Reborn in the 96 golden generation

Chapter 558 The Fateful Showdown
The morale of the Lakers, who successfully avoided a match point, continued to perform bravely in the next sixth game. Their tenacious fighting spirit and strong will allowed them to make up for a little lack of strength. They competed with the Spurs in the first three quarters The game was played inextricably.

With 2 minutes and 26 seconds left before the end of the game, the two sides battled to a "79:79" tie, and the rest of the time became a duel between the two leading stars Zhou Yu and Duncan.

Different from the previous two games, Zhou Yu was not completely obsessed with individual singles on the offensive end. He gave full play to the advantages of wide vision and good passing, and sent exquisite assists to his teammates one after another.

Duncan found out that Zhou Yu didn't intend to fight him to the death, and immediately strengthened the teamwork with his teammates, hitting Zhou Yu with his back while sending out strikes for his teammates.

It's a pity that, in comparison between the two, Duncan's passing is still slightly inferior to Zhou Yu's. Li Nan and Zhang Jinsong received Zhou Yu's wonderful pass and hit three-pointers one after another, securing the victory for the Lakers in one fell swoop.

At the end of the game, when the long electronic buzzer sounded, the score between the two sides was fixed at "88:85". The Lakers won another game against the Spurs with a three-point advantage and magically tied the big score at "3:3"!

The two sides are about to enter the suffocating "tie-break" battle, and the game is full of suspense again.

In this game, Zhou Yu performed amazingly, scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds, and 13 assists in a "triple-double". The all-round skill is jaw-dropping.

Duncan also scored 27 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks. However, in terms of technical comprehensiveness, he is still a bit behind Zhou Yu.

Two days later, the seventh "tie-break" game between the two sides came as scheduled. The game was held at the Spurs' home court and attracted extra attention from various media.

Before the game, Harris spoke highly of the amazing performances of the players in the last two games, saying that they not only played the prestige of the Lakers, but also showed the rich championship background of the Lakers. The dream of "five consecutive championships" is no longer far away. in sight.

What is completely different is that Popovich "spitting out fragrance" to the Spurs players with hideous faces, Duncan, Parker, Ginobili and others all drooped their heads, in a state comparable to elementary school students who have done something wrong.

Before the game officially started, both sides revealed their starting lineups:

Los Angeles Lakers:

Point guard: Fisher, Shooting guard: Zhang Jinsong, Small forward: Li Nan, Power forward: Liu Yudong, Center: Wang Zhizhi.

It is worth mentioning that in the past two games, the cooperation between Zhou Yu and the three Bayi teammates has become more and more tacit, which has become the key for the Lakers to tie the Spurs.

San Antonio Spurs:

Point guard: Parker, shooting guard: Ginobili, small forward: Bowen, power forward: Duncan, center: Robinson.

When it came to the decisive game, the mentality of both sides changed subtly. The mentality of "wanting to win and fearing losing" made the players of both sides play a little cautiously in the first quarter, and their shooting percentages fluctuated around 30%.

At the end of the first quarter, the score between the two sides was fixed at "18:17", and the Spurs temporarily led the Lakers by one point.

From the beginning of the second quarter, with Zhou Yu and Duncan playing one after another, the bodies of the players on both sides finally began to become a little softer, and their shooting percentages improved.

But the score is still very anxious and cannot be opened for a long time.

The game unknowingly came to the second half of the fourth quarter. With 3 minutes and 11 seconds left before the end of the game, the score between the two sides was rewritten as "78:76", and the Spurs led the Lakers by two points.

At this time, Duncan walked up to Zhou Yu quietly, staring at his big round eyes, and said expressionlessly:

"Wang, it's time for the two of us to take over the game again, you have to be careful."

"Duncan, I know that the flowers you've been waiting for this day are about to wither. In that case, I will grant your wish. Let the two of us compete in the last three minutes or so."

Zhou Yu smiled.

"Okay, it's a deal."

"It's a word."

The two clapped their hands together as an oath.

"Director Zhang, this round of the Western Conference Finals is simply too intense and exciting. It is the most exciting NBA playoffs I have ever seen. It is time for Big Zhi and Duncan to perform again. Which of the two best power forwards in the NBA today is better? We will just have to wait and see.”

Su Qun in the commentary booth seemed to have changed from a commentator to a fan all of a sudden, with relish.

"Little Su, calm down. Although I am as nervous as you, I still think that the Lakers led by Dazhi will have the last laugh."

Zhang Weiping said.

"Guide Zhang, how did you see it?"

Su Qun asked with interest.

"According to common sense, the mentality of the team that lags behind and catches up is more excited and happy, and usually wins the final victory. The Spurs lose a good situation, and their mentality is naturally unbalanced and morale is low, which will affect their performance on the court to some extent."

Zhang Weiping said.

"Director Zhang is right, but Tim Duncan of the Spurs seems to be in a stable state all the time, especially his overhand shots and 45-degree rebound shots are difficult to guard against. I really feel sorry for Big Zhi Khan."

Su Qun faintly worried.

"Xiao Su, I can understand how you feel. Although the strengths of Duncan and Dazhi are not much different, Dazhi has a wider range of activities and a longer range. If you can make good use of this advantage, you can beat Duncan to win this game. There is still hope for this game.”

Zhang Weiping calmly analyzed.

"Director Zhang is right. I also think Dazhi has a better chance of winning. I hope his touch can explode at the last moment and lead the Lakers to the Finals for the fifth consecutive season."

Su Qun nodded.

As soon as the words of the two fell, Zhou Yu slapped them in the face with his actual performance. Zhou Yu's emergency stop and backward mid-range shot escaped Duncan's block, but finally went out of the frame.

Fortunately, Duncan also missed a 45-degree rebound shot after turning around, and the weight of the ball returned to the Lakers.

To be on the safe side, Zhou Yu made use of quick starts, quick stops, rhythm changes and flexible turns to successfully cut into the penalty area. Facing the "Spurs Twin Towers", he used "dream footsteps" to successfully shake Robinson up. , made him a thug foul and made two free throws.

These two free throws were crucial. Fortunately, Zhou Yu withstood the pressure and hit them all!
"78:78", with only 2 minutes and 23 seconds left before the end of the game, the Lakers finally tied the score, and the two sides returned to the same starting line.

The next round of defense is particularly critical, and other players have pulled away to create space for the "one-on-one" offensive and defensive duel between Duncan and Zhou Yu.

Duncan used a face-up attack this time. He first took a few probing steps from the middle distance on one side, then changed direction and accelerated to walk. Using sufficient strength and solid footwork skills, he forcibly pushed Zhou Yu away and rushed towards the penalty area.

Although Zhou Yu tried his best to defend, he still couldn't resist. After all, Duncan's physical talent was better than him.

In desperation, Zhou Yu had no choice but to "chasing the big hat", planning to see the right time from behind and reward him with a "big hot pot".

It's a pity that Duncan was cunning enough. He had already predicted that Zhou Yu would give him a slap behind him. He used a wonderful mid-air handover layup, successfully avoided Zhou Yu's block, and sent the ball into the basket!

"80:78", the Spurs lead the Lakers by two points.

Zhou Yu gasped. Just when Duncan changed hands for a layup, he deliberately tricked Duncan into a foul, forming a "2+1". Fortunately, Zhou Yu held back in time and was not fooled.

The pressure returned to Zhou Yu's side, and he had to score the next goal, otherwise the Spurs might take the opportunity to expand their lead, and the consequences would be disastrous.

(End of this chapter)