Chapter 51: The Last Battle

"Zhou Zheng is the god of the Chinese team!"

The Chinese media made a big name, and the pre-match episode of Zhou Zheng getting drunk was also regarded as a footnote to the legend...... Even if they weren't fans, ordinary people were all caught up in the joy of reaching the semi-finals for the first time at the World Championships. Pen ~ fun ~ pavilion www.biquge.info

When the Chinese men's football team could not carry the expectations of the majority of sports fans, the Chinese men's basketball team was born, and Zhou Zheng once again shined in the land of China as the template of the legendary actor. The next day, there was even a news item on the front page of the People's Daily about the Chinese men's basketball team, and the big picture of the sports edition was the picture of Zhou Zheng stopping the jump shot.

"Reaching the semi-finals wasn't a huge surprise for me. ”

Zhou Zheng walked into the NHK TV studio and faced the host very calmly: "If you have watched the game, you should know that the Chinese team has taken the initiative from the beginning. The Greek team has always been in a state of pride, they didn't take us seriously, their pride blinded us and we eliminated them easily. ”

This is an interview arranged for him by Lin Wanwan, before the semi-finals, the Chinese team got a three-day vacation, their semi-final opponent has not yet been announced, and it is very likely that it will be Spain.

"So, do you have the confidence to lead the Chinese team to win a medal for Asian basketball?" the host politely asked, "The hope of all Asian basketball fans is on your shoulders." ”

"I hope to live up to that promise. Zhou Zheng replied modestly and cautiously.

"As far as I know, you are a talented singer in addition to being a great Asian basketball player. You are the first Asian songwriter to break into the European and American music scene, and you have achieved great commercial success. So, how do you divide music from sports?"

"For me. Zhou Zheng replied frankly: "Music is a hobby. Basketball is love. ”

"I ask you a question that all Japanese women are concerned about, do you have a girlfriend you are dating right now?"

Zhou Zheng tilted his head sideways, his expression a little sad.

After a long time, he shook his head: "I'm too busy." ”

"As far as I know, you have a good relationship with our Aragaki Yui, and when you were in Sapporo, there was an interesting misunderstanding......" The host's question was a little ambiguous.

"She's a very nice girl. I always have a nice chat with her, which is important. But... You know, she's still in her teenage years, and I'm not going to have a love test with a girl who's just grown up. I think of her as the little sister next door. I hope our friendship will last forever. Zhou Zheng said frankly, rejecting the scandal with Aragaki Yui.

The interview was broadcast in prime time, and the ratings reached a very high magnitude, breaking the ratings record since the program was launched.

This is a testament to the popularity of Zhou Zheng in Japan.

Lin was very happy to see the data, but at the same time she expressed her opinion on another matter: "Koreans are really disgusting. ”

Zhou Zheng looked up at her.

"That Korean entertainment company has been hyping up your romance with that trainee lady. A lot of disgusting adjectives are used. Lin Wanwan told Zhou Zheng: "That company even kept sending me emails asking for cooperation with us. I think they're just trying to bundle and use your fame to bring that trainee to market. ”

Zhou Zheng was lying on his side on the sofa with a solemn expression. Half a ring, he said, "Ignore them." ”

Lin Wanwan was still very angry, she muttered: "Your first love is really not a fuel-efficient lamp......"

Zhou Zheng glanced at her.

Lin Wanwan didn't speak anymore, but he still felt that the other party was too shameless.

At the same time, Jessica is also fighting, and is constantly emphasizing to the publicity department that it is not to be bundled. But South Korea's public relations humiliated her: "Do you think you still have a chance with the big star Zhou Zheng? Put away your little luck, he is now a superstar, and the scandals with him are Hollywood A-list female stars like Scarlett Johansson, as well as Lindsay Lohan, do you think your fame can be compared with them?"

"I really can't believe that you took the initiative to break up with Zhou Zhengti, isn't it good to be a rich wife?"

"A woman without vision. Even if you become a top girl group in the future, the money you earn is only a fraction of what he earns. ”

"Now that you've made the wrong choice, then... Or use that relationship to pick up a little sesame seed a little. Although you throw away the whole watermelon. ”

“……”

After the news of the Japanese celebration reception spread internally, the entire S.M company looked at Jessica with a peculiar eye. A lot of people are talking about it, and even her companions, who have decided to become a member of the group, always irritate her, intentionally or unintentionally: "You could have bought the entire S.M company, but now you want to perform everywhere with us." Fate is really unpredictable. ”

Jessica has emphasized more than once that when she was with Zhou Zheng, he was just an ordinary college student. But the back is also numb...... Whatever, your mouth grows on your face.

……

The opponent of the Chinese team in the semifinals has finally been released, Spain.

The second seed in this tournament.

"We had very little chance of winning. After the grouping was announced, Sani told the players very frankly: "They are too much stronger than us. ”

Zhou Zheng agrees with this.

"But we still have to fight. ”

He was determined: "Now that we've come here, why don't you go back with a medal?"

This is also the voice of the Chinese team players, this World Championships they followed in the footsteps of Zhou Zheng all the way to the semi-finals, their hearts have all been raised, in the praise of the people of the country, their thirst for medals has come to an unbelievable level.

Unlike the Chinese team, which made it all the way to the semi-finals, Spain completely crushed it. The Spanish national team has been called the golden generation, they are all in the best condition, they are tactically skillful, and the system works very smoothly.

"China are very tough opponents, they have a lead in point guards. I'm a big fan of Tiger and I'm looking forward to Friday night's game. ”

The Spanish coach was very kind when he was interviewed.

And harmony often comes from the bottom of his heart, he does not need to use fierce words to show his existence, nor does he need to use a condescending posture to show his status.

Friday night was fast in coming.

As soon as the game began, the Chinese team was in trouble.

Spain dragged the tempo to the extreme of slowness, and under the command of Pau Gasol, they continued to produce firepower on the inside. The Chinese team, which lacked Yao Shu as a barrier, finally showed its vulnerability under the onslaught of the Gasol brothers.

Even more frustrating is that Spain defence is very fast, even when they act like a turtle in attack. But when it comes to the defensive end, he immediately and quickly plays a pressing defense. The Chinese team, under the impenetrable defense, quickly attacked and kicked the iron plate.

Zhou Zheng had to turn on the individual attack mode in the third quarter, he kept hitting the penalty area, and then he was entangled, and stubbornly scored the ball in the long bush...... He was like a knight charging with a spear in his hand.

In the third quarter, he created a thrilling risk for Spain.

However, when the fourth quarter came and the physical strength reached a bottleneck, Spain took the initiative into their hands.

Final 75:63. Spain emerged victorious.

This victory kicked the Chinese team into the battle for third and fourth places, and Zhou Zheng's quasi-triple-double data of 21 points, 8 assists and 9 rebounds in the whole game completely became a decoration.

"There's nothing to say, the skills are not as good as others, and if you lose, you lose. ”

After the game, Zhou Zheng looked a little unhappy when asked how he thought about defeat.

However, this ignorant karmic fire was finally digested in his stomach.

"The Chinese team lost in terms of tactical literacy, and their players always seemed too passive in the face of strong opponents to give Tiger real and effective help. McMillan commented on his disciples: "But I believe that after the tempering of the World Championships, he will be stronger when he returns to the NBA, and Portland will go further under his leadership." ”

Two hours after McMillan finished speaking, the U.S. eliminated their semifinal opponents, Argentina.

Next, the U.S. will face Spain for the World Championships. Argentina, led by the Pampas Eagles Ginobili, will compete for the bronze medal in China.

"I hope the U.S. team will win the gold medal and the Chinese team will win the bronze medal. I have a lot of confidence in the players in the U.S. and I have a lot of confidence in the Tigers. ”

McMillan told Chinese reporters after the game: "This is the best result. ”

The World Championships are not over yet, McMillan's mind has long returned to the NBA, and he can't wait to show his talents. Zhou's impressive performance at the World Championships has given him confidence for the future, and he even thinks that Portland will at least finish fifth in the West next season.

As an assistant coach for the U.S. team, McMillan can 'slack off'. And Zhou Zheng, as the absolute core of the Chinese team, does not dare to pay attention elsewhere.

Now, there is only one single-plank bridge left on the path to win the medal, and the brave wins when they meet on the narrow road. The Chinese team has no way back.

The same is true in Argentina.

"Bronze is our bottom line. ”

Facing the media, Ginobili was very adamant: "Fourth place is the worst outcome. ”

He didn't comment on Zhou Zheng, but only emphasized the need to win.

Before the start of the game, Zhou Zheng was interviewed by CCTV.

"The opponent is very strong, the objective gap is real, but defeat is definitely not an option for us. ”

"In the last game, I want to bring the World Championships to a good end. ”

Zhou Zheng gritted his teeth, and finally said unprecedentedly firm words to the camera: "We must win." ”

The third- and fourth-place races were held on Sunday evening.

Both players expressed their belief in winning before the race, and although it was only a battle for three or four places, it meant who would be on the podium.

Drip!

As the whistle blew, the battle of focus officially began.

The Chinese team's starting lineup has been adjusted, the teenager Chen Jianghua has become the point guard who started the game, Zhou Zheng has come to the position of scoring guard, and there are also Zhu Fangyu, Wang Zhizhi, and Yi Jianlian. ”

"Argentina's starting five are...... Sanchez, Ginobili, Nocioni, Scola, Oberto. This is Argentina's golden generation, and they have beaten the Dream Team with this team. ”

The CCTV commentator announced the names of everyone on the pitch very quickly, and dared to score before the first goal.

"Greg has always complimented you on being a great rookie point guard, and tonight I was finally able to play against you. ”

Ginobili controls the basketball and faces Zhou Zheng's defense.

Zhou Zheng was meticulous and did not dare to slack off.

He's well aware of Ginobili's abilities, and he's a very tricky shooting guard. The only thing that has kept him in the league superstar is physical fitness...... This is also Zhou Zheng's shortcoming.

Ginobili was patient, tentative from beyond the three-point line.

Zhou Zheng was unmoved.

But it didn't take long for Ginobili to get the best line of attack, he was a left-handed, and he was extremely good at the European step.

At the moment when Zhou Zheng's footsteps stepped slightly into the air, he suddenly attacked, twisting his 'water snake waist' and galloping away from Zhou Zheng's side in a peculiar posture, and Zhou Zheng hurriedly pursued... But Ginobili's pace is very staggered, and his breakthrough rhythm is unusual.

Moreover, he is not a score-oriented player, he handed the basketball to Scola before rushing to the free throw line to attract the bag, and Scola sat with Yi Jianlian and easily forced one.

Then the Chinese team went on the offensive.

Chen Jianghua controlled the ball and galloped all the way to the frontcourt, and then handed it to Zhou Zheng...... His function is to defend quickly and counterattack. Once there is no chance, hand over the basketball to Zhou Zheng and let Zhou Zheng sort out the half-court position.

"I've heard your breakthrough is very distinctive, come on. ”

Ginobili was very belligerent.

Zhou Zheng looked up at the position of the players, and then bent down.

He is different from Ginobili, Ginobili's breakthrough is dominated by European steps, coupled with the charming waist twisting, it is really a beautiful scenery in the NBA.

Zhou Zheng is good at rhythm cutting, disrupting opponents with different dribbling rhythms.

He slowly flapped the basketball.

Ginobili was engrossed, his eyes glued to Zhou Zheng, trying to see Zhou Zheng through.

At the same time, Zhou Zheng is playing basketball faster and faster... He always kept the basketball in front of him, but the rhythm of the basketball hitting the floor became stronger and faster.

The basketball is like a hypnotist's swinging pocket watch.

"You've been passed. ”

Zhou Zheng said softly.

Engrossed in Ginobili was stunned, Zhou Zheng, who was dribbling the ball between square inches, suddenly pulled his pace, and the basketball flashed to the far left with a sharp crossover, Ginobili subconsciously went to chase, but it was already a beat slower.

At the moment when he chased after him, Zhou Zheng made a lightning turn and made a backward movement, killing his defense directly and drying it on the other side.

At the moment when Ginobili's eyes were still looking to the left, Zhou Zheng had already rushed into the three-point line, and then quickly ran to the penalty area. Oberto hurriedly made up for the defense, Zhou Zheng's wrist flicked, Yi Jianlian flew up and poured the basketball into the basket hard!

Relay in the air!

There was a boil in the arena.

…… (To be continued.) )