Chapter 673 [Double MVP]
Durant deeply felt the pain of "Warcraft" Howard back then. He is a person with a true temperament, and the crying on his mother's shoulder after the game moved countless people. People will congratulate the winners, and they will sympathize with the losers.
Westbrook's face was not good, but he was stronger, did not leave tears, and comforted Durant. "Brother, we are still young, there are still opportunities in the future, we will work together in the coming year."
"I know, I'll pull myself together...... Next year we're going to be stronger. Durant said loudly.
"I won't lose to Zhou Xuan next year." Westbrook took a deep breath and clenched his fists.
In this Finals, Wei Shao can be said to have been hit more than Durant. He felt that he could beat Zhou Xuan every time, and he also won the regular season, but Zhou Xuan in the finals was not the same as the regular season, and he taught him another lesson. It's not that you can win with hard work, he also has to learn to play to the strengths of each teammate, which he is far less good than Zhou Xuan.
Zhou Xuan is Westbrook's target, and he doesn't want to be suppressed for the rest of his life like Barkley and Malone met Jordan.
Not all Thunder players are as sad as Durant and Westbrook, and Harden, one of the three youngsters, is not injured, and the first thing he did when he returned to the locker room was to update his Twitter. "Wow, a magical season, for me and my brothers! I love them! Thank you to all the true Thunder fans for their love for us, Thunder cheers! ”
This passage, no matter how you look at it, looks like it comes from a player who wins, but it's not. Harden played 36 games in four games. 8% shooting percentage and contributing 12. 4 points 4. 8 rebounds 3. 6 assists, he went undercover every game, and he didn't fight a single time, maybe he thinks the team can reach the finals is a successful season. If Zhou Xuan had such a teammate who had no desire to win, he would definitely let him get out without saying a word. It's not a good mentality, it's a problem with the head.
Many family members came to watch the game away, Zhou Xuan's parents and Colo Moretz were at the scene, and the camera gave them a lot of close-ups.
Zhou Xuan hugged his family and friends, put on the championship cap, changed his clothes, and Kolo kissed him lightly on the face. Van Gundy couldn't help but complain: "Emma Watson didn't come to see the finals, but the super killer girl always supports the mage, and many people will think that they are a couple." ”
"Magic" Johnson laughed: "It's a couple, it's time to kiss." ”
Zhou Xuan was more excited than the 2009 Warriors, and at the moment there was a feeling that it was difficult to be strict, as if everything was under control, and it would be no problem to win the championship next season.
In the Warriors, he was just new to the league, and he had to take into account the thoughts of his teammates when he played, and he couldn't completely let go, and there were many voices questioning him after winning the championship. Many people think that he is not qualified to be the MVP, but he is lucky to get it because of the league's support. Now he is recognized as the No. 1 star of the Knicks, and his stats are the most beautiful on the team, the MVP belongs to him without suspense, and he has reached the peak of his career and become the king of New York. As long as he doesn't offend his boss James Dolan, he still has a long future ahead in New York.
Zhou Xuan still had the pleasure of revenge. Warriors owner Joey Lacob watches the news even when he's not watching the game, how does he feel now? Is it regret or anger? Or both.
The Warriors had a chance to build a dynasty, and they gave it up on their own. And Zhou Xuan is also glad that he has arrived at the Knicks, with Mullin who is willing to build a lineup with him as the manager, and a coaching staff who is willing to discuss tactics with him. There is also a group of teammates who treat him as the boss and have no complaints about his distribution of the ball. He enjoyed the feeling of being a leader.
Speaking to reporters, Jamison said, "I knew I was going to win a championship before I retired, and I felt lucky to be traded to the Knicks in the middle of the game. It's been the luckiest thing I've ever done since I joined the NBA. ”
Andre Miller said excitedly: "I'm really happy, although my role has been marginalized this season, but I'm happy to be part of the championship team, I'm going to have insomnia tonight. ”
Leonard laughed and said, "It's like a dream, I just joined the NBA and got the coach's attention, I will work harder in the future, I believe I will be better next season." ”
After D'Antoni shook hands with Brooks, he took turns hugging Zhou Xuan and others, and he finally made a successful career in his coaching career.
David Stern was also on the scene. He had planned to retire in 2014, but before he retired, he was glad that he had finally found an influential player who could win championships. Although he is Chinese, what does it matter? The goal of the NBA has long been to face the global market, and the emergence of a super international star may promote the future development of the NBA in various countries, and more outstanding international players will join the NBA.
There was also an interesting phenomenon at the scene, the Knicks celebrated the win on the road more than many teams celebrated at home. After 42 years, they finally hit the championship trophy again.
Zhou Xuan won 25. 7 points 3. 7 rebounds, 11 assists and 2 assists. 3 steals. Shooting percentage 55. 3% and 42 three-point shooting. 2%, and was elected MVP of the finals with super data. Coupled with the regular season MVP, this year has been a great year for him.
Scores, assists, and steals ranked first, and the shooting rate was higher than Zhou Xuan's. Gallinari shot 46 from three-point range. 6%。 Four games 19. 8 points, 5 rebounds, 2. 2 assists and 1 steal. With this kind of play by the two, it is too difficult for the Thunder to win.
The stats of Durant and Westbrook are also beautiful, with scores close to 30+ and a shooting rate close to 50%, which can still only be used as a background.
Zhou Xuan received the MVP trophy from David Stern and delivered an acceptance speech.
"It's me again." Zhou Xuan's first sentence, some fans at the scene burst into laughter. He continued: "This time I can proudly say to everyone that I am the best player in the league. The day came so quickly that I didn't expect it personally. I have to thank my teammates and coaches. Every award I've won has gone to their credit. It's the home of the Thunder today, so I probably shouldn't say too much about the away crowd, so that's all. We want to touch the championship trophy soon. ”
After speaking, Zhou Xuan took the championship trophy as a representative and held it high. There was also a round of applause from the away fans in the stands.
"Compared to Nowitzki's MVP stats last season, Zhou Xuan took fewer shots, was more efficient, and shot more than most interior players, which was the scariest performance in years," Barkley said. ”
Smith smiled: "If there is any shortcoming, I think the Thunder is a little weaker and lost without causing any trouble to the Knicks." The average age of their starters is only 25 years old, and the bench is not as good as the Knicks, and it was a surprise to reach the Finals. If there is no team in the West that has risen in the past two years, I don't think there is any team that can compete with the current Knicks. As long as they keep their current core squad in the summer. ”
"If there was a deal, I think they would be stronger than before," Barkley said. ”
Smith said: "There are a number of players who need to renew their contracts in the summer, and championships will make players inflated, especially Gallinari and Anderson, and renewing both of them will be very critical, and it will be interesting to see what the Knicks do." ”
The Knicks players celebrated, spraying champagne in the locker room. But instead of partying all night in the city, they flew back to New York as soon as possible, which was much more lively.
The players are all right. It's not fun to celebrate on someone else's turf, especially when Durant cried, knowing that the opponent is celebrating here, it must be more depressing.
Although the players on the plane were tired, none of them slept, and they were all refreshed. Except for Zhou Xuan, all of these people won the championship for the first time.
Leonard sat beside Zhou Xuan and said with a smile: "Stephen, how are you going to go back to celebrate?" ”
"Party with everybody, go to the parade, and then I'm going back to China. I have to go to the Olympics, so I'm going to get my strength back. Zhou Xuan said with a smile.
Leonard said, "You really have the energy to play in the Olympics? I'm tired. ”
"It's normal for you to be in your first year, and you're playing beautifully. I've never played for the national team and I have to try. Zhou Xuan said.
"Don't compliment me too much, I didn't even score a double."
Little did Leonard know that he was already a key player for the team and would be a starter in the No. 2 or No. 3 position in the future. Because of his presence, Mullin has no pressure to renew his contract, and even if Gallinari is gone, there will be a replacement.
Mullin has discussed with Richmond and others, and the possibility of other teams offering high salaries in the summer is not ruled out. Jordan Jr. was an example last season, but a blue-collar one received an annual salary of tens of millions. The Jazz also spent a lot of money to keep Millsap back then, and it will definitely happen to the Knicks.
Zhou Xuan also feels that Leonard has a future, offense can be practiced slowly, shooting and other skills can be improved with age, defensive awareness and defensive talent are relatively rare, Leonard has the potential to become an all-round fighter, and may also surpass Gallinari. Under these conditions, if other teams offer too high salaries, Knicks management will give up Gallinari in order to further put Leonard in the position.
The other players also have their own little calculations in their hearts, and several people want the management to get a raise. For example, Beverley, Anderson. They are all hungry for a big contract.
This is the kind of opportunity that Beverley's agent will not let go. Later in the season, Beverley has played more minutes than Miller and has been able to play in the playoffs, and he is fierce defensively and can shoot three-pointers. Miller is old, and it will be difficult to get a contract extension at the end of this season, and he could leave if he is unwilling to accept the veteran's base salary. Beverley, as the number one substitute, will get more opportunities.
Anderson is eager for a salary of tens of millions of dollars, and his three-point ability has been fully exploited, and he is also an important part of the tactical system. The Suns have given Frye a big contract, and the Knicks deserve to meet his needs.
Jamison was also ready to go. After winning the championship, he wants to change teams to play before he retires, preferably in a comfortable city.
Someone will stay, someone will leave, and the Knicks' roster is definitely going to change.