173, Orlando's pinnacle showdown
Fast forward to 2004 and the season is still in full swing.
In these days, Wu Di's performance is relatively average, while Maddie, who has the heart to compete with Wu Di for the scoring title, continues to continue the highlight of the season.
His momentum is so strong that people can't help but worry about how long Wu Di can sit on the scoring throne.
Fans are looking forward to seeing the two meet again, because every encounter between the two is like a big battle, which will make everyone look good from head to toe.
And under this expectation, the time came on January 9th, and the much-anticipated peak competition for the scoring champion finally arrived.
"The Orlando Magic will host the Washington Wizards for the first time since the Alpha Script, and now fans across the country have rioted. Obviously, no one would think that this game would be an uneventful one...... Hehe, even I haven't seen the game yet, but I'm starting to get excited, and it's good to be young. ”
A gray-haired, wrinkled radio host was reporting the evening, and the audience almost burst into laughter, given his age.
At this time, countless fans have begun to pour into the Amway Center arena in Orlando, most of them wearing the No. 1 jersey of the Orlando Magic, while some are shirtless and have their faces and bodies painted in a colorful color.
The formation showed their enthusiasm and they were so excited as home fans who were waiting for this match from the day Maddie challenged Wu Di for the title.
And now, the game is about to take place, and they really can't find a reason to calm down.
As the fans came in one after another. A luxury bus was also slowly driving towards the underground parking lot, and this scene immediately attracted the attention of some people.
"It's supposed to be a guy from Washington sitting here. Their record this year is still very good, especially the Chinese in their team. The basket is so accurate. ”
'He's got a quick shot and that's hard to defend. The important thing is that his physical condition is so good that a lot of feints that are difficult for others seem to be made very lightly when it comes to him. Although he is Chinese, I have to say, will he become a superstar? ”
"We already know how good Tracy is, and it's going to be exciting for two people to play against each other, haha. It's time to feast your eyes. ”
……
If Wu Di could hear the voices of these fans at this time, then he would definitely be surprised why these guys were so kind to him? For now, though, he can almost feel it through the window as some fans are waving at him excitedly.
"Hey, Wu, do you want to know why they're so nice to you?" Oakley laughed weirdly.
When Wu Di heard this, a trace of puzzlement flashed on his face. Motioning to Oakley to continue.
"Haven't you heard that Tracy seems to be planning to leave, and he is not content with the current status quo of the team's roster unless Orlando can change the roster. Let him be satisfied, otherwise, I'm afraid someday. He's really going to leave. ”
Wu Di asked puzzledly, "Then what does this have to do with me?" ”
Oakley laughed, "When they treat you like this, they must be showing kindness to you and throwing an olive branch." Maybe after the old scorer left, the new scorer joined. Of course. For these fans, they may prefer to see a backcourt duo with super offensive capabilities. ”
Belch~
Wu Di was stunned, and couldn't help blinking his eyes, he really hadn't thought about this aspect of things.
All along, he was always thinking about competing with these super scorers, let alone thinking about joining forces with them.
But now after Oakley's reminder, it seems that if his rookie contract expires, I am afraid that there will really be many teams targeting him.
"Honestly, I never thought about playing for other teams." Wu Di said with a smile.
Oakley blinked his eyes and said meaningfully: "Who can say what will happen in the future." The NBA is big business...... The so-called loyalty is always based on strength. ”
When Wu Di heard this, a flash of realization flashed on his face, and he was silent.
In the final analysis, in this alliance, as long as you have strength, you will be the master everywhere. has no strength, no matter how loyal he is, he can only pretend to be a grandson.
Soon, the bus stopped in the parking lot below the stadium, and the players on the field left the field one after another, and then rushed to the locker room.
Wu Di's face was normal, and he couldn't help but look around, the magnificent parking lots and stadiums were really not what China could have at this stage.
When he saw the Maddie propaganda posters posted everywhere, Wu Di's heart soared, and he seemed to be able to feel the fighting spirit displayed by Maddie on the page.
Tracy ...... Nice opponent, hehe. ”
Wu Di shook his head and muttered to himself.
Once in the dressing room, the players have a lot to do, warm up, practice, prepare for the game...... When the series was over, the players sat on the sidelines and waited for the game to begin.
At this time, Wu Di was covered in sweat, but his entire body seemed to contain endless energy, and his body continued to exude strong self-confidence. Judging from the warm-up just now, he was in great shape today and he feels that he has the ability to put on a good show again.
A smile crossed the corner of his mouth, and Wu Di glanced around.
Banners and signs about Maddie were floating around, and, from a distance, it seemed that Maddie's jersey was everywhere.
Obviously, in today's Amway Center, Maddie is already an absolute spiritual leader and a popular superstar.
When he saw Maddie who was pointing far away and smiling at him, Wu Di's eyes suddenly burst into endless light.
Feeling the overwhelming shouts around him, he couldn't help but burst into a shout in his heart: Orlando, I'm coming.
Today's game is a nationally streamed game, with TNT in charge of the broadcast, and the commentators are old partners Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley.
"It's not even started, but the atmosphere of the game is already very good, and this battle for the top score is really fascinating." Barkley sighed.
Smith chuckled: "Both are players that Michael values, they are both very good and have amazing offensive ability. I think it's going to be another big battle today. Hey, by the way, what happened to the last time the two played each other? I think it was very violent. ”
Barkley said: "Both guys got 50+ and I have to say, it was a classic. I hope Wu Di will not disappoint today. ”
When Smith heard this, he couldn't help but pout: "Haha, well, Wu Di will definitely not disappoint." Charles, in fact, you should pray to God that Tracy doesn't go out of sorts. ”
Soon, the atmosphere on the field changed suddenly, and the conversation between the two people immediately stopped.
In a round of applause, the starters of both sides began to appear.
Wu Di stood on the side of the middle circle, and Maddie, who was of similar height, was beside him, and Wu Di smiled slightly: "Tracy, if you want to take away the scoring title from me, maybe you need to work hard to average 35 points per game this season." Of course, I can feel that it's just too hard for you. ”
Maddie looked indifferent and chuckled, "Oh? Is it? We'll see, but I'd like to advise you, your current situation won't be able to stay on the top scorer for a few days. ”
The incomparably confident appearance of the two people fell in the eyes of the fans, which suddenly made the atmosphere of the scene a little hotter out of thin air.
The orange basketball was thrown into the air by the referee, and the game finally began as the two big men jumped up.
The Magic team got the ball for the first offense, and the initiator of the first offense was naturally the absolute core of the team.
"Tracy, teach him a lesson."
There was a shout from the sidelines, and the momentum of the home field immediately rose.
Wu Di's eyes were slightly downcast, and his attention was completely focused on defense, and the noise around him couldn't disturb him at all.
Suddenly, Maddie moved, posing with the ball in one hand, and his body and feet appeared extremely flexible. With a shake of his shoulder, Maddie faced Wu Di's defense and jerked up.
Wu Di's swift movements immediately startled Wu Di, but he still jumped up in time.
Feeling the distance between the tip of his hand and the basketball, Wu Di's heart was empty, obviously, this time his defense failed, and Maddie's sudden step-back jumper left him unprepared.
When the basketball entered the basket, the fans immediately slapped excitedly, this ball, Maddie has a very good grasp of the timing, coupled with the fast action, so he can easily win.
Immediately, it was the Wizards' turn to attack, and Wu Di waved at Arenas, and the basketball went straight for him.
Wu Di's face was calm, he glanced at Maddie, the arm holding the ball was stretched diagonally, and the movement of holding the ball in one hand came out.
Suddenly, Wu Di's body moved quickly, and the moment his arm leaned forward to break through, he also pressed down quickly.
Seeing this, Maddie quickly pulled back, but his arms still shrouded Wu Di in the range that he could defend.
However, I saw Wu Di's wrist move, and the basketball passed backwards under his crotch.
Call~
Maddie's pupils shrank sharply, and his footsteps instantly rushed to the other side of Wu Di.
However, his stealer didn't touch anything, and the feeling of emptiness suddenly made Maddie feel uneasy.
Bang~
The sound of a basketball hitting the ground reached his ears.
Wu Di's body jerked towards the side that had broken through with the action of dribbling behind his back.
"Beautiful continuous change of direction ~"
The sound of admiration resounded throughout the stadium, and everyone witnessed this scene, and instantly felt that Wu Di was about to break through to the inside line, after all, he had already shook Maddie.
However, Wu Di chose the jump shot with an extremely fluid movement.
Swish~
The sound sounded, and the mesh bag tumbled. (To be continued......)