Showdown, I'm the God of Basketball

Chapter 528 The Bucks Are Not So Easy To Deal With
Sure enough, after a 2:2 tie with the Raptors, the Nets suddenly double-teamed Bosh.

Dragon King Bosh made 6 turnovers in a single quarter, and the Raptors fell behind by more than 10 points in the first quarter, and his shooting percentage and scoring efficiency also plummeted.

The Raptors lost two games in a row, and the Nets advanced 4:2.

In the post-match interview, the Nets, who were still immersed in joy, also received a group of reporters.

"I'm about to face the Cavaliers in the semifinals. How do you feel now?"

Uncle Carter didn't hold his breath, and said slightly angrily, "What's the matter? You mean to say that the Cavaliers are very strong, and our Nets are not their opponents at all, are you?"

The reporter nodded awkwardly.

Although it is a bit embarrassing for the Nets, I have to admit that this is the reality.

Kidd stopped the impulsive Carter and said: "The Cavaliers are indeed very strong, but we are so desperate to beat the Raptors, just want to meet them in the semifinals.

I also promised someone that even if I lose, I will make the Cavaliers pay the bloody price on the court! "

Kidd spoke this passage with a lot of backbone, but no one wanted to believe them.

At this point, the first round of the Eastern Conference is all over, and the remaining semi-final matchups have also become Cavaliers vs. Nets, Celtics V Bucks.

The Big Three of the Cavaliers played against the Trident of the Nets. Everyone was ready to see the jokes of the Nets and how the Cavaliers easily defeated the Nets.

The matchup between the Celtics and the Bucks was extremely controversial. Fans, commentators and historical players who supported different teams were divided into two camps.

Chinese fans launched a support campaign to defend the Bucks on the Internet, and all fans will wear Bucks jerseys at their jobs on the day of the game.

There are also extremely many fans belonging to Zhao Hao all over the world. After hearing about the activities initiated by Chinese fans, they also rushed to participate.

"I have a hunch that by the time the Celtics and Bucks play Game [-], the world will be a sea of ​​green."

Kenny Smith, like those fans who like Zhao Hao, has already been convinced by his various performances in the past, so in terms of fan support, the Bucks must be ahead of the Celtics by a century.

"But it's true that the Celtics are the stronger side, and their place in the record standings speaks for itself.

Especially the Celtics' substitute, I don't know how much stronger than the Bucks! "

The groom Albert said with a long sigh.

Regarding the rubbish of the Bucks' bench players, there have been discussions as early as the beginning of the season, but the Bucks' management is young after all, and did not immediately make changes on this issue.

During the period, they had scandals with JR Smith, Korver and other players, but they were cut off by the Cavaliers in advance.

"So I agree with you, groom.

In the Eastern Conference semifinals, there is a high probability that the Celtics will advance. " Kenny Smith said affirmatively.

The latter also nodded in agreement, and echoed, "But I still believe in the strength of Zhao Hao and Yao Ming. Both of them are in the first team of the league this season. Zhao Hao is also the double winner of scoring champion and MVP.

So, 4:1!

I believe the Bucks can steal a victory from the Celtics by relying on the strong performance of the two. "

Barkley Show Live Room.

Reggie Miller sees it differently.

"The Celtics are indeed the stronger team, but Zhao Hao has not revealed his full strength until now, so the conclusion of the outcome cannot be drawn so early."

Barkley asked in accordance with his usual urine curiosity: "Then what is your pre-match prediction?"

Reggie Miller thought about it, and finally sighed and said: "The strength of the Bucks is too difficult to judge. There are scoring champion and MVP double winner Zhao Hao, and the league's number one center Yao Ming. It stands to reason that their book strength Not bad.

But who would have thought that in a team with two people, other players would be so slow! "

Seeing that Barkley was still waiting for the next article, Reggie Miller gritted his teeth and continued: "4:2!

After all, the Celtics are the one that looks stronger, and they still have the Big Three! "

Barkley smiled and said: "But I predict that the Bucks will win the Celtics 4:0."

Reggie Miller: ? ? ?Xiuer!Is it you!
All the Bucks fans who watched the Barkley show couldn't help crying.

"That big mouth Barkley actually predicted that my Bucks would win the game 4:0, so it seems that the Bucks will definitely not be able to advance 4:0."

The next day, the first round of the Western Conference was also over.

The Spurs defeated the Jazz 4:1, and O'Neal continued to be DNP. This can't help but make people wonder, could it be that O'Neal was injured?
The Hornets lost to the Mavericks 3:4, and Paul's first playoff trip ended in the first round. Sure enough, the Mavericks led by Nowitzki are still the strongest one.

The Nuggets also played a tiebreaker with the Suns. Nash and Stoudemire both scored 20+ data, but they were overshadowed by the Nuggets.

Anthony had 26 points, 8 rebounds, 2 blocks and 1 steal in the tiebreaker. This was also the most defensive season of Melon's entire career.

Iverson staged a one-on-one invincibility, blowing up the entire defense of the Suns alone, with 30 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists.

So the dust settled in the Western Conference semifinals, the Lakers VS Nuggets, the Spurs VS Mavericks.

"The rematch between Iverson and Kobe in the 96 golden generation, the classic battle between the bulls and horses in NBA history, this is probably the best Western Conference semifinal."

Pippen still likes to watch the playoffs in the West, but Jordan still has his eyes on the East.

"Michael, why do you always like to watch the playoffs in the East, isn't he good in the West?"

Jordan lit a cigar and said with a smile: "I really want to see if the Nets and the Bucks can put pressure on these two Big Three teams."

Milwaukee.

Fans across the city were in a sea of ​​joy, people took to the streets in droves and green jerseys appeared in the streets.

Just the fact that the team broke through the first round, Bucks fans are so excited, which is not common among NBA teams.

"The semifinals in the Eastern Conference have not yet started, and the fans' arguments have intensified. Those commentators have also joined in, but they are generally not optimistic about us."

Cole said helplessly.

The Celtics are indeed the stronger team, and more importantly, the Bucks have already lost to them in the regular season.

Cole is worried but powerless. His tactics have always valued the player's three-point ability, so that he can play perfect off-ball cuts and pick-and-roll cooperation.

But unfortunately, although the Bucks are the team with the first three-point shooting percentage and number of hits this season, the players have different abilities.

Generally speaking, Zhao Hao is the most threatening. He is also the core of the team's outside offense, and he is also the player least likely to be released by the opponent.

Followed by Ramon Sessions and Yi Jianlian, their three-pointers are powerful.

Charlie Bell and Charlie Villanueva are slightly lower, but they can also have a stable three-pointer output.

In addition, other people's three-pointers are not enough or fail.

"Roy Ivey made a good three-point shooting rate in the last round, but the sample is too small, and this is the stage of the Eastern Conference semifinals, so the pressure is huge.

Whether he can continue to maintain such a three-point shooting rate is still a big question. " Cole continued.

Alice looked at the enthusiastic fans outside the arena. The smiles on their faces from the heart and the air they let out when they laughed with their mouths open made the entire Milwaukee look extremely warm.

"This city has always needed heroes, and it wasn't until the appearance of Zhao Hao that everyone saw hope.

This season is really a bit too hasty for us. This is also the first time we have a championship-level lineup, so it is inevitable that we will be in a hurry.

This is management's problem!

I mean if... If we lose to the Celtics in the semifinals, you don't have to blame Coach Kerr, I'm very happy with your work this season.

As for Zhao Hao and Yao Ming, I will go and say that next year we can also come back with all our strength.

As for the luxury tax for off-season reinforcements, it doesn't matter how much it is. Alice said with a smile.

She is ready to accept all the consequences that follow.

Cole's heart warmed up, and then he smiled helplessly as if thinking of something.

"But boss, I'm afraid this situation is no longer what you say."

Alice frowned slightly curiously, and asked, "Why?"

Cole said: "Because the entire Bucks team is fighting for the championship this season!

That idiot Ruffin has even summoned the substitutes during training to discuss how to kill the Celtics in the semifinals! "

5 month 4 day.

The Eastern Conference semifinals finally started.

Game [-], Bucks VS Celtics.

At the pre-match press conference, Doug Rivers said confidently: "We are not afraid of the Bucks, and we have found a way to limit Yao Ming.

Just watch, the Celtics will end the fight in no time. "

Paul Pierce came out wearing big sunglasses and proudly said: "I will let Zhao Hao know who is the real one-on-one invincible!
I let him steal the limelight before, it was only because I haven't made the playoffs yet, and now it's time for me to conquer the fans all over the world. "

The reporters who were interviewing the Celtics didn't know that because someone yelled that Zhao Hao had come to the arena, everyone rushed over.

Doug Rivers and Paul Pierce looked at the empty press room in front of them, they glanced at each other, and it took a long time before they said a word.

"What a stinky guy."

The reporters surrounded Zhao Hao and relayed what Doug Rivers and Paul Pierce said just now.

Everyone took out their notebooks and waited quietly for Zhao Hao's speech. After all, this guy is famous for being a talkative guy, and maybe there will be a headline today.

Zhao Hao was amused by the scene, he looked at everyone's expectant eyes and replied jokingly.

"Bucks Championship!"

Reporters: "What!!!"

"In a live interview with the Boston Miners, Bucks star Zhao Hao threatened that the NBA is invincible. What about the Celtics and Cavaliers? Everyone present is trash!"

"Zhao Hao came to the North Shore Garden Arena and found that Yao Ming even bowed his head in the away locker room!

In his rage, [-] Milwaukee troops attacked, leaving no Celtics anywhere.”

"Finally, to reiterate, the Bucks champion!"

On the court, Kenny Smith was still chatting with the groom about the interesting incident in the locker room just now.

Although everyone knows that the reports of these reporters are somewhat exaggerated, but why are the reports so exaggerated every time they only interview you, Zhao Hao?

"This is Zhao Hao's problem. Give these reporters room to play!"

At this time, the game on the field has begun.

The big screen at the scene showed the starting lineups of the two teams.

Bucks: Ramon Sessions, Zhao Hao, Desmond Mason, Charlie Villanueva and Yao Ming.

Celtics: point guard Rajon Rondo, shooting guard Ray Allen, small forward Pierce, power forward Lewis and center Perkins.

Seeing the starting lineup of the Celtics, Kenny Smith couldn't help but secretly said, it's perfect!
Rajon Rondo averaged 10 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals per game this season. He has the feeling of Kidd playing on the court. If he is allowed to grow for a few more years, his future is immeasurable.

Instead, Ray Allen worked hard in the second half of this season and became the current scoring leader of the Celtics, averaging 21 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists per game.

How good Junzilei is has already been recognized by most fans and commentators.

Pierce averaged 21 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists per game. He is excellent both offensively and defensively. He has repeatedly attacked the Celtics at critical moments.

Lewis averaged 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists per game, and became the Celtics' most accurate outside line with 41% of his three-pointers.

Coupled with the league's top blue-collar Perkins who averaged 7 points, 8 rebounds, 1 steal and 1 block per game, the Celtics are almost a perfect lineup with both offense and defense. It's no wonder they can achieve such excellent results this season.

"Even worse, the Celtics had aliens Sam Cassell, James Posey and Tony Allen on the bench.

Those three alone are enough starters for a team. "

Game start!
Midfield jump ball.

With a height of 226cm, Yao Ming overwhelmed the chubby Perkins with a height of 208cm, and won the first wave of possession.

"Perkins is not tall enough, and he can't bounce well. As early as the last round of the series, the Magic had already put the Celtics at risk.

The 211cm Howard was crushed by Yao Mingxing!
So the Celtics don't have the huge advantage that the outside world seems to have. "

Ramon Sessions pushed forward with the ball, and after watching Yao Ming take a good position inside, he passed it in decisively.

Yao Ming hit Perkins with his back.

"No! What defensive formation does the Celtics use!"

The moment Yao Ming got the ball in the low post, five players from the Celtics surrounded and rushed to grab the basketball, trying to force Yao Ming to make a mistake.

"This trick was used by the Magic, but it didn't work!"

Yao Ming relied on his height to steadily pass the ball beyond the three-point line.

Originally, the Celtics wanted to block Yao Ming's passing route, but they didn't expect that his height was too exaggerated, and the passing point was extremely high, so it was impossible to block the pass.

Desmond Mason received the ball from the three-point line, and Paul Pierce bounced out instantly.

"This defensive focus is really good!"

Desmond Mason, who was about to try to shoot a three-pointer, was also frightened by the speed of the opponent's return to defense, so he quickly returned the ball to Zhao Hao's hands to reorganize.

But the time on the court was delayed a lot!
"This is a 2-3 zone defense!"

Zhao Hao said with a long sigh of relief.

Although the Celtics adopted the same strategy of double-teaming Yao Ming as the Magic, it is obvious that the former's defensive arrangement is better, or the defensive players are stronger.

Whether it's Paul Pierce or Rajon Rondo, who has been secretly ambushing in the bottom corner, neither of the defenses of the Magic's perimeter players can compare.

Seeing Zhao Hao glance at him, Rajon Rondo was also slightly shocked.

"I was planning to defend against stealing Yao's name, but Zhao Hao saw through it so easily?

This basketball IQ can be compared with mine. "

Zhao Hao held the ball and gestured to pull away. At this time, Ray Allen was defending him.

"So far in the playoffs, Zhao Hao hasn't played many singles rounds with the ball, so whether he still has the crazy singles performance of last season is still unknown."

Rivers shook his head and signaled Rajon Rondo, who was about to double-team Zhao Hao, to wait.

He is also not sure whether Zhao Hao still has the singles ability to block and kill gods and Buddhas like last season.

"If the Bucks only had Ming Yao open, then the Celtics could almost win this series without losing anything.

But if Zhao Hao can still open it, then the Celtics may have to pay some price if they want to win.

However, even if both of them have no solution on the court, our Celtics will definitely win the final victory! "

Zhao Hao singled out Ray Allen.

Jun Zilei's defensive awareness is not bad, but he is limited by his body, so like Iverson, he has defensive awareness but can't guard against others.

Zhao Hao continued to worship Buddha under his crotch on the outside, but Lei Allen didn't take it seriously. This is not easy.

It's just that Zhao Hao suddenly accelerated and Lei Allen couldn't keep up.

"This step is very fast!" Jordan, who was also watching the game, couldn't help but clenched his fists and said.

Zhao Hao's first step speed is almost at the same level as McGrady, but in terms of dribbling rhythm and breakthrough ability, Zhao Hao is better than McGrady.

In other words, Zhao Hao is even more difficult to guard against.

"It's impossible for Ray Allen to guard him, and I'm afraid I can only restrict him." Pippen added to the topic.

on the field.

After Zhao Hao broke through the penalty area, the entire Celtics team panicked.

Everyone shrunk inside, as if preparing to intercept Zhao Hao's ball.

This is the defensive discipline of the Celtics!
Zhao Hao didn't dare to be careless, and took off from the free throw line in one step. He was going to make a shooting action in advance before the defensive double-team formed!

Snapped!
The chubby Perkins had no fear, and flew into the air to block Zhao Hao's chest with both hands, blocking him out of the basketball hoop.

Duang!

It's hard.

The referee blows the whistle.

Zhao Hao fell to the ground at the same time.

"The Celtics are not an inexperienced Magic team. It is impossible for them to give Zhao Hao such an easy chance to score. As long as you get inside, you will definitely face endless physical confrontation."

Kenny Smith exclaimed.

As far as the Celtics' defense tonight is concerned, it is not even weaker than the Pistons' iron-barrel formation back then.

It's just that such a picture made the Bucks' bench dissatisfied.

Ruffin rolled up his sleeves and was ready to go to the court. Yi Jianlian also stared at the chubby Perkins with a fierce look on his face.

"You did it on purpose!"

"Defending in this way can easily cause players to be injured, don't you know that!"

The sideline referee picked up his whistle and gave the Bucks bench a warning look.

Cole quickly put everyone on the bench. If Yi Jianlian was whistled for interfering with the game, it would be the worst result for the team.

Cole reminded: "This is a normal foul action! This is the intensity that the playoffs should have!

The Celtics play tough, so you guys have to play tougher too. "

Zhao Hao stood up under the pull of Yao Ming and Wumei Daxia, then looked at Perkins and smiled.

This is indeed a good defense!

Neither let him score 2+1, nor did he go at people, and the ordinary foul was called only because he made an offensive move in advance.

The Celtics are indeed strong!

Swish, two free throws made!

The game continues.

Ray Allen slipped to the bottom line, and Perkins' waist pick-and-roll secretly gave Zhao Hao a hard elbow.

Zhao Hao: "Come again?"

Yao Ming changed his defense against Lei Allen and had to go out.

Swish!
Gentleman Lei resisted Yao Ming's defense and made a steady three-pointer!

Reggie Miller nodded appreciatively.

"Ray Allen is worthy of being a historical-level shooter. His off-ball movement seems to be carefully calculated. It may be difficult for the Bucks to defend.

And the Celtics also seemed to recognize that Yao Ming couldn't switch to the outside line, so they watched him play! "

Zhao Hao was severely beaten by Perkins' elbow and stared at him.

The latter, like a mentally retarded person, pretended nothing happened and left.

The eyebrowless hero Villanueva, who was about to come to pick up the ball, saw Zhao Hao showing such a fierce look for the first time, he couldn't help but panic, and hurriedly reminded him.

"Boss, don't be impulsive!
If you fall for Perkins' provocation, then we have suffered a lot. "

Zhao Hao took a long breath, he naturally understood this truth.

He is no longer the bench player who could ride the hammer Rasheed and not care about the consequences.

"But I still can't stand it."

In the last round of the series, because the strength of the Magic team was too low, Zhao Hao hardly exerted himself.

Originally, he planned to watch this game while playing. It would be great if his teammates could solve the opponent.

"But now it seems that Perkins and the Celtics have forgotten what a player I am!"

The Bucks attack.

Yao Ming glanced at Zhao Hao in the paint, and the two of them understood and immediately performed a pick-and-roll in the high position.

"The Celtics switched!"

Because of this defensive strategy, Reggie Miller looked at Rivers, who was on the Celtics' bench, and gave him a high look.

Zhao Hao averaged 4 three-pointers per game this season, making a total of 302 three-pointers, breaking the record for the number of three-pointers made in a single season in NBA history.

At the same time, he also became the only player in history to make more than 300 three-pointers in a single season.

The speed and accuracy of Zhao Hao's three-pointers have already convinced Reggie Miller.

Therefore, if Zhao Hao is playing a pick-and-roll from outside the three-point line, the opponent will either squeeze through immediately, or make a substitution immediately, otherwise a short shot space may be exchanged for Zhao Hao's three-pointer.

But Yao Ming's pick-and-roll you want to squeeze through?I'm afraid it's just a dream, so the only way is to change people.

"Although the Celtics are full of confidence on the surface, they have done a lot of homework on Zhao Hao and the Bucks in private.

They will never be such a simple opponent for the Magic! "

It's just that after the pick-and-roll substitution, Zhao Hao's defender on the perimeter became the tall and fat Perkins.

"The two are in such a match, I'm afraid they will be kicked out!"

Zhao Hao is preparing to educate Perkins well, so as to avenge the other party's black elbow just now.

As a result, the Lang center suddenly came up from nowhere and double-teamed!
"This double-team was decisive and timely!"

Rondo already knew from the last ball that Zhao Hao was no longer a player of their level!
So let alone Ray Allen, it won't work for anyone on the Celtics to defend him.

Rondo is also sure that Zhao Hao is definitely more important than Yao Ming, so he has been paying attention to Zhao Hao's offense, and only at this time can he double-team accurately and timely.

It's just that in this way, Yao Ming on the inside became Ray Allen's defense alone, and the space in the penalty area was also greatly expanded.

Zhao Hao took a look at the lucky Perkins, secretly thought that he would find a chance to deal with you later, and at the same time gave Rondo an extra look.

"This guy is a bit difficult to deal with! He is so smart!"

Zhao Hao made a high-profile ball and passed it from the outside to the inside.

Yao Ming's inside line is a pillar of the sky, and the little giant stands on the dunk.

Ray Allen raised his head, looked at the ball and sighed, and at the same time looked nervously at coach Rivers on the sidelines.

"The Bucks are not that easy to deal with!"

　Thanks to the big clown for the reward.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)