After the start of the fourth quarter, Li Zhen stayed on the bench.

Phil Jackson didn't want Lee to fight a war of physical attrition. Moreover, now that he has a 9-point lead, let the rotation lineup top three or four minutes, and then let Kobe Bryant play, and at the final decisive moment, replace the outside twin stars.

This is a personnel adjustment for Phil Jackson.

Theoretically, it's very doable.

But... The Cavaliers, however, were unconventional, and McBrown didn't let LeBron James rest in the rotation. Instead, they continued to put him on the pitch.

LeBron James, as a nationally recognized super genius and the strongest small forward in the league today... His strength is not to be underestimated.

He faced the Lakers' rotation lineup led by Smash Parker and Andrew Bynum, and immediately played a devastating offense.

Under his strong assault and multi-point tandem, the Cavaliers descended like a tiger, chasing the difference like a storm.

The Lakers were beaten by him, and the Quick-Loan Center arena was boiling again.

Charles Barkley in the live broadcast room also sang praises, saying that LeBron James is the most powerful small forward in NBA history, and it is only a matter of time before his historical status catches up with Larry Bird.

With 2:45 left in the fourth quarter, the Lakers rushed to replace Bryant, Jordan Farmar, and Kwame Brown.

I hope to stabilize the morale of the army with this lineup.

But at this time, the Lakers have only led by 3 points from the previous lead of 9 points.

Moreover, the momentum of the Cavaliers is in full swing and the morale is strong.

Although Kobe Bryant got into the paint area on the court and got a foul and made two free throws.

However, in retrospect, LeBron James scored 2+1 on Lamar Odom in the paint zone.

Next, the Black Mamba's step-back jumper missed the crosshairs.

The rebound was also taken away by Vallejo.

James then assisted Damon Jones for a 3-pointer.

The Quick Loan Center Arena climaxed instantly, and the sound was like a tsunami, and the Cavaliers finally completed the overtake in the score.

"Cleveland wins!!"

Although there are nearly eight minutes to go before the end of the game, Charles Barkley can't wait to announce: "When LeBron James finds his touch, when the Cavaliers' offensive firepower is activated by James, and with the blessing of home momentum, they can't be beaten." ”

"Now it's the death cross, and the difference will get bigger and bigger. Although Kobe Bryant is strong, his current hand has declined, and he lacks the ability to respond to his teammates, and he will never have the same ability to respond as James in his life. That's probably why Nike is now defining the James Signature Shoe as the highest-end product and downgrading the Kobe Bryant Signature Shoe by one notch. ”

Barkley said unabashedly: "Perhaps, this game will decide who is the No. 1 outside player in the NBA today!" ”

However, Kenny Smith added: "The Lakers still have Bruce Lee, his assist ability is ...... better than James"

Before he finished speaking, Charles Barkley asked rhetorically: "Do you really think Bruce Lee can get involved in such a high-level battle?" It's even about the league's No. 1 showdown, where two superstars compete at the highest level in the NBA, and do you think Bruce can be a part of it and steal the limelight from the top two outside players? ”

"If he really had the ability, Nike would have bought his brand a long time ago."

Barkley said disapprerovingly.

He seemed to have a point, and Earl Johnson nodded his head next to him, as well as the audience in front of the TV.

Everybody thinks... Now that the game has entered fairy fight mode, the defense of both teams has suddenly risen to the playoff level, Bruce Lee? He's really not enough to be the key factor in winning or losing.

Only Michael Jordan still firmly believes that he still thinks that Li Zhen will do something great.

Although there is no theoretical basis, he trusts his instincts: he feels a strong smell of familiarity in Li Zhen, and he believes that Li Zhen will definitely be like himself, and every time the battle of focus erupts with a power beyond the norm.

As for Barkley's talk about sneakers, Jordan believes that Charles doesn't understand business at all.

In fact, Nike's founder, Phil Knight, had consulted him before that. His answer was resounding: if you want to have a second AJ, then promise him everything.

When Dr. Knight asked him why, his answer was still so decisive: Feeling!!

Very idealistic.

However, it gave the founder of Nike a big boost. As a successful businessman, he knows that the key reason for many big decisions is... Feel.

Nike, which was little-known at the time, signed a share contract with Zhaofeng Er Jordan because of feelings.

Don't... Is Bruce really the second AJ?

Phil Knight, who was in front of the TV, was also looking forward to it.

The morning before yesterday, they finally got an accurate quote from Li Zhen's team.

Li Zhen set the valuation of his sneaker brand at $280 million, and he only accepts no more than 35% of Nike's shares, and he will take 40% of the invested funds as bonuses for himself and the sneaker team, and the remaining 60% will be used for the promotion and expansion of the sneaker brand and the establishment of North American sales channels.

This led Nike's executive director to call it a robbery.

As a result, the situation came to a stalemate.

Just like the picture on the field now.

The Cavaliers didn't show the momentum of pushing and pulling after Damon Jones hit a three-pointer to complete the lead, and although Kobe Bryant's touch has decreased, he still creates damage through various sharp breakthroughs...... His arsenal is simply too rich.

And, while attacking the Cavaliers' penalty area, he also led his teammates to pull up a tough defense.

Fueled by his roar and death glare, the Lakers' defensive intensity has risen to playoff level.

Both teams played with real fire.

The Cavaliers also put a lot of troops on the defensive end, and both sides went into high-intensity mode.

So, naturally, it evolved into a superstar catch-and-fight to solve the battle.

Between LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, you go back and forth, and no one can help anyone.

However, as the game entered the penultimate minute, Cavaliers coach McBrown replaced Daniel Gibson on the court...... The second-round show who was completely blown up by Li Zhen in the opening was ashamed and brave, and through tenacious running, he avoided Jordan Farmar's pursuit twice and hit 3 points one after another.

The Lakers went from trailing by 1 point to trailing by 7 points in an instant.

Backbite!

Phil Jackson hurriedly called a timeout with 2 minutes and 56 seconds left.

The Lakers are in a very dangerous situation.

"Daniel Gibson completed his redemption. Although he was blown up by Bruce Lee in the opening game, if the Cavaliers win this victory, he will be the pride of the entire city because of these two three-pointers. Listen, now the Quickloan Center Arena has resounded with overwhelming cheers for him. ”

Earl Johnson said emotionally in the live broadcast room: "This is the charm of sports competition, as long as the game is not over and the stopwatch does not stop, everyone has the opportunity to counterattack and create miracles." ”

As Earl Johnson exclaimed Daniel Gibson, Phil Jackson called Li Zhen's name. And he was given a lineup of Radmanovic with Eddie Griffin and Kwame Brown plus Kobe Bryant.

He hopes that Li Zhen can play a more important role in the game, especially when Kobe Bryant is not feeling well at the moment, he will connect with other players and play an offensive firepower!

Backbite!

The whistle blows, and the final decisive moment arrives.

Interestingly, the Cavaliers did not continue to put Gibson, who just hit two three-pointers, on the court, but formed an offensive and defensive lineup of Larry Hughes, Pavnovic, LeBron James, Andrew Vallejo, and Ilgoskas.

When Li Zhen arrived in the front court with the ball, Larry Hughes immediately met him head-on.

Although he consumed a lot of physical strength last night, he was grabbed by Li Zhen with 6 explosive power.

However, his athleticism is still above Li Zhen. After all, he broke into the league with the 'big Iverson' back then.

Therefore, when he pressed up head-on, Li Zhen suddenly felt strong defensive pressure.

However, he soon caught up with him.

He was going to play with Larry Hughes a little physically, but Hughes actually took the lead and used his height and weight to drive Li Zhen to the left touchline: a classic isolated defense. The Spurs are very good at pressing outside players to go to the baseline and then use Tim Duncan's amazing defensive deterrence to devour them.

However, Li Zhen obviously would not obediently obey Larry Hughes's intentions.

When he took two steps to the left, he immediately came to a sharp stop. At this time, Eddie Griffin on the flank came up with just the right amount of cover, and he quickly changed direction and shook off.

When Li Zhen stepped away, Vallejo, who was making up for the defense, stepped up directly without any hesitation.

Burst!

The huge impact made Li Zhen stumble at that time, but in the middle of the stumbling, his basketball suddenly attacked.

It pierced into the restricted area as quickly as a bullet from the chamber.

Poof!

As Li Zhen fell to the ground, the Quickloan Center Arena didn't even have time to laugh...... Bang!

Kwame Brown finishes violently smashing the basket.

Through the display of slow motion, people can see clearly that Li Zhen had already captured the vacancy of Kwame Brown the moment he passed Larry Hughes, and made a hidden pass.

Although behind he bumped into Valejo and comically fell. But that didn't affect his perfect assist.

"Bruce's assists are fantastic, but the physicality is even worse, and it's hard for him to make such a successful thrilling assist every time." Earl Johnson lamented: "You know, the Cavaliers' defense isn't really playoff right now. If Larry Hughes had pressed at the top of the arc, he wouldn't have even been able to get inside the three-point line. ”

"It can't be said that if Bruce's explosiveness had been a little stronger, he would have been able to dodge Vallejo with a sharp acceleration after changing direction just now. Moreover, his ball control and flexibility are extremely good, and if he catches the hole, the pressing defense is a complete pass. ”

Kenny argued diligently.

But it is clear that everyone disagrees.

The same goes for LeBron, who again criticized Larry Hughes on the court. He felt that Larry Hughes should have sniped directly from the three-point line instead of letting him go deep inside the three-point line.

This made Larry Hughes's resentment almost reach a critical point.

He couldn't stand LeBron James hearing his face again and again in front of him. Obviously, the biggest reason for this defensive failure was that Ilgoskas did not keep up with Kwame Brown, allowing him to get an open spot. How much does it have to do with me?

Back in the half, Larry Hughes struggled to make tactical runs.

However, the basketball ended up being handed to Pavnovic.

Bang!

The Europeans failed to hit the basketball.

Kwame Brown protected the rebound, and he quickly passed to Lee Jin.

Li Zhen held the ball and accelerated the pace and went straight to the frontcourt, Larry Hughes chased all the way and successfully completed the interception at the top of the three-point line.

He then played a pressing defense amid LeBron James' shouts.

He went up and gave Li Zhen a strong collision.

But... Li Zhen just shook his body, took half a step back, and then actually bumped into him again.

It made him rather strange, but he didn't dodge it either.

Burst!

Another impact, but not head-on, but a beautiful brush.

Larry Hughes didn't expect it, he didn't expect that Li Zhen's speed seemed to be suddenly faster, and his hands and feet reacted inexplicably slower.

In just a moment, he felt the light and shadow intertwine in front of him...... Shout!

Lee Jin stepped through his defense and quickly cut inside the three-point line, and Pavnovic hurried over to help.

But just as he took a step, Li Zhen's basketball passed under his crotch and hit the ground to Radmanovic.

Swish!

Beautiful three-point shots.

102:104。

It's only 2 points away.

James angrily begged for a timeout and told Larry Hughes, "I'm very disappointed in you. You can't even defend that guy. ”

When Larry Hughes heard this, his emotions immediately flooded.

He pushed back on the spot: "If you think he is a cat and a dog, you can defend yourself." ”

As he spoke, he turned around, and he actually whispered to Li Zhen: Come on!

And bumped him on the shoulder.

This crash.

Li Zhen's expression instantly became stunned, and it was extremely incredible.

？？

for he hears it clearly in his head...... A gift from the Fallen, +1 innate energy.

What's the situation?

He never dreamed that he would get another talent from Larry Hughes. In fact, in the head-to-head confrontation just now, he has already received the last four points of talent from Larry Hughes. That's why he's so quick to jump over the defense.

He was already very happy about it.

I didn't expect that... Now it's 1 point added. And... Or is it a gift from an adversary? Why? Larry Hughes actually thought about giving me talent? How much he has been wronged.

James, why bother?

He turned his head sideways, and LeBron was spitting on the bench to instruct head coach Mike Brown on how to set up his tactics, and he looked confident.

But Li Zhen looked up at the time, and there was still 1 minute and 42 seconds before the end of the game.

That's enough!

……