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Chapter 78
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At halftime, the Celtics continued to maintain their advantage with a score of 65:48.

Since the Celtics opened up the situation in the second quarter, the situation of the two sides was reversed in an instant, and the Timberwolves, who were originally in a slight advantage, were instantly suppressed.

The Celtics, who played well on the offensive end, directly overtook the score, and continued to put pressure on the young Timberwolves on the defensive end.

Today's Timberwolves lineup has great potential and is capable of fighting against most teams in the league, but what they are most afraid of are those teams with a relatively balanced offense and defense, such as the Celtics and Lakers.

Facing a team that can advance, attack, retreat, and defend, it is difficult for you to really hit it. Only by using your own attack after attack to wear down its will step by step can you win in the end.

However, at this moment, the Timberwolves were completely beaten and suppressed by the Celtics, who were in full attack and defense. If it hadn't been for Li Shihao's offensive end against Rajon Rondo, I am afraid that at the end of the halftime The point difference will directly make the Timberwolves' young players feel a deep sense of despair.

Paul Pierce, the Finals MVP who led his team to the championship in 08, his strength must not be underestimated!
At the beginning of this season, many people were saying that the Celtics were getting old, and their inability to win the championship last year was the best proof. Expert media in the league were saying that the era of the Celtics has passed, and Boston will again Facing the dark days again, waiting for the next great player to lead Boston back to the top.

However, Li Shihao didn't think so!

The record of the Boston Celtics this season is not outstanding, only ranked fourth in the Eastern Conference. With a record of 19 wins and 15 losses, they may be able to rank fourth in the Eastern Conference, but if they are placed in the highly competitive Western Conference, they may only be ranked fourth. Being able to rank sixth, only one position ahead of the Timberwolves.

But Li Shihao can't forget the amazing Hulk team at the beginning of the season. At that time, the Celtics knocked out the young Timberwolves at halftime. Know how to play.

The man who led the rhythm of the game was the mustache man wearing the No. 34 jersey on the opposite side-Paul Pierce!

Paul Pierce is a big mouth, he will comment on some unsightly things, he will show off his thick biceps after completing a wonderful goal, and show his manly demeanor.

Even when many people are talking about how the little emperor James is so omnipotent and will rule the future alliance, Paul Pierce will always jump out to oppose it unwillingly. He will tell everyone righteously that he is still the most powerful man in the world. There is no such thing as an excellent third player!

In fact, many people regard him as a joke, and use it from time to time as a way to change the boring life after dinner.

But few people understand that even though Paul Pierce's career is getting late, his peak time is shrinking a little bit, and you can even see his pace slowing down a little bit every year.

But it was such an overlooked player who led his team to defeat the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers at the beginning of the season, scored 31 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists, allowing everyone to see the powerful scoring of this player Ability, the ability to attack at critical moments is still one of the best players in this league.

Li Shihao didn't dare to underestimate Paul Pierce. The opponent once gave him a disastrous defeat, and the impression was so deep that he dared not forget it.

Late last night, Li Shihao was still watching Paul Pierce's game video carefully, trying to find out Pierce's weakness.

Only by knowing yourself and the enemy can you be victorious in every battle!The sayings that have been passed down since ancient times are always true!
In the boring game videos over and over again, Li Shihao discovered Pierce's imagination on the offensive end, no, it can even be said to be creativity.

Paul Pierce is proficient in too many offensive methods, and his kaleidoscopic offensive skills make many players in the league who rely on one trick to eat all over the world feel ashamed.

Li Shihao even thought about it in his mind, what would happen if Paul Pierce had the physical fitness of LeBron James?
But it's just thinking about it, the result is too terrible, I can't make up my mind at all!
Paul Pierce's scoring ability at critical moments is very strong. Once you relax on him, he can stab into your body like a dagger at any time until the blood you stabbed is drained and you die.

The feeling of watching your opponent score in front of you and you can't do anything is too uncomfortable and depressing, just like the feeling that the Raptors felt in the heart of the night Kobe scored 81 points.

Therefore, Li Shihao understands that tonight he must maintain a stronger state and focus all his attention on the offensive end. If he cannot lead the team to gain an advantage on the offensive end, then it will only be a matter of time before he loses tonight and leaves.

On the defensive end, Li Shihao had no choice but to trust his teammates. Brewer, Love, and Gasol Jr. believed that they could hold the Timberwolves' territory!

At the beginning of the third quarter, Rondo controlled the ball and advanced across the half court. His slightly protruding big eyes scanned the half court. He was not as eager to pass the basketball to Paul Pierce as before, but patiently waited for Garnett and Parry on the inside. After Sens settled down, he took the ball without haste and prepared to organize an attack.

Facing Li Shihao's defense, Rondo's big eyes flashed a bit dignified. Tonight, Li Shihao has already scored 21 points, 4 assists and 2 steals in the process of the third quarter. Even if this data is placed in the whole time, it is extremely good, not to mention that Li Shihao only spent more than 20 minutes.

Rondo decided to get back to the field now, he needs to prove himself on the offensive end.

Rondo turned sideways to catch Li Shihao behind him, stabilized his position, and patted the ball one after another.

Li Shihao lowered his body and did not dare to relax. His eyes were always watching Rajon Rondo's every move. At the same time, the peripheral vision in his eyes was always wandering around the edge of the court, paying attention to the positioning of other Celtics, and he did not dare to relax in the slightest. .

Brewer ambushed at the 45-degree three-point line on the weak side, his whole body was in a state of alert, every cell in his body exuded a sense of trembling, and he remained highly active at all times.At this moment, he can no longer guard Paul Pierce. All he can do is to pay more attention to supplementary defense and try his best to make some contributions to the team's defense.

It was with Brewer's peeking at all times that Rondo dared not break through immediately, but was just ready to go, and he was still looking for a good opportunity to attack.

Suddenly, Rajon moved too much, and his right foot suddenly took a big step to the right...

(End of this chapter)