Chapter 429: Goodbye, friend
Slowly, the blinding lights of the stadium were obscured. Nowitzki and Yi Jianlian, who were wearing training clothes, walked to Yiyang's side and stretched out their right hands respectively.
Yiyang grabbed the forearms of the two big guys, and suddenly a huge force lifted him up and pulled him up.
As soon as he stood up, before he had time to watch the score on the big screen at the scene, Nowitzki hugged Yiyang.
"Did we win Dirk? Did we win? Yiyang asked anxiously in Nowitzki's arms, judging from the reaction on the field just now, he really couldn't tell whether the ball had gone in.
"We're going to win, we're going to win!" Nowitzki let go of Yiyang, and more and more teammates came up. But the Thunder players remained on the court, and the three referees on duty gathered around the technical table, as if watching the replays. And the two coaches, Carlisle and Brooks, crossed their waists, anxiously awaiting the results.
"The ball went in, but the referee wasn't sure if the game was over by the time you made the shot. So, they're using video footage to determine the final decision. The anxious Yi Jianlian blurted out the cause and effect to Yiyang in Chinese, and Yiyang nodded in understanding. Did the thrower who couldn't see the basket go in just now? What a hanging!
Since this is a decision that directly determines the outcome of the game, the referee also takes it very seriously. Judging from the normal speed, it is impossible to tell whether Yiyang has already made a shot when the red light on the rebound ball is on. The three referees looked at it several times from various angles, but they still couldn't get the result.
Eventually, one of the referees proposed. Pause the screen at the moment when the red light comes on on the rebound. In that way, you can clearly see whether the basketball is in Yiyang's hands!
Everyone in the Chesapeake Energy Arena was staring nervously at the big screen, which was exactly the same as what the referee saw at the moment.
The replay started again, and Yiyang grabbed the rebound that was pointed out and went directly into the restricted area. Surrounded by Durant and Perkins, he hurriedly threw and the red light turned on.
At this moment, the referee pressed the pause button. When the results appeared, everyone gasped! The basketball may only be a few centimeters away from Yiyang's palm! However, it was these few centimeters that made the Mavericks get off to a good start at the Chesapeake Energy Arena!
"!" Durant shook his hand in disappointment and walked towards the players' tunnel. At the same time, the Mavericks players rushed up and surrounded Yiyang in the middle.
Carlisle, who was standing on the sidelines, wiped the sweat from his forehead, and when the referee watched the video just now, his heart seemed to be about to jump out.
And Kidd, who was watching the game at home, showed a relieved smile. Thanks for the gift, boy.
"It's incredible, it's dramatic. The battle between the two sides was very fierce, and it was not until the last 0.1 seconds that the difference was made! Call! Shaq, do you see the sweat on my forehead!? The moment the game ended, I even felt like I was in cardiac arrest. Barkley sat down slowly, soothing his heart, which was already overwhelmed by obesity.
What about O'Neill? He stared blankly at the pitch and couldn't even say a word.
With 53 seconds to go, ESPN and TNT both gave Westbrook the best of the match. The result? As a result, Yiyang, who had missed three consecutive shots and had been suppressed by Westbrook, became the final hero. One offensive foul and one throw, take away the game!
In just 53 seconds, the fortunes of the two defenders and the two teams have changed dramatically. Perhaps, this kind of unknown is the greatest charm of competitive sports!
22 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds and 2 steals, although the statistics are slightly inferior to Westbrook's 28 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists, but in the end, it still became a winner. He won Westbrook again, and he made the Oklahoma City Thunder, who were aiming for a championship, go back to nothing! Audience friends, the Dallas Mavericks have not lost until the second round! ”
"It's kind of incredible Charles, and I have to admit that I seem to be underestimating them a little too much before the playoffs start. While the Mavericks' roster has aged heavily this season, several core players have moved elsewhere. But the Dallas Mavericks are still very competitive. While losing the veteran, he is also constantly growing. Another kill, God, I don't remember the first time in my career that I won a match. At a young age, he has a big heart, and if he had just changed to another peer, his legs might have been weak! "O'Neal praised Yiyang for a rare time, and last season, people said that the kid was a lot like Wade.
But nowadays, no one says that anymore. Because of Yiyang, it is likely to become a unique star. He is not a shadow of anyone, but will stand on his own side in the Alliance!
Inside the Chesapeake Energy Arena, Thunder fans who had experienced defeat were disappointed. At this point, there were few people left in the stands, but the stadium was still bustling.
The reporters surrounded Yiyang and the others, and in such a dramatic game, of course they would not easily let go of this group of miracle guys.
Carlisle smiled, facing the pestering reporter tonight, he was distressed.
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One day after the game, people were still talking about last night's game. In particular, the picture of Yiyang's final throwing and killing was rebroadcast by major sports channels in turn.
Yiyang has only entered the league for his second season, and he has already contributed too many wonderful moments to this basketball world. Even Thunder coach Brooks said in an interview that Yiyang's goal was God's will!
Amid the jubilant sounds, the atmosphere of the Mavericks on the training ground today was a little heavy. Today, Kidd and Cuban will fly to Oklahoma to join the team. In addition to coming to the sidelines to cheer on his teammates, Kidd's trip had a very important purpose. The Mavericks will hold a press conference at today's media open day to officially announce Kidd's retirement!
Watching Kidd, who was in a suit and leather shoes, standing on the edge of the training ground and watching his training, Yiyang really felt a little unaccustomed. Since entering the alliance, Yiyang has been practicing with Kidd most of the time. Now, Kidd can only "watch the fire from the other side", which undoubtedly makes Yiyang feel very reluctant.
"You saw that kid's performance yesterday, right?" Carlisle stood beside Kidd, and the two began to talk without saying a word.
"See, though the word has been used badly. But I still want to say, it's incredible! Kidd stared at Yiyang sweating on the training ground, who would have thought that he was just a rookie?
"In the future, he will definitely be able to reach your height!"
"No!" Kidd shook his head, and Carlisle thought Kidd was denying Yiyang. "In the future, maybe he will surpass me, surpass Steve, surpass many, many people. If you look at what he's achieved now, it's beyond the reach of many players. I've been playing for almost 20 years, and I've only won one championship like him? But you have to know that he may win a few more O'Brien Cups. "Speaking of championships, it is the biggest regret of Kidd's career. As a point guard at an all-time level, he only got a championship ring at the end of his career.
However, compared to Carl. With Malone, Stockton and Nash, still struggling in the mud, Kidd feels lucky enough.
"Thank you, Jason."
"Huh?" Carlisle suddenly said thank you, leaving Kidd confused.
"You left a future for Dallas." Carlisle smiled slightly, Kidd's Yiyang for the Mavericks may affect the team's development in the next ten or even twenty years!
"It's not me who left the future, it's him who allows me to finally quit the game with peace of mind." Kidd lifted his head, trying to stare at the white light. It's a shame to cry in front of so many people!
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Press conferences during the media development period, where the journalists have already prepared all the equipment and a lot of questions. When the press conference began, the reporters were not disappointed! Today, there are a lot of Mavericks players and coaches, and all of them are in attendance! Kidd's farewell ceremony can't just be so-so.
"Thank you all for being here at today's press conference and thank you to the fans for their support. The Mavericks have come this far, and I have a lot of people to thank. But at this time today, I would like to thank one person individually. Cuban was the first to speak, and with that, he stood up and walked over to Kidd, and the two embraced each other.
"When Coach Carlisle and I decided to put Jason in the starting lineup last season, I was asked, 'Mark, are you crazy?' That old guy can't move anymore, you have a flower show, and you still let that old guy start?! The result? Cuban opened his arms, "I would say, if it weren't for Jason, we wouldn't have won the O'Brien Cup last season!" ”
"I always thought Jason could play for another two years, but Rick and I couldn't dissuade you. We respect your decision, and the only thing I'm happy about is that I can give you a championship ring at the end. Bless you, Jason. ”
After Cuban finished speaking, the reporters applauded. Kidd's eyes were a little rosy, and he was supposed to be playing with his teammates in the playoffs now. But...... Damn months!
Then Kidd took the microphone and said a lot, and it reminded people of a lot of things. He talked about his former teammates, as well as about himself and his Mavericks teammates.
Kidd doesn't want to lie, and he says his time with the Nets is what he is most proud of. But he also admits that Dallas has also given himself a home away from home.
Finally, Kidd finally talked about Yiyang. Yiyang has only been teammates with Kidd for two seasons, and in Kidd's nearly 20-year career, two seasons are not worth mentioning at all. But although they haven't been together for a long time, their friendship is surprisingly strong.
Kidd originally wanted to say a lot of things to Yiyang, but he knew that now was not the time to preach. This veteran only walked up to Yiyang and hugged him tightly.
"I'm gone, too. Next, it's up to you. A simple sentence made Yiyang's nose sour.
For two seasons, it was Kidd who has been with Yiyang. Teach him how to be a good professional player, how to be a good point guard, and even how to be a competent leader! Yiyang is used to training life with Kidd by his side, as if a good friend who has been with him for many years is suddenly about to go on a long journey. Before entering university, Yiyang, who lived in Wood District, had few friends. So now, he especially cherishes people who are good to him. This is true for Stevens and Hayward, and so is Kidd. He wanted Kidd to stay, but he couldn't take Kidd away from his choice.
Maybe Yiyang should say something now, but he can't say anything beautiful at all. Yiyang just left silently, giving up his position in front to the others.
Yiyang hid behind his back and lowered his head, muttering to himself in his heart.
Goodbye, Jason. Your legend is over, and I will continue to write this legend......