Chapter 195: Finish the game with a black mamba
Staples Center.
On the scoreboard, the score of the game is displayed at this time.
At 107:107, the two sides were tied.
The atmosphere at the scene was extremely hot, and many people were even nervous and didn't dare to gasp for breath, for fear that the Lakers players on the court would be as lax as they were, and then regret losing the game.
"It's a surprise to be able to play this part today. This season, in the game coached by Chu Xuan, the only one who can make the Lakers suffer such trouble is the Rockets not long ago. In that game, Harden scored 41 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists, which made or break the game. â
"Griffin played fantastic, he's already scored 35 points, Paul wasn't in good shape today, he carried the Clippers on his shoulders. It can be said that they are not inferior in momentum, and who can win the game in the end depends entirely on who can survive to the end. â
In fact, when the game comes to this point, it is not only the strength of the players that needs to be fought for, but also the mentality of the players.
And, more importantly, in such a moment, every offense and defense is absolutely crucial.
The managers of both sides are putting the finishing touches on what is a matter of fame.
Chu Xuan had only one thought in his heart, that is, he couldn't lose, which made his brain run at a high speed, thinking about the final tactical arrangement.
Kobe Bryant was not in good form today, and his contributions on both the offensive and defensive ends were nowhere near his season average. And Chu Xuan was thinking about whether to leave the last period of time to Kobe.
The reason why I am so hesitant about the core arrangement is also because some people have behaved very well. Like Whiteside, he's already got a double-double of 16 points and 12 boards. Like Knoll, he's got 20 points. There's Nash, who has already dished out nine assists and has a really good shooting feel.
Obviously, there were a lot of choices in front of Chu Xuan. And in comparison, choosing Kobe Bryant is not too good a practice.
However, Chu Xuan always had such an impulse in his heart, and he felt that Kobe Bryant would not let him down.
The atmosphere was getting more and more tense, and the time for suspension was passing away rapidly, feeling those hopeful gazes that stayed on him, Chu Xuan clenched his fists tightly and made up his mind.
Kobe Bryant was also distracted, and when he heard Chu Xuan's shout, he immediately glowed with a different look.
"Kobe, in the final minute, you will be the absolute core, whether you shoot or pass, it's up to you to decide. I'm sure you'll be able to take the big guy to this victory. â
Kobe Bryant, the more you trust him, the more he will try not to disappoint you.
Obviously, Chu Xuan was right to do this, he captured Kobe's psychology.
Seeing Kobe Bryant's solemn nod, Chu Xuan couldn't help but smile lightly, he couldn't make the players feel nervous, it wouldn't be beneficial to the next game at all.
"We're going to play as we did and everything will be fine. Be confident, self-confidence is the driving force behind victory. â
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on the field.
A place where countless pairs of eyes are focused.
Ten players are in the final battle.
At the moment, the defense is the Clippers, and the person with the ball is Kobe Bryant.
Kobe Bryant feels extremely calm, and his mind at this time can be said to be extremely clear.
He knew what to do with the rest of the time.
"Put the ball in my hands, and you can rest assured. If you have a position, I'll pass the ball to you and let you finish the game. â
Thinking back to what he said before, Kobe Bryant couldn't help but look around coldly and observe the position of his teammates.
I have to say that the Clippers are extremely strict against other people other than Kobe, which makes Kobe Bryant shake his head slightly in his heart.
Obviously, even if he wants to deliver an assist, it will definitely not be easy.
At this time, Kobe Bryant couldn't help but wonder, what was his instinct?
It seems to be a score! Assists are good, but he needs to use his offense to take the pressure off his teammates.
As if finding the direction, Kobe Bryant no longer had any hesitation and made a single fight.
The person who defended Kobe was Barnes, and Mr. Villain was very knowledgeable about Kobe's defense, and his long-term confrontation allowed him to know how to defend Kobe.
Suddenly, Kobe Bryant moved, a standard Kobe-style breakthrough.
I have to say that this step is too fast, and it makes people feel that it is not at all what Kobe Bryant can do in today's state.
However, he did.
One step, tearing Barnes' defense, then stepping back, pulling away from Barnes.
Without hesitation, he made a jump shot and hit the basketball.
A series of movements were extremely crisp and smooth, the sound of basketball brushing the net sounded, the scene suddenly erupted like a volcano, and the enthusiasm of the fans enveloped the Staples Center.
âMVPïŒMVPïŒâ
Under the shouts, Kobe Bryant couldn't help but smile a little, this is his home court, even the Clippers can be regarded as the owner of this arena.
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Kobe Bryant hit a goal that boosted the morale of the Lakers.
He also seems to be very passionate defensively.
It was the Clippers' turn to attack, and given the timing, it was a very critical offense.
However, in the end, the Lakers managed to defend the ball, and Whiteside blocked the Clippers' nine out of ten goals twice in a row within a single round.
Instead, Nash hit his third three-pointer to bring the initiative to the Lakers' side.
In fact, the five-point advantage is quite obvious.
Considering that there are only more than 30 seconds left in the game, the Lakers' chances of winning can be said to be very large.
Then, at this time, even if the Lakers players didn't let up, the Clippers still played an amazing counterattack, and at the end of the final period, the score was tied at 113.
That is, the two sides will have to play overtime.
This is a rare overtime game for the Lakers this season, and it is the first time in Chu Xuan's coaching.
Before the start of the game, Chu Xuan arranged for the players to be patient and calm, and grasp the first few rounds of overtime.
After doing his mental homework, the Lakers did not disappoint him.
In the first two rounds of the game, the Lakers played all the offense, establishing a little psychological advantage.
However, Crawford and Barnes then hit back-to-back three-pointers to tie the score again.
In this situation, on the Lakers' side, Nash stepped up again, he made Paul's foul, and made both free throws to help the Lakers score.
Then, Knoll hit a key hook to put the Lakers in an invincible position.
At this time, Griffin made a key basket and equalized again.
And the audience suddenly became extremely crazy.
Because, at this time, there are only 8 seconds left in the game, and the holder of the offensive ball is the Lakers!
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"We have won the game, and God has given us 8 seconds to give us a chance to kill." Chu Xuan couldn't see any nervousness on his face, he made people feel as if the victory was really in hand: "Now, I'll arrange who will be the hero to end the game, after all, that's going to make headlines." â
Under the relaxed and humorous voice, a group of players of the Lakers couldn't help but burst into laughter.
They felt that by Chu Xuan's side, they could really always feel at ease.
"Kobe, do you have a problem? I need a mid-range shot. â
Kobe Bryant smiled slightly: "It's very simple, open up the space for me, and I'll finish the game." â
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"Kobe Bryant broke through with the ball, Steve Nash's blocking, the two sides formed a misalignment, and Bryant singled Chris Paul. Lakers' chances, is there a chance for this ball? â
The DJ roared excitedly.
And the fans at the scene also stood up one after another, staring at the field in anticipation.
Let Nash block and dismantle, this is Chu Xuan's deliberate arrangement, after all, Nash's shooting rate is particularly high today, and the Clippers will definitely not dare to let him go to cover Kobe.
In this way, the scene that Chu Xuan wanted to see Kobe Bryant hitting Paul in a misplaced back also appeared as he wished.
"Kobe, it's up to you." Chu Xuan muttered to himself, as the head coach, there was only so much he could do.
When Kobe Bryant hit Paul with his back, the game was left with less than 3 seconds, and the lineup on the Clippers' side immediately shrank, and Rivers was even more nervous to direct the players to wrap up.
Obviously, at this time, he sensed that something was wrong.
However, there was so little time left in the game, and Bryant hit Paul with his back, and he didn't leave any chance for the Clippers players to wrap up.
Of course, Barnes had a chance to wrap up Kobe, but he didn't dare because he needed to defend Nash.
Nash's shooting has been very good, especially when he has a good shooting touch, and the containment on the court is definitely huge.
In this way, Kobe Bryant is completely in a one-on-one state with Paul.
Anticipation, exclamation, nervousness......
Under the countless emotions, Kobe Bryant's signature turnaround jumper.
This goal completely ignored Paul's defense, although Paul jumped, but the height difference between the two sides was really not small, so he could only watch Kobe Bryant shoot.
And in this moment, all he can do is pray that Kobe Bryant won't throw the ball in.
However, God did not stand on His side.
Swish~
The ball goes in.
Cheers erupted.
"Kobe, Kobe!"
Black Mamba, the end of the game, lore!
I have to say that this was a shot that made people feel willful, and it finally drew a perfect end to the game.
At 127:125, the Lakers beat the Clippers.
Achieved 50 wins in the season, which is also the first 50 wins in the league!
On the big screen, the performance data of the players on both sides also appeared.
Bryant was voted the best player.
Lakers:
Kobe Bryant: 4-of-14, 2-of-7 three-pointers, 9-of-12 free throws, contributed 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists.
Nash: 7-of-10, 3-of-3 three-pointers, 3-of-3 free throws, 20 points and 11 assists.
Whiteside: 7-of-9, 4-of-6 free throws, 18 points, 18 rebounds and 4 blocks.
Knoll: 24 points and 7 boards.
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Clippers:
Griffin: 14-of-24, 13-of-13 free throws, contributed 41 points and 6 boards.
Jordan Jr., 1-of-1, contributed 2 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 steals and 6 blocks.
Paul:...... 14 points and 10 assists.
Crawford:...... 27 points, 1 rebound and 1 assist. (To be continued.) )