0651: [Epic Regular Season Battle]
"No more! Without! β
"There are no miracles!"
Stan Van Gundy sat on the bench with his eyes distracted. The strength of the Clippers destroyed his most tenacious nerves.
He was born into a basketball family and studied under Popovich. Although sloppy, he has always worked tactics, and he dreams of building a team that can win championships. In this way, the career is not in vain.
Yet, yet.
He had thought that the Magic would be the closest he would get to achieving his dream, and that there would never be a better superstar than Howard for his semi-circle tactics.
It's a pity that I have run into the Knicks again and again, and I have been losing in the playoffs, and I haven't even touched the Eastern Conference championship.
He thought he was out of luck.
But tonight's invincible Clippers revealed a brutal truth to him: it wasn't luck at all, it was bad luck. Some people are born winners!
Who would have thought that after Li Zhen abandoned the championship team of the Knicks, in less than half a season, before the All-Stars arrived, he would immediately form a team that could win the championship?
And, Bruce is getting stronger again!
Before, he was strong enough to capture. Now, he can only pray that he has a bad hand, and he has at least two moves that he can't defend.
Poor Vince Carter did touch the threshold of superstardom back then, but now in front of him, he is just a chicken, a dog, which is really pitiful.
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The Magic lost without a temper.
If Li Zhen hadn't returned to the bench to rest in the fourth quarter and let those rookies play, it was very likely that the score would have exceeded 40 points or more.
Tired!
Stan Van Gundy was honest when he chatted with his ancestors.
He has the impression that Larry Brown has always been a serious person, and his basketball philosophy is to always do the right thing.
This makes his image stereotypical and uninteresting.
But, for now.
He found that Shizu patted him on the shoulder and told him, "You are already very good, it is not your fault that you lost to Bruce." You just have the misfortune to live in his time. β
"If you want to win a championship, welcome to the Los Angeles Clippers advisory team."
Shi Zu's tone turned out to be frivolous.
Stan Van Gundy became sad.
What's even more sad is that Isaiah Thomas didn't even say a word about tonight's game after the game, instead shouting to the media: "New York, I'm back." β
"Phil Jackson, Jerry West. Those fantasies of yours, I will use my right hand to break them without leaving you behind. β
"Don't look at me like that, I know who you are, you're a reporter for the New York Times. I know what you're thinking, it's the coldest season in New York, and if you've watched tonight's game, you should know that the blues aren't going to hide anymore. Do you really think I'm going to give the championship glory to two ignorant and playful old men? β
"The Knicks' third crown is not destined to be successful, no matter how much money you spend, no matter how many tricks you use, no matter what kind of roster you put together. You are missing the most important thing. β
"Where there's blues, there's a championship. This is my final piece of advice to you. β
Isaiah Thomas made a loud voice in front of reporters in Florida.
He didn't mind turning this match into a battle of fate, let alone a feud.
Since the New York media has no respect for Bruce, don't expect a shred of warmth from it.
Isaiah has always been a ruthless man.
Moreover, he has broken up with James Dolan.
He will find a better man.
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James Dolan saw Isaiah's speech, he became very sad, he did not expect that there would be a scene of each other fighting each other, pointing the tip of a knife to each other's hearts.
He didn't blame the Assassins, he only hated himself for being too weak in the first place. Caring too much about the overall situation, let his wife and Jerry West and Phil Jackson completely break a good hand.
Although the Knicks are strong now, the majesty of the Big Three is unacceptable.
However, after all, it is not the same taste.
On top of that, the Big Three's salary, Garfield Jackson's salary, and Jerry West's salary, these are all extras.
As a boss, it's impossible not to think about ROI.
"You've got to win this game."
James Dolan didn't want to become a joke himself, and he mercilessly gave death orders to Jerry West and Phil Jackson.
These two are also gambling on dignity and careers.
For them, it's also a game they can't lose.
If they fail, most of their reputation will be destroyed for half of their lifetime.
The whole world knows that they forced away Li Zhen and the two-time championship team, and if the super luxury team they worked so hard to put together still can't defeat the rookie team that Li Zhen hastily organized.
Well, the joke is predestined.
Again, it was a game for James that he couldn't afford to lose.
He has lost his moral advantage in the competition with Li Zhen, everyone is criticizing him for his pinnacle huddle, and public opinion regards him as a villain.
He can only use one victory after another to maintain the legitimacy of his peak group, and use one championship after another to wash away the negative label on himself.
So, he can only win, he has no way out.
It's a game that doesn't require mobilization at all.
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"Bruce Lee is a fantastic player and he's even better when the referee is on his side. Sometimes, it's not easy to defend two people at the same time. β
Phil Jackson said this to the media after watching the Clippers' game against the Magic overnight.
It's his usual way, and he likes to put pressure on the referee with those words, which usually work.
He couldn't help but do it, Li Zhen's performance in Orlando made him feel a strong threat, and he couldn't imagine that Li Zhen could practice the triangle offensive tactics to such a pure angle in just half a season, and the players around him were actually some rookies.
It's incredible.
This proves once again that this guy doesn't like the triangle offense, but last season's lineup really didn't fit the triangle offense.
Deep down, Phil Jackson had already admitted that he had lost the battle with Li Zhen.
But now, he has to hold on and win the game.
Normally, he would sit in his room for a while, but in the past two days he has become agitated.
He sees this fight as a big test for him.
Also anxious is James.
He invited all the players to his mansion in New York before the game, and he wanted to make sure everyone was 100 per cent ready for the game.
Especially Francisco and Gallinari, these two tall shooters are known to be descendants of Li Zhen.
He was worried that these two would show mercy because of their relationship with Li Zhen.
After all, the media throughout New York City are now publishing news that is unfavorable to Li Zhen.
Two days ago, James heard words like 'dog food media' from Francisco's mouth. It can be seen that this Li Zhen's old ministry will be very dissatisfied with the behavior of the media.
And when James tried to pour chicken soup for the soul with Francesco and Gallinari.
Francisco Garcia had already spoken early, and with a polite smile on his face, he told James: "You don't have to worry that we won't give it our all in this game. Bruce called us last night and he wants us to give 200 per cent in this game and that's the only way he can afford us. β
"As the most important opponent of his career, you should know him very well. He is a man who has a penchant for victory, so he will not reap a flawed victory. β
"And, trust us, we're professionals. Private feelings never affect our performance. Actually, we're ready to give our all in this game, so that Bruce can look up to us. β
"Losing his respect would be the most regrettable thing of our career."
Francisco said mildly.
He used James's title with great respect, though.
However, what James heard was their sincere admiration and admiration for Bruce Lee.
This kind of heartfelt belief and admiration can't be exchanged for no amount of barbecue.
James was silent that afternoon.
He wanted to ask Francisco and Gallinari what kind of people Bruce was, and how he could make people worship to such an extent.
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Eddie Griffin made a point of gathering the young players on the morning of the matchday.
These players are very restless, with extreme momentum and anger on their faces.
They all saw the New York media's reports on Li Zhen from the TV and computer in the hotel, and these voices made their young and frivolous blood rush with enthusiasm.
The past few months of getting along have made everyone respect and worship Li Zhen from the bottom of their hearts, especially Griffin, a bloody bear child who is scolded every day, he is extremely angry.
"I want to smash the Knicks' basket right now and stuff it in the mouths of those reporters."
"No one wants to stop me from smashing the basket tonight!"
His excited expression is easily reminiscent of a Chinese proverb: "A filial son comes from under a stick."
Of course.
Paul George and Gordon Hayward are also very radical, the two regard Li Zhen as their idols in life, and during this time, they have made rapid progress, and they cannot do without Li Zhen's careful teaching.
They get a lot of playing time and correction opportunities with this team.
They've both been selected for this year's All-Star Game, and their potential has been recognized by everyone, and everyone thinks they'll be All-Stars in the future.
So, when those voices that belittled Li Zhen circulated in the New York media.
They are unbearable.
"It feels like my father has been slapped five times in a row." Paul George said through gritted teeth.
That is, Li Zhen didn't hear this, Li Zhen heard it, so he had to widen his eyes and take out his ID card to show him: Do the current post-90s generations respect their predecessors so much?
And, it's not just these newcomers.
Even MiliΕ‘iΔ, the famous parallel trader... The recently revamped center forwards are all there: "These media are too much, like who take a taxi and don't come to the hotel." I will definitely contribute my strength in the competition. β
Forehead....
Eddie Griffin motioned for everyone to calm down.
"Bruce wants everybody to calm down. It's going to be a tough game, but you're going to have to travel light and Bruce will take care of everything. You just have to play as you normally would. β
Griffin helped Li Zhen pass the word.
Lee is not the kind of person who evenly transmits pressure to his teammates, and he wants these young lads to grow up healthy and happy, rather than under the pressure of forming a life-and-death rival with the best team in the league.
Let me carry these pressures.
Anyway, it started because of me.
Li Zhen said to Eddie Griffin so calmly at that time.
While Griffin was talking to the players, Lee was actually interviewed by TNT, with Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith sitting in front of him.
This game has become the most important regular season game of the year.
Li Zhen returned to New York, and Li Zhen's grievances with the Big Three ...... will all make a decision.
TNT also tried to ask both sides to do a pre-game show.
However, the Knicks refused, citing preparation for the game.
Li Zhen rarely sat in front of the camera to do an interview.
He gave the two commentators enough face.
This is destined to be a program that will explode in the ratings when it is broadcast.
There are too many people who want to know about the mysterious Li Zhen.
"Their coverage really made me uncomfortable."
Li Zhen responded to the New York Times and other media reports straight to the point: "Because... I've given it my heart. I'm doing everything I can for this team and the city to create glory, and even if I leave, I'm going to hide all the bad stuff. I thought I would be respected, but they didn't. Instead, they tried to provoke me like a mortal enemy. β
"When Isaiah left, when Eddie Griffin was swept away, when Jamilin was fired...... When all the familiar people around me were purged one by one, and we had to abandon the correct tactics before and meet some undeserved failures. β
"I had no choice but to leave. And, the management wasn't on my side at the time. β
Li Zhen said to the camera: "This is the reason for parting ways. β
"I'm not saying this to complain, just to state the facts."
"I'm looking forward to tonight's game. I also wanted to know if the Super Big Three were the more powerful, or if my little brothers and I were stronger. β
Li Zhenwen calmly responded to one question after another from Barkley and Kenny Smith.
At this time, Charles Barkley suddenly asked, "Then who do you think will win the victory?" β
"We didn't plan to fail." Li Zhen replied confidently.
"So who do you think is the best player in the league, LeBron James or you? This is a question that has been discussed all the time. Kenny asked aggressively.
"After tonight, everything will be revealed!"
Li Zhen is still very calm.
But anyone can see unquestionable confidence in his calm expression and calm tone.
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