Reborn in the 96 golden generation

Chapter 580 Weathervane

The morale of the Lakers, which got a "good start" in the away game, was greatly boosted. They planned to go all out in the second game of the finals and rewrite the big score to "2:0", so that the finals basically lost suspense.

However, the reality made them "slap" their faces. Kobe and Tracy McGrady showed their prowess in the second game, using their extremely accurate mid-range shots and three-pointers to completely penetrate the Lakers' defense. The Chicago Bulls finally won with "96" :81" beat the Los Angeles Lakers, rewriting the big score in the finals to a "1:1" tie.

本场比赛，科比狂砍43分、6个篮板、5次助攻、3次抢断；麦迪也有32分、3个篮板、3次助攻的亮眼表现，二人合力砍下骇人的75分，超级后场双人组的威力可谓旷古烁今、势不可挡！
Although Zhou Yu also had an all-round performance of 31 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists, and 3 blocks in this game, the other players played mediocrely and eventually lost.

Through this game, the entire Lakers team also clearly realized that the Bulls with two superstars Kobe and Tracy McGrady can win without relying on skills and tactics at all.

The next three games will all be played at the Lakers' home court, which is both an opportunity and a challenge for the Lakers.

If they can take advantage of the home court advantage to win three games in a row, they will sweep the Bulls 4:1 and win the championship for the sixth time in a row.

And once you lose one or two games, the next games will have no home games, and all will be played at the Bulls' home court.

Before the start of the third game, Harris painstakingly emphasized the inside and outside defense against Kobe and Tracy McGrady, so that all players must hold down a scoring point at all costs, and these two "scoring machines" must not be allowed to show their power at the same time .

When the two teams drew "1:1", although the third game is not the crucial "Tianwangshan" battle, it can become the "weathervane" of the finals, that is to say, winning the first Three games will have a high probability of winning the cup.

Although Harris vowed to limit Kobe and McGrady, Zhou Yu didn't take it seriously. He believed that it would be difficult for players like Kobe and McGrady who are good at scoring to limit any of them.

Instead of trying to do what is difficult, it is better to lay down your own offense in a down-to-earth manner.

Judging from the current situation, it is difficult for Zhang Jinsong, Li Nan, and Fisher to compete against Kobe and McGrady. The only uncertain factor is Yao Ming.

Although Yao Ming is still a little thin and inexperienced at this time, the natural advantage of height cannot be ignored. Once Yao Ming can give full play to his own advantages, he will form a good chemical reaction with Zhou Yu, and it will be minutes to blow up the Bulls inside. thing.

Thinking of this, Zhou Yu walked up to Yao Ming slowly, patted Yao Ming on the shoulder, and said with a smile:
"How about it, brother Yao, do you have the confidence to win the Bulls in this game?"

"Brother Wang, to tell you the truth, I do have confidence, but Kobe and Tracy McGrady are too fierce, and my range of activities is limited, so I'm beyond my reach."

Yao Ming scratched the back of his head and said shyly.

"It doesn't matter if you can't catch the whip, you just need to remember to control the penalty area, and leave the rest to me. In addition, when I attack with the ball, remember to respond well and give them a fatal blow at any time."

Zhou Yu exhorted.

"That's no problem, Brother Wang, I will definitely do it, as long as I can wear the championship ring, I can do anything."

Yao Ming nodded curtly.

"Don't worry, as long as you can win this game, the championship will basically go to the Lakers."

Zhou Yu nodded and smiled in satisfaction.

The starting lineup list of the two teams in the third game will soon be freshly released:
Chicago Bulls:

Point guard: Hassell, shooting guard: Kobe Bryant, small forward: McGrady, power forward: Marshall, center: Chandler.

Los Angeles Lakers:

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

Zhang Weiping and Su Qun are still serving as commentators for this game. Although the two are full of confidence in the Lakers, they were also shocked by Kobe and McGrady's explosive performance in the second game.

"Director Zhang, the scoring ability of Kobe and Tracy McGrady in the last game was too frightening. They almost took shots. I'm afraid any team can only stare blankly."

Su Qun turned to look at Zhang Weiping with lingering fear in his heart.

"Xiao Su, you are right. Kobe and Tracy McGrady are both good at COSCO shots. Once they are shot, they are really unstoppable. But it may not be so easy to maintain such a good touch forever. Therefore, the Lakers The team still has a certain chance in this game.”

Zhang Weiping said with deep emotion.

"Director Zhang, how do you think Da Zhi's shooting level compares with the two of them?"

Su Qun put his chin in his hand and asked with great interest.

"Currently, Big Zhi's mid-range shots and three-pointers are very stable, but he is still slightly inferior to Kobe and Tracy McGrady in terms of explosive power in consecutive shots."

Zhang Weiping stroked his chin and analyzed objectively.

"Director Zhang has some truth to what he said, but I still think that Da Zhi's firepower has not fully exploded. If he can score more than 50 points in this game, it should not be a problem to win the Bulls."

Su Qun blinked his eyes, feeling unwilling.

"Xiao Su, you really don't feel pain in your back when you stand and talk. This is the finals. Go up and score 50 points for me."

Zhang Weiping said angrily.

"Director Zhang, I'm sorry, but I'm sorry for my outrageous words. I really hope that the Lakers can achieve the miracle of 'six consecutive championships'."

Su Qun smiled awkwardly.

"Xiao Su, I can understand your feelings. I also hope that the Lakers can win, but as a professional commentator, you must analyze the game calmly and objectively, and don't take it for granted."

Zhang Weiping said calmly.

"I know, Director Zhang, I must keep it in mind."

Su Qun nodded obediently.

With the opening of the scrum in the middle circle, the first quarter of the competition between the two sides officially kicked off.

Chandler took the lead to win the ball for the Bulls. Kobe held the ball for halftime, and Tracy McGrady echoed from the other side. more choices.

The overall routine of the Bulls remains unchanged, Chandler and Marshall are still focused on defense, and the offensive power is completely controlled by outside players headed by Kobe and Tracy McGrady.

Kobe dribbled the ball near the top of the arc for a while. Seeing that his teammates didn't run out of a good position, he singled out Zhang Jinsong with the ball.

Once someone comes up to help defend, there will inevitably be a certain amount of space, and the Lakers' defense is also in a dilemma.

Although Zhang Jinsong defended very hard, he couldn't stop Kobe's various direction-changing fake moves. He was staggered by Kobe's beautiful back-turning fake move, and then saw Kobe's picturesque backward jumper. shot.

After a crisp sound of "swish", Kobe's mid-range shot made a steady hit!
"2:0", the Bulls took the lead in getting a "good start".

Zhou Yu gasped. He could clearly feel that Kobe was making rapid progress, almost no different from his peak period.

Fisher held the ball for halftime, and Zhou Yu and Yao Ming quickly fell to the low position. At this point, they can only fight on their own. Since they can't compete outside, they can only fight inside.

(End of this chapter)