NBA: I am the card dealer

Chapter 228 Best Rookie, Skills Evolved Again

After the second game between the Heat and the Celtics, the situation in each series also changed.

The Bulls defeated the Raptors again and tied the score to 2:0. At present, the Bulls have a high probability of becoming the Heat's opponent in the second round.

The Warriors also defeated the Pelicans again 97:87, and the big score also became 2:0. Golden State's firepower was blocked, but in terms of hard power, it was still a level higher than the Pelicans.

A surprising series appeared. The Cleveland Cavaliers overturned at home and lost to the Wizards 99:117. The score was tied at 1:1.

The Rockets defeated the Mavericks again 111:99, and the score also became 2:0.

The Eagles also beat the Bucks for the second time with 96:91, and the big score became 2:0.

The Spurs once again defeated the Trail Blazers 97:82. The strength of the defending champion cannot be underestimated, and the big score also became 2:0.

The Grizzlies narrowly defeated the Clippers 111:107 and regained the home court advantage. The big score became 1:1. Without Bosh, they are still very tough and difficult to handle.

The protagonist of this night has undoubtedly become James.

wrong……

It's the entire Cavaliers team.

It was Love who shot 8-for-3.

It was JR Smith who made 11 of 3 shots.

It was Shumpert who shot 6 for 1 from the field.

It was TT Thompson who made 6 of 2 shots.

They also enjoyed the treatment of Xue Liancheng, were named and criticized by major media, and were frantically abused by fans.

As for James?

He scored 22 points, 11 rebounds and 30 assists on 9 of 7 shots. Regardless of the shooting percentage or various statistics, his performance in all aspects was perfect. Why should he be scolded?

And Owen?

虽然19投8中命中率不怎么样，但26分6助攻5篮板的数据，也无可挑剔。

There is nothing worthy of criticism in their performance.

If I must criticize, it can only be the lack of leadership, but these voices are very small.

Nothing happened to the two heads...

But it seems a bit inappropriate to let role players take the blame.

So……

Guo Fu was undoubtedly pushed to the beheading stage.

In this game, Love must take the blame.

The third giant, you made 8 of 3 shots from the field, what a fool!

And coach Blatter can't escape either.

Let the Wizards score 117 points, how do you become a coach?How did you arrange the defensive tactics?

This night anyway.

The two of them experienced a bloody storm.

While the outside world was in chaos, the award for the best rookie was announced.

No surprises.

Xue Liancheng was successfully elected.

But when he won the Rookie of the Year award, he didn't make much of a splash.

The reason is naturally that there is no suspense about this award, and the Cavaliers' upset defeat attracted all the attention.

Just when the award was officially announced, Xue Liancheng heard that familiar yet unfamiliar cold voice as he wished.

[Tip]: Successfully unlock the honor of Best Rookie and successfully predict future evolution.

Xue Liancheng was not too excited this time.

Because this is also expected.

After the blur in front of my eyes, the page appeared again in my mind.

The other three skills have not changed.

The ability to predict the future has changed from 0.3 seconds to 0.6 seconds.

In addition, the [Honor Level] finally changed, from 1 to 2.

There is also a line of small words below: All-Star, Best Rookie.

The ability to predict has evolved from 0.3 seconds to 0.6 seconds. This change is huge.

Whether it is the offensive end or the defensive end, it has really achieved a qualitative improvement.

The ultimate reaction time of an athlete is about 0.3 seconds.

Especially players with outstanding physical fitness and strong mental attributes, their reaction speed is obviously faster than others.

Xue Liancheng has a 0.3-second predictive ability, which can be regarded as the top existence of athletes.

But now, his predictive ability abruptly broke through the limit and was raised to 0.6 seconds.

One can imagine how obvious this improvement is.

With this ability to predict, he can truly accurately predict the opponent's passing choices, breakthrough movements, and starting routes on the defensive end.

This will undoubtedly allow him to react in advance and make defensive actions, whether it is positioning, stealing, or interference. His defensive effect will be qualitatively improved compared to the 0.3 second prediction ability.

When it came to 0.3 seconds of prediction, he just reacted faster.

But now, he can react and take corresponding actions at the same time.

This is the difference.

In other words, the 0.6 second prediction ability is enough to make up for the gap in his physical talents such as slow lateral movement, low speed, low jump, short wingspan, and low explosive power.

He believes that his 0.6-second prediction ability can help him become an elite defensive player.

Although it may be far from reaching the top level, it is more than enough to deal with most players on the field.

At least it won't be a defensive colander anymore.

Making up for this shortcoming will definitely elevate his overall strength to a higher level.

The improvement is not obvious.

And the 0.6 second prediction ability will improve the offensive end even more.

First, improve assist ability.

The ability to predict in 0.3 seconds allows him to predict the position of his teammates or defenders faster.

So now, this ability will continue to move up a level.

Or to be more precise, it's a level above the top.

His ability to read the game and discern opportunities will become more mature.

When he predicted it in 0.3 seconds, he only formed a preliminary prediction and had to make judgments based on the dynamic picture in his mind.

But now, with his prediction ability fully formed, and coupled with the dynamic diagram in his mind, he is now more confident about many passes that seemed risky before.

A lot of unconstrained passes, he can now try to try.

This was something that was unthinkable before.

Second, it can make shooting feel more accurate.

With 0.3 seconds of prediction, as soon as he takes the shot, he can actually draw a conclusion based on the arc of the ball as to whether the ball can go in or not.

Then when it increases to 0.6 seconds, the arc of the ball will be close to the basket.

He can predict more accurately whether the ball can be scored.

can enter?

Then everything will be fine and there will be no need to celebrate in advance.

Can't enter?

He can also get stuck in position early or return to defense early.

This help is also obvious.

This means that he can already be one step ahead.

The same goes for predicting other people's shots.

Third, breakthrough capabilities have been greatly improved.

At 0.3 seconds, his ability to change rhythm has improved by leaps and bounds.

Now with 0.6 prediction ability, his prediction ability has fully doubled, allowing him to react in advance and make actions according to the defensive player's center of gravity shift.

at this point.

It couldn't be done before.

This promotion allowed him to get rid of his abilities and directly step up to a new level.

Even if he is not fast, he can still use his ability to predict and get to the basket smoothly.

After reaching the basket, he can also use his prediction ability to find a more favorable shooting space, or it is easier to grasp the timing of passing the ball.

Third and fourth, his ability to touch porcelain is also a qualitative leap.

prior to.

His touch was somewhat deliberate.

Now, he can make things difficult for his opponents.

Fifth, his footwork can also be more flexible.

This makes him more capable of finishing around the rim.

When predicted at 0.3 seconds, his movements of shaking defensive players may not be so realistic.

So now, he can completely fake the truth.

You thought I was shaking, but in fact I voted.

You think I am shooting, but in the process, I can completely change into a fake action.

The combination of true and false, real and false, makes his steps smoother.

of course.

The 0.6 second prediction ability has been improved in all aspects, such as blocking position, whether the opponent's player or one's own player can make a shot, judging the placement of the rebound, observing the situation on the court, etc., all have been improved to a certain extent.

The improvement of Golden Thigh at this time can be described as timely rain.

Although his performance has improved somewhat in the second game against the Celtics.

But in fact, he just caught Thomas's defensive weakness, and his touch is really good.

Three-pointers, mid-range shots, and picks from the basket can all be made.

if not.

He could still face embarrassment.

He clearly felt that he had entered a bottleneck period, and it was very, very difficult to maintain his strong performance in the regular season in a high-intensity game like the playoffs.

Even after passing the Celtics, in the second round, it was still difficult for him to maintain 23+10+5.

it's good now.

His ability to predict has evolved again.

but……

This is far from enough. His ability to predict has only improved his overall game feel, but at a certain point, it is still not that obvious.

For example, three points.

For example, the middle distance.

For example, a layup under confrontation.

Although the ability to predict can also bring positive effects, but in fact there is no real improvement.

The feel of the hand has limitations, and it cannot be improved if you predict it.

The only thing that can be counted on is the regular season MVP award.

For now, the chances are still relatively large.

If you can improve your 100% hit ability, it will indeed be a qualitative leap.

I was thinking so.

Sudden.

The cold voice in my mind sounded again.

[Reminder]: Unlock the honor of the assist king successfully, and the evolution of the three-point shooting rate bonus without occlusion and contact is successful.

Xue Liancheng was stunned for a moment.

then.

The whole person was in a trance.

what's the situation?

Hasn’t the assist king been determined a long time ago?

At that time, he thought that this honor had no substantive effect, and he was secretly sad for a while.

result.

This is such an unexpected surprise!

He didn't have time to think about the reason. After his vision became blurry again, the page reappeared in his mind.

The ability to predict is fixed at 0.6 seconds.

The other two skills have not changed.

The three-point bonus ability without obstruction and contact has been increased from 10% to 15%.

In addition, the [Honor Level] finally changed, from 2 to 3.

There is also a line of fine print below: All-Star, Best Rookie, Assist King.

This skill is a bonus to open shooting, and it only adds 5%. It doesn't seem to have much substantial change.

But no matter how small a mosquito is, it is still meat!

This is equivalent to that as long as he has an open opportunity, his shooting percentage will be 15%. In addition, his own shooting is not bad, and his shooting percentage will still increase to a certain extent, which can help him stabilize his efficiency.

Especially when he encounters an early double attack and crazy pressing, it can come in handy.

Because in this case, he can only play without the ball.

Without the ball, he can increase offensive firepower and output stably, which is so important.

Take ten thousand steps back.

Even if he doesn't get many open looks.

That's also an improvement for his free throws.

Now his free throw percentage is as high as 93%. How did it come about?

Isn't it just the bonus to the open shooting rate?

It turns out that his free throw shooting percentage is over 80 points, which is actually quite high.

But under the effect of the 10% hit rate bonus, it abruptly increased to 93%.

Now it continues to increase on his original free throw shooting rate, which has become an increase of 15%. This improvement is still very significant.

At least his free throws won't be missed so easily.

What if the hit rate is increased to 20% or 30%?

Not to mention 100%, it is still a certainty.

This is also an improvement in scoring methods.

There is no reason not to be happy.

Wait until he calms down.

That doubt came back to his mind.

Why was it that the assist king was confirmed at the end of the season, but the golden thigh did not respond at all, and now it pops up.

Think about it.

After thinking for a long time, he suddenly had an idea.

Does the honor of assists king follow closely behind the Rookie of the Year?

So……

Is there any connection between the two?

With this in mind, he opened the official NBA website, and soon he found the answer.

original……

The NBA made posters of major statistics and hung them on the homepage.

The scoring leader, the assist leader, the rebound leader, the steal leader, the block leader, everyone has their own customized poster.

In other words, everything is subject to the official announcement.

Damn...

Xue Liancheng thought about it in his heart, but his eyes involuntarily fixed on the king of steals.

Do you want to fight for this honor next season?

but……

The difficulty is still relatively large.

This season, he only averages 1 steal per game. He relies entirely on his ability to predict and have the chance to succeed in steals.

After all, his physical talent is a bit lacking, with short wingspan, slow starting speed, and insufficient explosive power. Your hardware can't keep up with just predictions!

Ok……

Scoring champion?

Don't even think about it.

If he remembers correctly next season, his scoring average will increase to 30+. With his ability, does he really have a chance to match it?

A little bit vague...

Rebounding king? The shot-blocking king?

Then I dare not even think about it.

With just anticipation and blocking, how can he compare to those seven-footers? Unless there is a selfless inside man like Adams to help him block and grab rebounds, and his teammates can't compete with him. He specializes in picking up backcourt rebounds. .

but……

It's still difficult.

An average of 15 per game!

How can it be so easy to grab.

OK……

……

……

The third battle came as promised.

Xue Liancheng, whose skills have been successfully upgraded, becomes ferocious and violent like a beast breaking out of an iron cage.

Coupled with Thomas's weakness, Stevens never found a solution and was held tightly by Xue Liancheng.

Xue Liancheng was like a god descending to earth, silencing the entire TD North Shore Garden.

Check in for the same three quarters.

But his data has become more luxurious.

18投12中，32分14助攻9篮板的准三双数据，直接把TD北岸花园变成了一片死海。

The final score was 109:81.

The Celtics were directly pressed to the ground, rubbing back and forth.

The combination of Gasol and Ibaka finally exerted a frame-protecting effect, allowing the Celtics to score only 81 points.

Thomas, in particular, was severely restricted. He made 22 of 6 shots and only scored 14 points. He completely lost the magic of the previous two games.

Wade's efficiency also dropped significantly in this game, making 18 of 6 shots and only scoring 18 points.

Gasol was also average, shooting 14 of 5 and only 13 points.

And even with these two cores in such a sluggish situation, they still defeated the Celtics in three quarters, and Xue Liancheng's dominance was finally perfectly reflected.

The big score also became 3:0.

The Celtics are hanging on by a thread.

After the game.

The major media were finally conquered.

"Xue Liancheng showed MVP-level dominance, defeating the Celtics in three quarters"

"Xue Liancheng's bold words are about to come true, sweeping Boston"

"Who can stop Xue Liancheng?" 》

"With 32 points, 14 assists and 9 rebounds in three quarters, Xue Liancheng was furious and told the world: This is the MVP"

"The other two of the Big Three did not perform well, Xue Liancheng slashed the quasi-double and three protectors"

"Directly bulldozing Boston, Xue Liancheng is about to become the new MVP"

It only took Xue Liancheng three games to make many media go from crazy criticism to complete worship.

The conversion was so fast it was incredible.

And countless fans have to marvel at Xue Liancheng's strength.

No one dares to force Lai Lai anymore.

Everyone thinks Xue Liancheng deserves to be named MVP this season.

The most obvious thing is that the Celtic generals said in interviews: They will go all out to win a game and save face.

That's right.

I just want to try to win one.

How dare you mention that you want to slap Xue Liancheng in the face, that you want to defeat the Heat and make the whole world look up to you, and so on.

of course.

No one would believe this kind of nonsense.

They didn't even dare to say it themselves.

Isn't this tantamount to being completely defeated and becoming a veritable mourning army?

I don't even have the courage to speak out anymore.

Fourth battle.

Sure enough, the Celtics fought back fiercely, biting Xue Liancheng fiercely.

This time they were deadlocked until the third quarter.

In the middle of the fourth quarter, after Xue Liancheng came on the stage, he directly led the team and launched an 18:3 attack wave, and the point difference once again widened to 20+.

Collapse in place.

The series ended prematurely.

The result was no surprise.

The Heat completed a sweep of the Celtics with 103:87.

Xue Liancheng once again scored 30 points, and also had 13 assists and 8 rebounds, which was also a near-triple-double.

but……

This time he was not so violent, and his efficiency also declined under the bite of the Celtics.

20 for 11...

Even if it is a decline, it is still a 55% hit rate.

It can be seen how obvious Xue Liancheng is in the matchup advantage. Looking at a gap, he can free his hands and press the Celtics to the ground and trample them wantonly.

Wade's efficiency is still a problem. He made 20 of 7 shots and only scored 16 points.

However, Gasol finally stepped up and scored a double-double of 13 points and 8 rebounds on 20 of 10 shots.

Most importantly, this guy hit 2 three-pointers.

The effect of enhanced training during this period is slowly reflected.

Thomas once again stalled and scored 14 points on 4-of-10 shooting. He was so busy shooting three-pointers from the outside that he couldn't get in at all.

in this way.

The heat's first round of battle has finally come to an end.

Miami lived up to expectations and successfully swept Boston, which was on the verge of entering the playoffs.

There is a huge gap in strength between the two sides.

After four games, the Celtics lost a total of 80 points, averaging 20 points per game.

The lowest point difference was 15 points in the first game.

I really have no power to fight back...