is there any suspense in this game?

No more!

Unless it's really a god descending to earth.

The commentator was also very straightforward: "The game is over, let us congratulate the Warriors in advance for advancing. They deserve to be the strongest team this season. The Galaxy Battleship is by no means a wasted reputation."

The commentator exhaled: "I didn't expect that the Lakers would end in such a pessimistic way this season. God gave them hope, but took them away in such a desperate way. It's really hard to imagine how much Xue Liancheng felt at this time. Uncomfortable.”

Host: "Actually, it's understandable that the Lakers lost. After all, the strength gap is really too big. But the only thing that's unacceptable is that they were overturned by a Jedi when they were leading 1:3. Xue Liancheng went through this series The image may take a big hit."

And at this time.

Xue Liancheng really felt like a huge boulder had fallen from his heart, weighing him down and making him breathless.

He naturally remembered that he vowed in front of reporters that he would definitely lead this Lakers to the Western Conference Finals.

result.

It's the last quarter, but we are already 20 points behind.

It felt like water up to his nose, and the fear of death shrouded deep in his heart, making his soul tremble.

His first attempt failed.

Very bitter, very unwilling, very helpless, very desperate...

But what can he do?
At this point, he has scored 34 points, 10 assists, 7 rebounds, and made 20 of 11 shots. This is without using the % shooting skill, so his performance is not perfect.

But it's no use.

He felt the pain of being alone and the loss of fighting alone.

But the problem is, he also has three 100% hit skills, so he has no reason to give up.

No matter what, you have to throw the skill three times with 100% hit to be considered completely appointed.

This is the thought.

He raised his head, his eyes gradually becoming determined.

After running across the front court, he reached out and made a gesture.

Everyone was stunned for a moment. After Clarkson passed the ball to Xue Liancheng, he ran to the bottom corner in cooperation, and others followed suit.

That's right!

This gesture is to pull everything apart.

The Warriors players on the court were stunned for a moment when they saw this scene.

what's the situation? It's just the beginning of the fourth quarter, so you're abandoning all tactics and starting a singles game?
This……

Isn't it too childish?

The commentator looked overjoyed at the sudden changes on the court, "Does Xue want to fight to the death again?"

Commentator: "As one of the best players in the league, Xue still has a competitive spirit. Although he is so far behind now, he can't give up with ten minutes left, right?"

Host: "Save some face for yourself and save some face for the team. At least you can't lose too ugly, right?"

No one thinks that the Lakers can make a comeback. Everyone thinks that Xue Liancheng is just making a final struggle.

Even Mike Brown on the sidelines thought so. He covered his mouth and stared at Xue Liancheng, with no light in his eyes.

Time passed by minute by minute.

Xue Liancheng finally moved.

start up.

Sliding forward.

Pull one crotch.

Come back and push forward again.

Come to the three-point line.

He suddenly withdrew.

It's a pity that Iguodala was not fooled.

Seeing that he was not fooled, Xue Liancheng forcibly pulled it out.

no way……

I originally planned to trick one, or click on Iguodala, and then shoot a three-pointer, which can increase the hit rate by 20% when the ball is open. If the feeling comes, I will not activate the % hit skill.

In the end, he didn't cheat, so he had no choice but to vote.

The moment I take action...

what!
It feels very smooth.

The 100% hit skill he was about to activate was forcibly pressed down.

The ball flew over Iguodala's head and slid all the way.

in!
The commentator exclaimed: "Oh my god! It's all blocked in the face, but Xue Liancheng can still make the shot. This kind of strong shooting ability is really unique in history. It's just a pity. Isn't it a little late now?"

Host: "Xue Liancheng is indeed tough, but you can't kill the opponent alone, right? This is unrealistic, and the most important thing is that even if the goal was scored, they were still 17 points behind. "

The commentator said even more: "I'm not surprised at all. Xue Liancheng has such strength, but his personal ability, especially his scoring ability, is far from enough. We have always regarded Xue Liancheng as the number one player in the league. That is Because combined with his passing and shooting, he is definitely at a historical level, but without passing, can he kill the Warriors just by shooting? It is obviously unrealistic."

The voice just fell.

Look back.

Durant made a post-up play, then suddenly took a step up and down, directly slipped Marvin Williams, easily picked the basket, and responded to a goal.

And it also caused a foul by Marvin Williams.

The 2+1 fight was completed.

This means that Xue Liancheng's three-pointer just now was equivalent to not scoring, and it was still a 20-point difference.

Xue Liancheng bit his braces and without hesitation, directly signaled to the referee for a timeout.

The others were stunned again.

But Xue Liancheng walked off the field regardless. When passing by Mike Brown, he said: "I need aggressive defense."

Since you can't count on your teammates to attack, how about the defense?
At least it can consume Durant and Curry, instead of being beaten out of shit like they are now.

(End of this chapter)