NBA: I am the card dealer

Chapter 229: Playing against the Bulls in the second round, predicting the tiebreaker?

After four games, Xue Liancheng's personal performance was an astonishing 25.7 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds.

This data is much higher than the regular season.

The most important thing is that his shooting percentage is as high as 57.8%, which is even more efficient than in the regular season.

This is simply incredible.

To know.

In the playoffs, confrontation, physical contact, defense, strength in all aspects, psychological resistance, etc., are completely two levels.

For example, the motivation of players is not comparable to that of the regular season.

It's very simple.

There are 82 games in the regular season, spanning a span of 5 months. They face different opponents. It is simply impossible for the players of a team to stay motivated for a long time.

In the game, especially on the defensive end, it is easy to feel slack. For some fast break rounds, or use technology to play space rounds, the general defensive players just make a symbolic defense.

It is absolutely impossible to do every round, running desperately to assist and supplement defense.

But the playoffs are different.

A series can be seven games at most and four games at least.

Win and advance, and the playoff journey continues.

If you lose, you can pack your bags that night and go on a casual trip.

At this time, they will form a sense of urgency invisibly, and they must go all out for every round of defense.

Especially for teams at a disadvantage, the only thing they can do is to work hard.

and so.

Their defensive enthusiasm will be raised to a suffocating level, and they will fight for every round.

In this case, your shooting space will be further compressed, and scoring and assists will become extremely difficult.

This is the reason why the player data of each team has shrunk significantly and their efficiency has dropped sharply.

This has led to the saying that the playoffs are a stage for superstars.

Because superstars have strong attack ability! The abilities of superstars are even more highlighted in the playoffs.

But there is another saying that the playoffs are the place to test the quality of the stars.

Two players like DeRozan and Lowry have been found to have junk attributes.

Generally speaking.

A player whose regular season data is equal to the playoff data is considered a very good performance.

If the playoff data is much higher than the regular season data, then the player's value will definitely skyrocket.

The stars are especially obvious...

Because all the statistics of the stars are already at the top level, even if they get a little improvement, they have to put in unimaginable efforts.

What's more, it is simply impossible to improve in the more intense playoffs.

Like Xue Liancheng, all statistics are much higher than those in the regular season, which naturally attracts collective exclamation from various media.

The most important thing is that Xue Liancheng's efficiency has not decreased but increased, which is even more rare.

The first time the Heat advanced.

Sports giant media such as "Sports Illustrated" and "Yahoo Sports" have published articles praising Xue Liancheng's greatness.

Frank of FOX Sports, a loyal fan of Xue Liancheng, also immediately wrote on Twitter:

When Xue Liancheng made 14 of 6 shots, 18 points, 8 assists and 4 rebounds in the first game, everyone in the world was mocking Xue Liancheng, saying that he was not worthy of the MVP, that he showed his prototype in the playoffs, that the Heat Such a result is all due to Xue Liancheng's teammates and so on.

I was very angry when I saw such a voice.

How could anyone think that a player who scored 23.2 points, 10.8 assists and 5.7 rebounds contributed insignificantly to the team?

But I did not refute.

I'm waiting for Xue Liancheng's response.

In the end, Xue Liancheng did not disappoint me.

After four games, Xue Liancheng's statistics reached 25.7 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds. At the same time, he led the team to sweep their opponents 4:0 and advance into the playoffs with their heads high. This is the most powerful response.

What is dominance?

This is.

Xue Liancheng dominated this series and gave the Celtics no hope. Even when the other two giants performed poorly, he could still lead the team and grind his opponents to the ground.

Xue Liancheng's importance, influence on the court, and ability to control the game are fully reflected in this series.

The most important thing is that after four games, all Xue Liancheng's statistics have improved significantly, and his shooting rate is as high as 57.8%.

As a backcourt player, this efficiency is simply terrifying...

Does anyone still doubt Xue Liancheng now?

I don’t think so anymore.

Xue Liancheng used his super performance to silence all doubters.

And I believe this is just the beginning...

……

The repercussions aroused by the edited article were still great. After all, Xue Liancheng not only did not slump, but went a step further.

后三场的反弹，直接把18+8+4硬生生地拔高到25.7+12+7的地步。

This is the most powerful response to those doubters.

"After a mediocre performance in a game, I was eager to jump out and say that Xue Liancheng is no longer good, haha...why don't I jump now."

"The MVP deserves its name. When I say this, who agrees and who opposes?"

"They danced so happily, didn't they just want to create public opinion and slander Xue Liancheng MVP? As a result...Xue Liancheng is really up to date!"

"25.7+12+7! With these data, he is definitely the strongest point guard this season."

"Able to score 25.7 points and maintain a 57.8% shooting percentage. He is still a backcourt player. To be honest, Xue Liancheng is really strong."

"Xue Liancheng is undoubtedly the MVP of this season, and the strength he has shown is obvious to all."

Xue Liancheng's fans fell into a carnival.

at the same time.

Xue Liancheng's lineup for winning the MVP this season has become even bigger.

The fans who once criticized Xue Liancheng verbally and writtenly have completely stopped, and there is no longer a single voice criticizing Xue Liancheng on the Internet.

But these disturbances did not affect Xue Liancheng.

The next day.

All members of the Heat are training again, and they need to prepare in advance to deal with their next opponent.

Judging from the current situation, their next opponent is most likely the Chicago Bulls.

Because the Bulls have already won the battle of Tianwangshan, the big score now is that the Bulls lead the Toronto Raptors 3:1.

As long as the Bulls win another game, the first-round series will be over.

The next game will be held at the United Center in Chicago. It can be said that we have the right time, place and people.

The remaining two sets of matchups in the Eastern Conference are also 3:1.

The Cleveland Cavaliers realized their shame and bravely won two games in a row, rewriting the score to 3:1. The Washington Wizards were forced into a desperate situation.

The Eagles also led the Bucks by a big score of 3:1 and were only one step away from promotion.

Western situation.

The Golden State Warriors also completed a 4:0 sweep with an absolute advantage and entered the next round ahead of schedule.

but.

They are not as brutal as the Heat. After four games, they only averaged 8 points per game.

The thick-eyebrow brother only got one playoff experience card, and he was really alone.

The Houston Rockets lead the Dallas Mavericks 3:1, and the promotion is close at hand.

The Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies team is interesting. They have already tied at 2:2.

The trio of 58, Griffin and DeAndre Jordan were unable to deal with the Grizzlies supported by Black Bear Randolph, which was really surprising.

The Spurs also lead the Trail Blazers 3:1 and are expected to advance.

Or to be more precise, half a foot has entered the second round threshold.

Because after the end of this season, several of the Blazers' starting five will have contracts that are about to expire, and they will basically test the free market.

With such a loss in the playoffs, people's hearts have been scattered, and I'm afraid there is no way to recover.

Throughout the first round, only the Grizzlies and the Clippers felt a bit at odds, and the others basically faced a one-sided situation.

Other awards were also announced one after another.

The most improved player, as expected, is Butler.

The Sixth Man of the Year is Lou Williams.

The major awards of MVP and best lineup should not be announced until the end of the first round.

Xue Liancheng was already looking forward to it, his eyes grew wide.

The MVP is produced between him, Curry, and Harden anyway. Logically speaking, he has the greatest possibility of winning the MVP.

Not to mention a certainty, at least there is a 70-80% chance.

But if the dust doesn’t settle one day, then there are endless possibilities.

Who knows if the league will go crazy.

There have been quite controversial winners in the past, but he doesn't dare to pat his chest and say that this award belongs to him.

On the other hand, he is relatively sure of the best lineup.

Or more accurately, it's a done deal.

And it is likely to be the first team.

I wonder if this honor will allow Golden Thighs to continue to evolve?

It stands to reason that with the Rookie of the Year already in place, there is no doubt that the Best Team is the best.

But there are five players in the best first team and three best teams, which means a total of fifteen players will be selected.

This gold content...

Don't know how many there are.

But at least bigger than the All-Stars...

After all, it is the existence of the top three strength certifications in each position of the season.

While I was having random thoughts.

Wade came up and asked, "What are you thinking about?"

Xue Liancheng was rarely duplicitous: "I'm thinking about my opponent in the next round."

Wade seemed to see through Xue Liancheng's little thoughts, "Hey... don't worry, I believe that under the leadership of Xinke MVP, no matter who the opponent is, it will be no problem to defeat them."

Xue Liancheng rolled his eyes and countered, "You should say, under the leadership of three best team players..."

Wade fell silent on the spot, feeling resentful.

Because Wade missed too many games, the public directly excluded Wade from the selection of the best team.

Very regrettable……

otherwise.

With the Heat's record and Wade's data, being selected to the best team is almost a certainty.

If you can be selected, it can be said to be the most powerful response to James' departure.

such a pity!

……

……

Two days passed in a flash.

The Heat's next round of opponents is finally out.

That's right.

It's the Chicago Bulls.

At this time, ESPN took the lead in analyzing the lineups of both sides and making predictions:

As the Bulls defeated the Toronto Raptors without any blood with a big score of 4:1, the second round matchup in the Eastern Conference came.

Miami Heat vs Chicago Bulls.

Let’s first look at the matchup advantages of both sides.

Point guard: In the first round, Xue Liancheng proved that he is currently the best backcourt in the league. His average of 25.7 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds per game is eye-catching. His offensive firepower and organizational passing are top-notch.

But Rose is no easy man.

In the first round against the Raptors, Rose blossomed again, averaging 19.7 points, 8.3 assists and 4.2 rebounds per game, and shooting 43.2% from the field. Although his efficiency has not improved, his breakthrough threat is still there. Xue Liancheng can really Block Rose?

The answer is obvious.

So in the point guard position, the Heat undoubtedly have an advantage, but it is definitely not as huge as imagined.

Shooting guard: Butler also proved that he has the strength to be the boss of a top team, averaging 23.8 points, 7.7 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game, and his shooting percentage is as high as 48.8%, which is even better than in the regular season.

In comparison, the Heat's Wade still has a lot of power, but his state in the last two games is worrying, and his state has fluctuated too much.

Therefore, in terms of shooting guard, the Bulls have a small victory.

Small forward: PJ Tucker is a pure 3D player. He has no independent offensive ability, but his defensive ability is very good.

On the contrary, the Bulls' Dunleavy is better offensively and relatively mediocre defensively.

However, given the Bulls' strong defensive system, Dunleavy's defensive problems will not be a problem.

To sum up, the Bulls have the upper hand.

Power forward: Gasol once again proved himself to be one of the top insiders this season. His experienced experience and support ability have enriched the team's offensive system to varying degrees.

And Ibaka has been reduced to a high-post running position, but his advantage is that he has better physical talent and stronger impact, which will put Gasol into a dilemma of insufficient physical fitness.

But in terms of overall strength, Ibaka is still a level behind Gasol.

After all, Gasol is the All-Star starter this season. Although his performance in the first round was average, he definitely cannot be underestimated.

To sum up, the Bulls have the upper hand.

Center: Gasol is likely to be selected for the best first team, and his role on the defensive end is very obvious.

Unfortunately, Joakim Noah is also a regular on the best defensive team. Although he has deteriorated a bit in the past two years, his defensive role is equally obvious.

In summary, the Heat won a small victory.

The benches of both sides have a large number of strong players. The Heat's Chalmers, Batum, Marcus Morris and others showed a strong aggressiveness in the first round. The depth of the bench is undoubtedly very strong. .

The Bulls also have Mirotic, Brooks, Snell, Gibson and others, who are also very strong.

Substitute players, the game is tied.

Summary: The two sides may have to fight for seven games, and the final winner will be determined in the tie-break.

Final prediction: There is a high probability that the Heat will eliminate the Bulls 4:3 and advance to the Eastern Conference finals.

……

As soon as ESPN's analysis and prediction came out, it immediately caused an uproar.

"Are you kidding me? The Heat killed the Bulls three times in the regular season and beat the Bulls until they lost their temper. How dare you predict the tiebreaker?"

"What about 1+1=2? Did you analyze it like this? Why don't you talk about the offensive and defensive efficiency of the two sides, the average points per game and the average points lost per game, chemical reactions and other factors, just pure player comparison, right? ?”

"It's really funny. The Bulls can survive five games, and I think the Bulls are awesome, but they still have to tie seven? Are you dreaming?"

"Butler beats Wade? Wade averaged 22.3 points, 4.5 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game, and shot 45.7% from the field. How can Butler beat Wade?"

"It's just a joke. Rose can't even jump, and the rose blooms again? Against Xue Liancheng, he had to be beaten to the shit, but he still won slightly, and the advantage was not as big as imagined? Leaving aside the offensive ability, also Don't look at Xue Liancheng's level of vision and passing ability, how terrifying his ability to read the game is. Is this what Rose can compare with now? Even if Rose won the MVP the year he met Xue Liancheng now, I'm afraid he wouldn't get much. Cheap……"

"I can't bear to predict 4:2. Why don't you predict a tiebreaker for me? Ask the Bulls players if they have the confidence."

"Look at the Heat's game against the Celtics in the first round, and see what it means to be crushed. After four games, they can win by an average of 20 points per game, sweeping without any suspense. Why do you Bulls challenge the Heat?"

"Is it really a high probability? In other words, the Bulls may also win in the tiebreaker? Haha... You really don't take the league's first 67 wins seriously!"

All the fans were furious.

It even attracted the anger of Heat fans and Xue Liancheng fans.

In their view, this round of the series will be 4:2 at most, or the battle will end at 4:1.

Even 4:0 is not out of the question...

They never considered the Bulls as opponents.

As a result, ESPN predicted a tiebreaker?

And it’s still very likely…

In other words, the Heat may also lose.

How is this possible?

They are going for the championship, and what kind of state is the Bulls in? At the end of the season, they have the strength to fight to the death to avoid the Heat.

As a result, it came to the second round of the playoffs, and even predicted that the Heat might lose.

Why are you a bull?

Based on the matchup situation in your review?

What a mess...

Heat fans' lungs are about to explode.

They feel like ESPN is underestimating them.

If you just call ESPN stupid, that would be fine, but there are actually many people who agree with ESPN's analysis and predictions.

And refuted the questions raised by Heat fans one by one.

"If you want to measure a team by the regular season, then don't play in the playoffs and just award the championship to you."

"What about triple kills in the regular season, scoring efficiency, defensive efficiency, please... this is just a reference."

"It doesn't compare to matchups or lineups. Tell me what to compare? ESPN is already very objective. Some people just can't accept the facts and their hearts explode."

"The Heat were indeed overwhelming in the first round, winning by an average of 20 points per game, but the Bulls were not bad either. They swept the team in a gentleman's sweep. They averaged 15.2 points per game despite losing one game. Doesn't this reflect their strength?"

"You think you're sure to win before the match even starts? You can't accept it when others predict it will be a tiebreaker. Why are you so rogue?"

"The Heat fans are really robbers with logic. They can't beat you? The game hasn't started yet and everything is unknown. Do you understand?"

"Do you really think that the Bulls' defense is like that of the Celtics, and you have Thomas that you can't let go of?"

"Hey, some people took advantage of Thomas and really thought they were superstars? And they eliminated the Bulls 4:1?"

The two sides engaged in a fierce war of words. Anyway, the public is justified, and the mother-in-law is justified.

In the end, there was no doubt that the curse started.

The composition of these fans who support the Bulls has already been revealed.

Who wants the Heat to collapse halfway?

The answer is: Cleveland Cavaliers.

Currently, the only team that poses a threat to them in the Eastern Conference is the Miami Heat.