professional shooting guard

Chapter 250 The First Shooting Guard Controversy

Houston Toyota Center!
This used to be the home stadium of countless Huaxia fans. Because of Brother Ming's influence, the attendance here was basically full.

But since Brother Ming retired, the popularity of the Toyota Center Arena has dropped a lot, and the number of Huaxia fans who come here to watch the game has decreased a lot.

However, Brother Ming has helped the Rockets gain a high reputation among Chinese fans during his several years in the Rockets.

And since the Rockets recruited Harden, the Rockets still maintain the demeanor of a strong team in the West, so many Chinese fans will still go to the Rockets' games habitually.

But all this has changed since Zhang Zifeng joined the 76ers last year. The Wells Fargo Center Arena in Philadelphia is the home of Huaxia fans. If they have the opportunity to watch the game, Huaxia fans will choose to go to Philadelphia to watch the game.

But tonight, the Toyota Center Arena seems to have returned to the past. There are Chinese fans rushing from all directions to watch the game in the arena.There were no empty seats in the arena, and the voices of people were boiling.

It's just that these Huaxia fans are no longer wearing Rocket Ming's jerseys, but wearing the 76ers' No. 14 jersey, holding up Zhang Zifeng's support card.

The 76ers team of the visiting team took the lead. In addition to boos, there were also many cheers to greet them.

When Zhang Zifeng was the last to appear on the stage, there were cheers and cheers all over the sky.

The boos of the Rockets fans were completely covered by the cheers of the Huaxia fans.

Barkley, the ESPN commentator who broadcast the game live, listened to the cheers and said to Kenny Smith: "Kenny, listen, the cheers! If I didn't look at the retired jerseys hanging above the arena, I would have thought We're at the 76ers' home court right now."

Kenny Smith shrugged and said, "There is no way, there are too many people in Huaxia. Moreover, as China becomes prosperous and strong, many more people can travel abroad. I heard that when it is Chinese holidays, many foreign tourist attractions are occupied by Chinese tourists. "

Barkley said enviously, "I heard that Zhang Zifeng's influence in China has far surpassed that of other sports and film stars. If this continues, the 76ers will no longer have home and away games in a few years. Where is it?" It's their home field!"

Kenny Smith looked at Barkley and said, "Hey, Charles. You said that after the Rockets fans came out, they heard boos in their home court. Guess what the scene would be like?"

Barkley thought for a while and said, "For the Rockets players, it must feel very, very bad. It's like being abandoned and betrayed by the home fans. If that's the case, I must strongly complain to the league and let them make a rule , When the 76ers play away games, they cannot sell tickets to Chinese people!"

Kenny Smith said with a smile, "If you do this, I think the team owner will definitely scold the idiots in the league and keep their important guests out of the arena."

When Barkley heard it, he also smiled and said: "Well, you are right. At least I think Alexander will definitely welcome Chinese fans. It seems that other teams must be prepared to play away games when facing the 76ers in the future. Prepare."

After the Rockets players came out, they certainly didn't hear boos.It's just that the cheers were much smaller than the previous deafening momentum, which made many Rockets players very uncomfortable.

No matter how unaccustomed the Rockets players are, the game will continue as usual.

When the referee blows the whistle, it signals that the game is about to start.The starters of the two teams immediately stepped onto the field and waited for the kick-off.

76ers starting lineup: Rondo, Zhang Zifeng, Grant, Ibaka, Embiid.

Rockets starting lineup: Harden, Gordon, Ariza, Anderson, Capela.

This time Beverly was injured and Gordon started.

The Rockets lost Beverly, the best defender among guards. Harden and Gordon are players who don't like to defend. Many people think that Zhang Zifeng may score high again in this game.

The whistle sounded again, the referee threw the ball high, and the game officially began.

Embiid picked the ball to the backcourt, Zhang Zifeng grabbed the ball, and the 76ers took the lead in attacking.

Although Harden is the point guard in name, he actually plays shooting guard.

Zhang Zifeng took the ball to the frontcourt, facing Harden.

Since 15, Harden has been considered by many to be the number one shooting guard in the league today.

Zhang Zifeng is very interested in the title of the first shooting guard.

Defeat the opponent and take the No.1 head?
After Zhang Zifeng had this thought in his heart, he couldn't bear it anymore.Zhang Zifeng signaled the team to pull away, and he wanted to single Harden.

Seeing that Zhang Zifeng and Harden were about to face off at the beginning of the game, Barkley shouted excitedly, "Oh. Zhang Zifeng is going to face off with Harden. Harden has averaged 29.1 points, 11.2 assists, and 8.1 rebounds per game so far this season. People think he is the number one shooting guard in the league today. But now his number one will be taken away. Zhang Zifeng has risen strongly this season, averaging 33.7 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. Zhang Zifeng's performance is not at all Lost to Harden. Who is better and who is the number one shooting guard in the league, maybe we will know the answer tonight!"

Looking at the second-year rookie in front of him, he actually wanted to single out himself.Harden's eyes, which were always lazy, became more serious.

Zhang Zifeng dribbled the ball and approached Harden cautiously.

Although this guy's defensive attitude is loose, he has the height, weight, and wingspan, so he doesn't suffer on defense.

Who knows if Harden will suddenly have an epiphany and become Superman.

Approaching Harden, Zhang Zifeng made a cross dribble, and then suddenly changed direction, accelerating a diagonal breakthrough.

Harden reacted immediately to keep up.

Seeing Harden's reaction, Zhang Zifeng slammed on the brakes, retreated beyond the three-point line, and jumped up to shoot.

Seeing that he was out of position, Harden didn't bother to jump up to interfere with the opponent, so he just stopped and watched Zhang Zifeng make a move.

The ball flew in the sky and fell into the basket, which attracted the cheers of all Huaxia fans.

Go in, three points!
Seeing Harden defending Zhang Zifeng with his eyes, Barkley sarcastically said, "I thought it would be a fierce confrontation, but Harden's defense is impossible to win Zhang Zifeng. I really don't understand why everyone calls Harden a The No. [-] shooting guard. I have never seen the No. [-] shooting guard with such an attitude on defense. Kobe will not, Jordan will not. I absolutely believe that Zhang Zifeng will snatch the No. [-] shooting guard from Harden this season, just Let's start with this one!"

Kenny Smith defended Harden and said, "It's not that Harden doesn't defend, but he puts more energy on offense. You must know that Harden can get a quasi triple-double per game!"

Barkley countered, "Does it mean that Harden's quasi-triple-double means he can't defend?"

"..." Kenny Smith retorted wordlessly.

The 76ers opened the scoring first, and it was the Rockets' turn to attack.

Harden didn't care if Zhang Zifeng scored one on his head. He wanted to return one to his opponent in his best attack.

Seeing Harden coming beyond the three-point line, Zhang Zifeng's heart tightened.

Harden is sloppy on defense, but on offense, this guy can definitely rank among the top five in the league.

Zhang Zifeng sighed, staring at Harden with all his attention.

Harden dribbled the ball under his crotch, and then suddenly forced it.

Zhang Zifeng quickly followed, sticking close to Harden, not giving him a chance to easily enter the penalty area.

Breaking into the penalty area, Harden felt that he could no longer continue, and suddenly stopped a jumping shot.

Zhang Zifeng jumped up in time, but it was Harden's fake move.

Zhang Zifeng had already jumped in the air, and Harden jumped up to meet Zhang Zifeng.

In the air, Zhang Zifeng couldn't effectively control his body at all.

Harden ran into Zhang Zifeng and the whistle sounded.

Zhang Zifeng fouled!

Harden looked at Zhang Zifeng and said, "Rookie, welcome to the NBA!"

Seeing that he lost a foul, Zhang Zifeng regretted it, damn it!
Why don't you forget that Harden is a well-known NBA touch expert.

He's the best foul-drawer in the league.

Standing at the free throw line, Harden made two free throws.

3: 2.

After being fouled by Harden, Zhang Zifeng took a deep breath and wanted to find his place in the next offense.

The sharp breakthrough easily threw off Harden's defense, jumped into the penalty area, Zhang Zifeng collected the ball, avoided Capela's block, and then pulled the bar for a layup and scored the ball.

The whole process was done in one go, very exciting!

Barkley saw it and shouted, "Beautiful! Compared with Harden, Zhang Zifeng's offense is more elegant and beautiful!"

Zhang Zifeng scored a goal on his head, Harden seemed to be fine, still in that loose and indifferent manner.

He dribbled the ball to the frontcourt, Harden went outside the three-point line to look at his players, and suddenly started, carrying Zhang Zifeng to the inside to break through.

Harden's breakthrough speed is not top in the league, and when he breaks through, he always holds the basketball straight with both hands.

Zhang Zifeng leaned against Harden, looked at the basketball in front of him, and couldn't help reaching out to steal it.

Harden's speed is not fast, but his pace is very large.

When Zhang Zifeng just reached out to steal the ball, Harden's body had already stepped over.

Zhang Zifeng hit Harden's arm directly.

Harden's hands were strong and powerful, and Zhang Zifeng didn't miss his ball with this heavy shot.

The whistle sounded immediately.

Hearing the referee's whistle, 76ers coach Brett Brown immediately hugged his head.

Seeing the substitution gesture made by the coach, Zhang Zifeng finally reacted.By the way, I made a second offense!
Damn it, I completely lost my sense of normalcy after being touched by Harden.

In less than 3 minutes of the opening, I finished Harden, and I can't play again in this quarter.

Kenny Smith saw Zhang Zifeng off the court and said: "Harden's defense is terrible, but Zhang Zifeng who defended him is indeed kicked off now. It's too early to say that Zhang Zifeng is the number one shooting guard!"

Barkley also criticized unceremoniously, "Zhang Zifeng is a complete rookie. He even forgot that he had already committed a foul before, and he wanted to steal Harden's ball so recklessly. This is not a professional player at all. It was a mistake that should have been made. Zhang needs to reflect on himself while sitting off the court!"

Zhang Zifeng took the towel thrown by the staff with a frustrated face, and walked towards the chair.

Brett Brown patted Zhang Zifeng's arm and said, "Jack, don't worry. Everyone has accumulated experience step by step from a rookie. When you play more games and accumulate more experience, you will learn how to deal with it. Rest well. , I still need your help for the next game!"

(End of this chapter)