Strong Offense and Defense

Nie Chuan followed his teammates into the lounge of the gymnasium, where everyone changed their jerseys and organized their belongings.

"Are you nervous?" Carlo moved his head to Ewing's side.

Ewing's expression was much calmer than Nie Chuan's.In the past, before important games, he would always bump his legs or snap his fingers in the car, but today, Ewing is either meditating with his eyes closed or listening to music.

"I'm not nervous." Ewing clenched his fist and smashed Carlo, "We have come to this point and created a success that our predecessors have not achieved in more than ten years... I just feel that this is only one step away. We can make history, I have to go all out, otherwise I will not be reconciled."

Nie Chuan's heart seemed to be moved by Ewing's words, and Carlo was slightly taken aback.

"You used to say you were the top three shooters in the league, but I always thought you were number one," Carlo said.

Ewing smiled, and lowered his head to straighten his wristbands, just like a soldier about to go to the battlefield wipes his own sharp blade.

Carlo dissatisfied: "At this time, shouldn't you say 'I also think you are the number one power forward in the league'?"

Ewing stretched out his hand and flicked Carlo's forehead: "When this game is over, it will become a reality."

Carlo laughed too.

When they left the tunnel and entered the arena, the deafening cheers made Nie Chuan's blood boil.

In the past, Nie Chuan didn't understand the origin of this enthusiasm. In his opinion, no matter how exciting a basketball game is, it was just a game.

All the wonderful moments will pass, and no matter how amazing the history is, it will be covered by new surprises.

But when he came to the present step by step, he seemed to be integrated into this frenzy.

Most importantly, he knew he was one of the creators of this madness.

The basketball hall is so broad and bright, as if extending infinitely to accommodate the whole world, all-encompassing, presenting infinite possibilities.

Nie Chuan raised his eyes. Opposite them were the players and coaches of azu.

Ben Robbins was stretching, and when he turned his face to see Nie Chuan, he really showed a big smile.

And Seston also turned sideways to look in the direction of DK, the smile on his lips was exactly the same as the last game against UFR.

The commentators couldn't contain their excitement.

Robert said: "Oh my god! This much-anticipated battle is finally here! To be honest, I expected azu to enter the final, but I really didn't expect their opponent to be udk!"

"Yes, many sports magazines and special issues believe that dk has the strength to enter the elite eight, but this final decisive battle is indeed beyond many people's expectations! Just watching dk go all the way and witnessing its growth, I suddenly feel that Such a result is both unexpected and reasonable!" Engli commented.

"Is it just me who has been adamant that dk will make it to the final? You guys imagine a combination of Seston Lind and Ben Robbins, if anyone can compete with it, the only thing I can think of It's DK's Reese and Nie Chuan!"

"Hahaha, if it was in the past, if you told me that this unknown black-haired kid might be able to compete with Seston Lind, who is known as the number one point guard in the league, I would have thought you were crazy. Of course, Even now, I think Nie Chuan still lacks something compared to Seston, but I just can't help thinking that he can rival Seston, and I can't even come up with a reason for myself!" Robert shook his head amusedly.

"It's the expectation of his growth. When he replaced Reece as a small forward against ksu, we thought that this kid was not Raven Harvey's opponent, and dk would stop here, but he took it from Raven's hand It scored more than [-] points. When dk faced cbu, we thought we had to rely on Reece to block Owen. Nie Chuan once again proved his defensive ability and scoring ability at the basket. So this makes me think You have to know what surprises Nie Chuan will bring in the face of Seston Lind, who is also a point guard, and whether his partner with Reese can restrain the linkage between Ben Robbins and Seston. said Engley.

"Not only that, but the ability of one or two people is not enough to win this game. With the same technical expertise, can Ewing let go of Ben Robbins, who is far more famous than himself? Hands and feet guarantee the perimeter of DK? Can Carlo Brandon match Azu's power forward Edgar? You must know that Edgar is the power forward with the highest rebounds and points since the start of the finals! And Azu's Bracey, as a small Forward, does he have the courage and cutting ability of Reddington?" Espison made a comparison.

"Don't forget the contest between center Jushi and Montenegro. Although compared with Jushi, Montenegro is much more low-key, but anyone with a discerning eye can see that DK has made it this far, and Montenegro's defense at the basket is indispensable. And Jushi is second to none in the finals The center of the team is top-notch in terms of explosive power and scoring ability. The collision of the two powerful centers is also very interesting. In addition, the coaches of the two teams, Coach Gordon and Coach Sauter, who is known as the 'big shark' , How they will analyze the situation and play the highest level of their respective players is also waiting for people to look forward to!"

Ben leaned his head towards Seston: "What are you looking at?"

"Of course we are looking at our opponents. Ben, your premonition is always good. Do you think we will be the champions this year?" Seston asked with a smile.

"Of course it's us." Ben's answer was affirmative, "And, I think I can get 21 points!"

"21 points?" Seston narrowed his eyes, "I thought you would be confident that you could get [-] points."

"Hey, I'm not so overconfident and underestimating my opponent." Ben put away his childish smile, and his eyes fell on Reese, "The only person in the entire udk who can catch up to your speed is Reese. If Reese If I keep you in check, my chances of getting the ball will be much smaller. In terms of possession and steals, I am no match for Nie Chuan, this is a fact."

Seston chuckled: "What about Nie Chuan? Do you think he is my opponent? He is the guy who can compete with Raven Harvey and can pass Owen Whishaw many times."

Ben Ban raised his head and didn't answer.

"It seems that you really recognize Nie Chuan." Seston raised his eyebrows slightly.

"Actually...you know it very well, don't you?" Ben looked into Seston's eyes and asked back.

"Clear what?"

"Know that as soon as he passes you once, or as soon as he successfully steals you once, there will be a second, a third. Let him find out how to get out of your rhythm, and he will fight harder. Against Raven. It was like that with Harvey, it was like that against Owen Whishaw."

"So, I have to suppress him, hit his self-confidence to the bottom, make him unable to hold his head up, and never give him any 'inspiration'." Seston's eyes became cold.

At this time, Coach Gordon was also giving pre-match guidance to the players.

"Up to here, I am [-]% satisfied with each of you's performance. Although many people are expecting us to win, this is not the NBA. Apart from fame and glory, I hope you enjoy everything on the court, every shot And every heart-breaking moment. The cooperation between Seston Lind and Ben Robbins is quite famous in the league, so Nie Chuan, this will be a very special game for you. Go Experience Seston Lind's way of handling the ball face to face, his rhythm transition, his steals, his cuts, how he connects everyone in the team, he will be your best teacher, the best I believe he is not an insurmountable mountain for you, but a stepping stone for you."

Coach Gordon looked straight at Nie Chuan, which was something Nie Chuan had never expected.

In everyone's subconscious mind, it should be Reese, not Nie Chuan, who is going to stare at Seston.

But Coach Gordon said that Seston was a stepping stone for Nie Chuan, which Nie Chuan never thought of.Coach Gordon will not make some evaluations beyond the opponent's level and strength for the self-confidence of the players, because when unrealistic praise is shattered by reality, it will also damage the self-esteem of the players exponentially.But what Coach Gordon said was obviously saying that Nie Chuan's potential far surpassed Seston's.

This made Nie Chuan's fingertips inexplicably hot.

"Ewing, maybe in the finals, you were not the top shooter. Owen Whishaw and Ben Robbins were rated above you. But you are the top of our dk, scoring outside We can't rely on anyone, only you. For us, it doesn't matter whether the outside world thinks you can surpass Ben Robbins, because you are unique." Coach Gordon seems to understand that he has been used to compete with Owen Whishaw and Ben Robbins compared Ewing's inner pressure, "I don't need you to dance in shackles, I just want you to enjoy this game. When it's over and you recall it, you feel happy , not pressure."

"Yes, coach." Ewing nodded.

"Montenegro, I know how much you love basketball and how much you want to be recognized by nba scouts. But you have restrained your desire to express yourself and become our dk's most solid backing. Today, I hope you let go a little bit, Do whatever you want, let those scouts see how good you are!"

Montenegro was slightly taken aback, then smiled: "Yes, coach!"

"Carlo, because of Reese's presence, your power forward's scoring and defensive abilities have been underestimated. Today, don't think too much, show it to everyone, our DK's scoring ace is not just Rees. "

Carlo smiled and hit Reese on the shoulder with his fist: "Hey, it seems that Coach Gordon really wants me to steal your limelight!"

"Reese, you have given me a lot of surprises this year." Coach Gordon raised his hand and patted Reese's shoulder. "In the past, you were like a sharp blade without a scabbard, showing your sharpness. But since Nie Chuan After joining us, you have changed a lot. You know how to cooperate with others, and you also know how to get more opportunities from your teammates. This is what I am most grateful to Nie Chuan, he allows you to have a broader pattern."

"So today, can I do whatever I want?" Rees asked back.

"Everything you want is relative." Coach Gordon put his palm on Reese's chest, "Deep in your heart, you know exactly what you want."

Everyone looked in Rees' direction.

The game is about to start, and everyone is on the field.

Every step was extremely solemn to Nie Chuan.He had never been bathed in such bright lights, and even the beating of his heart seemed to have a special meaning.

He lowered his body's center of gravity, ready to move at any time.

And Heishan and Jushi stood on the center line. For the jump ball, Heishan had performed countless times, but when he jumped up, Nie Chuan saw the explosive power that broke through the vision.

His explosive shout seemed to burst his eardrums, and with a flash of his arm in the air, he knocked the ball down!

Nie Chuan moved quickly and scored the ball before the opponent's small forward Bracey moved.

When Nie Chuan turned around, he heard the sound of his side's sneakers rubbing against the ground. Deep in his mind, he thought of the scene of Owen stealing the ball when he turned around with the ball when DK was fighting against CBU.He won't make the same mistake a second time!

Nie Chuan quickly changed direction on the same side, avoided the opponent's stealing the ball, turned around and swung his shoulders neatly, and passed the opponent's side like lightning.

At that moment, Nie Chuan realized that the guy approaching him turned out to be Seston!

Nie Chuan's heart clenched tightly. He knew that just this did not shake off the fastest point guard.

Sure enough, just as Nie Chuan started to speed up, Seston had already caught up with him. Nie Chuan made an emergency stop and tried to get rid of Seston, but the other party slid directly to stop Nie Chuan.

There was a slight smile on Seston's lips, and his eyes did not feel oppressive, but Nie Chuan had the illusion that he had been locked by the other party and could not escape.

Nie Chuan knew that if he forced his way forward, he would be intercepted by Seston. Nie Chuan decided to pass the ball to the back, but Carlo, who rushed to meet him, was blocked by the opponent's power forward Edgar in an instant. At this time, Reese came , The emotions of the audience were adjusted. Nie Chuan made a sideways pass to the rear, and just pushed his hand backwards. Seston suddenly rushed forward, his back stretched out a very tense line, His body seemed to pass under Nie Chuan's arm, and his fingertips obviously hit Nie Chuan's ball, completely changing its passing angle!

At this time, Azu's small forward Bracey came and took the ball away. Rees instantly adjusted his direction and followed Bracey. The speed of the two was extremely fast.

Bracey broke through Ewing's defense, and Reese easily broke through Ben's obstruction. The two rushed all the way to the basket. Bracey made a sudden stop and suddenly passed the ball back, and Ben was there!

The heart was hanging in the throat, and everyone was wondering whether it would be Ben Robbins who scored the first goal and the first three-pointer in this game?

Ben was ready to catch the ball, and at the moment he raised his hand, a figure chased him diagonally from behind, jumping up recklessly, Ben opened his eyes wide, watching the ball being shot down, And I didn't even have the chance to meet him.

The audience shouted loudly.

It was Nie Chuan, who successfully blocked Ben's first three-pointer!

Ben blinked and caught up with Nie Chuan, but Nie Chuan's speed was too fast, and the distance was quickly opened.

"Nie Chuan's speed seems to be faster than when he was fighting against CBU!" Engli exclaimed.

Robert said with a smile: "It's not that he's faster, but that he dribbles more smoothly. Whether it's a dribble that deviates from the center of gravity or a sudden change in direction, he can handle it with ease!"

Espenson also smiled: "I really want to see his one-on-one with Seston Lind."

At this moment, someone ran side by side with Nie Chuan.With such a neat speed, Nie Chuan knew it wasn't Rees.

Just as Nie Chuan was about to change the ball from his right hand to his left hand, Seston suddenly increased his speed and stretched out his arm. Nie Chuan knew that this guy could also maintain his body balance to steal during high-speed movement. It was too late to change direction at this time Nie Chuan had no choice but to raise his shoulders and touch the ground hard, hoping to avoid Seston's hand.

But Seston was simply a monster. He instantly adjusted his center of gravity, moved towards the front where Nie Chuan touched the earth, stretched out his other arm, and suddenly hooked the ball back.

Nie Chuan's nerves were about to burst. For the first time, he felt that no matter how hard he tried, he could not escape the shackles of Seston.

Seston's smile flashed past Nie Chuan's eyes. This guy just regarded Nie Chuan as an interesting guy, not a real opponent.

The ball was taken away by Seston. His speed can be described as turbulent. In the blink of an eye, he passed Ewing. A fake move that was so fast that it almost made people fall flashed past Carlo's side. Under the basket, Montenegro jumped up and blocked his way to the layup. He just smiled lightly and passed the ball to power forward Edgar in midair.

Carlo rushed to defend Edgar, but Edgar had already shot, jumped and dunked.

But Reese rushed over and directly smashed Edgar. The strength and momentum of this jump made Edgar's pupils startled.

Seston catches the ball, jumps up calmly and is about to shoot. At this time Carlo rushed over. From the right basket to the left position, Carlo's speed and sensitivity are astonishing.

Still, Seston's shot was a feint as he retrieved the ball, passed Carlo, and jumped for a layup.

When the ball was about to be sent to the height of the basket, Seston was stunned. Nie Chuan didn't know when to return to defense and jumped high.

Seston's eyes widened at that moment. He had observed Nie Chuan's games many times, and knew that this guy's jumping ability in critical moments was by no means inferior to that of a top-notch small forward, but it was a different feeling when he really experienced it for himself. .

Seston got the ball back and it was going to be a nice pull-up layup.

Nie Chuan gritted his teeth and twisted his body in mid-air, just blocking Seston's layup again.

But Seston was very patient and did not make a move. He was very aware of Nie Chuan's time in the air, and he was waiting for the moment when the opportunity came!

Sure enough, the moment Nie Chuan fell, Seston decisively used his fingertips to send the ball through Nie Chuan's armpit and into the basket!

Originally, Nie Chuan's aerial interception had already made the audience hooked, but Seston's aerial change was even better!

Does the first ball belong to azu?

"boom--"

Someone swung his arm neatly and dunked Seston's ball.

"Oh—" the audience exclaimed!

Even commentators craned their necks.

"my God……"

"It's Reese! It's Reese!"

"so amazing!"

Reece landed and flew up with the ball: "Nie Chuan!"

The moment Nie Chuan landed, he followed closely.

dk set off a wave of fast break.

The audience shouted frantically, only to see Reece rushing towards Azu's basket as if to cut through the air.

Seston followed closely behind them, while the rest of the azu team fought back.

Nie Chuan turned around abruptly and stood in front of Seston. Seston shook his shoulders quickly. No matter how fast Nie Chuan reacted, he couldn't keep up. Seston passed Nie Chuan, but it was just such a moment of interference. Rees Has successfully rushed to azu's basket!

The center boulder competed with Reece, but Reece took off calmly, his posture was full of bouncing strength, his arm passed through the side of the arm raised by the boulder, and sent the ball obliquely into the basket with the strength of his fingers !

Nie Chuan let out a breath.

There was constant applause on the field, and Rees turned around and gave Nie Chuan a high-five.

Seston squinted at them, Ben walked up to Seston, and said coolly: "Hey, they really have a tacit understanding...I haven't even had time to successfully receive a pass from you! "

"It's okay. I'll make Nie Chuan cry." Seston pulled the corners of his lips.

Robert's evaluation of this ball is quite high: "In my opinion, Reese's ball has a very high gold content. It is not only because of his speed and scoring skills at the basket, but also because of his cooperation with Nie Chuan. With Seston's speed, as well as DK's basket, Carlo and Montenegro's defense, the technical characteristics of the entire team are fully reflected."

Engley and Espenson agree.

In the stands, Ralvin and Owen sat side by side.

Ralvin clapped his hands with the audience, showing a big smile: "It's really worthwhile for us to practice with them for so long."

Owen frowned: "But I'm a little worried."

"worry about what?"

"Of course I was worried that Seston would attack Nie Chuan."

"Oh no?"

"What I'm talking about doesn't refer to fouls, but to show his strength in the shortest possible time to put psychological pressure on Nie Chuan and make him collapse."

"...No way. If it was Nie Chuan before, it might be possible, but after going through so many strong teams in the finals, along the way...Nie Chuan can't be so fragile."

"Probably. Because I once wanted to do that to Nie Chuan, but I didn't hate it enough."

After listening to Owen's words, Ralvin was also silent.

Then, Owen laughed again: "What are we worrying about? No matter what happens, Reese will protect Nie Chuan."

"How to protect?" Ralvin asked back.

"Let him know that he is a more powerful existence of Biston, so there is no need to be cowardly, as long as he continues to grow."