Super Role Player

In December, the fierce 76ers continued their winning streak. Anxi's quasi lore defeated the Bobcats, and the winning streak came to 184 games. At the same time, the winning streak in December alone also came to 3 games, and the 76ers also won the winning streak. Starting to surpass the opponents in front, they surpassed the Bulls first.

After four consecutive victories, the 76ers' record has become 12 wins and 8 losses. The record of 12 wins and 8 losses helped them to surpass the 11 wins and 9 losses with one win and become the fourth in the Eastern Conference.

After becoming the fourth in the Eastern Conference, the 76ers' ranking has once again gone up a ladder. In the ranks of the NBA playoffs, the top four and the bottom four are obviously very different. The top four are in the first round of the playoffs. Occupy the home court advantage, and the home court advantage in the playoffs is so big that it doesn't need to be said, so after reaching the top four, the 76ers shouted the slogan, they must do their best to keep this top four.

On December 7, the 76ers returned to the home court again to face the offending Nuggets.

Although the Nuggets sent away Andre Iguodala this season and also changed their head coach, they still played very well in the 20 games at the beginning of the season, with 11 wins and 9 losses in 20 games, ranking No. 1 in the West. Seven, it seems that former Lakers assistant coach Brian Shaw did a great job with the Nuggets.

However, the Nuggets were defeated by the 76ers in this game.

In the home game against the Nuggets, McAway did not play due to injury, so Tony Roten replaced him in the starting field. As a result, in the first quarter when Anxi had all the ball rights, the 76ers directly played a wave of 42 :19, lead the Nuggets by 23 points in the first quarter!

Anxi's explosive single quarter scored 13 points, 5 assists and 4 steals, and the Nuggets were directly beaten.

And the starting Tony Roten also showed an excellent state, scored 11 points in a single quarter, plus Jack Lauder's three three-pointers, the new starting outside trio scored 33 points, directly tore the Nuggets.

Then, in the second quarter, Evan Turner took the bench to a tie with the Nuggets, and then Anxi led the team to break out again in the second half.

The third quarter expanded the lead again, 33:22, the third quarter again expanded the lead of 11 points, plus 23 points in the first quarter, after the third quarter, the 76ers lead the Nuggets by 34 points.

As a result, the game entered the garbage time ahead of schedule. Anxi scored 22 points, 4 rebounds, 9 assists, 6 steals and 2 blocks in three quarters. Anxi, who has completely mastered the ball, showed his efficiency...

In this way, the 76ers have won 5 consecutive victories at their home court, and the team's record has also become 13 wins and 8 losses. This time, they have once again surpassed the top four teams. The third Eagles in the East were in December. After the 7th, the record became 13 wins and 9 losses, a half win gap, so that the Eagles had to give up the third throne in the East.

In this way, the 76ers became the top three teams in the East. The first is still the Indiana Pacers, who have been out of shape this season. As of now, under the leadership of Frank Vogel, they have achieved a record of 18 wins and 2 losses. , So far this season has only lost two games. The second in the East, the Heat also played 20 games, 15 wins and 5 losses in 20 games, only ranked second.

After winning the third throne in the East, the 76ers once again chanted the slogan to keep the top three in the East, but unfortunately, they only sat in this position for 2 days. On December 9, they were still in Philadelphia, and the Los Angeles Clippers were far away. Come, challenge the 76ers away.

The Clippers should be the strongest opponent the 76ers have encountered during this time. The new coach Doo Grieves, who was exchanged for the draft picks, took office, plus the introduction of JJ Redick and Darren Collison. The new season's Clippers are in a hot state. , 16 wins in the first 21 games, and only lost 5 of them, currently ranked third in the West, behind the Spurs and Thunder.

As a strong team in the Western Conference, and a strong contender for the championship, the Clippers, although they are fighting away, are completely aiming for victory.

From the beginning of the game, the Clippers used their attack to defeat the 76ers' defense. JJ Redick hit three consecutive points, and Chris Paul played Tony Roten continuously. Fortunately, the 76ers' offense was not bad. At the end of the festival, the two teams played a 36:32, and the Clippers led by 4 points.

Then, in the second quarter, Blake Griffin, who was inside, also began to show off. The City of Receipt successively staged dunks at Wachovia Arena. In the second quarter, the Clippers beat the 76ers 27:25, half. After the game, the 76ers were 6 points behind.

In the second half, the Clippers continued to show their strength and extended their two-point lead in two consecutive quarters. In the end, the score was 122:112. The Clippers won the 76ers by 10 points and ended the 76ers' five-game winning streak.

The Losing 76ers were in a bad mood, because in addition to losing, the Eagles behind them also caught up. The 76ers lost and the Eagles won, so the Eagles relied on this victory to overtake the 76ers and become the third in the Eastern Conference.

The 76ers, who were depressed by the loss, quickly set off on the road trip. Their first opponent was the Minnesota Timberwolves in the West, and the Timberwolves of the lottery for consecutive years. Their record this season has finally improved, with 10 wins and 11 losses. The Timberwolves are currently ranked ninth in the Western Conference and still retain the hope of reaching the playoffs. The game against the 76ers is regarded as a must-win game for them, because they need to use this victory to increase their winning percentage. To 50%.

However, things backfired. The 76ers who had just lost a game were still in depression, and when they came to Minnesota, they unceremoniously vented the depression to the Timberwolves.

Under the gaze of the Timberwolves players' resentful eyes, the 76ers played successive small climaxes, and offensive waves such as 10:2, 7:0, and 6:0 were not uncommon.

By the end of the third quarter, the 76ers who showed no face directly turned the score into 88:56, leading by 32 points in the third quarter.

The super-point difference of 32 points in the three quarters made the Timberwolves have no idea of ​​chasing points. They replaced all the main players and gave up the game.

And the 76ers finally vented the depression of losing the last game. In the fourth quarter, several main players were talking and laughing on the bench. The Timberwolves fans on the sidelines were depressed for a while, and they soon sent a boo. .

In this way, after the end of the game, the 76ers won another victory. The 76ers with 14 wins and 9 losses tied with the Hawks in terms of record...

After playing the Timberwolves, the 76ers rushed to Toronto. The last time the two teams met, the 76ers were at a low point, so they lost the game. This time the two teams met, the 76ers did not hesitate and took the lead from the beginning of the game. The lead was maintained until the end of the game. In the end, a 108:100 away win over the Raptors was another two-game winning streak.

And the 76ers with 15 wins and 9 losses also surpassed the Eagles again because of one more game, and enjoyed the third place in the East.

But this time, the 76ers' winning streak did not last too long. Back at home, they were defeated by the Blazers, and the two-game winning streak ended.

Fortunately, the Hawks also lost subsequently, the record of the two teams is still the same, 16 wins and 10 losses.

And then, on December 16, the 76ers continued to play at home, and their opponent in this game happened to be the Eagles.

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The Eagles arrived a day earlier, and Mike Budenholzer appeared directly in the 76ers’ training hall. Fortunately, the 76ers’ training was over at this time, otherwise Brett Brown would have to denounce him for spying on the military. .

Anxi stayed in Brett Brown's office after training, and then watched Mike Budenholzer and Brett Brown quarrel.

The content of the bickering is naturally related to the game. Mike Budenholzer was fierce. He said that the Eagles will definitely win at Wachovia Arena, and he will take the Eagles to complete a double kill against the 76ers.

As a result, Brett Brown was not convinced.

"Don't dream, Mike, there is only one winner in the end, and that is the 76ers."

"Come on, talk about your reasons, Brett." Mike Budenholzer waved his hand, seeming to let Brett Brown let go.

Anxi sat aside and shook his head and laughed. The two old guys acted like two children at the moment, fighting each other.

Brett Brown knew very well that Mike Budenholzer was teasing him, so he waved his hand directly: "No, Mike, I'm different from you. I'm not a kid, so I won't argue with you. Ann is here. Here, the reason I won is because we have security, but you don’t."

Mike Budenholzer scratched his hair. This is what he regrets most. Now that Brett Brown has come out to say it, Mike Budenholzer is a little bit irritated: "What about Ann! Demarais will Let An completely misfire!"

An Xi hadn't spoken, but this time he couldn't listen anymore, because he didn't know who this Demarai was.

"Who is Demarais?" Anxi asked these words abruptly, Mike Budenholzer choked, he didn't know what to say, Brett Brown laughed, and then he turned to Anxi. Thumbs up.

Mike Budenholzer could only replied "viciously": "You will know it during the game!"

In the evening, the three of them had a meal in a restaurant in downtown Philadelphia. Three old friends who hadn't seen each other for a long time gathered together. After dinner, Anxi drove Mike Budenholzer back to the hotel.

On December 16, 2013, the Wachovia Arena was again brilliantly illuminated.

Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith appeared on the sidelines. They adjusted their dresses and signaled the director to start. The next second, Charles Barkley began the commentary of the game.

"Dear viewers, welcome to the live broadcast of the NBA 2013-2014 regular season season brought to you by Turner Sports. I am Charles Barkley, and my partner is still Kenny Smith." Charles Barkley said a long opening remarks. , And then pointed to Kenny Smith next to him. Kenny Smith nodded towards the camera, and then Barkley continued: "The two teams in this game are the Philadelphia 76ers and the Atlanta Hawks. The teams have the same record. They are both third in the Eastern Conference. The head coach is also an assistant coach of the Spurs, and they all play blocking tactics from the Spurs."

Charles Barkley turned his head to look at Kenny Smith: "Kenny, can you find any similarities?" Charles Barkley looked jokingly. He thought that the 76ers and the Eagles had all the similarities he had said, and he thought See how his old partner will deal with his troubles.

Kenny Smith shrugged: "Charles, first of all I want to point out one of your mistakes."

"One of my mistakes?" Charles Barkley stunned.

Kenny Smith continued: "After the Sixers lost five games in a row, they changed their style of play. Now their style of play is more like a pass and cut strategy. They mainly rely on Anxi's personal ability to open the situation. It has nothing to do with pick-and-rolls. It's not a blocking tactic."

Charles Barkley looked embarrassed, and he started to talk aside: "That's it, well, let's take a look at the referee of this game."

"The NBA Referee Committee of this game sent Stephen Javie as the referee of the game. The two deputy referees are Lauren Hotkamp and John Gebble. This game will also be Lauren Hotkamp. Pu is the second time in her career as a beautiful referee to enforce the law. Lauren Hotkamp, ​​who has just signed with the NBA Referee Committee, has aroused heated discussions in North America..."

Kenny Smith looked at Charles Barkley helplessly. I have to say that this flying pig has a strong ability to change topics. As a topical figure in the current NBA, Lauren Hotkamp has become the most beautiful referee in the NBA, and Charles As soon as Barkley mentioned this most beautiful referee, people's attention suddenly shifted...

On the court, Anxi was already preparing to play, Stephen Javey walked to the center of the court holding the basketball and signaled the starting field of the two teams.

"The two teams' starting games have not changed. On the 76ers side, the point guard is McAway, who has just returned from injury, shooting guard Anxi, small forward Jack Lauder, power forward Thaddeus Young and center Cole Aldrie. Odd, on the Hawks side, point guard Jeff Teague, shooting guard Kyle Korver, small forward DeMarre Carroll, power forward Paul Millsap and center Al Horford."

And until the start of the game, Anxi did not know who Mike Budenholzer called Demarai Carroll.

Like Jack Lauder, DeMarre Carroll has just started for the Hawks recently. The previous starter was Louis Williams, and DeMarre Carroll relied on a perimeter three-pointer and a defense to counterattack the Hawks. Of the starter.

Both sides jumped the ball, Cole Aldridge won the ball back, the game officially began.

In the 76ers' offense, Michael McCarthy was in possession of the ball, and Jeff Teague was defending him.

And Anxi was posted to death by Demarai Carroll as soon as the game started. This kind of treatment close to the defense. Anxi has to enjoy almost every game this season. Demarai Carroll's defense is quite aggressive, Mike Buden Holzer's reliance on Demarais Carroll is not entirely unreasonable.

In the first goal of the opening game, Anxi did not take the ball. McAway held the ball and attacked Jeff Teague. Jeff Teague's defense was not good. He was passed by McAway, but McAway broke into the inside. , When he started the layup, he suddenly found that Al Horford's defense had come up, Jeff Teague followed by double-teaming, and McAway was immediately surrounded.

He wanted to pass the ball, but as soon as the pass button was pressed, it was cut off by Jeff Teague.

The 76ers' first attack came back without success. Jeff Teague, who cut the basketball, slowed down in the backcourt, and then advanced to the frontcourt with the ball.

The Eagles, who insist on the Spurs' blocking and cutting methods, have also gained a rhythm advantage, that is, they can be fast or slow. Against the 76ers, a fast-playing team, the Hawks' style of play is completely procrastinated. Slow pace, trying to prevent the 76ers from hitting a fast break.

Jeff Teague's defense is average, McAway's defense is even worse, so Jeff Teague hit the frontcourt, and after a while outside control, he directly accelerated past McAway and rushed to the inside. Aldridge completed a layup before making up the defense.

He made a layup, but the Eagles took the lead.

The 76ers started the second offense of the game. McAway took the ball and advanced to the front court. Anxi arc top position and McAway came to a cross position, one hand to hand to cooperate, and the basketball came to Anxi's hands.

Anxi, holding the ball, faced Jeff Teague, who was changing defense, and swayed directly with a cross step, shook Jeff Teague away, and slammed a big step to the right, and shot a jumper directly.

With a sigh, Wachovia's long suppressed cheers burst out.

Goal in! Anxi also scored two points in the opening game.

The game continued, the Eagles attacked, Jeff Teague held the ball to the frontcourt, and then broke directly, after attracting the defense, the ball was divided to the outside Kyle Korver.

Korver receives the ball, and the league's super three-point shooter opens his hand to make a three-pointer.

Jack Lauder fought hard, stretched out his big hand and pointed directly at the basketball. Korver immediately changed his movements in the air and switched to passing the ball.

Paul Millsap on the side of the basket received the basketball and directly pulled up a dunk.

With a loud bang, Wachovia Arena rang out in exclamation.

"Paul Millsap dunks. The Hawks played very smartly in the opening game. They found an opportunity by transferring the ball, and it seemed that the pace was also controlled by the Hawks."

The 76ers continued to attack, McAway held the ball, Anxi played without the ball.

However, DeMarre Carroll followed Anxi stubbornly, which made Anxi no chance to catch the ball.

McAway directly held the ball and started a breakthrough. Then, Anxi received the basketball at the top of the arc. There was still no chance. Demarais Carroll couldn't leave.

So Anxi continued to pass the ball. He passed the ball to Thaddeus Young in the middle distance. Then Thaddeus Young continued to transfer the ball. Jack Lauder in the corner received the ball and made a three-pointer.

The ball did not completely get rid of the defender, and Jack Lauder was interfered by Kyle Korver.

With a bang, the basketball bounced out of the box, Paul Millsap grabbed the rebound, and the 76ers' offense returned without success.

The Hawks' offense was not soft at all, Jeff Teague advanced to the frontcourt, Paul Millsap directly pulled the high post and received the ball back to support.

Jeff Teague ran back to the rim, attracting most of the 76ers' defense. At this time, Paul Millsap scored the ball directly to Al Horford, Horford padd his toe mid-range, and made a light center. Pitch shot.

Swish, hit again.

Anxi outside the three-point line is a bit helpless. The 76ers' defense is still a little bit weak, but fortunately, Lloyd Pierce has begun to transform the team's defense. The defense cannot be done in a day. At least now the 76ers' defense is also good. This is a trend towards the good side.

The score became 6:2, the 76ers attacked, this round, the 76ers must score.

So Anxi took the ball personally, and he decided to play singles.

Demare Carroll continued to cling to Anxi, with his hands against Anxi’s back. As Anxi swayed, Anxi began to discover that this previously unknown Demare Carroll was surprisingly well-defended. At least it can be compared with his teammate Jack Lauder...

An Xi turned around and then stepped back, but he was not able to completely shake Demarai Carroll. Demarai Carroll's long arms still interfered with An Xi.

With a bang, Anxi's turn and retreat jumper also ended in iron.

Al Horford steadily picked off the rebound. At this moment, the Wachovia Arena was silent. At the beginning of the game, the 76ers were firmly suppressed by the Eagles. It seemed that the situation in this game was very bad.

Jeff Teague held the ball to the frontcourt, and the Eagles pulled all the players away, allowing your brother Jeff Teague to single McAway.

Anxi is ready to make up the defense, but Jeff Teague's speed is too fast. The first step is to start directly after McAway. When Anxi rushes to make up the defense, Jeff Teague has completed the defense. A long-range throw.

At 8:2, the Hawks opened the game like a rainbow, and the point difference was further widened.

Anxi continued to come by himself, directly asking for the ball from the backcourt, rushing to the frontcourt with the ball, and without stopping for a moment, he rushed into the inside with the ball.

The Hawks' inside line was in chaos, but Al Horford still steadily guarded the rim. Anxi felt that there were not many opportunities. He saw McAway, who was completely empty on the outside line, so he passed the ball.

After receiving the ball, McAway didn’t make a direct shot. When the team didn’t score consecutively, McAway was also a little anxious. Fortunately, he has not lost his mind. He also understands that his outside three-pointer is very unreliable. Yes, we can only continue to break through.

However, Jeff Teague did not appear in front of McAway in time, so McAway rushed to the free throw line with the ball, and shot a jumper with a completely open shot, seemingly confident.

It's a pity to hit the iron again with a bang.

There was a lament in the Wachovia Arena, and the 76ers fans seemed to see the scene where the points gap widened again.

There was a hand-to-hand fight at the basket. With Cole Aldridge stubbornly withstanding Al Horford, Anxi suddenly shot out, jumped up, grabbed the offensive rebound, and slammed the basketball into the rim!

With a scream, Wachovia Arena first exclaimed, followed by cheers like a tsunami.

"The 76ers finally scored! These 2 points are crucial!"

The on-site commentator shouted that Anxi's 2 points broke the 76ers' scoring shortage, and next, they need to further maintain the current feel.

And just as the Wachovia Arena was cheering, the Eagles poured cold water directly, Kyle Korver turned around and scored a three-pointer, and the score difference suddenly became 11:4!

"Kyle Korver's three-pointer! It's in! The 76ers' defense was too relaxed, and Kyle Korver found an open space. This kind of defense won't go far even in the playoffs!" Charles Barkley shook his head. He was disappointed by the 76ers' defense.

Jack Lauder made a defensive error, Anxi walked over and patted him, asking him to improve his concentration and keep an eye on his own people.

From Anxi’s point of view, these young players of the Sixers do need the experience of the game to gradually improve. Jack Lauder is not as good as he thought. Now he can only be regarded as a qualified starter, McAway. Although the data is gorgeous, but most of the time, he is unreliable.

This is especially true for the insider Cole Aldridge. Although Cole Aldridge is on the court, the 76ers' rebounding and protection are guaranteed, but it is clear that Cole Aldridge's playing does not provide the 76ers' defensive belt. In terms of quality improvement, there is still a big gap between Cole Aldridge and DeAndre Jordan and Andrew Bogut.

This is also the reason why Anxi and Evan Turner had better chemistry once they were paired alone. In the few games where McAway was injured, the 76ers were always able to beat their opponents.

At 11:4, Brett Brown called a timeout, and the 76ers lost slightly in the opening match.

(To be continued.)