no shortcuts in basketball

Chapter 235 The rose will eventually bloom again

The Bulls continued to defeat the Grizzlies and Nets, achieving a new 7-game winning streak, improving their record to 27 wins and 3 losses, continuing to top the league.

"Who can beat the Bulls" has once again become a topic discussed by fans and media.

But at this time, the Cavaliers, who were previously ranked second in O'Neal's list of "beating the Bulls", encountered a situation: James will be absent for about two weeks due to the recurrence of his groin injury.

This also means that James will miss the second meeting between the Bulls and Cavaliers, which is also in Cleveland.

This will undoubtedly disappoint countless Cleveland fans, because after the last "regrettable loss", they all expected the Kings to lead the team to complete the revenge game at home.

"God is afraid of LeBron's talent, so while giving him the best body in history, he deprived him of the health of his groin and hamstrings."

This was the most liked comment on social media today by a fan named "Son of Cleveland", and was later quoted by the "Cleveland Honesty".

How will Cleveland face the Bulls' charge without their king?

When the Bulls arrived in Croatia and attracted a large number of fans to watch, this was the question that many local fans had.

After all, the last time they played against each other, even though they had James, they were completely defeated in the fourth quarter.

In the training hall of Quicken Loans Arena, Bulls players are conducting open training inside.

Because the distance between Chicago and Cleveland is only more than 500 kilometers, they arrived here on the same day.

There were a large number of reporters gathered on the sidelines, including those from major media outlets such as ESPN and TNT, and of course more from Cleveland.

It is no longer enough to describe the Bulls this season as a "traffic team". They are now liquid gold, and as long as they can get some peripherals, they can be quickly converted into dollars.

For example, Bulls rookie Kyle Anderson recently got a tattoo on his right arm, but what everyone couldn't understand was that he had two old ladies tattooed on him.

For another example, Hawes recently told reporters that someone sneaked into his residence in the city and stole something he didn't expect: a toilet toilet. This made him very angry when he was in a hurry to go to the toilet, so he immediately The police were called, but after hearing his description, the police ignored him at all.

Just some gimmicks like this can already make reporters earn more than half a year's royalties.

During the training session, Rose looked in pretty good shape.

When the training was over, Xu Yong originally wanted to go back to the locker room early, but all the routes between him and the player tunnel were blocked by reporters.

He had no choice but to stay and be interviewed.

Of course, the same goes for everyone else. Except for the sharp-eyed Butler who sneaked back to the locker room early to enjoy the opportunity to take a shower after training, several other core members were caught by reporters. Even Hawes, who recently lost his toilet No exception.

"Will LeBron's absence tonight make the game easier?" The first reporter to ask the question was from the Honest Newspaper.

"No, that would make the game more difficult."

"More difficult?" The reporter thought he heard wrongly.

"Yes, originally we only needed to focus on one person, but now our defense needs to focus on three people, which will make us face a choice." Xu Yong said and touched his nose.

"You mean the Cavaliers without LeBron are more difficult to deal with?" This reporter from the Honest Daily was not very honest.

"We will not underestimate any opponent." Xu Yong replied calmly.

"Derek seems to be in good condition. Will his role be different tonight?"

Xu Yong frowned, feeling that the reporter in front of him seemed to have asked the wrong person, but when he turned around, he found that Ross seemed to be no longer at the scene.

"Where's Derek?" he asked Hawes behind him.

"Jimmy took him back to the locker room." As the tallest player on the team, Hawes also has the highest vision on the team.

Xu Yong frowned, these two guys ran really fast.

But he immediately relaxed his brows. Since the two of them talked about the problem before, their relationship has become more harmonious.

Sure enough, problems between people can be solved by communication in nine cases out of ten.

"Let's take a look at the game in the evening." Xu Yong turned around and said.

……

"Derek, are you in good physical condition today?" Xu Yong asked Rose after returning to the locker room after the interview.

Ross nodded.

Although he had told Reggie that he had been used as a gunman after breaking up with him before, he definitely couldn't tell Xu Yong about this, as it would make him look stupid.

But it definitely feels uncomfortable to be used as a gunman, but I can only vent my anger on the Cavaliers.

"Then do more." Xu Yong said directly.

Even if Stern pushes him to the throne, he is not a king who holds on to the crown (number) in his hand.

Even if Rose accepts the change, his sacrifice can still be seen, so when he is in good condition, he will naturally have to play more.

Rose nodded firmly. Although James won't play tonight, he will probably be on the sidelines. At that time, it feels like he can only sit on the sidelines and watch, which will only make the opponent more uncomfortable.

That night, the attendance at Quicken Loans Arena was full.

This season's Bulls games have nothing to do with James' absence.

If you can see Xu Yong, then the vote is 100% worth it.

During the warm-up before the game, the live camera was shown to Xu Yong.

However, Xu Yong was a bit "bad" today. After a brief warm-up, he sat on the sidelines and chatted with Butler.

"Okay, senior, I understand." Butler nodded after hearing Xu Yong's explanation.

Soon, the warm-up was over and the scene entered the opening ceremony. The starting lineups of both sides were announced one after another.

Bulls: Rose, Butler, Xu Yong, West, Adams;

Cavaliers: Irving, J.R. Smith, Marion, Davis, Love.

After James announced that he would miss two weeks with a groin injury, the Cavaliers quickly promoted a trade, using the trade exception and a second-round pick to acquire J.R. Smith from the Knicks.

Smith performed well last season, which earned him a three-year contract extension worth 2013 million in the summer of 3.

However, with Anthony's departure and the Knicks entering a state of ruin and reconstruction, his performance plummeted.

This season, his playing time dropped to 25.8 minutes, his shooting percentage was only 40%, and his scoring was only over 10 points. Not only did he have to make way for newcomers, but his condition was also very poor, and he had long been treated as a garbage contract.

It just so happens that the Cavaliers are short of shooting guards, especially when James is absent, the team will lack firepower. Smith has been famous in the past. With the mentality of being a live doctor, the Cavaliers got him.

The game was about to start, and the on-site photographer was finally willing to move the camera away from Xu Yong, and then turned to other people.

James also appeared in the shot at the right time.

Although he couldn't play, he still insisted on being there and showed the responsibility of a leader after Blatter arranged the tactics, cheering for his teammates.

Adams moved the ball back to the Bulls half, officially kicking off the game.

The Bulls came up and used pindown tactics as usual, and Butler organized with the ball.

However, what is slightly different from past games is that Xu Yong did not take action immediately after receiving the ball. Instead, he broke through to attract a flanking attack, and then distributed the ball to the outside.

Just as he broke through, the Bulls had a small cooperation at the top of the arc. Butler passed the ball and moved to pick and roll Rose. Rose used the screen to move to the top of the arc.

Whether the player is in good condition or not is just a feeling. The key depends on the specific performance on the field.

For Rose, there is no better verification of his current style of play than a three-pointer. This is also what Xu Yong and Butler were communicating before the game.

The Cavaliers obviously did not expect that the Bulls would look for Rose in the opening game, because in the past games, Rose could only be regarded as the Bulls' third or even fourth choice at the beginning, so Rose got a completely open three-point opportunity after receiving the ball.

He adjusted and shot again.

Rose's three-point shooting percentage this season reached 36.2%, which is not very high, but it is also the peak of his career.

The basketball flew through the air and drew a parabola.

"Shh!"

With a crisp sound of entering the net, the basketball entered the net.

Okay, now I can confirm that Rose is in really good shape tonight.

Looking back, JR received Love's pass from the outside and hit an answerball three-pointer.

Although Xu Yong's words before the game may sound disrespectful to James in the ears of some fans, they are also true. It is really difficult for you to judge who the Cavaliers' main attack point will be after James is absent.

It seems that Irving is doing his part, but in fact, Love was holding the ball at the beginning and JR was throwing the ball. Who would have thought?

Then Rose made a tight cut and received a pass from Butler for a layup, causing Davis's hitter to foul.

Davis showed top defensive capabilities and awareness on this ball. His long arms completely blocked Rose's shooting angle, but Rose used his ability to twist in the air and still successfully caused a foul.

This further proves Rose's current status.

After stepping to the free throw line, Rose made two steady free throws and scored 5 consecutive points in the opening game.

It was only then that Blatt discovered that the Bulls were consciously creating opportunities for Rose.

Is this Thibodeau’s opening surprise?

Thibodeau said he was a little surprised.

He's returned to his early-season hosting status since the Bulls are back on track.

Anyway, Xu Yong and Butler can handle most of the situations on the court. It is up to them to decide who to play in the opening game.

I didn't expect them to play Rose tonight, and Rose seemed to be in good shape.

In fact, what he asked Xu Yong last time already showed that he wanted Rose to play well. Now that Rose has really played well, isn't it a surprise?
Davis cut into the basket again and scored a goal after receiving Love's pass.

The Cavaliers started with consecutive offensive successes, and in the process, Love's organizational skills were fully demonstrated.

Love is certainly organized and very good.

Back then, his quarterback-style long pass from the backcourt to Westbrook was UCLA's signature tactic. Xu Yong had already experienced it when he was still with the Devils, not to mention that he averaged 4.4 points per game with the Timberwolves last season. assists.

This season, because he was always assigned to squat for three-pointers, this ability of his was overlooked.

After the offensive and defensive transition, Blatt directed the players to defend on the sidelines. The Cavaliers obviously increased their defense against Rose, and the Bulls' offense was delayed.

The Cleveland fans at the scene were a little stunned, and some couldn't help but rub their eyes.

How do the Cavaliers look better tonight than they did the last time they played the Bulls on the road?

In the last match, the Cavaliers relied on the substitutes to catch up with the score, but why do they seem to be back and forth with the Bulls at the beginning?
They are missing James tonight!

The live camera showed the Cavaliers bench. After seeing the camera, James immediately turned around and pretended to chat with Joe Harris next to him.

Harris didn't react at first, but he turned his head with a puzzled look on his face after James aggravated his tone.

This scene happened to be projected on the large LED screen, which looked very joyful.

Fortunately, the camera quickly cut back to the court, because Xu Yong broke into the inside and directly faced Davis and completed a tomahawk chop.

Because Davis had a foul on his back, he no longer dared to take action easily at this time.

Of course, more importantly, he did not expect that Xu Yong would suddenly burst in. You must know that Blatter just shouted for them to mark Rose.

After Xu Yong landed, he high-fived Butler who neutralized the pass.

Of course they won't push every ball into Rose's hands. That's not called "play more balls for Rose", it's called "give the ball to Rose".

There is a big difference between the two. The former is more about creating opportunities for Rose, while the latter is purely about throwing all the pressure on Rose.

As Xu Yong said before the game, even without James, the Cavaliers are still among the top three teams in the Eastern Conference. It is unrealistic for Rose to defeat them alone.

Moreover, the offense is so changeable that the Cavaliers don't know where to guard them, which makes the game easier.

After the first quarter, the score on the field was 33 to 31, with the Bulls leading.

If the opening was just some illusions, Cavaliers fans can now be sure that the Cavaliers' performance tonight is indeed better than the last time they met.

And it's not just one point that performed well, Irving had 8 points, Love had 7 points and 3 assists, JR had 6 points, and Davis had 5 points and 5 rebounds. This was multiple points.

James looked slightly embarrassed on the sidelines. At this time, a familiar oriental melody sounded in his heart: I shouldn't be in the car, I should be under the car.

Of course, the most dazzling performance in the first quarter was Rose. He hit 2 three-pointers in a single quarter, made 6 of 4 shots, plus 3 free throws, and scored 13 points in a single quarter.

Moreover, this was the data he got when he was substituted with 2 minutes left in the first quarter.

After being reimbursed for two consecutive seasons, fans have forgotten how long Rose has not performed like this.

At the beginning of the second quarter, Rose continued to play.

It was at this time that the Cavaliers also sent Dellavedova, who restricted Rose well in the first meeting between the two sides.

Xu Yong also looked at the court at this time. Whether he can break through Delavandova's "nemesis" is the key to Rose's ability to continue playing tonight.

Dellavedova does not have very good physical conditions, and his mad-dog defense is entirely based on experience and defensive enthusiasm.

Rose quickly changed direction in front of his body and directly shook Dellavedova to his knees.

This caused an uproar at the scene. Rose defeated all efforts with his talent.

Xu Yong didn't seem too surprised. Rose has changed his style of play this season, but that doesn't mean he can't break out. It's just that it's no longer his main offensive method, but a trick to keep him at the bottom.

But Dellavedova's next reaction exceeded everyone's expectations. After being shaken to his knees, he got up again the next moment, and then caught up with Rose!

It’s not just positivity, it’s fighting spirit, surging fighting spirit.

Xu Yongdu didn't expect that this kind of player would definitely be the favorite of the coach and his teammates.

Rose's final shot in the air was interfered with and missed.

However, something surprising happened again. Rose jumped up quickly and grabbed an offensive rebound. After confronting Dellavedova, the score was 2+1.

Positivity.

The word that should have belonged to Dellavedova in this matchup also belongs to Rose tonight.

Xu Yong couldn't help but reach out and applaud Rose's performance.

Although he didn't know where Rose's motivation came from tonight, he was certain that tonight would be a very different night for Rose.

After halftime, the score was 62-55.

Although the Cavaliers performed very well and could even be said to have completely exceeded everyone's predictions before the game, the Bulls still took the lead.Rose played really well tonight. He scored another 12 points in the second quarter and had a game-high 25 points at halftime.

"Derek, you scored 25 points in the first half, but you can't score 50 points in the whole game?" Butler shouted to Rose in the midfield locker room.

Ross smiled and shook his head at this.

Xu Yong also laughed at the side. The relationship between the two seemed to be better than he expected.

"They will definitely focus on defending you in the second half." Xu Yong reminded Rose at this time.

Rose nodded seriously. Of course he wouldn't take Butler's words seriously. He was already very satisfied with playing such a good first half.

Coming back in the second half, just as Xu Yong expected, the Cavaliers began to target Rose, and Bratt directly replaced JR with Dellavedova in the starting lineup.

Rose's performance was limited in this quarter, scoring only 7 points in a single quarter.

However, the Bulls still maintained their lead because Xu Yong scored 20 points in this quarter.

What is the strength of the league's No. 1? He can show it in no hurry, but if he wants to show it, it will be a storm.

At the end of the three quarters, the Bulls already led the Cavaliers by 96 points, 81-15.

If nothing else, it is a sure thing that the Bulls will complete the double play against the Cavaliers.

Although it sounds a bit strange, James acted very relaxed on the sidelines and pulled Harris to chat, even though the latter looked reluctant.

It seems like James is the one who wants the Cavaliers to lose tonight the most.

But at this moment an accident happened, JR had a seizure.

In fact, from the opening three-pointer, we can see that JR's outside touch is still good tonight, but it is just not his turn to perform in the starting lineup.

But Blatt adjusted his starting lineup in the second half to defend Rose, and he became a substitute again. After returning to a familiar rhythm, he had a chance to perform.

[JR is not nervous, an All-Star every day], [Jordan Highlights], JR is probably the most eccentric player in NBA history.

If you have seen Jordan Clarkson's convulsion in the Asian Games, then JR is the plusMax version. He can score 10+ three-pointers in a single game in the NBA.

Thibodeau's reaction was quick enough. He quickly asked Butler to mark him, but he threw it right at Butler's head, which made Butler lose his temper.

Even though Thibodeau called a timeout, he didn't stop this guy.

Although most of the time, JR silences his own head coach, but a small number of times, he silences the opponent's head coach.

Tonight was obviously that small part of the time.

When the main players of both sides returned, the score on the field had become 103 to 98, and the point difference had been narrowed to 5 points.

And after the main force returned, the Cavaliers showed resilience that they had never seen in the previous game.

You must know that in the last match, with Xu Yong playing a personal wave and the audience shouting "Who.is.your.daddy", the Cavaliers basically voted. You must know that the Cavaliers were behind by a score at that time. Not even as much as tonight.

But tonight, throughout the fourth quarter, the Cavaliers played like a "three-day separation, and we are looking at each other with admiration."

Moreover, Blatter also adjusted his defensive strategy again at this time. He began to put all his defensive focus on Xu Yong.

Obviously, compared to Rose's performance, Xu Yong's explosive scoring power is what he is more afraid of.

And he doesn't think Rose still has the ability to continue to score points.

Then he saw it.

Rose came up and hit Dellavedova with the ball, hitting a mid-range shot with a step-back jumper from a 20-foot position on the left.

That's not the way he's good at scoring, but it also shows that he's still in great shape in the fourth quarter.

In the very next round, he cut in to create damage and walked to the free throw line, and then moved to the bottom corner to receive Butler's pass and hit a three-pointer.

In just three rounds, he scored 7 points in a row, forcing Blatter to call a timeout.

Blatt suffered the loss of European coaches because he had never seen Rose's game before his injury.

However, the Cavaliers' tenacity tonight was really unexpected. After returning, Irving made a three-pointer and Love made a three-pointer, and they suddenly caught up with the score again.

The two sides fought until the final moment. With 30 seconds left before the end, the Cavaliers were defended until the last moment. Irving resisted Butler's defense and hit another extremely difficult three-pointer to help the Cavaliers tenaciously equalize the score. Quicken Loans Arena was abuzz.

Everyone on the Cavaliers has proved with their best performance that they can play better without James!
After returning from the timeout, Xu Yong directly broke into the inside from the double team, forcing the entire Cavaliers' defense to compress, and then distributed it to Rose in the bottom corner.

There are opinions on whether you should take action or pass the ball at the last moment, or who you should pass it to.

If you end up passing the ball to the [Ice Shooter] who hasn't scored a goal all night, it's actually leaving the game to luck.

But so far tonight, Rose has made 30 of 18 shots, 6 of 3 three-pointers, and 9 of 6 free throws, and has scored 45 points.

This data has broken the highest score in a single game in his career. Before this, his record was 42 points, and that was all during his MVP season in 2011~2012.

Rose received the ball and got an open opportunity.

Because the two sides were tied and Xu Yong's breakthrough was too determined, it was impossible for the Cavaliers not to shrink, and naturally it was impossible to fight back at this time.

Rose made a calm three-pointer.

At this time, all the fans in the audience seemed extremely nervous, because there was not much time left, and this was a goal that was enough to kill the game.

Xu Yong looked at the ball in the air and smiled in advance, because the ball's trajectory and backspin looked like it would go in.

"Shh!"

With a crisp sound of hitting the net, Rose hit this quasi-killing three-pointer!
The scene was in an uproar. Rose was really awesome tonight.

At this time, there were only 10 seconds left in the game, and Blatter quickly called a timeout.

Xu Yong walked up to Ross and had a passionate chest bump with him.

The original advice to Rose was true, and those words were also true. Seeing his comrades who had fought together once again perform brilliantly, he was really happy for Rose.

Rose's eyes were already red at this time. The game was not over yet, and he was trying to hold back his emotions.

After the timeout, the Cavaliers could only play three-point tactics. However, under the Bulls' expanded defense, the Cavaliers' magic could not continue. Irving's outside three-point shot was blocked, and Adams struggled to pick off the rebound.

Moreover, Thibodeau immediately called a timeout and did not give the Cavaliers a chance to foul immediately.

With only the last 3.6 seconds left, the Bulls are basically confident of victory.

Of course, it's not complete yet, because if they are intercepted at the end or miss two free throws, the Cavaliers still have a chance to drag the game into overtime.

"Xu, you take the final free throw." Thibodeau designated Xu Yong at this time.

"Coach, I'll serve and let Derek take the free throw." Xu Yong said at this time and looked up at the large LED screen above his head.

Thibodeau looked up following his gaze and knew what Xu Yong was talking about.

48 points. Rose has already scored 48 points. If he can make the last two free throws, he will get 50 points.

Although the difference is only 2 points, just like the ending of the story, one is close to perfect, while the other is perfect.

Thibodeau nodded.

Ross looked at Xu Yong, his eyes red.

He had done something wrong before, but instead of blaming him, Xu Yong helped him.

It was his misfortune to suffer serious injuries for two consecutive years; but it was his luckiest thing to meet teammates like Xu Yong.

A world-class difficult sideline ball. Rose made a reverse escape without the ball, successfully received Xu Yong's pass, ran two steps, and was finally fouled by Dellavedova.

And the last 2.6 seconds.

As long as one penalty goal is scored, the game will end early.

Before going to the free throw line, Xu Yong pulled Rose and said, "Don't be pressured, you are always the best."

Rose took a deep breath and went to the free throw line.

At this moment, something incredible happened.

"MVP! MVP!"

It was just a few people at the beginning, but by the end, the fans in Quicken Loans Arena were chanting MVP for Rose in unison.

For a moment, it's hard to tell whether this is Cleveland or Chicago.

Xu Yong was also stunned for a moment. He didn't know whether it was Rose's performance that impressed the fans at the scene, or whether the fans felt that this would cause Rose to have psychological fluctuations. He felt that it was most likely the latter.

Interference is not limited to booing, anything that can affect the mentality of the opponent's players is a good way.

Rose's reaction also illustrates this point. He took a deep breath and dribbled the ball twice, which shows that his emotions are fluctuating greatly now.

After adjusting, he freed the ball in his hand.

"Shh!"

The basketball is firmly in the pocket!

The game is officially over.

There was a commotion at the scene, indicating that Xu Yong's previous judgment was correct.

Rose's second free throw.

But at this moment, the shouts of "MVP" rang out again.

The same cry, but this time it had a completely different meaning than the last time.

Rose was once the youngest MVP.

Even though he has been seriously injured for two years.

Rose couldn't control his emotions, but in the end he took a shaky breath and made the second free throw.

"Shh!"

Still hits.

50 points!
He scored his first 50 points in his career!
In the last 2.6 seconds, the Cavaliers had no timeout. Irving rushed to the frontcourt and missed his three-point shot, and the long whistle sounded on the sidelines.

128 to 123, the Bulls finally defeated the Cavaliers in an away game and won the game.

At this moment, Ross lost control of his emotions completely. He covered his face with his hands and squatted down crying.

Xu Yong walked up to him at this time and patted his shoulder.

After a while, Ross stood up and hugged Xu Yong forcefully.

"Thank you, thank you, Xu, thank you." He choked and said, not only this season, but also like he wanted to pour out everything in the past two years.

Xu Yong slapped his back hard.

This scene was captured on the large LED screen at the scene. After hugging Xu Yong and leaving, Rose's eyes were full of tears.

There were cheers and applause.

At this moment, victory or defeat is no longer the most important, it is more meaningful to witness Rose's rebirth.

Even as an opponent, Rose deserves their respect tonight.

Feeling the enthusiasm of the fans at the scene, Rose wiped away tears and waved his hands in thanks.

This is Derrick Rose's night.

At this time, James seemed to be in a good mood. He tried to show his frustration, and then encouraged the Cavaliers players one by one after finishing the handshake ceremony.

This is what a leader should do after a loss.

At the same time, Rose was interviewed by a female reporter from TNT on the sidelines. His emotions seemed to have not calmed down yet.

What's very special is that the Cavaliers fans at the scene did not leave the venue, but were waiting to listen to Rose's interview.

"Derek, I can tell you're excited. Tonight was a special win for the team, especially when you scored 50 points. What does that mean to you?"

When it came to 50 points, the Cavaliers fans cheered and applauded.

"Means everything." Rose's words were still choked with sobs.

"I've been working hard to prove that I can still perform well. I can't do it without the team, teammates, and fans."

"What made you perform so well this night?" the reporter continued to ask.

At this moment, Rose turned to look at Xu Yong and Butler not far away, and said after looking back: "My teammates have always believed in me, they have always been like this, just like Xu said, we are a team, they are the ones who make I found myself again and they are the best teammates in the world."

"Final question, your performance tonight showed us the Derrick Rose we once were, will it come back?"

"I don't think too much. I just want to help the team. No matter what they ask me to do, I just want to help the team win the game. That's the only thing I'm thinking about now."

When the interview ended, Xu Yong appeared behind Rose and touched his head. At this time, Butler bumped shoulders with Rose and shouted.

He joked during midfield that Rose could score 50 points in the game, and then Rose actually scored 50 points in the end. That opened his mouth and he was even more excited than Rose.

The fans at the scene once again applauded and cheered for the former MVP.

Everyone was moved by this scene, except one person.

James' expression was very ugly at this time, because Rose's last words basically announced the complete failure of Rich Paul's plan.

The Bulls now seem to be an extremely united team, and no one can influence them.

Xu Yong and Rose attended the post-game press conference together.

In this game, Rose scored 50 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists, which was the most dazzling performance in the game.

But Xu Yong also scored 30 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Although he didn't exert much force, he was still very dominant when he exerted his strength in the third quarter.

Of course, the focus tonight is on Rose.

Regarding Rose's performance, Xu Yong also used a sentence with Chinese cultural characteristics to sum up, which was also a classic sentence before his rebirth.

Or more accurately, a verse.

"The rose will eventually bloom again, and you will still be a young man when you return."

(End of this chapter)