NBA Old Age Star System

Chapter 282 The Confused Fire Brave Battle

On the second day after the match against Thunder, Su Tian slowly woke up from the bed.

Yesterday's game against the Thunder seemed to be suppressed by the Lakers all the way, but in fact the Thunder's resistance was extremely fierce. If it wasn't for Su Tian's continuous output, the Lakers would definitely overturn.

After waking up, Su Tian picked up his phone and looked at the relevant news reports.

"The Lakers swept two rounds to advance! "

"Counting down the failed Big Three combinations over the years! "

"The Reason for the Success of the Lakers - Su Tian! "

"Su has booked this season's MVP"

"Su Tian unexpectedly appeared in the nightclub after the game and hugged the mysterious woman! "

The previous reports are basically true, so what the hell is this showing up in a nightclub?Without saying a word, Su Tian directly warned Lu Shihan.

After reading the report about himself, Su Tiancai checked the game between the Rockets and the Warriors that was played at the same time yesterday.

The fourth game of the Huoyong battle was extremely fierce. The main players on both sides basically played the whole game, and the Rockets also played a frenzied 7-man rotation, which exhausted the Rockets' main physical strength.

There are 40 people from the two teams who have played more than 6 minutes in total. The Rockets are Paul, Harden, Ariza, PJ Tucker, and the Warriors are Durant and Green.

In addition, both Curry and Clay played 39 minutes, and the consumption is also not small.

In the first half, the two teams were evenly matched. In the third quarter, the Warriors went crazy. Yong Sankuang went online and played a single quarter 34-17, leading the Rockets by 10 points.

But I never expected that the Warriors' three-pointers suddenly misfired in the fourth quarter. Curry was 2 for 0, Durant was 3 for 0, and Klay was 1 for 0. The team did not make a single three-pointer in a single quarter.

This allowed the Rockets to seize the opportunity. Paul began to show off in the middle distance, Harden also broke into the inside and used the Eurostep, and Ariza and Round-faced Deng also made their own contributions.

In the end, the Rockets won the Warriors 25-12 in the fourth quarter. The score was 95-92. The Rockets only won by 3 points.

The big score of the two teams came to a 2-2 tie, and the two sides entered the Tianwangshan battle.

The Rockets' victory was expected by Su Tian, ​​but Su Tian didn't expect such a thrilling process. The Rockets were only a short distance away from facing a 1-3 deficit.

Fortunately, the Rockets won, so that the Lakers not only have more time to rest, but also consume more opponents.

After turning off the phone, Su Tian touched his right ankle.

In the fourth quarter yesterday, Su Tian had already seen the "Iron Man" badge light up on the system panel, but because he was in the game, Su Tian didn't pay much attention to it.

After the game, Su Tian felt a faint pain in his ankle.

But fortunately, the effect of the "Iron Man" badge was triggered, and now there is only some swelling. According to the rhythm of the Rockets and Warriors, Su Tian can still catch up with the Western Conference Finals in full condition.

Su Tian took a short break, and after thinking about it, he still sent a text message to Harden.

"James, I've entered the Western Conference Finals, and I'm just waiting for you."

It's just that as soon as Su Tian's message was sent, he received a message prompt.

"You have been blocked by the other party."

Su Tian: "*****, ****."

"Forget it, this person is not particular, don't care about him like him, and I will mock him after I get the MVP."

Su Tianan rested at home for a whole day, and the Lakers also arranged a two-day vacation for the players to recover. After all, Huo Yong's posture was aimed at the tiebreaker.

After the Lakers decided to enter the Western Conference Finals, James also led the Cavaliers to defeat the Raptors 4-0 to enter the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics also led 3-1, and entering the Eastern Conference Finals is just around the corner.

The opponents in the Eastern Conference Finals have basically been determined, but the situation in the Western Conference Finals is still confusing.

On May 5th, the fifth round of the Huoyong War began.

The Tianwangshan battle was very hot, and Su Tian also watched the match in front of the TV.

In this game, the two sides still maintained the previous starting lineup, but the Warriors' Iguodala suffered an injury and failed to play.

The game started soon, and both sides didn’t feel very good in the first quarter. The Warriors made 6 of 1 three-pointers, and the Rockets made 14 of 3 three-pointers. Leading Warriors.

In the second quarter, the two sides entered the lineup rotation. After entering the lineup rotation, Curry suddenly began to show off, hitting consecutive three-pointers without giving the Rockets a chance to react.

By the time the Rockets reacted, the Warriors had already caught up with the score and even completed a go-ahead.

At this time, not to mention the Rockets are confused, even Su Tian in front of the TV is also confused. What is this thing, with a few three-pointers in the frame, and then looked up, it overtook it?
"As expected of the No. [-] projection talent in history, it's so terrifying."

So in the next few rounds, under the leadership of Curry, the Warriors have been steadily suppressing the Rockets.

Halfway through the second quarter, Curry took a break and Durant came on to lead the team.

The Warriors lack Iguodala, and the overall offensive fluency is still a little bit worse, especially Durant's ability to organize offense is not so outstanding.

However, although Durant's ability to organize offense is not strong, but Durant's stand-up singles are rarely matched by anyone.

At the end of the second quarter, the score came to 45-45, and the two teams tied.

The Warriors relied on Curry's extraordinary performance to pass the first half smoothly, which can be regarded as making up for the vacancy of Iguodala's absence, but the side effect of this is that the Warriors may not be crazy in the third quarter.

During the intermission, in the Rockets' locker room, D'Antoni also predicted this, so he found the team's defensive coach to discuss.

D'Antoni is an offensive master, but it's not that he doesn't have a defensive sense, it's just that he pales in comparison to his own offensive skills.

According to the characteristics of the Warriors, the Rockets' coaching staff quickly arranged corresponding defensive tactics.

Soon, the intermission ended and the two sides returned to the court again.

The Warriors still used five small lineups in the third quarter, but compared to before, it did drop overall.

Curry, Klay, Nick Young, Durant, Green.

On the Rockets side, the main starters are Paul, Harden, Ariza, PJ Tucker, and Capela.

The battle between the two sides is imminent.

After the start of the second half, the Warriors took the lead, and Durant and Curry cooperated frequently to directly maximize the Warriors' shooting threats.

Turning around, Paul hit consecutive three-pointers on the Rockets side, catching the Warriors by surprise.

Just when the Rockets concentrated their defensive power on Curry and Durant, Clay's side suddenly exploded, and he also hit consecutive three-pointers.

At the same time, Harden's three-pointer misfired, so he changed his style of play and began to hit the inside with the ball.

This change of play really allowed Harden to find a breakthrough, causing Green to foul twice in a row. Cole had no choice but to replace Green in advance and let Rooney go up to stand up.

After the offense and defense entered the rhythm, both sides played differently, but the point difference between the two teams did not widen.

Halfway through the third quarter, the two sides reluctantly began to make substitutions and adjustments. Whether it was the Warriors or the Rockets, they felt that they didn't have the desired effect.

After the substitute lineup came on the field, the point difference still hasn't changed much, and the battle between the two sides still can't tell the winner.

At the end of the third quarter, the score came to 71-72, and the Warriors temporarily led by 1 point.

The Warriors' third quarter, as D'Antoni midfielder expected, failed to go crazy, which gave the Rockets a chance.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, the Rockets directly played the entire main lineup, and the Warriors could only follow the main lineup in order not to be opened up by the Rockets.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, Harden began to attack continuously with the ball, causing consecutive fouls by Durant and Green.

Green had 4 fouls on his back at this time, and he didn't dare to make big moves. Cole had to replace Green, and the Warriors' inside defense was weakened again.

At this time, the Rockets have begun to gradually widen the point gap with the Warriors. Curry wants to use three-pointers to chase points, but the feeling of this game is really not good. He tried two for Clay and also missed.

In the last 5 minutes, Cole took Green again, but it didn't help. After all, the team urgently needs offensive ability at this time, but Green's offensive ability is really anxious.

In the end, the game was over, and the Rockets won the game 98-94. Although the final points were not much different, they still won the game.

The big score of the Huoyong series came to 3-2, the Rockets took the lead and successfully won the Tianwangshan battle.

Seeing that the Rockets won, Su Tian seemed relieved, turned off the TV, and began to prepare a training plan for himself.

On Harden's side, just after the game, he returned to the locker room and picked up his phone to send Su Tian a message.

"Su, don't be too pretentious, wait for me in the Western Conference Finals!"

On May 5, the Eastern Conference confirmed their opponents in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics defeated the Digital Man 9-114 to enter the Eastern Conference Finals and will join forces with James.

The Lakers, on the other hand, have started to prepare for the game, because the Lakers are not sure about their opponents in the Western Conference Finals, so the Lakers are just doing some routine training and tactical moves.

Of course, in order to prevent problems before they happen, the Lakers made some simple arrangements for the Rockets and the Warriors.

On May 5, Magic Johnson approached Su Tian, ​​who came to Johnson's office.

"Su, come and sit down." Seeing Su Tian come in, Johnson looked very attentive.

After a brief greeting between Su Tian and Johnson, they sat on the sofa.

"How about Su, how do you feel recently? Is there anything uncomfortable? You must communicate with the team doctor in time."

"Don't worry, Mr. Erwin, I will tell you if you have any questions."

"That's good. By the way, Sue, who do you think will advance to the Western Conference Finals, the Rockets or the Warriors? Of course, we're just chatting briefly, don't worry about it. The coaching staff will make a more rigorous judgment."

Su Tian pondered for a while and said: "Personally, I actually hope that the Rockets will advance, because we have experience in dealing with the Rockets, and I also have confidence, but to be honest, I think the Warriors have a better chance of advancing."

Johnson nodded. Although Tianwangshan was won by the Rockets, the judgment given by the coaching staff is that the Warriors have a greater chance of advancing. This undoubtedly does not mean that the Warriors do have such capital.

"Well, by the way, we are already communicating secretly with Paul George, but George seems to be hesitant. If you have a chance later, you can try to chat with George and find out what George is hesitating about. Of course, Don't delay your normal training with these things, we are still focusing on the playoffs at the moment, and these things should be done in the offseason."

Su Tian nodded when he heard it. George's hesitation was actually expected by Su Tian, ​​because George lived happily in Oklahoma, although the place was not big and not prosperous enough.

But the fans there are really enthusiastic, and the overall atmosphere is very good. In addition, Westbrook and George have a close personal relationship. George's idea of ​​staying in the Thunder is also expected by Su Tian.

"Okay, then I will have a chance to talk to George later, but I have to say it first, the Lakers have to give at least a good offer, and George can't be insulted." Su Tian said.

"Of course, you can rest assured on this point. Even if the Lakers have to pay the luxury tax next season, they must build a championship lineup. We are still very clear about this determination."

Hearing what Johnson said, Su Tian felt relieved.

After parting with Johnson, Su Tian returned home, thinking carefully about bringing in helpers.

The changes on George's side are beyond Su Tian's control, and even in the end, even with his own persuasion, it is very possible that George still decides to stay with the Thunder.

Therefore, the Lakers must have a backup plan. As for the candidate for the backup plan, Su Tian has already determined that it is Jimmy Jordan Butler who is still in the Timberwolves.

Perhaps Butler's paper strength is not as strong as George's, but Butler's competitive spirit and mental attributes are what this young Lakers lack.

If Butler can be introduced, it will not only liberate himself, but also find a locker room leader for the Lakers.

In fact, Su Tian has not been regarded as the leader of the locker room all along, but because of Su Tian's strong strength and exquisite passing, everyone obeys Su Tian.

This kind of admiration is based on Su Tian's strength, not personal charm, which is different from the traditional locker room leader.

Therefore, it would be a good thing if Butler could be introduced.

After thinking about these things, Su Tian turned on the TV, which was playing the sixth battle between the Rockets and the Warriors.

At this time, the game between the two sides was coming to an end, and the situation on the court was similar to Su Tian's prediction. The Warriors successfully opened the score by relying on "crazy" in the third quarter.

In the fourth quarter, the Rockets reappeared the old problem, "three-pointer dependence".

The more the score falls behind, the more the Rockets want to shoot three-pointers to catch up with the score, but the more anxious you are about the three-pointer, the less you can make it.

The Rockets are like a crazy gambler, putting all their chips on the three-pointer, either shooting the opponent to death, or shooting themselves to death.

In the end, this double-edged sword hurt the Rockets themselves.

115-86, the Warriors easily won the sixth game, and the big score came to a 3-3 tie.

As soon as the game ended, Su Tian began to edit text messages to Harden.

"James, don't rely too much on three-pointers. Once you don't have the touch, the Rockets will be very passive! You have to hold the ball and rush to the basket!"

After Su Tian's text message was sent, nothing came of it.

In fact, Harden saw Su Tian's message, but did not reply, because Harden also knew these reasons, just. . .

(End of this chapter)