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Chapter 260: A single-game scoring record of 61 points in the finals? If you say it is broken, it wi

When Wang Chong charged, Artest really didn't dare to defend him.

Not even halfway through the first quarter, he had already committed two fouls. If he fouled again, he would have to leave the field to avoid the attack.

In this moment of hesitation, Wang Chong had already broken through from Artest's right side, rushed straight into the penalty area, and made an emergency jump shot before Gasol stepped forward to cover the defense.

This goal was the first sports goal for both teams, and it seemed to break the balance. The scoring efficiency of both teams began to return to normal. The Bulls relied on stronger outside firepower output and quickly took the initiative on the field with three-pointers. right to establish a score advantage.

The most dazzling among them is naturally Wang Chong.

Under the Lakers' high-intensity defensive interception, Wang Chong scored 14 points in the first quarter, and one person accounted for half of the team's points.

Since the Bulls have Curry as an efficient scoring point, Wang Chong has rarely been at full power at the beginning of the game, which shows how much he attaches importance to this game.

As the game progressed in the second quarter, the Lakers started to feel something was wrong as they were playing hard.

Why is Wang Chong taking charge of the Bulls' main offense again? And he fought quite resolutely.

Artest made a slight mistake and received his third foul of the game, and had to be replaced early to avoid being sent off at a critical moment due to foul trouble when the game was heating up.

Without Artest's restraint, Wang Chong became more and more unstoppable. The second quarter of the game was actually more efficient than the first quarter. He made 9 of 7 shots in a single quarter, 4 of 3 three-pointers, and 2 of 2 free throws. , scored 19 points.

At the end of the first half, Wang Chong's personal data had reached 33 points, and he was about to reach 50+ points again.

But no one knew it at this time. After Wang Chong discovered that he was in very good condition today and had excellent offensive efficiency, he already had the idea of ​​breaking the NBA Finals single-game scoring record.

It's not that Wang Chong is still so obsessed with fame and reputation, even this kind of honor has to be brushed aside.

Mainly because the achievement module itself is a system that provides reward points by completing various records and achievements.

The personal scoring record in a single game in the finals is still a level with a relatively high reward bonus in the achievement module. After all, the 61 points scored by Elgin Baylor in a single game in the finals was quite an exaggeration. Even Jordan could not achieve it. Beyond.

But now, Wang Chong, who has scored 33 points in the first half, as long as he continues to maintain this offensive state in the second half, it is not impossible to score more than 61 points.

But in this way, Wang Chong has to bear some risks. Once his hand cools down and his efficiency decreases in the second half of the game, blindly taking shots in order to break the scoring record may ruin a good game.

At the end of the second half, the Bulls have led the Lakers by 11 points, and the situation is excellent. If the opponent reverses the lead in the second half under such circumstances, it will be a huge blow to the team's morale.

And this is still a very crucial battle at Tianwang Mountain, which directly determines the outcome of the finals.

At halftime, Wang Chong returned to the locker room and was still struggling.

However, after some hesitation, Wang Chong decided to take the risk.

There are not many opportunities to break the single-game record in the finals. The opportunity is rare now, and it would be a pity not to try.

Wang Chong still has a certain degree of confidence in his own touch and ability.

Moreover, even if the Bulls really lost the battle at Tianwang Mountain, the score would only be 2:3.

The Bulls have claimed that if the Finals have a chance to reach Game 7, Garnett will come back in the tiebreaker.

But in fact, Garnett's current recovery level is already very good. He played in the tiebreaker just to be on the safe side, and he was worried that he would add more injuries to his injuries before he had healed.

But if the Bulls really lose Tianwangshan and the score reaches 2:3, Garnett will definitely come back early. After all, the difference between the two games is only 3 days.

Even if Garnett has to take some risks for this, he and the entire team are willing to do so. After all, this is a crucial finals for the three consecutive championship dynasties. Who doesn't want to add such a rich and colorful event to his career resume? What about a sum? Especially a superstar-level star like Garnett.

Even though Wang Chong was the absolute core of the team when the Bulls won three consecutive championships, Garnett's contribution as the defensive core is obvious to all. No matter what, he can also be assigned credit similar to Pippen and Kobe's during the three consecutive championship dynasties. Honor it.

Therefore, both Wang Chong and Niu Niu have a way out, but no one is willing to go to the point of no retreat. It is naturally the best to be the first to win the battle of Tianwang Mountain and gain the upper hand.

Wang Chong's heart about Xiao Jiujiu was not revealed to anyone, and there was absolutely no need for it.

On the field, as long as he takes the initiative to ask for the ball, there is no way anyone on the Bulls team will not pass the ball to him. Everything will be fine until he sees the real results on the field.
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Soon, the third quarter began.

Wang Chong continues to appear.

In the first half of the game, Wang Chong played almost the entire game. He only came down to rest for a few dozen seconds at the end of the second quarter. Fortunately, he has now strengthened his physical ability value to 99 full value, and also has A few fatigue badges will reduce physical energy consumption. Otherwise, if he is still at Durant's physical level, he will not be able to maintain his previous offensive firepower in the second half.

The abundant physical reserves also make Wang Chong more confident to hit the single-game scoring record in the finals.

Ever since, the Lakers were surprised to find that Wang Chong had just started the third quarter and started again.

The Lakers have been crushed by Wang Chong. Brother, aren't you tired?

Artest, who was substituted due to foul trouble in the second quarter, returned to the game and continued to guard Wang Chong. However, at this time, Artest had to admit that he really couldn't guard Wang Chong. .

Only three rounds after the two met again, Artest received another foul whistle and received his fourth foul of the game.

Artest was already very careful, but there was nothing he could do. Wang Chong's height and wingspan meant that once his shooting movements were formed, Artest would not be able to defend at all. If he wanted to restrict Wang Chong, he could only block him in advance. , the probability of being fouled naturally increases significantly.

Nicknamed The Beast and with a fiery temper, Artest was rarely defeated. Once upon a time, he could break Jordan's ribs with an elbow and exchange passionate words with Kobe on the court. But against Wang Chong, that kind of The punch felt like it was hitting cotton, which was really uncomfortable for him.

The most profound impression of Durant for most fans must be his accurate mid-range shots and stand-up shots. However, only those who have carefully understood Durant know that Durant's ability to draw fouls is also quite outstanding.

As a player whose main offensive method is shooting, Durant averaged 7.5 free throws per game in his career, was able to hit 6.7 goals, and made 88% of his free throws.

The most obvious comparison is James, who mainly drives to the basket. He averaged 7.7 free throws per game in his career and made 5.6 goals. His 73% free throw shooting rate is much lower than Durant. The two players have completely different playing styles, but the number of free throw attempts is at the same level. James, who obviously holds the ball to break through and attack the basket, should take more free throws than Durant.

This is the power of Durant's scoring. Just like when Artest faced Wang Chong, in order to limit Durant's scoring and not give him the opportunity to shoot in his comfort zone, he used larger defensive actions and body movements. Confrontation is essential, and the possibility of being whistled will naturally increase.

But at this time, even with four fouls, the Lakers can only bite the bullet and let Artest continue to guard Wang Chong. Even if they can't guard him, Artest is the most likely to affect Wang Chong's shooting percentage. The defender has chosen someone, but if he is not to be guarded, who should be guarding him? Odom? Or Gasol?

Gasol's body shape is close to that of Wang Chong, but his mobility is not at the same level. As long as Wang Chong attacks from the outside, he can pass the opponent in various tricks and rush into the penalty area to score.

As for Odom, let's not mention his defensive ability.

In fact, Odom's physical talent is top-notch, and his defense should not be too weak.

But the problem is that Odom's professionalism is beyond praise, and his wandering off the court has long become synonymous with him.

Magic Johnson once commented that if Odom can concentrate 5%, he can become a super giant. This is undoubtedly the greatest praise for Odom's talent, but it is also the harshest criticism.

Wang Chong, who couldn't even guard Artest, wouldn't dare let Odom guard him even if he killed Phil Jackson.

In the third quarter of the game, under the shocked gaze of the Bulls home fans, Wang Chong scored another 12 points in a single quarter. After three quarters, his personal score had reached 46 points, only 50 points away from 4 points.

At this time, the live broadcast commentators of the game had already reacted.

"Wang Chong's state today is really hot and unstoppable! If he can maintain this state in the last quarter of the game, he might have a chance to break the NBA Finals single-game record held by Lakers legend Elgin Baylor. Score - a scoring record of 61 points!”

"In the fourth quarter, as long as Wang Chong scores 15 points, he can tie Elgin Baylor's single-game scoring record of 61 points in the Finals. If he can exceed 15 points, he can exclusively own this record."

"What's interesting is that Wang Chong performed like this in a game against the Lakers. Elgin Baylor himself is a legend of the Lakers. If Wang Chong really broke the record in this game and led his team to defeat the Lakers, If we win the battle at Tianwang Mountain, it will definitely be a losing game for the Lakers!”

The Lakers certainly know this.

Phil Jackson is keenly aware that this may be an opportunity for the Lakers to reverse the lead!
Wang Chong, who has already scored 46 points, is very likely to try to hit the historical record. They can take advantage of this and double-team Wang Chong in the fourth quarter, which greatly weakens his shooting percentage and provides a good opportunity for the Lakers. Get a chance to win.

In Phil Jackson's view, the so-called historical records are all empty clouds, and the championship means everything.

But he feels that players of Wang Chong's age should attach great importance to the rare opportunity to break the record.

Phil Jackson really guessed it right, but Wang Chong was not doing it because of fame or honor, but simply because the system gave him too much.

As soon as the game started in the fourth quarter, the Lakers immediately arranged a double-team package for Wang Chong.

Artest mainly defended Wang Chong, and Odom assisted from the side. The two of them worked in tandem and almost surrounded Wang Chong.

This arrangement of the Lakers is also a gamble. In order to break the record, Wang Chong will attack even when facing double teams.

Otherwise, double-teaming will mean that there will be gaps in the Lakers' defense in other positions.

They did make the right bet.

Although he was double-teamed by two people, Wang Chong still made a lot of off-the-ball movements and reverse runs in an attempt to catch the ball and attack.

But Artest and Odom's defense was very good during this period. They followed Wang Chong's pace throughout the game and did not give any chance.

Soon the 24-second attack time was about to expire. Curry launched the attack on the Bulls' side. He rushed into the penalty area with the ball and missed a layup. The Lakers counterattacked and scored the ball, recovering 2 points.

In the next round, Wang Chong finally received the pass from the outside with the help of his teammates' pick-and-roll. But the next moment, Artest and Odom followed closely. In order to avoid being double-teamed by the opponent, Wang Chong chose to shoot hastily from outside the three-point line, but the shot missed the frame.

Gasol protected the defensive rebound and passed the ball to Kidd, who then made a precise long-distance pass to Kobe who had already run into the frontcourt.

Facing Billups, Kobe accelerated the ball and broke through to the basket, pulling up the lever for a layup!

In the first two rounds of the fourth quarter, the Lakers relied on double teams to chase four points in a row, narrowing the point difference from double digits to single digits.

The situation suddenly changed, and the Bulls home fans couldn't help but become nervous.

Everyone can see that the Lakers are obviously taking advantage of Wang Chong's record-breaking mentality to attack and defend Wang Chong. If Wang Chong continues to be obsessed with breaking the scoring record in the finals, it is very likely that the victory of this game will be ruined, and the gain will not be worth the loss.

"What is Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau doing? At this time, he should call a timeout immediately, appease Wang Chong, and readjust the team's offensive tactics to stabilize the score! The point difference has been narrowed to within single digits, and he is really going to be overtaken. It’s just a matter of a few rounds!”

On the Bulls bench, Thibodeau actually wanted to call a timeout.

But as soon as he stood up, Wang Chong on the court waved his hand towards him, meaning that there was no need to call a timeout.

Thibodeau hesitated for a moment, but then sat down again out of trust in Wang Chong.

On the field, Wang Chong narrowed his eyes slightly.

"Do you think you have a chance to win if you do this?"

With a sneer in his heart, Wang Chong made a gesture to Curry who was dribbling the ball halfway across the court.

Curry looked slightly startled when he saw this.

"Are you going to use that tactic?"

Thinking of Wang Chong's special request for extra practice before the playoffs started, Curry's eyes flashed. He immediately dribbled the ball across half court and made a tactical gesture to the players. (End of chapter)

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