The strongest champion puzzle

Chapter 274 Desperately
It is also good for the Cavaliers to be forced to play a major and a junior, that is, Zhang Xiaotian doesn't have to face Wade.

In fact, if we continue, Zhang Xiaotian may not be unable to restrain Wade after his physical strength is exhausted. After all, his Mister Key skill in the Christmas War helped him increase his total attributes by 15%.

So on the offensive end, Wade was also surprised by Zhang Xiaotian's improved offensive ability.

Zhang Xiaotian originally planned to discuss with James about switching defenses, but James had talked to him earlier. At that time, Zhang Xiaotian was still adapting to the rhythm and thought it was unnecessary, but the situation when the score was behind was different.

It's okay for him to limit Luol Deng, and switching defenses can improve team efficiency.

Now playing a junior and a junior, it may be better for the team to arrange Waiters to defend Wade.

Waiters has worked hard these days, and the team will give him a chance if he is willing to defend.

He is called Little Wade, at least it is not a big problem to keep up with Wade.

As for offense, the other four Cavaliers are enough. As long as Waiters doesn't get emotional, the Cavaliers' first and fourth juniors are also very scary, but James needs to be tired and needs more defense.

Waiters was indeed able to keep up with Wade, but what he didn't expect was that Wade hit a rare three-pointer in a row.

In the Christmas game, the Heat may be under more pressure than the Cavaliers, so Wade will show his desperate posture.

On the other hand, Zhang Xiaotian also sensed Luoer Deng's determination.

It is not the first time he has faced Loel Deng. Obviously, after being injured last season, Loel Deng has been unable to maintain his peak state, but he is still a very difficult striker under his full strength.

Able to shoot, defend hard, and tall, Luol Deng's physical condition is actually better than Zhang Xiaotian, but injuries and age have a greater impact on him.

In the summer, the Heat did not try their best to retain Zhang Xiaotian but signed Luol Deng. At that time, the opinions of all parties were different, but this season the Heat's record was not good, and when Luol Deng's data also declined, this matter was often taken. Come out and whip.

Riley was naturally a little embarrassed, but Popovich also lost his eye, which is nothing to the management, but the pressure on Luol Deng is relatively high.

So now that he meets Zhang Xiaotian, Luoer Deng also wants to prove it.

Zhang Xiaotian enjoys the battle between forwards, even if he doesn't activate his skills, he won't be afraid, not to mention that he has an advantage in some aspects now.

It is still difficult to recover the score. The Heat are in very good condition now.

But it's not that the Cavaliers have no chance. They need to be more patient and do a good job of defense first.

Now the Heat's configuration is still good, and there is Danny Granger on the bench as a striker. Although he is already a ruthless character ruined by injuries, he still has experience, and occasionally he can have a flash of inspiration.

For the last attack before halftime, Zhang Xiaotian wiped it in and then pulled it back. Facing Zhang Xiaotian's rare advanced offensive skills, Loel Deng's knees were not obedient at all. He could only watch Zhang Xiaotian hit the shot and help the Cavaliers The score gap narrowed to single digits.

During the intermission, the Cavaliers must be discussing defensive tactics against Wade.

Bosh is not here, and now this Heat team is almost dominated by Wade's organization and scoring. If he can handle this point, then the Cavaliers will easily win half of their opponents.

According to the experience of Wade's old teammates like Zhang Xiaotian and James, if Wade worked so hard in the first half, his knees should not be able to support him in the second half.

But it's only possible. If Wade explodes, after all, the Heat's current situation needs to give the team a boost in the Christmas game.

The team decided to wait for Waiters to follow up the defense. If it really doesn't work, let James switch defenses.

On the Heat's side, Spoelstra was also a little worried, but the team had no better way.

Wade said there is no problem, he can only respect the choice of the star.

In fact, after the start of the second half, Wade clearly felt the weakness of his knees. He is still strong now, but he really can't fight for the whole game.

He thought he could pass by gritting his teeth, but he soon discovered that the young Waiters just followed him, and he was greatly affected.

Luol Deng, who felt similarly, continued to fight against Zhang Xiaotian intensely, and he couldn't hold on anymore.

Loel Deng didn't talk much, but he was not willing to fail like this.

In order not to lose the wind, Luoer Deng's movements unconsciously increased, and the price was an increase in fouls. Fortunately, he did not commit any fouls in the first half, so he will not be affected further for the time being.

Wade started to strike iron, Luol Deng and Zhang Xiaotian struggled and didn't even have too many shots, Chalmers was a little unreliable, and the Heat suddenly cooled off on the offensive end.

The Cavaliers are different. It is difficult for the Heat to restrict James. Even if they know how to defend, there is no way without the right people.

It is also difficult for the Heat to limit Irving, Love and even Zhang Xiaotian. Although they have done a good job, it is not difficult for the Cavaliers to score on the average.

Once in and out, the Cavaliers quickly caught up with the score.

Waiters is also very obedient, defending honestly, and there is no nonsense in offense.

If it can always be like this, the Cavaliers will not think about trading or anything.

The situation is not right, Heat coach Spoelstra can only continue to adjust, and Wade is also replaced.

He knew very well that Zhang Xiaotian might break out in the last quarter, if the lead was lost like this, the game would probably be a disaster.

On the Cavaliers' side, David Blatt breathed a sigh of relief and began to rotate, preparing for the final battle.

"We can't be defeated like this. If we can lead, it means that we can beat our opponents. What we have to do now is to stick to our best side until the end."

After the third quarter, Wade began to encourage his teammates.

Wade is going to grit his teeth and fight again. Although he has a good relationship with James and will not prevent the other party from pursuing historical status and absolute maximum salary, he is still a little unhappy in his heart.

It's good to have a hearty game on the court, and everyone is still a good brother off the court.

In the final quarter, the Cavaliers did not withdraw other people except to let Love take a break. The same is true for the Heat. They will have a showdown from now on.

Loel Deng tried his best to hit Zhang Xiaotian, but he didn't expect that Zhang Xiaotian suddenly became stronger, and he didn't squeeze the ball when he caught the ball and squeezed in. Instead, Zhang Xiaotian cut the ball away with a knife.

Zhang Xiaotian directly assisted Irving for a layup, and then played with James to hit two points.

The score was overtaken, and all the pressure went to the Heat in an instant.

Wade made consecutive shots, but the effect was not good. He can grit his teeth to support, but the pressure from the defensive end will not be small, and his body will not return to the peak because of his spirit.

The Heat replaced Chalmers and Sean Williams, who performed poorly in the main lineup, and replaced Granger and Norris Cole, really desperately.

(End of this chapter)