Toyota Center Arena in Houston!

This used to be the home stadium of countless Chinese fans, and because of the influence of Brother Ming, the attendance here was basically full.

But since Brother Ming's retirement, the popularity of the Toyota Center Arena has decreased a lot, and there are many fewer Chinese fans who come here to watch the game.

However, during his several years with the Rockets, Ming Ge helped the Rockets gain a high reputation among Chinese fans.

And since the Rockets recruited Harden, the Rockets still maintain the demeanor of a strong team in the West, so many Chinese fans will still habitually watch the Rockets' games.

But all this has changed since Zhang Zifeng joined the 76ers last year, and the Wells Fargo Center Arena in Philadelphia is the home of Chinese fans, and Chinese fans who have the opportunity to watch the game will choose to go to Philadelphia to watch the game.

But tonight, the Toyota Center Arena seemed to be back to the past, and there were Chinese fans from all over the world who came to watch the game. The stadium was full of seats, and the voices of people were boiling.

It's just that these Chinese fans are no longer wearing the jersey of Rocket Mingge, but wearing the No. 14 jersey of the 76ers, holding Zhang Zifeng's support card high.

The visiting 76ers were the first to play, and they were greeted with boos and cheers.

When Zhang Zifeng was the last to appear, there were cheers and cheers in the sky.

The boos of the Rockets fans were completely covered by the cheers of the Chinese fans.

Buckley, the ESPN commentator who broadcast the game live, listened to the cheers and said to Kenny. Smith said, "Kenny, listen, this cheer!" If it weren't for looking at the retired jerseys hanging over the arena, I would have thought we'd be on the home court of the 76ers. ”

Kenny. Smith shrugged and said, "No way, there are too many Chinese people." Moreover, China has become rich and strong, and there are many more people who can travel abroad. I heard that when it is the time of the Chinese holidays, many foreign tourist attractions are occupied by Chinese tourists. ”

Barkley said enviously, "I heard that Zhang Zifeng's influence in China has far exceeded that of other sports and film and television stars, if it continues like this, I am afraid that in a few years, the 76ers will have no home and away points, and everywhere is their home field!" ”

Kenny. Smith looked at Barkley and said, "Hey, Charles. You said that when the Rockets fans came out on the court, they heard boos on their home court, and you guess what that scene would be? ”

Barkley thought for a moment and said, "For a Rockets player, that must feel very, very bad. It's as if you've been abandoned and betrayed by your home fans. If that's the case, I'm going to have to make a strong complaint to the league and then have them make a rule that the 76ers can't sell tickets to the Chinese when they play on the road! ”

Kenny. Smith laughed and said, "If I do that, I think the team owner will curse the league idiots and keep their important guests out of the arena." ”

When Barkley heard this, he also smiled and said, "Well, you're right. At least I think Alexander will definitely welcome the Chinese fans. It seems that other teams will have to be prepared to play away when they face the 76ers in the future. ”

When the Rockets players came out, they certainly didn't hear boos. It's just that this cheer is much smaller than the previous deafening sound, which makes many Rockets players very unaccustomed.

The Rockets players are no longer used to it, and the game continues to play as it is.

When the referee blows the whistle, it signals that the game is about to begin. The starters of both teams immediately stepped onto the field and waited for kick-off.

76ers starting lineup: Rondo, Zhang Zifeng, Grant, Ibaka, Embiid.

Rockets starting lineup: Harden, Gordon, Ariza, Anderson, Capela.

Beverley was injured this time, and Gordon started the game.

The Rockets are missing Beverley, the best defender among the guards, Harden and Gordon are players who don't like to defend, and many people think that Zhang Zifeng will be able to score high points again in this game.

The whistle blows again, the referee tosses the ball high and the game officially begins.

Embiid picked the ball to the backcourt, Zhang Zifeng grabbed the ball, and the 76ers took the lead in attacking.

While nominally Harden is a point guard, he actually plays as a shooting guard.

Zhang Zifeng took the ball to the front court and faced Harden.

Since 15 years, Harden has been considered by many to be the league's No. 1 scoring guard today.

The name of the first scoring guard, Zhang Zifeng is very interested.

Beat your opponent and snatch the first place?

After Zhang Zifeng had this thought in his heart, he couldn't bear it anymore. Zhang Zifeng signaled that the team was pulled away, and he wanted to single Harden.

Seeing that Zhang Zifeng and Harden were about to face off as soon as they started, Barkley excitedly shouted, "Oh. Zhang Zifeng is going to face off against Harden. Harden is averaging 29.1 points, 11.2 assists, and 8.1 rebounds per game so far this season, and is considered by many to be the No. 1 scoring guard in the league today. But now his first place is likely to be snatched away. Zhang Zifeng has risen strongly this season, averaging 33.7 points, 7.9 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game. Zhang Zifeng's performance was not lost to Harden at all. Who's better, who's the league's No. 1 scoring guard, maybe we'll know tonight! ”

looked at the second-year rookie in front of him, and he actually wanted to single himself out. Harden's eyes, which were always lazy and lazy, were also more serious.

Zhang Zifeng cautiously approached Harden with the dribble.

Although this guy has a loose defensive attitude, he has the height, weight, and reach, and he doesn't suffer in defense.

Who knows if Harden will suddenly have an epiphany and then incarnate into Superman.

Approaching Harden, Zhang Zifeng made a cross dribble, and then suddenly changed direction and accelerated to break through diagonally.

Harden reacted immediately.

Seeing Harden's reaction, Zhang Zifeng braked suddenly, withdrew outside the three-point line, and jumped up.

Seeing that he was out of position, Harden didn't bother to jump up to interfere with the other party, and directly stopped and watched Zhang Zifeng make a move.

The ball flew in the sky and landed in the basket, drawing cheers from the Chinese fans in the audience.

Ball in, three points!

Seeing Harden defending Zhang Zifeng with his eyes, Barkley sarcastically said, "I thought there would be a fierce confrontation, but Harden's defense is impossible to win Zhang Zifeng." I really don't understand why everyone else calls Harden the No. 1 point guard. I've never seen a No. 1 scoring guard have that attitude on defense, Kobe Bryant won't, Jordan won't. I absolutely believe that Zhang Zifeng will snatch the No. 1 scoring guard from Harden this season, starting with this one! ”

Kenny. Smith defended Harden by saying, "It's not that Harden doesn't defend, he just puts more of his energy on offense. You must know that Harden can average a quasi-triple-double per game! ”

Barkley countered, "Does Harden's go-to-triple-double mean he can not defend?" ”

"......" Kenny. Smith was speechless to retort.

The 76ers opened the scoring and it was the Rockets' turn to attack.

Harden doesn't care about scoring one for Zhang Zifeng on his head, he wants to return one opponent in his best offense.

Seeing Harden coming to the three-point line, Zhang Zifeng's heart tightened.

Defensively, Harden is loose, but in terms of offense, this guy can definitely rank in the top five in the league.

Zhang Zifeng was heavy and stared at Harden intently.

Harden dribbled under his crotch, then suddenly burst hard.

Zhang Zifeng hurriedly followed, clinging to Harden and not giving him a chance to easily enter the restricted area.

Bursting into the restricted area, Harden felt like he couldn't continue, and stopped a shaking jump to shoot.

Zhang Zifeng jumped up in time, but this was a feint by Harden.

Zhang Zifeng was already jumping in the air, and Harden jumped up against Zhang Zifeng.

In the air, Zhang Zifeng couldn't effectively control his body at all.

Harden bumped into Zhang Zifeng, and the whistle sounded.

Zhang Zifeng has committed a foul!

Harden looked at Zhang Zifeng and said, "Rookie, welcome to the NBA!" ”

Seeing that he had paid for a foul, Zhang Zifeng was very remorseful, damn it!

Why did I forget that Harden is a well-known expert in the NBA.

He's the best foul maker in the league.

Standing at the free throw line, Harden hit two free throws.

3:2。

was fouled by Harden, Zhang Zifeng held his breath and wanted to get back on the court in the next offense.

The sharp breakthrough easily shook off Harden's defense, jumped into the restricted area, Zhang Zifeng collected the ball, dodged Capela's block, and then made a pull-up layup to score the ball.

The whole process was done in one go and it was very exciting!

Barkley saw it and shouted, "Beautiful! Compared with Harden, Zhang Zifeng's offense is more elegant and good-looking! ”

Zhang Zifeng scored on his head, and Harden seemed to be fine, still like he didn't care.

From dribbling to the frontcourt, Harden looked at his teammates outside the three-point line, and suddenly started, carrying Zhang Zifeng to break through inside.

Harden's breakthrough speed is not among the best in the league, and when he breaks through, he always holds the basketball straight with both hands.

Zhang Zifeng stuck to Harden, looked at the basketball in front of him, and couldn't help but reach out and want to steal.

Harden isn't fast, but his pace is very big.

When Zhang Zifeng just reached out to break the ball, Harden's body had already stepped over.

Zhang Zifeng's hand hit Harden's arm directly.

Harden's hands were strong and powerful, and Zhang Zifeng didn't knock his ball off with a heavy slap.

The whistle blew suddenly.

Hearing the referee's whistle, 76ers coach Brett Brown. Brown hugged his head.

Seeing the coach's substitution gesture, Zhang Zifeng reacted. By the way, Lao Tzu has committed two crimes!

Damn, I was touched by Harden and completely lost my normal heart.

In less than three minutes of the opening game, Lao Tzu gave Harden the game, and he couldn't play again in this quarter.

Kenny. Smith saw Zhang Zifeng off the court and said: "Harden's defense is very bad, but Zhang Zifeng who defended him is indeed driven off the court now." It's too early to say that Zhang Zifeng is the number one scoring guard! ”

Barkley also criticized unceremoniously, "Zhang Zifeng is a complete rookie, he even forgot that he had already committed a foul before, and he wanted to steal Harden's ball so recklessly, which is not a professional player's mistake at all." Zhang needs to reflect on the audience! ”

Zhang Zifeng took the towel thrown by the staff with a frustrated face and walked to the chair.

Brett. Brown patted Zhang Zifeng's arm and said, "Jack, don't care. Everyone has come from a rookie step by step to accumulate experience, and when you play more and accumulate more experience, you can learn how to face it. Rest well, we need your help for the next races! ”