NBA: One S-level skill per game

Chapter 162 Fighting Timberwolves

At the beginning of the third quarter, the Clippers controlled the rhythm of the game.

They showed strong firepower on the offensive end and continued to cause trouble for the Kings.

Li Chen showed his organizational skills as he constantly distributed the ball to his teammates.

Even if your teammates can't make a shot, don't worry, because Karl Malone has shown a strong inside ability under the basket. He constantly uses his physical advantage to grab offensive rebounds and send the ball into the basket.

The Kings struggled on the defensive end, and they were unable to effectively limit the Clippers' offense.

In addition, with the blessing of Li Chen [Assist Master], Korver showed accurate shooting ability from beyond the three-point line. He hit several key three-pointers in a row, giving the Clippers an increased lead.

The Kings players struggled hard, trying to find opportunities on the offensive end.

Bibby of the Kings continued to break through the Clippers' defense trying to score for the team.

However, although Li Chen's defense seemed casual and even a bit slack, what drove Bibby crazy was that his bad touch kept missing scoring opportunities.

But when the game progressed to the second half of the third quarter, an accident happened.

During a defense, Karl Malone of the Clippers had fierce physical contact with Divac of the Kings, and Divac fell to the ground.

Unexpectedly, the referee determined that Karl had attacked in an aggressive manner and gave Karl Malone an offensive foul.

Malone and the referee argued that Divac was diving, but the referee ignored it and did not change the meaning of the judgment at all.

Coach Alvin Gentry had to replace Karl Malone, who had committed five offenses, to rest and replace Wang Zhizhi.

Although Wang Zhizhi said that the strength is very good, but it cannot be compared with Karl Malone. The Clippers' original huge advantage in the interior has disappeared at this time.

Without a strong inside advantage, the Clippers' lineup became vulnerable in an instant.

The Kings saw this opportunity and quickly launched a counterattack.

Losing Karl Malone's dominance, the Clippers were once very passive, allowing the Kings players to find a breakthrough in offense.

But the core of this Clippers team is not Karl Malone, but Li Chen, who reached the finals almost by himself last season.

Li Chen stood up at this critical moment.

Time passed by every minute and every second, and the third quarter was coming to an end.

But the house leaked and it rained all night, Korver and Stojakovic accidentally twisted his ankle in the fight.

Korver knew the Clippers couldn't cut any more players, he couldn't come off the court, and he desperately wanted to continue playing.

But after being persuaded by Alvin Gentry and Li Chen, he sat in the rest area with Karl Malone unwillingly.

Meanwhile, Alvin Gentry was replaced by Kenyon Dooling.

When the third quarter ended, the Clippers trailed the Kings by 77 points again, 80-3.

After a while, as the fourth quarter began, the situation on the court gradually became stalemate. The Clippers kept the score tight in the fourth quarter, and the Kings never opened up the score.

Although, Karl Malone and Korver are off.

But again, the core of the Clippers will always be Li Chen, a player known for his scoring and passing abilities.

Li Chen knows that the current crisis facing the Clippers is also a moment to prove his worth.

With only 4 minutes left in the game, he had a firm eye and dribbled the ball across the frontcourt.

Facing the defense of the Kings, he forcibly broke through the defenders, like a sharp sword, tearing open the opponent's defense.

His movements are smooth and free, every pause or breakthrough is full of strong rhythm, and the ball seems to have life under his control.

Li Chen attracted the attention of all defensive players, and he suddenly chose the most suitable passing route.

His pass was like a precise missile, passing through all defenses and falling into Brand's hands.Brand started instantly and sent the ball into the basket.

This wonderful cooperation instantly ignited the dissatisfaction of Kings fans. Yes, they were very jealous and hated why Li Chen was not a player of their Kings team.

The game entered the last 2 minutes, the scores of the two sides rose alternately, and the atmosphere on the field became more and more tense.

Li Chen took the ball again. He looked up at the score. 99 was one point behind the Clippers 100. His eyes were full of determination and determination.

At this moment he gave up team basketball. He wanted to win without any surprises.

He took a deep breath, then started, changed direction to break through, pulled the bar for a layup, and finally sent the ball into the basket.

A series of actions were smooth and smooth, and the Kings had no temper at all.

101 to 100 The Clippers led by one point, and there were deafening boos from the audience.

With nine seconds left in the game, Alvin Gentry replaced Kenyon Dooling and replaced Karl Malone.

The Kings attack.

Bibby passed the ball to Stojakovic.

Stojakovic's shot was interfered by Wang Zhizhi and he missed the shot.

When the Kings missed a shot, Karl Malone quickly grabbed the rebound, and his rebounding ability was perfectly displayed at this time.

This basketball star who has fought against Jordan and is about to retire, with his strong body and keen rebounding awareness, won an offensive opportunity for the Clippers.

Immediately afterwards, Li Chen quickly launched a fast break after Karl Malone grabbed the rebound.

Like a bolt of lightning, he quickly crossed the half court and rushed towards the opponent's basket.

His speed and agility were on full display in this fast break, making people marvel at his athleticism.

He crossed the center circle at breakneck speed and headed toward the basket.

The moment he just crossed the free throw line, Li Chen slammed his right foot on the floor and his whole body rose into the air.

At the moment of take-off, the ball is raised above the head, and the body is stretched out in the air, like a soaring bird.

At this moment, he was like a huge ax that opened up the world. With the momentum of smashing everything, he smashed the basketball into the basket with one hand.

The basketball stand kept shaking, as if it might collapse at any moment.

103:100.

At this moment, all the fans were stunned. To be honest, they were impressed by Li Chen's tomahawk dunk, but as Kings fans, it was impossible to applaud Li Chen, so the two golden No. [-] courts rang again. A flood of boos.

The Clippers were even more powerful with the addition of Karl Malone. Although the Kings tried their best to restore the decline, Li Chen's unreasonable jump shot extinguished the last hope in their hearts.

In the end, the Clippers ended the Kings playoffs this season 119 to 110, and the Clippers became the first team to advance to the conference finals.

"Haha! As expected by Mr. Barkley, the Clippers really won."

"Yes, although the process of this game was a bit rough, the Clippers overcame difficulties and won the final victory. This is a truly strong team that cannot be defeated regardless of factors off the court or on the court."

"Next, they need to wait and wait for the result between the Timberwolves and the Spurs."

In this game, the Kings Stojakovic made 19 of 8 shots, 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 of 4 three-pointers.

克里斯蒂15投中5，16分，三分球5中2，罚球6中4。

毕比18投中5，16分，罚球8中6。

国王队的老大克里斯韦伯也15投6中，15分，罚球6中3。被马龙和李辰的协防防的死死地。

"The shooting percentage of the Kings was the key reason for the loss of this game, and Li Chen played an absolute role in it."

"Haha! The Kings were funny today. My idol just raised his hands and defended so perfunctorily. However, the Kings players couldn't make the shot."

Seeing Buckley gloating about his misfortune, Kenny Smith guessed: "Maybe this is Li Chen's deterrence!" Yes, he only had this far-fetched explanation.

After a while, Kenny Smith continued: "Next, let's take a look at the data of the Clippers."

"First look at our old friend Karl Malone."

He played 30 minutes in this game, made 15 of 10 shots, 26 points, 13 rebounds, and 8 of 6 free throws.

"Tsk, tsk, this data is really enviable! He must have had this data during his peak period!" Barkley praised.

"Yes! Li Chen is such an expressive boy." Kenny Smith said with emotion.

Then he added: "Let's take a look at the data of other Clippers players."

Corey Maggette, Elton Brand, Wang Zhizhi and others all reached double figures.

"Hey, hey! Kenny, can you tell me the data of my idol first." Barkley complained.

Kenny smiled and said, "Hahaha! Good!"

“李辰出场48分钟，25投15中，38分，11助攻，三分球7中5罚球3中3。”

"Oh! God, he has 30+ data in another game."

"Kenny, I bet Chen, he will average 30+ per game in the playoffs this season."

With that said, Barkley urged again: "Kenny, do we want to make a bet?"

"Oh, my old friend Charles, didn't I tell you, I quit gambling." Kenny Smith winked at Barkley and said with a smirk.

Barkley "..."

In the Clippers lounge.

Li Chen also breathed a sigh of relief when he heard team doctor William said that Korver's injury would recover within a week.

Fortunately, Korver will not miss the Western Conference Finals. Although without Korver, the Clippers will not lose the Western Conference Finals, but in that case he will suffer.

At this moment, Li Chen's phone rang, and he saw that it was Avril's.

Seeing this, Li Chen smiled slightly, then walked out of the lounge and came to the corridor. He answered the phone with a smile and said, "Why aren't you asleep yet?"

"Aha!" Avril yawned, "I'm watching your basketball game at home, cheering for you! By the way, my dear, congratulations on reaching the Western Conference Finals again."

"Thank you!" Then he joked with a smile: "I guess you fell asleep after seeing half of it!"

Avril blushed when she heard this, and then she seemed to have thought of something, so she retorted loudly: "Hey, hey, hey! Don't slander me, I'm watching the game very seriously."

Li Chen didn't argue with him, and hurriedly echoed: "Yes, yes, I misunderstood our family's Avril."

"Hmph! You know what's going on." Avril said proudly.

When James saw that the Clippers miraculously defeated the Kings under extremely unfavorable circumstances, he was really surprised.

Is this a superstar?The ability to turn the tide with one's own strength at a critical moment and carry the entire team on his shoulders is really too powerful.

James is yearning for it. When will he reach Li Chen's level?
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On the other hand, the match between the Spurs and the Timberwolves was really head-to-head, and the game was in full swing.

The Timberwolves traded "Madman" Sprewell and "Alien" Kassel in the summer of 03.

These two are considered veterans. Cassell was 34 years old when he came to the Timberwolves, and Sprewell was 33 years old.

However, both of them are still very good at playing, and they are both players who have played in the Finals. Among them, Cassel is already a winner in life with two championship rings. He is full of experience. Coupled with Garnett, fans give this The combined nickname is "Three-Headed Monster".

In addition to these three big guys, the Timberwolves also have stable outside scoring points like Szczerbiak. This 99 rookie from Spain averaged 18.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.1 rebounds per game in the third year of his career. Assist data, and was selected to the All-Star team.

It can be said that the Timberwolves in the 03-04 season were the top Timberwolves, and they were a team that had a chance to compete for the championship.

That's why they were on equal footing with the Spurs who had Duncan at his peak.

In the first game, the Timberwolves established their lead early and eventually won the game with an 8-point advantage.

Game 7 was a victory for the Spurs, who turned the tide in the second half and eventually returned the favor to the Timberwolves by seven points.

Game 9 was a win for the Timberwolves, who held the lead for most of the game and won by nine points.

Game 3 was a victory for the Spurs, who reversed the game at the end of the game and finally won by [-] points.

Game 7 was a win for the Timberwolves, who held the lead for most of the game and eventually won by seven points.

Game 1 was a victory for the Spurs, who won in overtime with a one-point win.

The scores of the six games are as follows.

Game 98: Timberwolves 90 to Spurs [-].

Game 102: Spurs 95 to Timberwolves [-].

Game 96: Timberwolves 87 - Spurs [-].

Game 98: Spurs 95 - Timberwolves [-].

Game 102: Timberwolves 95 - Spurs [-].

Game 100: Spurs 99 - Timberwolves [-] in overtime).

In the first six games, the Timberwolves and Spurs each won three games, taking the series into a crucial tiebreaker.

This game is very important for both sides. Whoever wins this game will advance to the next round and join the Clippers in the Western Conference Finals.

From the very beginning, the tiebreaker was full of suspense and tension.

Both teams played to their full strength and the score remained tight.

In the final moments of the game, the Timberwolves led by two points, and the Spurs held the ball for a final attack.

At the critical moment, Duncan of the Spurs scored in the penalty area to equalize the score, and the game entered the first overtime.

In the first overtime, the two teams still played inextricably.

The score rose alternately, and no one could take the lead.

However, the Spurs failed to attack several times in a row, and the Timberwolves took advantage of this opportunity to open the score by 3 points.

At the last moment of the first overtime, the Spurs were already in the final seconds. At this time, the young Ginobili stepped forward at the critical moment and completed a magical three-pointer, bringing the game into the second overtime. Time match.

In the second overtime, the Spurs' team basketball was on full display.

They showed an indomitable spirit and excellent coordination during the game and maintained their lead.

But the Timberwolves were not to be outdone, and overtook the score in the second half of overtime.

In the end, at the last moment of the second overtime, Duncan of the Spurs scored 2+1 at the last moment to complete the quasi lore.

The time left for the Timberwolves was only 0.8 seconds, and the players and coaches of the Timberwolves were extremely disappointed.

But Garnett did not give up, he resolutely executed the last attack, and finally he killed the Spurs.

The moment he beat the Spurs, Garnett's face was dripping with sweat mixed with tears.

He finally broke through the curse of the first round of the playoffs, he reached the Western Conference finals, and he Kevin Garnett is no worse than anyone.

He released all the grievances of these years. He covered his face, shrugged his shoulders, and cried like a child.

On the other side, Duncan looked at the score of 119 to 118 in a daze. They lost and lost again.

At this time, Popovich patted Duncan on the shoulder and said: "Tim, you are the strongest. Next year, when Parker and Ginobili mature, our Spurs will definitely be able to stand at the top of the league again. "Popovich kept feeding Duncan chicken soup.

Really?Duncan expressed doubts about Popovich's words.

A day later, the final list of the Eastern Conference also came out, they are the Pacers and Pistons.

It is worth mentioning that in order to compete with the Clippers again, the New Jersey Nets fought the Pistons in seven games, but in the end they lost to the experienced Larry Brown.

At the same time, Li Chen was a little surprised when he learned that the Spurs were eliminated by the Timberwolves.

In his mind, the Spurs have the peak Duncan and should be able to beat the Timberwolves.

But looking back, the Timberwolves also have the peak wolf king Garnett!The peak of Garnett's offensive and defensive integration is actually no worse than Duncan.Thinking of this, Li Chen felt relieved.

At this time, he thought that he and Garnett still had some festivals, and this guy worked hard every time he played against the Clippers.

Li Chen was a little speechless. He found that Garnett had some problems with his character. At the beginning, you obviously failed to pretend to be B. What does this have to do with me?Just because I made you lose face?

Although he doesn't understand Garnett's character, he can understand from this point that this guy has the same character as Kobe, and he can be petty. No, he can't keep up with Kobe. Anyway, he doesn't like Garnett now.

On May 5, the Western Conference finals kicked off.

Timberwolves starting lineup:

Cassell (point guard)

Madman Sprewell (shooting guard)

Trenton Hassell (small forward)

Szczerbiak (power forward)
Kevin Garnett (center)

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Clippers starting lineup:
Li Chen (point guard)
Korver (shooting guard)

Corey Maggette (small forward)
Elton Brand (power forward)
Karl Malone (center)
The game started and the players on both sides began to jump the ball.

At the same time, Li Chen’s random S-level skill in this game is a new skill [both offensive and defensive]

[Both offense and defense: When attacking, when facing a player who is stronger than yourself (strength is defined as height and weight), your hit rate will be increased by 15%. When defending, when facing a player who is stronger than yourself, your hit rate will be reduced by 15%. 】

Seeing this skill, Li Chen's eyes lit up. This skill is simply a magical skill for playing insiders!
Immediately after Li Chen finished wearing the skills freely, [Unrestrained], [Assist Master], [Dry Jumper], [Immortal Ball], [Bronze Wall and Iron Wall].

Li Chen had a smirk in his heart, Garnett, I think you have reduced your hits by more than 20%, how can you still integrate offense and defense?
After a while, Garnett successfully jumped the ball and the Timberwolves attacked.

I have to admit that Karl Malone is really old.

Timberwolves point guard Cassell dribbles upfield.

Meanwhile, Madman Sprewell roams around him, and Trenton Hassell waits for his chance on the outside.

Kassel passed the ball to Szczerbiak, who caught it inside and started to attack.

With excellent skill and strength, Szczerbiak successfully broke through the Clippers' defense and dunked the ball into the basket!The Timberwolves lead 2-0.

Immediately afterwards, the Clippers attacked.

Li Chen organized the offense, and he passed the ball to shooting guard Korver.

Korver took a shot from the outside but missed.

Wolf King Garnett grabbed the rebound and passed the ball to Cassel.

The Timberwolves continued their attack, and Cassel deftly passed the ball to Szczerbiak, who again caught the ball inside and leaped high.

Swish!Szczerbiak made a solid mid-range shot!The Timberwolves lead 4-0.

The Clippers began to counterattack, and Li Chen passed the ball to Brand.

Brand caught the ball inside and started the offense.

With great skill and strength, Brand managed to break through the Timberwolves defense and just wanted to dunk the ball into the basket!
But at this moment, Garnett assisted in defense in time and gave Elton Brand a cap, and the basketball was shot off the court.

Clippers fans were a little disappointed that they didn't see Brand succeed in the dunk.

Korver served a sideline ball, and Li Chen quickly succeeded in running back and got rid of Cassel's entanglement.

The moment Li Chen succeeded in counter-running, Wolf King Garnett immediately came out to defend Li Chen.

The corner of Li Chen's mouth curled up, and he really came out to defend.He turned a blind eye to Garnett's defense. He faced Garnett and made a pull-up jumper.

Li Chen's skillful and precise pull-up jump shot has already surpassed McGrady. Li Chen's pull-up jump shot is too stable, which McGrady can't compare to.

Wearing a pure white jersey, he jumped high gracefully, as heroic as Zhao Zilong in the basketball world, which made domestic fans admire him.

Swish!The basketball goes right into the net.

At the same time, the referee's whistle sounded, indicating that Garnett's thug fouled, and Li Chen scored 3+1 in this offense.

At this time, there was a tsunami of cheers in the Staples Center gymnasium.

At the same time, Garnett also took a deep look at Li Chen. He had to admire the Oriental who made him suffer last season.

Li Chen stood calmly in front of the free throw line, staring at the basket.

After a while, he shot the basketball steadily, and the ball passed through the net without any suspense, and the audience burst into deafening cheers.

4 to 4, Li Chen scored 4 points in one attack, allowing the Timberwolves players to see Li Chen's determination to win this game.

At this moment, Li Chen became the most dazzling star on the court.

The first quarter of the game reached a climax just after the start, and the players of the two teams had a fierce confrontation.

After the first quarter, the two teams were tied at 30-30.

After the start of the second quarter, Karl Malone showed off his power. He started a hand-to-hand battle with Garnett under the basket.

During the period, Garnett was shocked to find that Karl Malone was too powerful, which made him feel like seeing the peak Karl Malone back then.

Therefore, after the first half, relying on Li Chen's trick to Malone, the Clippers led the Timberwolves by five points, 59-54.

(End of this chapter)