Game 4 of the series between the Nuggets and Jazz continues at the Energy Arena in Salt Lake City.
Today, the Jazz showed the momentum of a last-ditch battle from the beginning, and the momentum of the "Devil's Home" was also amazing.
The fans did their best to put pressure on the Nuggets, and they even used various props to increase the decibel level.
However, any external force is in vain in the face of the absolute strength gap.
From star level to team tactics, the Nuggets suppressed the Jazz to death.
The Nuggets had no intention of letting a game go and then returning home to finish. They refused to give an inch.
"Answer" Iverson and "Melon" Anthony did not wait for Li Yan to step up and decide the game. The two big guys adjusted quickly, and their offensive efficiency was very high in this game.
Iverson scored 22 points in the first half and led the Nuggets to steadily suppress the Jazz.
Anthony hit consecutive three-pointers in the third quarter, completely shattering the Jazz's determination to resist to the end.
The "golden double spears" charged into the battle, and Li Yan was happy and relaxed.
With 10 points and 16 assists, a simple double-double, Li Yan perfectly completed the work of "connecting" the team.
The game entered garbage time in the middle of the fourth quarter, and the difficult Jazz were swept 4-0 by the Nuggets.
Li Yan played like a superstar in this series, and his performance even surpassed that of Iverson and Anthony.
The Nuggets' combat effectiveness in the first round was amazing, and they have become the favorites to win the championship.
The Nuggets are very united, and on the plane back to Denver, they were thinking about their opponents.
At this time, the Mavericks were already trailing the Warriors 1-3, and their lives were hanging by a thread.
Even those who are optimistic about the Mavericks have to admit that the regular season champion may be out of the game.
After all, it is still too difficult to overturn a coach like Nelson.
"The prospects are very clear." Iverson analyzed: "After playing the Suns, we will face the Spurs. If we win, we will basically win the championship."
"Well, Allen, I want to remind you that Kobe and his Lakers are not out yet." Marcus Camby interjected with a smile.
The G4 Lakers lost their home court and were on the verge of elimination.
"Haha." Iverson laughed: "Of course I hope my good brother Kobe can win, but the Lakers' lineup is still a bit worse."
"Are the teams in the Eastern Conference directly excluded?" Kenyon Martin also laughed: "Would this be too disrespectful of them?"
"The Pistons are not our opponent." Anthony thought for a moment and said, "They are only slightly better than the Jazz."
"Do you all think the Pistons are the champions of the Eastern Conference?" Li Yan gave his opinion: "I feel that the Cavaliers will break out of the Eastern Conference."
"Haha, that would be great!" Hearty laughter sounded in the cabin.
Li Yan: Damn it, you guys really don’t take LeBron James seriously!
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After returning to Denver, the Nuggets took a day off before starting training again.
Other games in the first round of the playoffs are still in full swing.
The Spurs swept the Rockets 4-1, but after the Mavericks saved a match point, they ultimately lost 2-4.
The Spurs will face the Warriors in the Western Conference semifinals, which is a sure bet.
In another matchup in the Western Conference, Kobe tried his best and failed to prevent the Lakers from losing.
4 to 1, the Phoenix Suns will be the Nuggets' opponent in the next round.
In the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Pistons will face the Bulls, while the Cavaliers will face the Nets.
The Nuggets have not paid much attention to the situation in the Eastern Conference, and that side is not within their consideration range for the time being.
The Nuggets quickly began to prepare for the Western Conference semifinals against the Suns.
The offensive firepower of both teams is very fierce. The Nuggets are good at fast-paced games, and the Suns' "eight-second offense" is even better.
The showdown between the Nuggets and the Suns is destined to be a battle like "Mars hitting the Earth".
However, the Nuggets are still full of confidence. They are not afraid of the Suns' crazy offensive and defensive transition rhythm.
When it comes to the critical battle, the balance of victory will definitely tip to the Nuggets.
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The day after the Lakers were eliminated, Li Yan received a call from Kobe.
"Lee, come to the Lakers, I need you, we will build a dynasty." Kobe's tone was very firm:
"The Lakers will give you the best contract, and there will be the greatest exposure here."
"Uh!" Li Yan couldn't give an answer: "Kobe, thank you for your kindness. Now I just want to help the Nuggets win the championship. I'll talk about other things in the offseason!"
"Li, I'm looking forward to your response..."
Li Yan hung up the phone and looked at Iverson next to him with an embarrassed look.
"Boss, I swear, this is just Kobe's own idea."
"Ha! I can understand if you go to head another team, but." Iverson made a vicious look: "I will never forgive you if you go to Kobe."
"Am I not as good as Kobe in any way?" Iverson joked: "Did Kobe take you to a nightclub? Did he spend money on you?"
"Oh, no, no." Li Yan immediately expressed his loyalty: "Boss, you look so handsome when you swipe your card!"
