For the Celtics, whether it was the regular season or the playoffs, in addition to winning or losing, it was also a battle of dignity.
Whether it was the fans or the players, they had done their best in this game. There was only one goal, and that was to let their old enemy lose here.
However, the opposing rookie center was like a god descending from the heavens. Under the strict defense of the Celtics, he still scored 50 points. This performance was beyond everyone's expectations.
Now, in the last minute of the game, the Celtics only led by four points.
Victory was not guaranteed when the opponent attacked.
At the same time, Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and other veterans also had physical problems at this time.
In order to win, Garnett came to Wang Zhe and began to put pressure on him."Hey, kid, don't think that you're great just because you've scored so many points today. We're completely letting you off, you know?”
Wang Zhe knew very well that there was no logic in his words.
Before the serious double-team in the fourth quarter, the defensive pressure on him had never been small.
Obviously, Garnett was here to stir up trouble.
Wang Zhe ignored him.
The Los Angeles team sent the ball to the sideline. Wang Zhe was once again surrounded by two players. After receiving the ball, he decisively passed the ball to Gasol.
The Celtics 'defense quickly rotated, and Gasol passed the ball to Fisher.
The Celtics did not dare to let go of Fisher at this time. The two men pounced on the defense. Fisher passed the ball to Vujasic, who was in the open position. The latter did not feel good today and hesitated after receiving the ball.
Wang Zhe shouted," Sasha, go ahead and vote. What are you hesitating for?!"”
As if he had just woken up from a dream, Vujasic continued to strike.
Wang Zhe tried his best to break through the opponent's box and rebound under the basket. Garnett deliberately fouled him.
The two of them were entangled.
Garnett was still chattering, but Wang Zhe pushed him away.
Obviously, both of them were angry. Garnett wanted to rush up, but the players from both sides immediately intervened and pulled the two apart.
Although Garnett was pulled back, he did not stop talking."Newbie, you won't win. We're going to party tonight!”
Wang Zhe did not want to be outdone." You idiot. You're already so old. Go home and take a vacation. Don't come here to embarrass yourself."”
……
The scolding battle almost caused a conflict, and the referee gave both sides a technical foul!
The technical fouls canceled each other out, and Wang Zhe still had to stand at the free throw line for two free throws.
The boos from the stadium rang out again. The Celtics were united tonight. Everything they did was for the team to win against their archenemy.
Wang Zhe adjusted his breathing. At this critical moment, he was even more confident.
On one hand, this key ball ability came from the increase in ability points rewarded after completing the system mission. On the other hand, it was because Wang Zhe had a big heart.
After hitting two free throws, he put his index finger in front of his mouth and made a gesture to tell the fans to shut up.
103:105
There were only two points left. The Laker had a lot of hope!
The Celtics fans at the scene, after Wang Zhe scored these two penalty shots, their momentum indeed weakened a little.
Wang Zhe's response was too domineering. Even though he was ruthlessly surrounded and could not perform on the offensive end in the fourth quarter, at the critical moment, he still fought hard for the next offensive rebound and caused Garnett to foul, scoring the key two points for the team.
Such a performance was truly moving.
Kobe Bryant, who was dressed in a suit, also came to the sidelines. He clenched his fists and applauded Wang Zhe."King, you're awesome. Let's do it, let's do it!”
His teammates on the field applauded and cheered for Wang Zhe's tough performance.
Artest smiled. He admired Wang Zhe more and more.
……
The Celtics still had the advantage, with 43 seconds and a two-point lead. As long as they hit this round, the scales of victory would still tilt towards them.
There was no pause. Rondo controlled the ball and started to press down on time.
For the Celtics, wasting as much time as possible was absolutely beneficial.
With nine seconds left in the attack, Pierce gave Rondo a high cover, and Artest decisively switched defense with Fisher.
Pearce pulled away to face Old Fisher, and Rondo decisively passed the ball to him.
There was not much time left. Pierce, who had an absolute height advantage, faced Old Fish. He did not manage to squeeze past him and chose to jump shot. Unfortunately, he hit the iron.
Wang Zhe protected the rebound.
103:105, 20 seconds.
The Clippers requested a time-out.
Their chance had come. Phil Jackson, who had almost given up, had a boost in confidence. He began to design offensive tactics for his players.
"The opponent will still double-team the king. We have to cover the weak side without the ball. After opening up the space, we will pass the ball to Pau (Gasol) under the basket and let him complete a two-pointer to equalize the score. The opponent's physical reserves are not enough. If we enter overtime, we will have a big advantage.”
Phil Jackson quickly made the final attack. He had always been outstanding in controlling the game.
The lack of stamina among the Celtics veterans was also obvious.
This tactic sounded reasonable, but Wang Zhe didn't think so.
His 'system' didn't seem to think so either.
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