Basketball UFO

Chapter 56 Reaction
(Ask for a ticket!)

Surprisingly, the game was still tied at the end of the fourth quarter.

"Unbelievable, the Nets played too actively on the road. The Bulls took a nap."

"Pippen was beaten by Carter. Today's game is Carter's battle to clear his name."

"It was an unexpected game. The Bulls failed to take the Nets lightly at home. It was a failure. There are infinite possibilities in the game."

"I really want to see Carter defeat the Bulls. Although I can't believe it, it's still exciting." Jordan's key ball ability is unexplainable, and countless fans still think that the Bulls will defeat the Nets at home.

Of course, many fans vaguely hope that the Nets can win the game, which is exciting.More people like to see ordinary counterattacks, but don't want to see young people being ruthlessly crushed.

The Bulls obviously lacked preparation before the game and underestimated the Nets' determination to play on the road. After the game started, they did not give up the idea of ​​underestimating their opponent and were led by the Nets for an entire quarter.

As Jordan kicked his teammate's butt, the score was caught up.

But the Nets are united and have been biting the score. Even Jordan, it is impossible to score 4 points in one attack.

Phil Jackson whistled on the sidelines to express his dissatisfaction, then called a timeout and looked at the players coldly, "You say the Nets are garbage? Do you think the Nets are not challenging?"

"Then the current score, have you thought about it? There are 159 seconds left, and the Nets players are still full of passion. Their confidence and ambition have exploded. How about you? Are you a player who wants a championship?"

To stimulate the mobility of the players, Phil Jackson helped stimulate the Bulls players when Jordan did not bring up the mentality of his teammates.

Pippen was very depressed by Carter today, fouled 5 times, 4 of which were on Carter, and was cheated once by Rasheed Wallace.

"I won't let Vince score again." Pippen took the initiative to take on the defensive responsibility, "I will defend the last foul opportunity."

Michael Jordan glanced at him, and said in a very aggressive tone, "Maybe I'll tell you sooner, I can defend against him. You follow Kendall, Vince's movements are very elegant, it's not easy to defend."

"I don't need it, I said it, I will guard Vince." Pippen emphasized again.He really doesn't like Jordan's looks.

In fact, whether it is Jordan or Kobe, they are very paranoid players. When you watch it in front of the TV, you will think that he is cool and powerful. If you have such a person by your side in life, you will hide away. No, I won't be friends with them.

That kind of mentality is probably: everyone is an ordinary person, if you are not ordinary, you can do it yourself, don't always ask others.

It can be seen from a distance, but cannot be shared.

Carter was panting, he was exhausted enough today, and even though he had plenty of energy, he felt a little exhausted.He has tried his best and only scored 32 points, but fortunately, his teammates are so strong that he has 10 assists.

Especially Cassell, who scored 3 three-pointers and scored 22 points today, is one of the main factors for the Nets to be on par with the Bulls in the last few minutes.

Rasheed also kept pulling outside and scored 2 three-pointers, which made the Bulls very uncomfortable inside.In many cases, Pippen was required to help defend Rasheed, which caused Carter to have another chance.

"The Bulls are going to do their best in the future. Everyone defend, and the offense is handed over to Vince." Calipari looked at Carter, and found that Carter still had strength, so he felt relieved. Sweeping, perfect game, "The others pull away quickly, ready to catch the ball, catch the ball and shoot it, don't worry about the rest."

"Casel, Vince, you two just keep the ball at the last moment. No one else needs to keep the ball, just run. Rasheed, stand near the free throw line. As the ball-holding center, always pay attention to the running of your teammates. Position." Calipari boldly tried a new tactic.

Rashid has a mid-range shot, the center can provide support, and then others can pick and roll around Rashid.Opportunities will appear.

In the game against the Bulls and trying new tactics, Calipari also plans to go crazy.

"Jason, our new tactics still need more polishing. Maybe we need to ask Pete Carell for advice. It should be integrated into our new tactics as a concept." Calipari muttered softly, his voice getting smaller and smaller , no one knew what he was talking about.

Bulls offense.

Carter stood in front of Jordan.Jordan looked indifferent. He was beaten by Carter's Nets today. He was really depressed.

Before the game, they said it was easy to sweep, but they didn't expect to play off in the first game.

Jordan also thought that after leading 3:0, he could deliberately play a game to stimulate Carter and mentally stimulate the young man who wanted to challenge the throne. Who would have thought that the young man would overturn the table at the beginning.

How to play.

Jordan asked for the ball.Ron Harper gave it out immediately, and Cassel reminded Carter that the two had made a secret signal.After Jordan received the ball, he made a small movement.It is obvious to break through from the right.

Sure enough, after Jordan cut in, Carter predicted in advance that he was already in the way.Unexpectedly, Jordan simply had bad luck, changed hands, and then moved with his feet to create space.

Carter flies and blocks.Jordan jumped up almost at the same time, tucked in his stomach, and waited for Carter to land, adjusting the angle at the same time.

Unexpectedly, if Carter didn't land, Jordan himself was about to land, and the two's ability to stay in the air was almost the same, so they could only barely make a shot.

Kuang, as expected of Jordan.Even if he takes a high shot, he can bounce into the net after hitting the basket.

"Beautiful, this goal can be scored." Carter couldn't help admiring, "Michael, you are so strong. No wonder a group of people were beaten out of shit by you."

Jordan is very happy, young and sensible.He just likes to be flattered by the other party, and stimulating Jordan will only arouse his xinxing.

"I like to hear the truth." Jordan retreated as he walked, leaving the task of defending Carter to Pippen.

Jordan has reached the finals four times so far, defeating the Magician and Cobra, Glider, Flying Pig, Rain Man and Gloves respectively. Without Jordan, their historical status will rise to new heights.Including this season, according to historical development, Jordan will also beat the postman and the "general".

As long as there is a championship ring, the historical status of Malone and Stockton will also rise to new heights...

But no, they were all taken away by Jordan.

Pippen looked like he was facing a formidable enemy. Facing Carter, he scored 120 points, "Vince, keep breaking through!"

Carter controlled from outside the three-point line, and suddenly moved laterally. Seeing Pippen's center of gravity change, he immediately adjusted and pulled to the left.Pippen then pulled to the right side of his body and slammed into Rasheed.

No, when did Rasheed come out for the pick and roll?Luke Langley hasn't come out yet, and Rodman hasn't come out yet. He is still competing with Williams inside.Williams' "martial arts" has improved a lot.

Whoosh!
As soon as Carter was out of space, he shot a cold arrow at the top of the arc.

Regardless of whether he likes three-pointers in this era or not, Nets players can shoot three-pointers, and their shooting rate is not low, close to a super high shooting rate of 40%.

In the era when defensive three-pointers can be used, more than 37% of the shots are very high.Carter's shooting speed is very fast and continues to improve.

Cassell, Rashid and Carter all hit at least 2 three-pointers today, which is also an important reason why the Nets can tie the Bulls.Carter also made 6 free throws, second only to Jordan in the number of free throws.Of course, Carter defended Jordan today and sent 2 fouls on him.

Kendall Gill made 3 of 1 shots, missed the long shot, was blocked by Jordan, and has only scored 12 points so far.

The score became 93:92.

After Jordan scored a goal, Carter immediately responded with color. This is the way top stars respond, without showing weakness to each other.

One is a two-pointer and the other is a three-pointer. The Nets also took a 1-point lead.

Jordan yelled at Pippen, "Why can't you prevent it?"

"The pick-and-roll switch, someone moved too slowly." Pippen was sweating all over, and he was in a bad mood to be hanged by Jordan.

Even if he blocked Carter's face today, it was difficult to defend against his opponent.

"It's not easy to play today, the Nets players are going crazy." Jordan muttered secretly.In particular, Carter's confidence completely exploded and he couldn't defend at all. Even if he defended himself, the opponent could still score.

Jordan continued to hold the ball, and at critical moments, Jordan dominated.

Once again, he scored under Carter's defense and couldn't prevent it at all.Even if there are other players assisting in the defense, there is still no way to limit it.

Carter was not discouraged. Every time he collided with Jordan, he could read the opponent's abilities and he was indeed powerful.He has asked video analyst Jamie to record the content between him and Jordan, especially the offensive and defensive content between the two, and polish it in the summer.

Every contest with a master is a moment of progress.

"Carter and Jordan are a bit similar. Every attack leaves room for the next change." TNT host Earl Johnson saw it accurately. "But Jordan is more sophisticated. When facing Carter, he has a teaching feeling. Deliberately playing in front of a young man, claiming he's wearing the championship crown."

"Although Jordan is sophisticated and cunning, Carter's three-pointers are obviously more accurate. The three-pointer at the critical moment today is very reassuring. Carter is the key factor for the Nets to play like this with the Bulls."

Indeed.Without Carter, the Nets would have surrendered long ago, and it would not even be possible to meet the Bulls in the playoffs.

Jordan went inside, the Nets players no longer fouled, since Jordan wants to score, let him score, he is used to two-pointers, and the Nets are desperate for three-pointers.

Carter also controlled his actions. He didn't want to be sent off. He was carrying 4 fouls, 2 of which were used on Jordan.

Jordan scored again, and the Bulls overtook again, 94:93, with 120 seconds left in the game, exactly 2 minutes.

Cassell lowered the tempo and pushed slowly, not giving Carter.Actively looking for a pick-and-roll, Rasheed came out, Luke Longley did not pull to the outside, Pippen switched defenses, and Carter was under Rodman's defense.

Rodman had already pulled Carter's shorts, but Carter didn't move at all, watching Kassel lead the offense.Everyone's attention was drawn to it.

Rasheed has the ball and kind of wants to shoot.After Rodman switched defenses, Rasheed passed the ball directly.

Carter just moved into position, caught the ball, faced Pippen, took a dribble, and jumped inside.Pippen couldn't react and held hands directly. The referee didn't whistle, and there were inside players.Luke Longley came to the defense and didn't give Carter any space.

Unexpectedly, after Carter jumped, he could still take off.

He jumped straight up, his arms above the basket, and dunked directly.

Langley also jumped up high and slammed his arm on Carter's body.The referee was finally embarrassed and whistled for Luke Langley's foul.

"This guy's body control is not a rookie at all." Phil Jackson's face was ugly.The team's defense has reached the extreme just now, without giving the Nets any chance.If Rasheed wants to shoot, he will definitely be interfered by Rodman and will not score.

After Carter received the ball, he changed the rhythm with a jump, allowing Pippen to fall below, and Luke Langley fouled only after helping to defend.

"Vince's personal ability has changed the rhythm of the game. Otherwise, we would have been defended to death." Calipari was very excited, clenched his fists, "Jason, if we add free throws, we will lead by 2 points. With 100 seconds, do you think we can handle the pressure?"

"I don't know about the others, but Vince must be able to withstand the pressure." Jason was very nervous. It's not that he didn't know Carter's strength. Today's performance only verified Carter's quality.

Facing the Bulls, other players' statistics have declined, but Carter has not, and his score is higher than during the regular season.

Carter has scored 37 points and 6 rebounds, including 2 offensive rebounds.It even came up with a beautiful stat of 10 assists, and stole Pippen along the way.

Bulls fans are very depressed, a good game has turned out like this.The team should have easily won the first game, but was played so passively by the Nets.

"I feel that we are too proud, and arrogant soldiers will be defeated!"

"I really don't know what Pippen is doing, can't he prevent Carter?"

Carter stood on the free throw line, swiped, and made an extra free throw.

With a relaxed and freehand score, he breathed a sigh of relief.Leading by 2 points at the critical moment is still a bit of an advantage.

"For every offense, you must hit the success rate. Don't worry." Carter reminded his teammates, "The game has just begun. Remember, this is our finals."

With the attitude of playing in the finals, facing the Bulls, it is possible to win the next game.

Even now, I dare not say that the Nets can win.For the Bulls, Jordan still had the ball. Facing Carter's defense, he still chose the simplest breakthrough. After one step, he flew up directly and made a fallback jumper.

Carter also flew up, spread his fingertips, and poked Jordan in the face.

"Kill you bastard..." Carter roared angrily.

Jordan was taken aback suddenly, his eyes had the illusion of being poked blind, and he quickly passed the ball to Rodman.

Rodman's face changed, no, why did the ball come.

Before he was ready to take action, he was intercepted by Kendall Gill.

I have been waiting for a long time. Kendall Gill discussed with Carter. If the defense is not successful, there is no need to run far. Jordan will pass the ball sooner or later. This is the moment.

Cassel reacted the fastest and rushed up.Kendall gave the ball away immediately, Cassel suppressed the rhythm, and succeeded in a layup under the interference of Ron Harper.

"Strike..." Carter pointed to Kendall Gill and Cassell.When the backcourt trio really exerts their full strength, they can also be ranked first in the league, even the top three backcourt combinations.

It's just not mature yet, and the future will be better.

After the steal, Cassel scored a goal, and the Nets led by 4 points. With only 88 seconds left, the pressure came to the Bulls.

Phil Jackson immediately called a timeout and redeployed tactics. He didn't know why he couldn't defend his opponent and was counterattacked by the opponent.

"Calm down, you are the defending champions." Zen master taught his disciples.

Winning or losing one game will not determine the direction of the series.

Most importantly, the Bulls can't afford to lose face.

(End of this chapter)