Chapter Seventy-Nine: Unpopular
At this time, Coach K decisively used up the last timeout.
He has to lay out an offensive tactic to ensure that the score is matched.
The Duke players returned to the bench with solemn looks.
In the last 50 seconds, the success or failure of the whole season may be at this moment, and even Zhang Zifeng, who has always had a big heart, has a heavy face.
Everyone knows in their hearts that this may be the most critical shot, and if you hit, there is still a chance.
If you don't shoot, that's the end of Duke's season.
Who bears the pressure and responsibility?
Zhang Zifeng stood up firmly and said, "Coach, I feel good today, let me come." Everybody cover for me! β
Seeing Zhang Zifeng stand up again, Parker, who was silent, stood up and said, "I'll come." I'm the boss of the team and I should be held responsible! β
Lao K watched Zhang Zifeng sweat profusely, and spoke with a wheezing sound. After much thought, I believed Parker.
"Parker, I need you to hold down the time, to attack from the high post when the offensive time is running out. If the chances are bad, pass the ball out. Got it!? β
Seeing that Lao K still trusted himself in the end, Parker felt relieved, nodded and said, "Don't worry, leave it to me!" β
Old K took a microphone pen and drew on the tactical board, "Parker, you start from this side, Jefferson, you come out to help cover." Jack, you go to this bottom corner, Cook, Hood, you stand here and help Jack create shooting space when Parker is restricted. OKοΌ β
All the players nodded.
Old K stretched out his hand, "One, two, three, Blue Devil!" β
"Blue Devil!"
The significance of this game is significant for Mosel University, it is more than just a tournament.
If the team can beat the mighty Duke University, the players' self-confidence will be boosted, and then they can go for the team's all-time best place.
In the same way, Smith is hoping that the team can use a good defense to stifle the opponent in the final moments.
Coach Smith at Mosel University was also telling the players: "This goal is very important, the Blue Devils will definitely try their best to score this goal, and everyone must fight to prevent this goal." We worked hard the whole game and it was up to us to defend this time. The other party, Parker and Zhang Zifeng, is the key, and I guess it must be one of them. Glenn, Dennis, you two have the heaviest responsibility, and if you prevent it, we at Mosel University will win. Come on! β
"Yes!" The Mosel University players shouted in unison.
The referee blows the whistle and players from both sides walk onto the pitch.
At this time, it would be a lie to say that he was not nervous, and looking at the players who walked on the court, Lao K could only pin his hopes on them.
After all, it is up to the players to decide the winner or loser!
The game restarted and the atmosphere among the Blue Devils fans was not as buzzing as it was before the game.
Although the score is only two points away and Duke still has possession, the Blue Devils fans are still on the lookout.
Especially Parker is holding the ball at this time, although Parker has just scored, Parker's performance tonight is really unsatisfactory.
Equally nervous is Mosel University coach Smith.
Coach Smith's heart was about to raise his throat, and his palms were full of sweat.
Thankfully, his players didn't show impatience.
Coach Smith nodded, as long as he didn't lose, it didn't matter if he played overtime.
He could tell that the guy from Duke University was having problems with his physical strength.
Without that guy, with Parker's state today, Duke University is nothing to worry about.
In overtime, the balance of victory will definitely be in their favor at Mossel University.
It was the most crucial goal of the game because it was the difference between winning and losing the game.
Parker was focused, and he didn't forget what he had thought before this game. The best way to continue to be the boss of this team is to prove that you are strong!
As long as he scores the winning goal, everyone, including the fans, will only forget his previous poor performance and will only remember the winning goal with his shot.
Coach K made a palm down gesture and signaled his players to attack slowly.
Don't rush, there is still time, take your time and strive for a success rate.
In the face of Glenn's defense, Parker did not rush to attack and pressed the time.
Teammates opened up space for Pakla with 10 seconds left in the 35-second offensive time limit.
Parker moved, and Glenn in front of him spread his arms.
Parker made a crotch and started shaking, while Glenn was unmoved.
At this time, Jefferson ran to the high post and made a high pick-and-roll for Parker.
"Parker rushed into the box!"
The commentator shouted loudly, and Mosel University fans were on their toes, knowing what that meant.
However, in the next second, the commentator Wharton shouted again: "Zhang Zifeng ran to the bottom corner!" Will Parker pass the ball? β
Blue Devils fans are worried because Parker has already missed too many of these shots tonight.
Kostic also blocked from the other side, but he and Glenn wrapped Parker in front and back.
Parker jumped up and threw the basketball to the basket, which made a graceful arc in the air......
It was Duke who equalized the score, or Mosel University who could flip down and upset the No. 3 seed Duke team.
With the eyes of the audience, the ball spun and landed towards the basket.
Parker smiled, and he felt the ball there.
Just as he was about to shake his fists in celebration, God played a joke on him.
The ball hit the inside edge of the basket, then rolled twice and slid out.
Seeing this scene, Parker was stunned.
The Blue Devils fans in the stadium instantly slumped in their chairs and let out a sound of disappointment. β0~NO!β
Mosel University fans immediately boiled!
When Zhang Zifeng shot at Parker, he rushed to the restricted area from the bottom corner.
Although he knew that the competition could not be compared to those tall men, Zhang Zifeng still rushed in without hesitation.
Perhaps, how many balls will fly farther, or just towards you?
Opportunities are only given to those who are prepared.
Zhang Zifeng rushed forward, Dennis didn't let go, and wanted to get stuck in the position.
The two bumped into each other, Zhang Zifeng fell directly out of the field, and Dennis also fell to the ground.
At the last critical moment, the referee is very cautious in blowing penalties, and generally the whistle will not be blown for minor fouls.
The whistle didn't blow, and Kostic pressed Jefferson to grab the rebound and pass it to Glenn as soon as possible.
Old Coach K yelled, "Foul quickly!" β
Parker was still in a trance, and he couldn't react at all for a while.
Glenn dribbled straight up front and Jefferson desperately chased after him, but couldn't catch up at all.
Glenn made a layup to give Mosel a four-point lead.
Old Coach K saw that he had always been gentle and elegant, and he instantly jumped like thunder.
With just over 20 seconds left, Duke was five points behind and was just one step away from jumping into the abyss.
Duke serves, Parker is in a trance at this time, and Cook doesn't dare to pass the ball to him at all.
As soon as Zhang Zifeng ran over from the front court to catch the ball, he accelerated with the ball.
At this time, how could Dennis let Zhang Zifeng easily bring the ball to the frontcourt.
Dennis clinged to Zhang Zifeng, desperately interfering with Zhang Zifeng.
At this moment, as long as it is not a particularly obvious foul, the referee will not easily blow for a foul
Zhang Zifeng struggled to dribble the ball to the front court and grabbed three points.
It's a pity that under Dennis's interference, the ball hit the iron.
Seeing that the ball was grabbed by Glenn, Jefferson immediately fouled.
Penalty kick!
Under pressure, Glenn hit both free throws.
With 14 seconds left and six points behind, Duke has no timeout.
Serving in the backcourt, Cook took the ball to the frontcourt, Zhang Zifeng received the ball and carried Dennis, and made a three-point shot.
It's a pity that the last effort also failed, and it was directly three non-sticks.
Seeing Bryan pick up the rebound, all the players on the Blue Devils' bench were disappointed.
At this moment, the Blue Devils fans covered their mouths, and the faces of the loyal fans covered in blue paint were covered in tears.
Lost!
At this time, the Mosel fans all stood up, and people craned their necks and raised their arms in the air, waiting for the next second of cheers.
When the whistle blows!
No. 3 seed Duke University lost 71-77 to No. 14 seed Messer University, creating the biggest upset of the tournament.
The audience at Moser University erupted in thunderous celebrations!
The cheers of Mosel University fans are uncontrollable!
βYESοΌ YESοΌ The Mosel coach also rushed on the pitch at this time, hugging his players tightly.
Looking at the opponent's celebration and the sad eyes of the Blue Devils fans, Zhang Zifeng endured the pain in his heart, stepped forward to pick up Kukla, comforted him a few words, and patted Jefferson on the back.
Seeing Parker standing on the sidelines, Zhang Zifeng and him looked at each other wordlessly, said nothing, and walked off the field gloomily.
With their shrill boos and frenzied cheers, Mosel's fans stunned the pre-game Duke Blues to the tunnel.
When Zhang Zifeng walked into the players' tunnel, he turned around and glanced at the big screen, and the score on the screen made him feel extremely dazzling.
The cheers of Mosser's college fans let Parker know that his own era of the Blue Devils is only about to end at this moment.
On March 24, Duke walked into the tunnel with his head bowed and a frustrated face.