NBA: I am the card dealer

Chapter 217 See you in Los Angeles?

After defeating the Eagles.

Many media have begun to predict that the Heat will win 28 consecutive games and break the record set by the Big Three.

Because the next opponents are the Suns, Lakers, Wizards, Kings, Celtics, and Nets.

Among these teams, the Suns and Wizards are still quite competitive.

The former has been torn to pieces through constant transactions, but their overall competitiveness is still there. With Bledsoe, Knight, Luol Deng, and Markieff Morris, the lineup does not look weak. The record is 30 wins and 30 losses, which is not bad.

The latter is a strong team in the Eastern Conference. Although Wall's mouth was swollen from being beaten by Xue Liancheng last time, after all, the record is here. Few teams in the league dare to say that they are sure to beat them.

The rest all have huge attributes. The Brooklyn Nets have the best record, with 24 wins and 33 losses, and all wins are losses.

and so……

As long as the Heat can guarantee their state, winning these games should not be a big problem.

Then their winning streak will come to 28 games.

In one fell swoop, they broke the 12-game winning streak set by the Big Three in the 13-27 season, taking the second place in the winning streak.

After beating these teams, they will face challenges next.

Consecutive encounters with two strong Eastern teams, the Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers.

At that time, it was hard to say whether we could make it through.

result.

People never expected.

The Heat stumbled immediately, surprising all commentators and celebrities.

107:117

The Heat lost a fierce battle with the Suns.

The winning streak came to an abrupt end, and the 28-game winning streak came to nothing.

This result.

It was so unexpected.

Even Xue Liancheng didn't expect that they would fall in a pool of Phoenix's blood and fall in front of the dawn.

In fact, there are already some signs on the road to winning streak.

The confrontations they encountered became stronger and stronger, and the opponents they encountered became more and more violent.

Why is this happening?

Because no matter the weak or strong team, when they met the Heat, they all tried their best to fight to death. Everyone wanted to snipe the Heat, everyone wanted to end the Heat's winning streak, everyone wanted to Want to be the protagonist of the front page headlines...

The most typical example is the Orlando Magic they met in the first two games. This is a weak team. They have lost 40 games this season, but they actually competed with the Heat until the last moment.

Can be imagined.

How excited they were...

If it weren't for Xue Liancheng's 100% hit ability, his winning streak might not last long enough to play against the Eagles.

and so……

In this game, everyone in the Suns went crazy, so it was natural.

Luol Deng, in particular, showed off his rare performance, shooting 16 of 9 from the field and scoring 24 points, which was his highest score since being traded to the Suns.

The state was very violent. He made 6 three-pointers in 4 attempts.

Knight also exploded, scoring 21 points with an efficiency of 11 of 31 shots.

Bledsoe is relatively average, but he also has a double-double of 13 points and 10 assists.

Markieff Morris also played well, making 15 of 8 shots and scoring 20 points.

The Suns' shooting rate is as high as 52.7%, and the offensive end is more blooming. Whenever there is an opportunity, they are willing to share the ball.

Even Luol Deng, the pacesetter in stand-up singles, participated in screens and running positions in this game. At the same time, he did not force shots and passed the ball resolutely.

On the defensive end, all members of the Suns also worked hard, assisting in defense very actively, and making up defense very quickly.

This greatly curbed the mobility advantage of the Heat's five small lineups. Many opportunities were blocked by the Suns as soon as they came out.

On the other hand, look at the Heat.

Without the advantage of mobility, Xue Liancheng's passing power was naturally compromised in the face of such a strong oppressive defense from the Suns.

Coupled with Wade's poor offensive efficiency and sharp reduction in threats, the defensive pressure he faces is extremely huge.

finally.

他全场15投7中，三分球5投1中，只拿到了18分8助攻。

It's a far cry from the state he was in when he defeated the Eagles in the last game.

Wade's efficiency after his comeback has been unstable. In the last game, his shooting percentage was as high as 19% or 7%, and in the next game, it may be over 16%. In this game, he made of shots and only scored points. .

However, he sent out a whopping 9 assists, more than Xue Liancheng.

Others can perform well.

PJ Tucker exploded and scored 20 points, Batum had 14 points, Ibaka had 10 points, and Morris had 12 points.

But in the end...

They still lost the game.

The 23-game winning streak ended here.

Although it is a bit regretful, this is an inevitable result. No one can remain undefeated all the time.

Think on the bright side.

Take off the shackles on the top of your head and everyone can be in a relaxed state. Isn't this a good thing?

Now they don't have to tense their nerves anymore, they don't have to insist on playing with injuries in order to continue the winning streak, and they don't have to face overwhelming pressure and expectations from the outside world.

Traveling lightly and starting from scratch will be more conducive to their performance in the game.

rest for a day.

The Heat did not stop their pace and set sail again.

Slaughtered the Los Angeles Lakers with 122:94, and spread all the anger of the ending streak on this former giants, today's belly.

What a unilateral massacre...

Tiekei was injured again and did not play in this game.

of course.

Even if we go to war, I'm afraid it won't change anything.

The Heat are also full of injuries. Gasol continues to sit out this game, and they also rest two important rotations, Ibaka and Batum.

The two of them had injuries to begin with, but for the sake of their winning streak, they never dared to rest and forced themselves to play.

Now that he had put down his burden, Spoelstra simply asked them to call a truce.

But even without three main players, the Heat still produced super terrifying offensive firepower and implemented a dimensionality reduction attack on the Lakers.

Xue Liancheng scored 35 points and 15 assists in this game, almost single-handedly destroying this former giant.

Wade's condition improved a bit, making 17 of 7 shots and scoring 25 points.

The combined score of the two backcourt cores is 60 points, which is equivalent to smashing the Lakers' penalty area with just two of them.

There was no room for resistance at all.

Marcus Morris, who replaced Ibaka in the starting lineup, showed off his power and scored 22 points, which was very outstanding.

As for the Lakers.

A bunch of guerrillas are scattered, fighting on their own, and there is nothing worth saying.

The only thing worth mentioning is Clarkson, who is also a second-round pick this year and has already become a starter.

However, he was in poor condition. He made 11 of 3 shots and only scored 10 points. However, he had 7 rebounds and 5 assists, which was pretty good...

After the game.

Kobe, who was wearing a casual suit, did not leave the field with the team, but went straight to Xue Liancheng: "Xue, long time no see."

Xue Liancheng also greeted him with a smile, "Long time no see."

The last time we met, Kobe went straight to Wade, chatting with him by the way.

During this meeting, Kobe actually chatted with him first...

Ok……

I don’t know if this is a kind of recognition and progress?

Tie Ke: "You've been playing better and better lately, and it's impressive."

Xue Liancheng replied: "I've always been good, okay?"

Tiekei smiled, "Haha... But I heard that you haven't been happy recently."

Xue Liancheng was stunned.

But soon, he reacted.

What Kobe said was unhappy was his contract extension with the team.

After he figured it out, he couldn't help but smile bitterly, "So...you want to say that Los Angeles welcomes me?"

Kobe was very honest: "Yes, the Los Angeles Lakers team has always had superstars to pass on, and you are the most suitable candidate in my mind."

This is the foundation of a wealthy family.

Kobe opened his mouth like a superstar, which was a recognition of Xue Liancheng's strength. At the same time, his words revealed the arrogance of coming from a wealthy family.

If it had been anyone else, I'm afraid they would have been filled with excitement and excitement.

after all……

Who doesn’t respect the wealthy teams?

Joining the Los Angeles Lakers is equivalent to adding a legendary touch to one's career and maximizing one's commercial value.

But in Xue Liancheng's view, the so-called wealthy families have little appeal to him.

Where did the wealthy family come from?

It comes from accumulating championship honors.

If Magic couldn't win five championships, it would be unreasonable. Magic is just a top star. Where does the superstar legacy come from?

The so-called wealthy families are all based on championships.

The Heat already have three championships. As long as they win a few more championships in the next ten years, they will be a proper wealthy team.

These things are only deliberately created to cultivate the players' sense of honor.

To put it bluntly, there is no benefit to the players at all, it is all false...

But the big city, he yearns for.

It's equivalent to choosing between the first-tier metropolitan city of Magic City and the third-tier small city of Zhuhai. Where would you choose to develop?

no doubt.

Everyone would choose Magic City.

If he wants to leave Miami, his first choice is also a big city, which needs to be considered at the top of the list.

Los Angeles is really nice.

Hollywood is a paradise for models, entertainment, stars, art and celebrities. Known as the City of Angels, business is booming and it is very suitable for sports stars like him.

Definitely a great place to go.

This is also the most important reason why the Los Angeles Lakers can attract superstars.

If you go to Los Angeles, the only choice is the Lakers and the Clippers.

Then the Lakers will naturally be the first choice.

but……

It's too early to tell now.

Xue Liancheng smiled and shook his head: "Thank you for your approval, but I don't have time to think about these things now."

Upon hearing this.

Kobe was not disappointed. Instead, his eyes lit up, "Come to Los Angeles this summer and I will teach you low-post skills."

When he recruited before, Xue Liancheng always refused, very resolutely.

But now, the tone has clearly changed.

No time to think about it?

In other words, it is not considered now, but it will be considered during the offseason.

How could this not make him overjoyed?

Xue Liancheng nodded: "Okay, see you in the summer."

Technology has to be learned.

As for how the situation will develop in the future, we will talk about it at that time...

Kobe was overjoyed and corrected, "See you in Los Angeles."

Xue Liancheng: "..."

……

……

Ended the game with the Lakers.

The Heat ran to Washington non-stop and played three games with the Wizards, which was also the last time the two sides met this season.

In view of the last confrontation between Xue Liancheng and Wall, there was a verbal exchange before the game.

When the two teams started, they were not very friendly, and the physical confrontation was very fierce.

On several occasions, large-scale conflicts broke out.

but.

Players on both sides were relatively calm.

The most important thing is that Xue Liancheng is relatively calm.

He wasn't angered by Wall.

On the contrary, Wall pushed Lai Lai from the beginning and kept trying to provoke and anger Xue Liancheng.

But Xue Liancheng has been in the league for a season, and he is almost immune to these indifferent output.

During a fast break round.

The two faced each other again.

Wall pressed again: "It's very surprising that with your defensive ability, you can also top the MVP list."

Xue Liancheng just smiled lightly and didn't bother to pay attention.

Wall is indeed super fast. In a one-on-one duel, few people in the league can guard against this speeding sports car.

But the problem is.

This is not a heads-up competition.

It's a team sport.

With the help of the Heat's defensive tactics, Wall is actually relatively easy to defend. Preventing penetration but not shooting is the basic strategy.

As long as Wall comes in and flanks him immediately, it will make Wall extremely uncomfortable.

Especially with Gasol's comeback, Gasol is guarding the basket, covering a very large area.

Even if Wall breaks through two blocks, he can't do whatever he wants at the basket.

and so……

Four minutes into the game, Wall didn't have a chance to take a shot.

Being ignored again, Wall snorted and sneered twice, instead of charging directly with the ball, he kept approaching, dribbling dizzyingly, and then quickly changed direction to pass the passer.

But at this time, PJ Tucker has arrived.

Wall suddenly became a sandwich cookie and could only jump up and pass the ball.

then.

The Wizards had to reorganize.

basically……

Wall spent the entire first quarter in this kind of treatment.

During this period, he tried to take action, but he contributed a fine iron shot...

I don’t know if he hit the iron too much in the last game, which led to him being sprayed by his own fans, and his little heart was broken.

In this game, Wall deliberately reduced his shots.

If you can force the vote, you must not force the vote.

Come to the second quarter.

Wall, who used to talk a lot, finally withered.

Because under the leadership of Xue Liancheng, the Heat's dead five small lineup suddenly died, playing a wave of crazy 13:3 attacks.

The Wizards fell behind by 13 points at once.

Seeing that he is about to follow in the footsteps of the Eagles, how can Wall still have the heart to brag...

Fortunately.

The rest of the Wizards were tenacious enough, Bill, Nene, and Gortat stepped forward one after another.

Gortat, in particular, frantically blocked the position to grab rebounds. He grabbed offensive rebounds for three consecutive rounds and converted them into points.

Halftime is over.

The Heat still lead by 9 points.

Wall took 4 shots and only hit 1 ball.

It gives people the feeling that they just don’t dare to take action.

Come to the third quarter.

Both sides felt bad and engaged in bloody hand-to-hand combat.

In this quarter, neither side scored more than 20 points. The Heat scored 17 points and the Wizards scored 19 points.

At the end of the three quarters, the Heat still have a 7-point advantage.

It’s time for the decisive battle in the fourth quarter.

The situation changed suddenly.

Pierce hit a three-pointer, Gooden also hit a three-pointer, and Temple continued.

Directly bring the score back.

The Heat had to call a timeout and send Xue Liancheng and Wade to play in advance.

Come up for the first round.

Xue Liancheng and Wade were playing a pick-and-roll, with Wade holding the ball and Xue Liancheng blocking.

After blocking.

Rushing forward side by side.

Wade turned around after feinting while traveling and suddenly made a cross.

After Xue Liancheng received the ball, he directly pushed the ball towards the basket.

In the end, Wade flew into the sky.

Press the ball into the frame.

The whole set of movements, the coordination is smooth and flowing, very beautiful...

The bleeding finally stopped for the Heat.

The two sides ended in a draw.

Immediately afterwards...

I don’t know if the tacit understanding between each other is too good, or if everyone is so bad, but it’s just a blacksmith.

After your fight, I will appear on stage.

Except for the pleasant jingle on the field, there is nothing else...

Played for four minutes.

Only then did Wade step forward and break the deadlock by driving to the basket.

Strange to say.

The Heat opened up, and the Wizards' shots followed suit.

And Wall, who was strong for most of the game, opened the game for the Wizards.

It's a pity that the good times did not last long...

The two sides just got up for two rounds and fell into struggle again.

Can only rely on sparse free throws to increase points.

Until the last 1 minute and 45 seconds.

These black minutes have passed.

Xue Liancheng took the lead with three points to tie the score for the team.

Then he made a long pass and assisted Wade to complete the fast break basket.

Turning around, he used the "Pengci Dafa" again, and succeeded in "Pengci Wall".

Made both free throws.

The Heat lead by 4 points.

And there are only 40 seconds left.

Wizards offense.

This goal is very crucial. Only by scoring it can the suspense be maintained.

If you miss, it's like walking into an abyss.

Wall broke through first, trying to tear apart the Heat's defense and find space.

But the Heat's defense was very tight, and the double attack forced Wall to take the ball. At the same time, someone immediately filled the gap.

The Wizards had little chance.

Come out and organize again.

result.

After running for a long time, Wall still couldn't find a clue to attack.

Seeing that time is running out.

Wall gritted his teeth and chose to be angry again.

Finally, he forced a buzzer-beating shot from a high position.

still none.

Gortat grabbed another offensive rebound.

After the message came out, Wall stabilized.

then.

After three seconds of bad luck, it was passed to Bill.

Already behind by 4 points, with little time left, hurry up and grab it.

This operation is really incomprehensible...

Bill is braver.

After receiving the ball.

Directly step back and make a strong three-point shot.

Bang!

Not so lucky this time.

Gasol protected the rebound.

Just dump it to Xue Liancheng.

The time is only the last 8 seconds.

Xue Liancheng went straight to the frontcourt without giving the opponent a chance to foul.

Stepping into the middle circle and taking a step, he voted directly.

three points...

middle……

Kill the game…

The score is fixed at 104:97.

Xue Liancheng performed well, scoring 16 points and 8 assists on 24 of 12 shots.

Wall, on the other hand, made 7 of 2 shots and only scored 6 points.

Although he also had 10 assists, his performance on the court was disappointing.

The fans at the scene once again booed.

It's not the point that one's own star is outplayed by the opponent.

The point is, if you don't even dare to make a move, how can you compete with others?

He doesn't even have the most basic courage and confidence. Is this their star player?

It's so disappointing...

The team can lose, and you can be tough, but you can't help but take action.

In such a fierce game, the leading star only took 7 shots, which is really surprising...

You know, the Wizards played nine players, and Wall's shots ranked seventh.

Even the role players dare to show their swords, but you, a leading star, are shrinking, what a big disappointment...