Chapter 528: The Battle of Revenge
Duncan's low-key Versailles made several stars laugh.
Zhou Yang half-jokingly replied: "The four rings are indeed not easy to chase, but ...... The future is ours! ”
Ginobili touched his bald head and said helplessly, "I'm not old yet...... What do you think? ”
Leonard was a little introverted and said very little, but he was convinced by Zhou Yang, and he also walked over and said a little shyly: "Second Brother Yang, don't be complacent, I will definitely guard against you!" ”
Zhou Yang patted Leonard's thick shoulder and said meaningfully: "The future of the Spurs is on you, you have to seize the opportunity!" ”
Duncan, Ginobili, and Leonard were all stunned, but didn't say anything more.
Having beaten the Spurs, the media spoke very highly of the Warriors.
Before that, the Warriors' probability of winning the championship was only fourth, and after winning against the Spurs, the probability of winning the championship suddenly rose to second, surpassing the Clippers.
When Zhou Yang was interviewed, he did not answer about winning the championship, he just emphasized that the Warriors will play every game, every quarter, and every offensive round!
Although he didn't say it, fans found that the Warriors' mental outlook was different from that before the All-Star.
The Splash Brothers slowly retracted some of the ball, while the bench lineup and role players were more capable and more resolute!
Rarely, the Warriors' bench players have been interviewed more often.
This is exactly what Zhou Yang wants.
The NBA is a commercial league, and players don't just make money on contracted wages, but also by additional commercial value.
If a player, although his skills are average, he is particularly liked by the audience, as long as he plays, there are many fans who like to watch, then he will also make a lot of money!
Of course, if you play well, you will be more popular, which is also the foundation of the NBA!
Thomas Jr. and Butler fans have also increased quite a bit.
They also all signed additional commercial contracts.
Butler was snatched away by Nike and signed a sneaker contract, while Thomas Jr. signed for the "Splash Brothers" sports brand.
Next, the Warriors continued to win in the rest of the regular season, and the rankings were quietly rising.
With more than 20 games left in the regular season, the Warriors' record has reached fourth in the West, only two wins behind the Spurs.
On March 5th, the Warriors will have an important game, and that is the Heat in the East.
This is the second meeting between the two.
The last time the Warriors traveled to the East, they faced the Heat in the first game and tasted defeat.
It was after that loss that the media's expectations for the Warriors were significantly lowered.
What does it mean that the Heat were able to beat the Warriors without James?
It shows that the strength of the Warriors in the new season has been greatly reduced, and other teams in the league have studied the Splash Brothers thoroughly!
So this rematch between the two teams is very important, and it is also the home court of the Warriors.
If the Warriors lose again, the Heat will be the favourites to win the championship.
can beat the uncrowned champion in the regular season, and the Heat will really be on fire!
The Warriors took the game very seriously and refused all interviews before the game.
Nelson Sr. organized the players to carefully watch the footage of the Heat's last few games.
The question now for the Warriors is how to limit Bosh.
Since James left the Heat, Bosh seems to have been unsealed, and his scoring in the restricted area has skyrocketed.
This season, Bosh is averaging 28.3 points per game, which is much higher than when he was with the Raptors.
During his years with the Raptors, Bosh averaged 23 points per game.
However, after forming the Big Three, Bosh made a sacrifice and averaged only 178 points per game.
And this season, Bosh averaged 28 points per game, so to speak, he really reached the peak of his life.
……
Chandler raised his hand and made a military order: "Coach, I will guard against Bosh and never let him break out!" ”
Tekoglu also nodded: "I will strengthen the defense of the inside line, and I will not let Bosh be arrogant anymore." ”
Old Nelson was satisfied.
In fact, the last time the two sides faced off, the Warriors did not make targeted preparations, because there were many games in the Eastern Tour, and the old Nelson wanted to let the main players rest more, and he didn't care too much about the outcome of the game.
This time it's different.
Now the Warriors are going to start attacking for the playoffs, so the confrontation with these strong teams must play the king momentum of the Warriors.
Although Zhou Yang and Curry didn't say much, their expressions were very solemn, and their teammates didn't need to listen to them to know that these two people were definitely going to exert their strength.
……
Half past eight in the evening, Golden State Oracle Arena.
The Warriors take on the Eastern Conference powerhouse Heat.
At present, the Heat are in first place in the East, and the momentum is very strong.
If the Heat lose to the Warriors in this game, the Heat will still be in first place, and he is six wins ahead of the second-placed Knicks.
That said, losing this game will have little impact on the Heat.
But the Heat's goal is to win the championship, and they have lost to the Warriors in the previous two years, so in this game, the Heat will try to win.
If nothing else, just to occupy a greater psychological advantage when we meet in the finals!
The Heat's starting lineup is Wade, Bosh, Jamison Chalmers and Haslem.
The Warriors' starting five are Zhou Yang, Curry, Chandler, Turkoglou and Barbossa.
Jumping the ball in the center circle, Chandler grabbed the first wave of possession for the Warriors.
In this scramble, Chandler fought very hard, and he and Bosh almost collided together.
In terms of strength, Chandler is superior and the bounce is not bad.
However, Chandler is generally a top blue-collar center, while Bosh is a big forward who can play both offense and defense.
The Heat gave up the center, and the intention was obvious, that is, to use flexible tactics to fight against the Warriors!
Curry advanced with the ball, faced Chalmers' defense, didn't dwell too much, and immediately called Turkoglu to come up and cover.
Just as the agent blocked Chalmers, Curry threw the ball to the agent.
Turkoglu has always been "black-hearted" in the face of Eastern teams, and he directly shot three points against Chalmers!
Swish!
Don't say it, don't say it, it's really in!
Chalmers shook his head angrily, and the Heat players couldn't help it.
Curry can't put it, Tekoglu can only put it, no way.
The Heat attack.
Wade dribbled past half-court and faced Barbosa, a change of direction burst into the box.
Taking advantage of the moment when Zhou Yang made up the defense, Wade passed the ball to Bosh.
Bosh's range was too great, and he faced Chandler, chiseled it, and then made a quick turnaround jumper.
Although Tekoglu came to help defend, there was no way, and Bosh's offensive skills were getting sharper and sharper.
Swish!
Two points in hand.
Honk!
The referee's whistle blew and a thug foul was blown for Turkoglou.
Although Turkoglu pleaded with the referee that he had not touched Bosh, the referee was unmoved.
Some people died, but not completely......