The strongest champion puzzle

Chapter 227 Seeing Sweeping Again
Zhang Xiaotian's efforts were not only on the defensive end, he also showed determination on the offensive end.

He is no longer the small character at the beginning, he can't play without skills.

Now even if he didn't activate his skills, he was determined to entangle Joe Johnson to death.

Ray Allen didn't feel well, Joe Johnson didn't go down to rest, and Zhang Xiaotian followed.

The Heat have followed desperately, and Spoelstra is unwilling to fall short.

Losing this tone may be okay for this series, but it may have a psychological impact later.

They want to win, no matter how hard the opponent fights, they must be able to win.

The Big Three and Zhang Xiaotian all extended their playing time and entered into a hand-to-hand fight with the Nets.

The shooter missed, Bosh stood up and hit consecutive three-pointers from the outside.

With the efforts of all players, they blocked the Nets' desperate offensive and controlled the score gap to single digits.

The game entered the fourth quarter, and after taking a break, the players of the Nets only felt exhausted.

They fight too slowly, and when they stop for a while, their bodies are out of control.

Deron used the cover to rush in and could have made a layup, but lost his breath and made a mistake.

The Heat took the lead, and Zhang Xiaotian hit a three-pointer when he received it.

The Nets are facing a big enemy, but their offense and defense are unbalanced off the bench, and the main force can't support it.

Even Garnett, who played the least amount of time on the court, was extremely tired, and Wade on the Heat's side couldn't hold it anymore, but James, Bosh and Zhang Xiaotian were still in good spirits.

After Zhang Xiaotian, James and Bosh hit one after another, and the score was close at once.

After less than 3 minutes of rest, the Nets could only replace all the main players.

The Heat's players don't rest, and they can't stand the bench at all.

Kidd was very depressed on the sidelines. Who is already on the edge of the cliff? It's a bit embarrassing for the Heat to work so hard to sweep.

But this is competitive sports, and there is no way to beat it.

He can only encourage the players loudly, grit his teeth again, even if he can't play the next game, he will fight for the next game.

But obviously, the only one who can still play is Joe Johnson. Pierce, who was still unparalleled in physical strength a few years ago, can only support himself on one breath, and he can't even pull James on the defensive end.

There is no way, it is impossible to refuse to accept the old, he is seven years older than James.

But Joe Johnson exploded with all his energy, although Zhang Xiaotian strengthened his defense and his efficiency dropped.

When Joe Johnson put all his attention on Zhang Xiaotian, he also discovered Zhang Xiaotian's weakness. He strengthened his footwork. He has the height of a forward but the footsteps of a defender.

Relying on the front lead and Joe Johnson's outbreak, the Nets are still in a stalemate with the Heat.

In the end, it won't be a matter of strength or weakness. Perhaps only one round of offense and defense can determine the outcome.

The Heat have not adjusted the lineup. Wade can't get up and play the first position, plus Ray Allen to form the backcourt.

Even if they are not allowed now, the Nets dare not really be defensive.

Both sides are waiting for an opportunity, but the Heat are more calm, and they still have enough energy to continue to consume until the last moment.

At 2 minutes and 48 seconds, James hit a three-pointer and the two teams tied.

This was a big blow to the Nets. They had no way to take care of it before letting James shoot.

Although it was a draw, it was the result of their failure to hold on to the lead even though they tried their best.

Their fighting spirit is declining and their bodies are getting more tired.

"I can't do this, I can't quit the playoff stage like this." Joe Johnson was sweating profusely, roaring fiercely in his heart.

Not being swept away is the last dignity of this group of famous players.

It is not so easy to form a giant lineup, otherwise more than a few teams will succeed.

Zhang Xiaotian's defense has become more and more difficult for him to break through, he is not reconciled.

Joe Johnson made a rare posture of back hitting, and then quickly turned around to squeeze in. After failing, he immediately retreated and pulled up.

But none of these series of actions deceived Zhang Xiaotian, and Zhang Xiaotian's palm still blocked the opponent's shooting line.

When, it was the iron strike again, Joe Johnson's heart was cold.

Hitting the iron can't shake him, but this is the most critical moment. If he doesn't hit the Heat, it will be a big deal.

James rushed in and was blocked, and Ray Allen had no chance to make a shot.

The ball was transferred to Zhang Xiaotian's hands, and Zhang Xiaotian turned around and made a posture of back hitting.

Joe Johnson wiped off his sweat, he would not let Zhang Xiaotian hit in front of him.

Zhang Xiaotian's shoulders moved slightly, as if he was about to turn around, but he didn't, but exerted force directly.

It was really sitting and grinding inside. Livingston saw that it was not good, so he was about to come over and attack, but it was too late.

Joe Johnson felt that Zhang Xiaotian was as domineering as a big insider at this moment. He thought he could block it, but after four or 10 minutes of fighting, his body was not able to resist as expected.

Zhang Xiaotian directly ran over to the edge of the small penalty area, a small hook that is not commonly used.

The basketball hit the net, and the Nets were stunned.

Kidd yelled on the field, and they chose to timeout.

They have countless tactics to face the current situation, but in fact no one can beat them.

It's impossible to be on the bench. Kidd is still the new coach, and he doesn't have such courage.

Moreover, there is no ruthless role on the Nets bench that can make a final decision.

You can only count on Joe Johnson to hit a key shot, and you can only expect Pierce to have a flash of inspiration.

However, there are no miracles in front of a team of the Heat's level.

Pierce fought hard and was blocked by James, and Joe Johnson's shot from outside the three-point line was once again interfered by Zhang Xiaotian. At the last moment, the Nets were hard to get a point.

The Heat were completely different. James caused a foul during the counterattack, and Ray Allen, who hadn't moved for a long time, hit a fatal three-pointer.

Joe Johnson finally hit a three-pointer with his third shot, but then Zhang Xiaotian also hit a three-pointer.

Pierce hit the iron again with a three-pointer. At this time, there were only 11 seconds left, and the Nets were 5 points behind.

Their players can't see the victory at all, they just subconsciously foul according to tactics.

James made one of two free throws, but it didn't matter anymore.

100:94, the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Heat still swept 4:0.

"Shut up for the Heat," Nets coach Kidd was a little disheartened, "They were very aggressive in the fourth quarter, of course we were also very aggressive, both teams were strong, but they played tactics and hit shot, and we didn't."

"When we started preparing for the first day of the game, we said that the most important thing in the series, above everything else, is to maintain good mental stability." Heat coach Spoelstra is full of spirits, "That's what we do in critical moments, unbelievable focus."

(End of this chapter)