Chapter 304 "Flame God" vs. "The Celtics' Five Giants"!
Chapter 304 "Flame God" vs. "The Celtics' Five Giants"!
7 p.m.
Madison Square Garden.
Two hours before Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Knicks and the Celtics, the arena was already packed.
This is the Eastern Conference Finals.
The ultimate showdown in the East.
It's destined to be exciting and explosive.
Many fans held up banners that read: "Go Knicks!", "Knicks will win!", "Knicks champions!", etc.
Everyone is cheering for the Knicks.
After half an hour.
The two teams came onto the field to warm up.
"boom!"
The atmosphere in the arena instantly became even more electrifying, with fans cheering wildly and demonstrating their home-court advantage in the heart of America's largest metropolis.
"hiss……"
Garnett twitched his lips. "When did New York's stadiums start to have that 'devil's home court' feel?"
"This year's unexpected rise has given them confidence."
Ray Allen echoed this.
"Humph!"
Pierce curled his lip and snorted, "It's just kids playing house, having a lot of fun."
But it's all fake in the end.
They can win some games, but against us, they definitely can't win the series.
In this era, no, throughout NBA history, there has never been a player who could become a superhero and single-handedly lead his team to the end.
Even someone as great as "Basketball God" Michael Jordan couldn't do it.
How could Su Yan, a mere rookie, possibly succeed?
"That's true."
I was deeply moved by Garnett's gesture.
When he was with the Timberwolves, his stats were amazing, but the team's record was terrible.
When Cassell and the Madman arrived and formed the "Three-Headed Monster," they reached the Western Conference Finals in their first year.
They are very close to winning the championship.
Then... in 08, they formed the "Big Three" with the Celtics and won the championship in their first year!
If he hadn't been injured and sidelined for the rest of last year's playoffs, a back-to-back championship would have been a certainty.
After all, with the Big Three back in action this year, a healthy Big Three once again made it to the Eastern Conference Finals, heading straight for the NBA Finals.
All of this is telling the story.
Basketball is a five-player game.
Sticking together is the key.
Su Yan, a rookie who leads the team single-handedly, is very strong and is even called "Flame God".
That's not OK.
This is the Celtics' greatest source of confidence.
It also seems to be the truth.
In the commentary box.
Reggie Miller stared at Su Yan with an expression of immense envy in his eyes, which was caught by Barkley beside him.
"Reggie, what's wrong? Are you envious of Su Yan? Envious of a young man? It can't be that bad, can it?"
Barkley laughed.
It's hard not to be envious.
Reggie Miller shook his head with a wry smile, "Taylor Swift and Scarlett Johansson, two goddesses are fighting over him."
That's so enviable.
I'm so envious I don't even dare to dream of it. Just having one of them would be enough for me.
"Haha~"
Barkley chuckled, "To be fair, Su Yan is indeed quite attractive to the opposite sex, with boundless charm."
but.
I am a staunch supporter of "SSCP".
I firmly believe that only those who have faced life and death together can be more determined to choose each other in their love.
"Oh~"
Reggie Miller gave a soft "oh" and pouted, "When did you become so traditional?!"
???
What does "change" mean?
I've always been this traditional, you can't just say that, my wife's watching the live stream.
Do you want me to kneel on a washboard when I get home?
Barkley glared at Reggie Miller, telling him to stop talking nonsense, and quickly steered the conversation back to the game.
"Cough cough..."
He coughed a few times and said, "Knicks vs. Celtics, 'Flame God' vs. 'Celtics Big Three'."
of course.
We could also say, "The New York Twins" vs. "The Celtics' Big Five."
"The Celtics' Big Five?!"
Reggie Miller echoed the question.
"of course."
Barkley continued in a matter-of-fact tone, "Raja Rondo, Gentleman Ray, Truth, Wolf King, and... Roaring God."
Correct.
This is definitely a lineup of five giants.
Although Lei, Truth, and Wolf King are no longer the "Big Three" they were during their championship run.
However... Rajon Rondo's growth and the addition of Rasheed Wallace make this year's Celtics still a contender for the championship.
They are the absolute favorites to win the championship.
"I see, so this time the Knicks..."
The two commentators went on a pre-match hype spree.
On the field.
Knicks halftime.
McGrady shouted, "The Celtics are very strong. Even if we win in the regular season, we can't underestimate them in the playoffs."
This will be a high-intensity Eastern Conference Finals match.
Be prepared to collapse from exhaustion and lie on the ground panting!
"Yes."
Iverson nodded emphatically and roared, "Our opponents will only get stronger and stronger, but we are getting closer and closer to the championship."
Defeated the Celtics.
If we defeat the team that stands at the top of the Western Conference Finals, we will be the champions!
Let's not wait until next year.
Seize the day.
"Oh!"
"The Knicks are the strongest, they will defeat the Celtics."
"Knicks are the champions!"
While veterans McGrady and Iverson may not be able to regain their former glory, they inspire the players and provide spiritual nourishment for the team.
There is still a system in place.
Good.
For the Celtics, their sole goal for the season since 08 has been the NBA championship.
It has never changed.
They have always had the ability to compete for the championship.
Then, let's start the war.
"boom!"
Amidst the deafening cheers in the stadium.
After warming up, both starting lineups stepped onto the field with strong confidence and high fighting spirit.
Knicks vs. Celtics.
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals has officially begun.
New York Knicks Starting Lineup: Point Guard: Stephen Curry, Shooting Guard: Wilson Chandler, Small Forward: Su Yan, Power Forward: David Lee, Center: Tyson Chandler.
Boston Celtics starting lineup: Point Guard: Rondo, Shooting Guard: Ray Allen, Small Forward: Pierce, Power Forward: Garnett, Center: Kendrick Perkins.
"Jumpball!"
A contest for the ball between Tyson and Perkins.
"Snapped!"
Tyson swatted the ball away first, David Lee caught it, passed it to Curry, and initiated the Knicks' first offensive possession.
"Bang bang bang!"
Curry pushed the ball over, positioned himself in the middle, and Rondo immediately closed in, his long arms enveloping Curry.
Rondo is a defensive first-team player.
He immediately increased the defensive intensity on Curry during his first offensive play, and Curry suddenly felt considerable pressure.
But stay calm.
With skillful ball control, prioritize finding attacking opportunities; if none can be found, pass to Su Yan at the right edge of the arc.
"tread!"
Pierce pressed forward.
One-on-one defense, not expecting to lock down Su Yan, but at least to stop his three-pointers.
As for the rest.
My brothers are behind me.
Su Yan glanced at Pierce, then at Garnett and Ray Allen, who were staring intently at him from behind.
His eyes narrowed.
With a feint and a triple threat, the moment Pierce shifted his weight slightly, he unleashed a sharp arrow.
This looks like it's still completely within Pierce's defensive range.
"drink!"
Pierce roared as he went up to block the shot.
It looks very similar.
But Su Yan's shot was too fast; the basketball flew from his fingertips, accompanied by a beautiful swishing sound as it brushed against the net.
"Shh!"
The ball hit the net.
"Flame God" delivers a close-range facial shot to "Truth," giving the Knicks a winning start to the Eastern Conference Finals!
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