In 1997, the first of this epic war, Michael. Jordan gave Great Western Forum fans the first taste of losing in the playoffs this season.

This is also the first time this season that they have tasted the defeat of the Lakers and Shay.

In today's game, the Lakers lost and were won by the Bulls by just 10 points.

Michael. Jordan was the undoubted protagonist, he scored 43 points today, including 4 of 5 three-pointers!

This has something to do with the Lakers' defensive strategy, Shay put Jordan's three-pointer a little too big, and the keen Jordan seized the opportunity.

However, Shay also scored 38 points, which is only five points lower than Jordan's.

The key to the Lakers' loss lies in two people, Rodman and Finley.

Finley was horribly inappropriate today, scoring just six points and committing as many as seven turnovers.

There are more mistakes than scores, which is like writing more than pictures, so it's strange to win.

Originally, the Bulls' defense was extremely tight, and often Finley couldn't even see the basket anywhere.

In addition, he himself was too nervous, so his performance overturned.

Although Finley is not a super scorer, he is a sophomore and has averaged 16 points per game in this year's playoffs.

He is Shay's most trusted partner on the offensive end.

Today's 6 points in a single game undoubtedly made the Lakers' already poor offensive environment worse.

Finley was nervous mainly because before the game the whole world was discussing whether Finley, as Shay's second scorer, could help Shay as much as Pippen did.

These discussions unnerved Finley, who was too afraid of dragging Shay down and carrying too much psychological burden.

Coupled with Shay's confident statement that "we won the war before it started", the pressure on Finley increased dramatically.

In the whole game, he didn't think about how to win, but how not to make mistakes and not to lag behind.

But the more men try to get harder, the more they can't get hard.

The more you think about not making mistakes, the easier it is to make mistakes.

Finley's performance today was a mess, and not everyone was like Shay who was able to perform at his level under intense pressure.

Of course, if it's just Finley pulling the crotch, it won't make the Lakers lose to the Bulls by double digits.

The Lakers lost so badly that they had to mention today's second undercover Rodman.

The day before the game, Rodman was photographed playing in a bar until 4 a.m.

Have you ever seen Los Angeles at four in the morning?

No?

Then don't envy Rodman's woman's popularity is so good, because his woman's popularity is all through unremitting efforts and boldness.

Without sincere action, how can you win a woman's heart?

Therefore, Rodman was sleepwalking on the field today, and the magician directly suspected that Yajiu had not woken up yet.

His defense was forever half a beat slower, with just nine rebounds in a single game.

He allowed Kukic to score 21 points behind Jordan for the Bulls, while he contributed only one free throw.

Kukoc's guy may not be able to send charcoal to Jordan in the snow, but he still has the courage to fall into the well, and it is very big!

In the second quarter, Shay scolded Rodman: "If you can't fight, get out!" Just like you, you still want revenge on Jordan? If you can't beat it, now is the best time to quit! ”

Rodman suddenly woke up, but his body was still useless.

Enraged, Shay repeatedly rushed to grab rebounds in the second half, and finally grabbed a career Finals record of 12 rebounds in a single game.

told Rodman with practical actions, it's not that Lao Tzu wants to hug you, it's that you want to hug Lao Tzu!

It's a pity that although Shay tried his best, the Lakers finally lost the first game.

In the post-match press conference, Shay joined Finley and Carlisle.

At the press conference, reporters embarrassed Finley and accused him of ruining the Lakers' first game.

But Shay took the initiative to interject:

"Michael didn't play his best today, but I'm sure he can adjust quickly.

Don't forget, he has more championship rings than some of the most famous defenders who have retired, trust him! ”

Drexler: ???

Which well-known defender? Shay, you might as well make it clear!

But for Rodman, Shay was not so good-tempered:

"Dennis? He did what he liked, and without him, I wouldn't have grabbed 12 rebounds, and we didn't lose our rebounding total.

So, he could have rested two or three more games, and that's okay. ”

Finley was too nervous to play abnormally, so he was able to encourage him and let Finley let go of his psychological burden.

But Rodman is different, that guy didn't play well today, and he did it himself.

So, Shay had to wake him up.

In the face of different people, you have to use different methods to deal with them, and you have to prescribe the right medicine.

Shay's move was obviously useful, because the day after the loss, Shay found out that Rodman was actually the first to go to the training ground.

The big flower worm looked at Shay and scratched his head a little embarrassed:

"Well, I slept as soon as I got home yesterday, I swear! Don't talk about women, I threw away all women's contact information! ”

Shay couldn't help but want to snicker, he was hard when he threw it, but God knows how embarrassed he was when he tried to get it back.

But Shay still had a serious look on his face:

"It's my business, you can play and I'll be able to handle Michael myself. Jordan.

After all, before you came, I had already won Jordan twice. ”

The Shay formula is officially proposed!

If he wanted to change someone else, Rodman probably would have left it behind a long time ago.

Uncle, I don't wait!

But Rodman, after all, is the man who almost knelt down to sing "Conquest" to Shay.

So in the face of the angry Shay, he just smiled meaninglessly:

"Anyway, I won't make any more mistakes in the next game!"

It's not just Rodman who is getting better, but in today's training match, Shay also found that Finley's smile was much less than usual, and the whole person became very serious.

And in the training match, Finley also played very seriously and would never let go of any opportunity.

The loss of the first game of the series did not depress the Lakers, but rather raised the morale of the defending champions.

Shay watched the state of his teammates and looked forward to the series G2 even more.

Now, as long as you don't get Michael. Jordan blew up.

There's no reason you can't win a game!

On the Bulls' side, after winning the first game, the atmosphere in the locker room eased a lot.

Jordan told everyone that as long as the team is united, they will definitely win the championship back

So much so that in the face of the reporter's sowing discord on the transfer issue, Pippen only responded calmly:

"I know what I'm supposed to do now, and I know what my goal is, and you don't have to talk to me about it."

Obviously, Pippen doesn't want to talk about a transfer right now.

After leaving his job, he just wants to help Jordan connect the thighs of the heroes and gentlemen of the rivers and lakes!

Even if a reporter photographed Klaus actually taking time to watch Maddie and Billups try out in Boston during the Finals, it did not affect the Bulls' determination in the slightest.

Do you want to rebuild? Then I'll show you a champion!

As a result, both teams have now adjusted to their best physical and mental state.

so

Let the brutal killing continue!

Game 2 of the series continues to be played at the Great Western Forum, and the Bulls won't overdo it at home, after all, it's 1997, not 2023.

Before the start of the game, Shay and Jordan still had zero communication.

Although he has taken the lead in winning the game, it is not difficult to see from Jordan's solemn expression that he is still very afraid of the Lakers' counterattack.

After kick-off, Mutombo fought for the first possession.

And today, the Bulls took a flanking defense against Shay from the first quarter.

The last Finley blast made the bulls gradually emboldened.

They all know that Shay is the Lakers' only hope on the offensive end, so the Bulls can't wait to pierce Shay with their bloody horns.

If you can open up the difference as soon as possible, you can open the gap as soon as possible.

So just after halftime, Shay was caught between Jordan and Pippen. However, Shay couldn't attack, and half of the game was won!

Shay didn't hesitate and passed the ball to Finley in the face of a pinch.

But Pippen was moving fast and defended back the moment Finley got the ball.

At this time, Pi San has temporarily put aside those unpleasantness and wholeheartedly assisted Jordan to ascend the throne, so his condition is also excellent.

When Finley got the basketball, he saw that Pippen was already in position, so he habitually prepared to hand the ball back to Shay.

But Finley thought that if he didn't play a role in this, Shay would be caught in the middle of the day all the time.

When the time comes, the game will be very tough again.

I can't just know how to pass the ball when I encounter difficulties!

So, in the midst of everyone's stunned gaze, Finley began to dribble alternately in front of Pippen.

The magician frowned: "Finley, he's going to be. Singles Pippen!? ”

That's right, Finley plans to single-handedly play Pippen and help Shay distract some of the defense.

After a series of crotch changes, he accelerated to break through, and Pippen subconsciously retreated.

Who knew that as soon as he broke into the three-point line, Finley directly pulled out the jump shot!

Pippen stretched out his long arm for interference, and Finley was technically a shot against the defense.

But Finley shot extremely resolutely this time, and his action was not deformed at all.

He will never be a drag bottle for this legendary team!

"Michael. Finley is a mid-range dry pull, which is the style of play of a superstar. Basketball. In, in! Basketball hits! At this moment, he is the Mai Button of Los Angeles! ”

When the magician saw the basketball hollow into the net, he immediately waved his arms excitedly.

Finley himself shook his fist excitedly, almost hitting Pippen's temple.

Pippen is going to cry, even if you score a goal, you still want to get a headshot? After playing the series with the Lakers this year, he wants to write an autobiography, called "Court Survival".

Although it was only a goal, it was enough to give Finley's self-confidence a full boost.

He was hailed as Illinois's second Buckle back then, but for now, at best, Pippen was next to Shay, and he wasn't even as good as Pippen.

But so what?

With Finley's character, as long as he can help the team win, he is very satisfied!

This former genius didn't live up to what people expected of him, but he had to live up to Shay's expectations of himself!

This goal really made the Zen master muttering and scolding on the sidelines.

If Finley had opened up this, his defense would have been very passive today.

Fortunately, the Bulls still have a triangle offense.

Jordan didn't take the lead, and the ball was given to Sabonis in the high post.

At the same time, Pippen cut to the basket and Sabonis responded to get the ball to Pippen.

This is also a big reason why it is difficult for the Lakers to guard against the Bulls, and Kukoc and the roof of the world can always hollow out the Lakers' interior line and give Pippen and Jordan a chance to cut in.

But Pippen's layup after cutting in this time was tragically hit by the top board hat!

Pippen turned his head in shock to see that it was Finley who had just thanked him for sealing him!

Finley's defense is more aggressive than ever, and he won't let Pippen slip out of his hands easily.

The basketball bounced off the rebound, and the guy with the dyed yellow hair stood out in the crowd.

When it comes to fighting for the ball, there's no one better than Dennis. Rodman is more positive!

Rodman held the ball firmly with his hands straight before the basketball went out of bounds and before he stepped out of the sideline with both feet.

But because of the sudden emergency stop, Rodman's center of gravity began to lean forward under the action of inertia, and he saw that the whole person was about to fall out of bounds.

Moreover, Kukoc has also chased Rodman, and his arms are spread out to completely block the passing path of the big worm.

It looks like Rodman will either end up with the ball in Kukoc's hands or a fall out of bounds with the ball.

But Rodman opted for the third option, only to see him raise the basketball with one hand and smash it at Kukoc before he fell completely.

Kukoc thought Rodman was going to smash his shin and smash the ball out of bounds, so he immediately jumped up to avoid it.

But after jumping up, Kukochi found out that it was over!

Because Rodman didn't want to smash Kukoc's shin, but he just went to smash his torso.

But after Kukochi jumped up, his whole body rose, and the place where the basketball smashed became Brother Ku!

Kukoc hit a beautiful home run and pumped the basketball to the second row of the stands, and the Lakers had the ball!

Rodman couldn't help but pout as he looked at Kukoc, who was squatting on the ground in pain.

Don't blame me, it's you who want to jump up and call basketball.

You Europeans, you're having a lot of fun!

Kukoc's eyes were rolling in tears, I had done so much for the Bulls!

At this point, Shay walked over and gave Rodman a thumbs up: "Good job Dennis." ”

Rodman laughed: "Hahaha, of course, Lao Tzu is a genius!" ”

Kukotka: ???

Do you want to hear for yourselves, what you are saying is human?

You smashed King Jiji, what's the matter with the genius!

Rodman, once again, unsurprisingly, helped the Lakers get this kind of five-to-five ball possession.

The fans all over the stadium could see that Rodman and G1 were already two people.

He said that he would not disappoint Shay again, and then he would not indulge himself again until the end of the finals!

The Lakers got the ball, which meant the team had a chance to extend the advantage even further.

Although Finlay had just scored a goal, the Bulls still didn't seem to take it to heart and still chose to flank Shay.

Seeing this, Finley held the ball and broke through resolutely.

He still doesn't believe that he can't help Shay break this damn bag today!

Pippen probably didn't expect Finley to be so decisive today.

This kid had been cautiously trying to get in before.

Why did you suddenly rudely have a cup of tea today?

Fortunately, Kukoc gave up on Rodman in time to make up for Finley's breakaway route.

But just when the European Magicians thought they could stop Finley, Finley hit the ball to Rodman.

Rodman also took two big strides directly after receiving the basketball, and then

jumped up directly against the roof of the world and prepared to dunk!

The roof of the world was stunned for a moment, Rodman rarely hit the basket so straight.

Why is his desire to attack so strong today?

Rodman's desire to attack is not strong, after all, he can't upset Shay.

Rodman flew towards Sabonis in a daze, and Sabonis jumped up at the right time to prepare for the block.

But!

Although Sabonis in this history is healthier, he is still 34 years old after all.

In terms of bullet speed, it naturally cannot be compared with a fast jumping man like Rodman.

So after jumping, Sabonis was embarrassed to find that he couldn't reach the ball at all!

But the arm had been swung out, like a knife that had been unsheathed, and could not be recovered.

So, Sabonis ended up slapping Rodman directly in the face.

Gave Rodman a wave of physics slap in the face!

Kukoc: Yay!

You hit me on the head, my big brother hit you on the head, it's very reasonable!

The Zen master on the sidelines sighed, Sabonis had eaten too early for this foul.

However, although this foul came a little too early, at least it didn't let Rodman score directly and didn't let the Lakers play with momentum.

Vicious fouls are sometimes part of a source of defensive deterrence.

If he lets Rodman make free throws, he may make two free throws and two irons, which is better than letting him dunk and score.

But Rodman in the air did not fall to the ground directly after being shot in the head as people expected.

After Rodman was slapped hard in the face, he still held the basketball high and straightened his arm.

Then, press the basketball into the hoop with one hand!

Dennis. Rodman was shot in the head by the iron sand palm, and directly blocked the roof of the world!

At that moment, even the Great Western Forum was stunned for a second. A second later, the cheers erupted!

The referee's whistle blew, and Rodman, who fell to the ground, instantly got up and jumped up and waved his fist!

What is a slap in the face? As long as you can't put Lao Tzu down, then Lao Tzu will try his best to put you down!

This can only be said to be the roof of the world, the imagination is still narrow, the palm of the head shot is useless, he should learn from the younger generations in the future, jump up directly and step on the opponent's head with a crow.

Rodman celebrated excitedly and stepped to the free-throw line. Then, following Shay's example, he made an arrogant one-handed free throw.

Should it be said or not, Rodman's one-handed free throws, whether it was his defiant expression or calm movements, were as unscrupulous and arrogant as Shay.

The only difference is:

Shay can take a penalty and Rodman can't

Although this penalty did not go in, Rodman was able to block Sabonis, which was amazing enough.

When he retreated, Rodman did not forget to flirt with Shay:

"Today, am I qualified to fight side by side with you, boss?"

Shay punched Rodman in the arm:

"Let's talk about it when we win!"

It's just two rounds, but Lakers fans are extremely happy to watch.

The demon of Rodman has awakened, and Finley is no longer a hole on the offensive end.

Los Angeles Lakers regroup!

Then next, the winner is Shay!

When the teammates have already shown their full strength, after sweeping away all the unfavorable factors. As a leader, it is natural to lead them to victory.

Shay looked at Jordan who was close to the half court with open arms and clapped his hands:

"Mai Buckle! Come and get your death! ”

Break up the bulls, from now on!

Today's 10,000-word update is presented, and the conscience of the old man kneels and begs for a monthly pass!

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