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Chapter 406 The First Battle in the West

"Hornets VS Lakers!"

"Did the Hornets succeed in getting revenge on the Hornets, or did the Lakers crush the Hornets again and pull out their stinger? Let's wait and see."

"On the 5th and the 24th, the soul-stirring duel will finally be staged again. For the fans, it is definitely a visual and psychological feast."

"This is a duel between the kings! The two strongest shooting guards in the league, they will contribute the most wonderful visual feast to everyone in the game."

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A year ago, what many fans expected in the entire league was the match between No. 23 James and No. 24 Kobe.

But now, what people are most looking forward to is the duel between No. 24 Kobe and No. 5 Zhong Yu.

No. 24 Kobe, looks rare and handsome among blacks, his game skills are also gorgeous, very handsome, and his scoring ability is particularly strong. His team is the Lakers, the strongest in league history.

No. 5 Zhong Yu, with a handsome appearance and a huge China behind him, can be as elegant as a fleeting image, or as heavy as a long knife cutting a mountain. Although he is a second-year student, he has already scored 37 points per game on average!
Moreover, they are all 198CM, and they are both the most amazing shooting guards in the post-Jordan era!
Moreover, last season, they had seven hearty battles, and they forged a beam.

The league is now promoting this epic matchup between No. 5 and No. 24, and various big screens are constantly playing highlights of Zhong Yu and Kobe Bryant.

They also made a special "Hornets VS Lakers" trailer.

The closer this match is, the more anxious people are, eager to know the result.

Many fans who are looking forward to this matchup can't even wait!

The collision between the Hornets and the Lakers is indeed what many fans are looking forward to.

Not only do I want to see the confrontation between Zhong Yu and Kobe, but I also want to see the confrontation between the Hornets and the Lakers.The Hornets have outstanding offensive ability this season, play the ball very well, and look very good.

The viewing quality of the Lakers is not too bad, and of course it can attract many people to watch.

The league is now rendering the Hornets-Lakers series into an epic matchup, as if it is the most exciting one since the NBA began.

Such a rendering is not excessive.

The NBA is a business league.

However, this puts a lot of pressure on the players.

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In the training before meeting the Lakers, Scott did not let everyone leave immediately after the training, but said: "Guys! The importance of this game, needless to say, the Lakers are I don't need to say more about what kind of opponent it is! But I still want to share with you the data I just got."

"The first game between the Hornets and the Lakers, so far, has been broadcast live on ESPN across the United States, three local TV stations in New Orleans, four local TV stations in Los Angeles, and a total of 3 other TV stations and online programs in the United States. .A total of 4 TV stations around the world broadcast the game live..."

"According to rough estimates and statistics, this game will be watched by around 6 million fans around the world!"

Hearing this number, many people were deeply shocked——

In other words, more than 6 million fans will watch their first game against the Lakers... This number is really amazing.

A sense of solemnity and passion that is about to be watched by so many people burst out from the depths of his heart with a whoosh.

Several players even deliberately straightened their bodies.

Scott was also very satisfied when he saw this effect, and he said at the moment: "In this way, I think you will work hard to prove yourself in front of so many people in the world! The Lakers are not an invincible team, especially It is for the Hornets. We will work hard in the future, and we will be able to avenge last season!"

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The players all left with some excitement, presumably everyone will try their best in tomorrow's game.

Zhong Yu was left behind by Scott, standing in the corridor outside, with the dim sunlight shining on the two of them.Scott said: "Zhong Yu, do you know the current offensive and defensive tactics?"

"understood."

"Then why should I arrange this, you know?"

Zhong Yu nodded, with a slight smile on the corner of his mouth: "Most of them know."

"Well." Scott nodded: "One of the key points of my tactical concept is the duel between you and Kobe. On the defensive end, guard him. Of course, on the defensive end, we can temporarily lose a position to defend Kobe, then, on the offensive end, you must do your best to suppress Kobe.”

"Yeah." Zhong Yu nodded: "I know, but, if this goes on, I don't know how many people will say that Kobe and I are not mature enough..."

Indeed, according to this tactical concept, it is very easy to form a situation where Zhong Yu and Kobe are fighting each other.

Zhong Yu and Kobe competed against each other, which of course caused dissatisfaction among some fans. They would think that the two of them were just like hot-blooded youths who had just entered the league and only knew how to compete against each other.

Scott smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "It's okay, I'm waiting for you to surprise us!"

Zhong Yu chuckled, and said, "I'll try my best!"

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Before the game, Zhong Yu kindly invited Kobe and other Lakers players whom he still knew to have a meal.

And it also includes Sun Yue!
Sun Yue is still in the Lakers this year. Although he has been reduced to a drinking fountain watcher, he is still in the Lakers' rotation after all.

Seeing Zhong Yu, Sun Yue couldn't help but sigh.

When he first entered the league, Zhong Yu was the least favored among several people. Sun Yue and Yi Jianlian were both well-known by him.

Unexpectedly, two years later, Zhong Yu has become the best scorer in the league, and he is even constantly charging towards his boss Kobe's No.1 position in the league.

However, Yi Jianlian was injured, and his performance was not very good, while Sun Yue himself had been reduced to a water fountain watchman, and his fate was lost in the deep pool of the NBA.

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"Let's work hard together..." After all, Zhong Yu and Sun Yue are old teammates and old friends, so he said bluntly: "I know that your situation is not very good now, but there is always hope if you persevere. At that time, I You can only climb up step by step.”

Sun Yue smiled wryly and nodded: "I will work hard... You should work hard too."

With Kobe, Zhong Yu didn't talk too much, and Kobe didn't know him very well.

What's more, both of them knew that the other party would become their fiercest enemy in the next series, so they didn't want to reveal flaws in their words.

The last two also bid farewell politely. No matter what, they will not give in to their opponents in the next game!

This high-profile game finally officially took place at New Orleans' home stadium, the New Orleans Arena!
Before the game started, the lights began to shine down, and the players from both sides had already stepped out and stood in the middle of the field.After the warm-up, Zhong Yu was interviewed by the reporter.

This interview was carried out on a large screen, and the sound was transmitted from all directions throughout the arena.

Everyone was holding their breath listening to Zhong Yu's words.

The reporter asked him: "For the next game, are you confident to win?"

"Of course I have confidence!" Zhong Yu said, "With the support of so many fans, if I say I don't have confidence, I will be beaten to death by them."

There was a burst of good-natured laughter in the arena, and then Zhong Yu said: "As for the topic of confidence, I can only say that no matter what team the opponent is, what glorious history they have, and how strong their record is this season... It will not make me lose confidence, and it will not make me lose confidence in my teammates! We are a tenacious team. We have gone through a lot this season to stand on this stage again. We must be worthy of the hard work and sweat we have put in. , and even blood. Thanks to all the fans for their support, we will do our best to play this game well!"

After saying this, there was a loud applause from the entire arena.

Some sentimental Hornets fans, as well as Zhong Yu's female fans, have begun to wipe their tears.

Yes, the Hornets were able to stand on this court again, and they paid a lot.

And the fans, share weal and woe with the Hornets.

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There are more than 2 Hornets fans at the scene.

Before the game, they were shouting the name of New Orleans, the team name of the Hornets, and the names of some important figures in the Hornets—such as Zhong Yu, Paul, West...

The home atmosphere is very strong!

After that, the game officially begins!
Players from the two teams stood opposite each other. Zhong Yu, who had played against Kobe many times, stood in front of Kobe again.

Then, the whistle sounded and the jump ball began!
Chandler and Gasol jumped up at the same time. In the sky, Gasol's long arm took the lead to shoot the basketball to Kobe, and Kobe passed it to Fisher. The Lakers quickly pressed to the Hornets' half court .

Fans stood their bodies patiently, waiting for the result of the first ball.

Fisher passed the ball to Kobe again, and Zhong Yu defended Kobe, opening his right hand and raising his left hand. This defense can take into account Kobe's jump shot and breakthrough.

At this moment, Kobe suddenly made a fake jump shot, then put away the basketball and took a step inside, then withdrew again, and made a jump shot!
Zhong Yu also grasped his ball routine and followed Kobe. When he made a jumper, Zhong Yu's right hand chased him high and almost covered Kobe.

But he's still almost...

Kobe's jumper still hit the basket.

Zhong Yu has defended well, but Kobe still made the shot. It seems that his touch today is very good.

It is conceivable that this will be a soul-stirring battle.

(End of this chapter)