Nba: Five Big Moves At The Start

Some time before the start of the All-Star Weekend, the Raptors, who had been sleeping gradually, suddenly woke up and couldn't stop, defeating the powerful players in the East and West one after another.

As of now.

The Raptors have won 18 consecutive victories, surpassing the 76ers, Celtics and other teams in one fell swoop. They have advanced from fifth in the Eastern Conference to first in the Eastern Conference.

The awakened Raptor is so powerful and powerful.

"The Trail Blazers lost to the Lakers because the rampaging Lillard was suppressed by Qin Rui. Although the tragic ending was unexpected, the loss is understandable."

"But the Raptors are different. From the starters to the bench, the Raptors players are all capable. The starters are very strong. The bench has Siakam and VanVleet and others, and their offense is also amazing.

"A Raptor like this, when it explodes in full force, is really unstoppable."

"No matter how strong Qin Rui is, two fists will never be able to beat four hands. I think... tomorrow night's game between the Lakers and Raptors, the Raptors at home, will have a high probability of winning the game."

"Yes, I think so too!"

"Come on Raptors, we can't let the Lakers continue to be so arrogant. The league can't let a newcomer lead the way!"

"that is!"

"Agree!"

Fans are discussing it on the Internet.

Returning from the All-Star Weekend, the Lakers used their victory over the Trail Blazers, who had won 13 consecutive victories, to win 837 games in a row for 12 consecutive games, becoming the public enemy of the league once again.

Be the one every team wants to beat.

In tomorrow night's game, fans hope that the Raptors will win, and they all believe that the Raptors team is very strong and has the ability to defeat the Lakers and Qin Rui.

the next day.

The Lakers flew to Toronto and stayed early at a hotel near the Air Canada Center.

Inside the house where Coach Walton is.

"Derek Luke, taking Qin Rui's advice, seems like the right choice."

Assistant coach Brian Shaw laughed.

"Yes. y

Wharton nodded and looked at Derek's data sheet in his hand, his eyes filled with satisfaction.

"According to the current situation, Derrick's performance is indeed stable, and... his data is the best player in the Lakers team except Qin Rui."

"Too."

"After all, Derek was once a superstar in the league. No matter how he withers, his talent is still there."

"Derek becoming Qin Rui's helper will give us more strength in our championship journey, but... I hope Derek will not be injured."

"Don't get hurt."

Wharton was vaguely worried.

As long as Rose is not injured, it doesn't matter if his performance is worse.

"hehe."

Brian smiled and affirmed: "I have carefully watched Derek's recent games. He has always been holding back and attacking with the premise of protecting himself.

"Not only are you scared, Derek is scared too!"

"He must love basketball very much to be so cautious. He doesn't want to lose this opportunity. He hopes to stay healthy and continue to fight on the court."

Um?!

Walton was stunned and asked in confusion: "Brian, how can you be sure that Derek has an almost fanatical love for basketball?!"

"Of course."

Brian nodded and said: "I got rumors before that Derrick Rose was willing to play with the Cavaliers for a basic salary of 2.1 million."

Wharton was startled inwardly.

8pm.

Air Canada Center Arena.

There is still half an hour before the game starts, but the arena is already packed.

Originally, the game between the Raptors and the Lakers was not as popular as the game between the Trail Blazers and the Lakers. However, with the defeat of the Trail Blazers, everyone focused on this game.

The Raptors are now the only hope to defeat the Lakers.

The popularity has been rising steadily.

"Go Raptors!"

"Go Raptors!"

"Go Raptors!"

At the Raptors home court, the fans, under the shouts of the on-site DJ, twirled support handkerchiefs and shouted loudly, kept the atmosphere at home high and outperformed the Lakers in terms of momentum from the beginning.

It feels like...the Raptors, who have won 18 consecutive victories, will definitely defeat the Lakers, who have won 12 consecutive victories.

T,N,T rear studio.

O'Neal tightened his blue tie and said: "After the All-Star Weekend, we are competing for a spot in the playoffs, in order to have a better ranking."

"The competition in the league will be more intense."

"The Lakers happened to meet two suddenly emerging teams, the Trail Blazers and the Raptors, at this time. This game... was really exciting.

"The Raptors, who are sitting at home tonight, must be confident of winning the game."

"With the high morale of their 18-game winning streak, if they can defeat the Lakers, then the Raptors will secure their position as the leader in the Eastern Conference, which is incredible.

"yes."

Barkley nodded unequivocally: "The Raptors finally rushed forward. I really didn't expect it at the beginning of this season, but it is undeniable that the Raptors played really well during this period."

"DeRozan, Lowry, and Ibaka all played aggressively, all played at an All-Star level, and matched up with the outstanding performance of the bench, even if the team does not have extremely high-profile players."

"But winning 18 consecutive victories is enough and makes the entire league fearful."

"The Lakers... although they have "monster newcomer" Qin Rui, they will definitely pay a corresponding price if they want to win the game.

"We don't know how it will end yet, but in my opinion, tonight's game will be very exciting."

Say it.

The two looked at each other, nodded, and returned their gaze to the court.

On the playing field.

Warm-up time ends quickly.

The starters from both sides started to play.

Toronto Raptors starting lineup: Kyle Lowry (guard), DeMar DeRozan (guard), Serge Ibaka (forward), Anunoby (forward), Jonas Watt Ranchiunas (center).

Los Angeles Lakers starting lineup: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (guard), Lonzo Ball (guard), Qin Rui (forward), Brandon Ingram (forward), Brook Lowe Pace (center).

The Lakers here.

Rose and Kuzma are still on the bench to add firepower to the bench. Despite this, the thought of the Raptors bench still makes people feel shuddering.

"jump, ball!"

Valanciunas and Lopez competed for the ball. Lopez took the lead and flew the basketball. Qin Rui collected the basketball and scored the first offense of the game for the Lakers. .