Reborn in the 96 golden generation

Chapter 310 The Fourth Game of the Finals Begins

"That's right, that is to say, Kobe and Sprewell should strengthen their outside shooting and put enough pressure on Jordan and Pippen."

Zhou Yu nodded.

"Why are our outside players attracting firepower, why can't it be your inside players?"

As soon as Zhou Yu finished speaking, Kobe quickly became dissatisfied.

"If you and Sprewell have the confidence to beat Jordan and Pippen, O'Neal and I will voluntarily pull to the outside to create opportunities for you."

Zhou Yu said in a deep voice.

When Kobe heard the words, he immediately fell into silence in embarrassment. After the actual battle, Kobe, who has always been unconvinced, had to admit that there was indeed a big gap between him and Jordan. , Not to mention Sprewell, who was almost blocked by Pippen and couldn't find North.

"Okay, since everyone has no objections, let's hurry up and train. In short, we can only win the fourth game but not lose."

Harris slapped his hands and made a final decision.

Two days later, the fourth game of the finals between the Lakers and the Bulls officially kicked off. The venue of the game is still the Lakers' home court - the Great Western Forum. "Skyhook" Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Before the game, various media also made predictions for this game, thinking that this is another close contest. However, the Lakers will have a greater chance of winning by virtue of their home court advantage and their victory in the previous game.

Zhou Yu made his final appearance and enjoyed the most enthusiastic shouts from the home fans. Zhou Yu's outstanding performance this season has not only been unanimously recognized by the Lakers, but also by the NBA. He is considered to be the most outstanding foreign player in history. .

To Zhou Yu's surprise, Susan was not seen in such an important game. Even if she couldn't explain it, she could still come to the scene as a reporter. Could it be that she was really angry with him and planned to break up with him.

The Lakers' starting lineup remains unchanged:

Point guard: Van Exel, Shooting guard: Kobe, Small forward: Sprewell, Power forward: Wang Zhizhi, Center: O'Neal.

The Bulls' starting lineup is also unshakable:

Point guard: Harper, shooting guard: Jordan, small forward: Pippen, power forward: Rodman, center: Longley.

"Senior Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, your old partner 'Magician' admitted that he is not as good as Wang Zhizhi in the last match. What do you think of this?"

Before the game officially started, Smith in the commentary raised the topic in a lonely and unbearable manner.

"Since he has admitted it himself, what can I say? It is normal for the seniors to say some compliments based on the original intention of supporting the younger generation. As for which of the two of them is stronger, we have nothing to say, and the fans will know for themselves. .”

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spoke cautiously, and his answers were impeccable.

"Then, how do you think Wang Zhizhi compares with you? Although you are not playing in the same position, you are both inside the technical ranks and are comparable to a certain extent."

Smith continued unwillingly.

Faced with such tricky questions, Kareem cleared his throat and once again showed his skill in all aspects:

"Although Wang Zhizhi and I both belong to the technical style of play, the tasks they undertake are different. Because O'Neal is on the inside, he can focus on scoring. In addition to scoring, I also have to take care of defense and rebounding."

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's answer can be described as brilliant. Although he did not clearly state who is strong and who is weak, the implication is that he is more offensive and defensive than Zhou Yu.

Seeing that he couldn't get any cheap from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Smith had to turn his attention to the game.

After the scrimmage in the middle circle, the Bulls took the lead to get the ball. Pippen held the ball for half court. The Bulls still adopted the "triangle offense" formation. Jordan fell to the low post. Pippen and Harper formed a triangle with him on the strong side. Rhodes Mann and Longley form a triangle with him on the weak side.

Kobe is still the one with the most defensive pressure on the Lakers. Fortunately, he is used to it.

After Jordan got the ball, he continued to hit Kobe with his back in the low post. Seeing that no one else was coming to double-team, he immediately turned around and cut to the Lakers.

The long time in the air and the high shooting point made it difficult for Jordan's back-and-back jumper to be blocked. The basketball crossed a beautiful arc and hit the net with a crisp sound!
"2:0", the Bulls took the lead in getting a "good start" by virtue of Jordan's extraordinary singles ability.

The Lakers immediately launched an offensive. According to Harris' pre-match tactical arrangement, Kobe and "Madman" pulled near the three-point line one after another. After receiving Kobe's horizontal return pass, he immediately shot a jumper. This was a mid-range shot close to the distance of the three-point line, but it was a solid hit!
"2:2", the Lakers quickly tied the score and opened fire on the outside, which surprised the Bulls. They thought the Lakers would continue to focus on the inside, but the result was unexpected.

In the next round, Jordan continued to hit Kobe in the low post, but the Lakers still did not double-team him. Jordan had no choice but to go it alone.

Unfortunately, the back-and-back jumper missed this time, and the rebound was grabbed by O'Neal. The Lakers immediately turned from defense to offense and launched a quick counterattack.

Kobe ran all the way with the ball, facing Jordan's desperate pursuit, he suddenly stopped suddenly, shook Jordan staggered, and took the opportunity to fall back and shoot a jumper!

After the crisp sound of "唰", Kobe's mid-range shot was also a steady hit!
"4:2", the Lakers overtook the Bulls by two points. The amazing performance of the Lakers' outside players caught the Bulls by surprise.

Compared with the Lakers' internal and external capabilities, the Bulls' inside line obviously can't count on much. Therefore, Jordan had to continue to play singles with the ball.

Only this time, Jordan did not fall to the low post, but pulled to the high post, playing point guard near the top of the arc.

The teammates quickly understood Jordan's intentions, and Pippen and Harper quickly cut to the inside. At the same time, Longley and Rodman also went out of the penalty area.

After Jordan continuously dribbled the ball under his crotch, he suddenly made a sharp pass. After getting the ball, Pippen took advantage of the opportunity to pull the bar for a layup.

How could Zhou Yu and O'Neill tolerate him, and immediately formed a crossfire to block him.

Pippen was not reckless, and promptly distributed the ball in midair to Harper who ran to the other corner.

Harper saw that Van Exel's pursuit was not timely enough, so he immediately shot a three-pointer. This time he was very upbeat, and the three-pointer went into the net!

"5:4", the Bulls used the classic "triangle offense" tactic again to overtake the Lakers by one point.

"Senior Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, I really can't imagine how terrifying the Bulls would be if they were a little bit stronger inside."

Smith on the commentary seat tapped his lips and said with infinite emotion.

"Shi explained that nothing is perfect in this world. If a team is strong in every position, how can other teams play?"

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar spoke earnestly.

"Senior is right. To tell you the truth, I have commented on so many NBA games, and this is the first time I have seen two teams with such distinctive characteristics play a game. One is so strong outside and the other is unstoppable inside. "

Smith sighed again.

"Yeah, I have the same feeling. Now it depends on whose weak link plays better."

Jabbar nodded.

(End of this chapter)