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Chapter 48 He Will Not Be Defeated
Before the start of the game, Zhang Chen carefully watched the Spurs game video and studied the reactions of Duncan and Robinson when they were double-teamed, and this was the scene of the steal at the last moment.

The game was played suddenly. Players tend to make habitual choices in an emergency, so Duncan found his teammates as soon as he was flanked. He just passed it out as usual, but now he is facing the usual Not the same Zhang Chen, so he was intercepted.

Zhang Chen broke the ball, and immediately ran to the bottom line with few people, but was soon caught and fouled.

The time was less than ten seconds, and the Spurs were out of time if they didn't foul.

Zhang Chen walked up to the free throw line, there was a huge boo from the audience, and the Spurs players next to him kept muttering, "No penalty, no penalty."

Zhang Chen smiled slightly. He hadn't caught a cold for a long time in this kind of psychological warfare, and he was still in a state of absolute control. How could he miss the penalty? It's okay to close his eyes. Forget it, you can't pretend like this. This is a critical moment in the second game of the finals.

After spinning the ball, he made a free throw with a very standard action.

The head coach of the Spurs has already told the referee that the Heat will ask for a timeout if they score the free throw. With a big insider, how could such a rebound be lost.

The second free throw will lead the Spurs by three points, and the Heat will be invincible. As long as they defend the Spurs' three-pointers in a targeted manner, the pressure will all be on the Spurs' side.

However, there are better choices, because Zhang Chen feels that he is still in a state of absolute control, and he doesn't want to waste this skill. In this state, he can do things that he is not sure about.

With a heavy flick of the wrist, only a "clang" was heard, and the basketball hit the rim hard and bounced far away. The people under the basket were still desperately squeezing their positions, and Zhang Chen had already jumped forward. Get up and take the ball back.

Before the rest of them could react, he dribbled the ball and ran around the Spurs' half court.

When the Spurs player rushed over and fouled him again, a few more seconds passed.

Standing on the free throw line again, this time there were not only boos, but also scolding voices floating from the audience. The decibels were very spectacular, because Zhang Chen's action just now was intentional, deliberately smashing the rim Popping the ball out and delaying time, doing such a thing on the road, is simply outrageous.

The point is that he made it and got two more serves.

Amid the angry shouts of the Spurs fans, Zhang Chen made the free throw steadily, jokingly, he would not miss more than [-]% of his free throws at this time.

84:80,4, with a gap of [-] points, the Heat can completely empty the inside and only defend the opponent's [-]-pointer. The Spurs have no other way. Elliott makes a forced [-]-pointer, but unfortunately he is not Zhang Chen , The ball went completely wrong, the Heat got a backcourt rebound, and the game ended.

With a total score of 1:1, the Heat won an away victory. They can return to Miami with their heads held high, accept the cheers of the fans, and then continue to fight against the Spurs on their own turf.

After scoring 50 points in the last game, Zhang Chen scored another 46 points and 10 assists in this game, completely superstar-like statistics.

Of course, what people talk about most after the game is not his highest score in the game, nor his outrageously accurate three-pointers, but his deliberate free throws at the last moment.

He is not the first person to do this, but he is definitely the only one who dared to act like this at the critical moment of the finals and succeeded.

"An angel or a devil, excellent skills and judgment, absolute big heart, all means, which one is the real him." What people think of Zhang Chen.

Many people who hate the Heat came forward and accused him of unsportsmanlike behavior.

After returning to Miami, Zhang Chen accepted an interview with reporters, "I am a person who will do anything to win, but only normal means, desperate defense, firm offense, and full concentration at all times. Competitive basketball is within the scope of the rules. Use all normal means to defeat the opponent..."

"I smashed the rim on purpose. I have such skills. I have the confidence to control the position where the basketball meets the hoop. I also know how much force to use. I can say with certainty that this is strength. The Heat are stronger. , we deserved to win the game."

Before the start of the finals, everyone looked down on the Heat, and Zhang Chen took this opportunity to let out a sigh of relief.

"Man, you're in trouble, but we like it." His tough speech received strong support from his teammates. Zhang Chen's outstanding performance allowed them to win an away game against the Spurs. This is an away game in the finals To win, they need Zhang Chen to continue to perform like this. Everyone is eager for the championship, there is no doubt about it.

His behavior obviously angered the Spurs, but it doesn't really matter, anyway, no one will keep their hands.

At the Heat's home court, the third game started. In this game, the Spurs double-teamed Zhang Chen from the very beginning. Several outside players took turns to play, and if they didn't want to play, they had to restrain his posture.

The Spurs knew very well that as long as Zhang Chen didn't explode, the Heat would have a greater chance of winning.

How to make an outside player play abnormally? If there is no outside defensive master, they must rely on defensive tactics to interrupt the opponent's rhythm. Of course, they have tried this method in the first two games, but it is not so crazy, just like a double team. , It's just that I didn't start at the beginning.

Foul, wrestling defense, letting other players prevent Zhang Chen from receiving the ball, the Spurs have shown their determination. It is impossible for an outside player to maintain his touch in the face of such interference. They also accepted the death penalty, as long as Zhang Chen's touch can be broken, everything is worth it.

But they didn't know the best rookie. The more the opponent valued him, the more effective he was. Some of his opponents once said, "The more you defend, the more accurate your shots." It is more accurate to pay attention to him, the more energetic he is. This is what happened when he first played basketball. If the opponent lets him go, he will have mental pressure. What should he do if he can't make a shot without defense.

But now, he is a professional player, so it's not like he can solve the problem without guarding against him. With the effect of the life extension three-point card, what the Spurs are doing is actually a bit useless, but they don't know it.

"Zhang Chen chose to pass the ball again. It seems that the Spurs' crazy defense against him played a certain role."

"But the Heat are still in the lead, and the Spurs let their other perimeter players go too far."

After all, the Heat are the No. [-] team in the regular season in the Eastern Conference and the team that reached the finals. They left Hardaway or Mashburn empty in front of them from the beginning. In the sound, the Heat have always been in the lead.

But at the beginning of the second half, the Spurs suddenly changed their defensive strategy and stopped attacking Zhang Chen. The Heat's outside offense was immediately affected.

And Zhang Chen's efficiency in catching the ball again seemed to be half. The Heat's offense suddenly became intermittent. The Spurs basically only took half a quarter to catch up with the score that fell behind in the first half.

"The change in the Spurs' defensive rhythm really worked, and the Heat missed the outside line."

"Zhang Chen's touch looks average. He took too few shots in the first half. He is not used to being a main attacker. He should be more determined and aggressive, so as to maintain his touch. "

"Yes, the Heat have fallen into the Spurs' defensive trap, and this game may be difficult for them."

"Zhang Chen is a rookie and may not understand the importance of offensive rhythm. Pat Riley should remind him."

Pat Riley expressed that he was wronged. He actually encouraged Zhang Chen to take more shots. Since he decided to play Zhang Chen as a single-core player in the finals, he would not hesitate. superior.

But Zhang Chen's choice to pass the ball was also right, and the offensive efficiency of the others in the first half was not bad, but in the second half, the opponent's defense changed, and the outside players collectively did not adapt.

There is a reason for Zhang Chen to play like this. For example, when facing double-teams, forcing a shot can increase the confidence of his teammates. Now he reduces his shots and maintains his hit rate. It is also a way to maintain the confidence of his teammates in him.

He can make shots like this and he just gave us the chance to make shots. If he can make shots, the effects of these two situations should be similar. Because the second is easier to achieve, Zhang Chen chose The second, more secure method is adopted.

Because this is the finals, he doesn't want to give his teammates the impression that his shooting percentage is not high. This is related to how much his teammates trust him at critical moments, so he should be more cautious.

"Robinson's mid-range, he can do this, the Spurs overtook, everything seems to be in their calculations, the Heat have not thought of a solution, they are in danger."

Pat Riley called a timeout, "Zhang, you should attack more decisively."

"Coach, leave it to me. I was just storing energy before."

Re-entering the field, Zhang Chen directly received the sideline ball. The Spurs are now single-handedly defending him. His previous performance made the Spurs believe that their defensive tactics were successful. Zhang Chen no longer has that crazy touch. .

"Zhang Chen is dribbling, is he preparing to break through? The defensive player in front of him is not out of position. Zhang Chen speeds up. Sure enough...the emergency stop jump shot from outside the three-point line...the ball is scored, is he going to start his crazy performance again? .”

There were warm cheers from the stadium, Zhang Chen raised his right arm, index pointing to the sky, this is his habitual action to swear victory, he will not be defeated.

(End of this chapter)