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Chapter 237 Great night, the whole team shines

No one could have predicted that Bird would explode like never before in this game.

Note that "unprecedented" represents all players except Bird.

"In history, no other player has dominated a playoff game like Larry."

In Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, Bird made 15 of 15 shots in the first quarter and scored 100 points with a 38% shooting rate, directly turning a suspenseful game into garbage time.

Louie couldn't help but think of Klay Thompson's famous 37-point quarter against the Kings.

His touch is so hot that there is no doubt that as long as he is given enough time to shoot casually, he can break Chamberlain's 100-point record.

This kind of hand feeling is phenomenal, something that cannot be met.

So when the Pistons were called out for the second timeout by Bird, Louie made it clear what to do next: "The only thing the other four people on the field have to do is serve Larry!"

Sampson and Lambiel have turned into pick-and-roll machines.

Thomas didn't miss a single opportunity from Bird.

Bird's offensive firepower is so strong that people doubt that he really wants to score 100 points. The most terrifying thing is not how he got these points, but what the Celtics did to help him score.

Perfect fit, great off-ball screens.

Almost every attack by Bird was covered by Sampson and Lambiel.

Either they were in the way of the screen or they used it to create perfect timing for Bird.

Every subsequent shot by Bird, in addition to himself, Sampson or Lambiel, or both are in the camera.

They always appear as a defender who physically helps Bird hold the opposing team.

Sampson and Lambiel are the reasons why Bird's game is getting easier.Then, Thomas had 0 points and 11 assists in a single quarter, and he stuck the label of an unsung hero on him.

Bird couldn't get as many shots without Thomas' passing.

A good touch needs timing, and breaking records with a good touch requires the support of the whole team.

Without Sampson and Lambiel, Bird would need to hold the ball more against defenses. Can his touch be maintained?
If Thomas, like Irving, suddenly had a few singles when his teammates were about to break the record, he would not have Bird's great 38 points in a single quarter.

"What we should see, in addition to Larry's great shooting performance, is the amazing tactical quality of the Celtics team."

Bob Cousy appreciates it.

"We can see that they have screens or pick-and-rolls in every round, and they are helping Larry create opportunities every moment. Isiah's selfless pass provides endless motivation for Larry's explosion. If the NBA adopts the NCAA's two-half system, I have no doubt that Larry can score 60 points in the first half."

After Cousy finished blowing, it was Heinsohn's turn.

He might think that Cousy didn't blow it deeply enough, and actually overturned the words of his old comrades: "No, more than 60 points. Larry scored 38 points in the first quarter. I don't know if this is a record. Except for him, only Ralph completed a tip-up in Boston, and no one else scored."

"Little Lu turned the star-studded Celtics into a team-oriented championship team. This is the most amazing thing for me, and it is also something we have never seen in the Fitch era."

"They insist on passing the ball to someone who feels hot. Everyone looks happy. Let's congratulate Larry. He broke the record of his predecessors and put the NBA history scoring record in a single quarter into his name." Heinsohn emphasized, "And, this happened in the playoffs!"

Moreover, Bird's 38 points in a single quarter greatly refreshed Elgin Baylor's 23 points in a single quarter of the playoffs set 22 years ago.

Even if the playoffs are not counted, taking this record to the regular season is the first in history.

Chamberlain scored 1962 points in the fourth quarter on March 3, 2. That day was his 31-point game.According to witnesses, at the end of the quarter, his opponents took the initiative to foul him because they couldn’t defend against him, but his free throws that day were very good, and even fouled him under such circumstances. It can only be said that even God wants to see the birth of a 100-point record.

The second is Gervin and David Thompson scoring 1978 and 33 points in a single quarter in 32-they were competing for the scoring title that day.

Compared with these regular-season records, Bird's record is in the playoffs, and he smashed the Pistons in this wave.

In the next three quarters, Louis repeatedly tried to put Bird on the court to score 50 points.

However, what he got in exchange was a sentence: "No, I played enough today."

"You are fucking responsible for history!" Louis thought that with Bird's touch tonight, it is possible to score 70 points in a single game.

What is the concept of 70 points in a single game in the playoffs?
Ever remember, Jordan's God of War?That only scored 63 points. If Bird scored 70+ tonight, what should he say?God his father?

But Bird said with a mocking smile: "I only need to be responsible for you."

Ultimately, he didn't hit another second.

Even if the audience shouted "We want Larry" every minute, Louie remained as indifferent as a dead man.

He knew he would be scolded, but he would never take the blame for Byrd, and he must tell the outside world exactly what happened.

Louie knew how people would react when they learned the truth, and the media didn't blame Byrd for pretending to be a drug addict. Instead, they appreciated his personality.

If the same situation is replaced by a black player, it would be arrogance and arrogance to live up to the expectations of the fans.

That night, the Pistons lost to the Celtics.

After Bird exploded that wave, they fell behind by 20 points.

For a star-studded team like the Celtics, if they lose by 20 points, the probability of being pulled back is 0.

138 is better than 100
Bird only played 8 minutes to put the game into garbage time, and the next three quarters and 4 minutes can only be the continuation of the massacre.

"I've been expecting Larry to come up and get 50."

Daly said to Louie.

Louie was also annoyed, "Larry doesn't like to score when the game has already been scored."

"You must be very troubled."

"To tell you the truth, if I didn't need him in the future, I would have strangled him to death with his virtue." Louis said with a smile on his face.

Daly was abused by Louis twice in a row. He screwed up the first game, but the second game was an uncontrollable factor.

With Bird's touch, whoever comes and who dies.

That night, Louie and the Big Three of the Celtics gathered in the media interview room.

伯德出场8分钟，得到38分4篮板；托马斯出场29分钟，得到14分18助攻4篮板；桑普森出场29分钟，得到32分9篮板3助攻3封盖。

They played an easy game with wins and stats all in there.

Louie first made it clear why Bird did not play in the last three quarters.

Re-evaluate Bird's great 38 points in a single quarter.

"I don't think it's selfish. Any spectator who watched the game will find that every shot Larry makes comes from the creation of his teammates. It is the pass of Isiah, the tireless screens of Ralph and Bill, and the opportunities created by his own hard work. It is the result of the operation of the entire system."

"I know there have been many great single-quarter performances in history, but I believe that there is no one comparable to Larry's tonight. Every opportunity he has is the crystallization of collective wisdom and labor creation, which is what basketball should be like. A great record."

His words are quite restrained. After becoming a coach, he is more willing to see teamwork to achieve success. Although relying on superstars is simple and enjoyable, it does not reflect his coaching ability.

Now he can finally understand why Kerr is in charge of the universe and holds a natural card, but he doesn't like to rely on Kudu to sweep all the way to the finals like when Mike Brown was the acting coach.

This is what an aspiring head coach will do. Curry is not allowed to hold the ball because the latter's off-ball threat can draw the attention of two defenders at any time, which is devastating to the enemy's defense.It just so happens that Curry has historical-level running positions and the number one off-ball threat in history. For that cosmic brave team, Curry who "holds the ball" should not exist.

As for why Cole insisted not to hold the ball for Curry when Cosmic Yong was relegated to an ordinary strong team that "makes it to the playoffs, it is considered a success", it is hard to say.Either Cole is stupid, or Curry's body can't stand it, or Cole hopes to sacrifice Curry's status to promote the growth of others, or he is really a Phil Jackson II who can only fly an aircraft carrier.

Louie likes to see Bird play historic performances with the help of his teammates. This not only reflects Bird's strength, but also reflects the chemistry within the Celtics team, and it also reflects his control over this team.

Therefore, Bird has exclusive access to the record, but everyone in the team has followed suit.

Even Thomas was smiling, answered every question, and was in a good mood, not jealous of Bird at all.

It was the perfect night, with the Celtics going unstoppable, defending both home courts and pushing the Pistons to the brink.

They gradually entered the field of the Washington Bullets - set a small goal first, win the Celtics?
(End of this chapter)