"The Denver Nuggets defeated the powerful Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference semifinals and advanced to the Western Conference Finals with a total score of 4-2."
"They will face the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals."
"Li Yan performed well in this series, averaging 25.5 points, 16.3 assists, 9.6 rebounds, 4.3 steals and 2.3 blocks per game."
"After failing in the first round of the playoffs for three consecutive years, the Denver Nuggets have finally made a breakthrough. This season, they will launch an attack on the O'Brien Trophy."
"Two days later, the Nuggets will continue their journey to the Western Conference Finals at the Pepsi Center. We'll see you then!"
Director Zhang and Yu Jia explained happily.
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At the game, the Pepsi Center was buzzing with excitement, and excited Nuggets fans shook their fists at the camera in celebration.
This is the first time the Nuggets have entered the Western Conference Finals in 22 years since the distant 1984-85 season.
"Won!"
"We advanced!"
"Brothers, win 8 more games and we will win the championship!"
The Nuggets players gathered with George Karl and members of the coaching staff to celebrate. For the Nuggets, this day has been a long time coming.
After a simple celebration, the Nuggets players walked over and hugged the Suns players.
Nash and Iverson hugged each other, and the two top guards of the 1996 golden generation cherished each other.
Nash congratulated him very gracefully: "Allen, congratulations on advancing. We will defeat the Spurs in the next round. We must win the championship!"
As a powerful team in the Western Conference, unlike the Nuggets, the Suns are no stranger to the Western Conference Finals.
In the past two seasons, the Suns have reached the Western Conference Finals; however, they lost to the Spurs and Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals respectively.
Iverson was also a little emotional after hearing Nash's words. He said: "Brother, I will, thank you for your blessing!"
After Nash said goodbye to Iverson, he waited for Li Yan specifically.
Li Yan is also full of respect for Nash.
It's so admirable that someone with a body like Nash's can achieve such success in the NBA.
The two hugged each other, and Nash said: "Lee, your performance is so amazing. Without you, we would not lose to the Nuggets."
Indeed, from a 43-point triple-double in the first game, to five consecutive three-pointers in the last 2 minutes to close the game; to a super quadruple-double to dominate the game and win the match point; to today's critical moment, one offense and one defense to kill the suspense.
Li Yan dominated this series with his superb performance.
As two consecutive regular season MVPs, Nash gave Li Yan high praise: "Li, you have all the elements of an excellent point guard. Come on, the future is yours."
Nash's words sounded familiar, but Li Yan didn't feel anything was wrong.
"Thank you, Steve! You are the benchmark for point guards." Li Yan also gave Nash great respect.
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Post-match press conference.
Suns head coach D'Antoni blasted Li Yan: "Li is a true genius, he can do anything, and his influence on both offense and defense is unparalleled.
Steve is undoubtedly the top point guard, but Lee's performance is phenomenal and he is the real protagonist in this series.
The whole series, we had nothing to do with him. He almost never turned the ball over. It was scary.
We lost this series because of him. "
Steve Nash said in an interview:
"Lee is much more talented than me. His height allows him to see many places that I can't see. His passing is simply an art. His playing style is very tough and he is not afraid of confrontation. I can't remember being beaten. How many balls has he stolen?
Lee is already a top point guard. The scary thing is that this is his first season, and his achievements will definitely surpass mine..."
Li Yan also expressed his respect for Nash in an interview: "Steve is a two-time regular season MVP. His style of play has influenced countless young players. He is the benchmark for young point guards..."
Nuggets head coach George Karl didn't give Li Yan much praise. Although Li Yan is an absolute hero in George Karl's heart, the Nuggets now have a bunch of veterans.
Especially with Iverson and Anthony here, if you brag about Li Yan too much, you will lose more than you gain.
However, both Anthony and Iverson affirmed Li Yan's role in interviews. They both believed that Li Yan was the Nuggets' most stable player.
After completing the press conference, the Nuggets players had a short day off. Two days later, they will continue to face the Spurs at the Pepsi Center.
The players are off, but George Karl and the coaching staff are working overtime.
The Nuggets' opponent in the Western Conference Finals is the San Antonio Spurs.
With the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns eliminated, the Spurs and Nuggets have become the two teams with the best odds of winning the championship.
In the eyes of many football commentators, the Western Conference Finals are the Finals, and it will be difficult for this year's Eastern Conference teams to pose a threat to the Spurs and Nuggets.
The Nuggets met the Spurs in the first round of the Western Conference in the 2004-05 season.
The Spurs, second in the Western Conference at the time, easily swept the Nuggets, seventh in the Western Conference, 4-1.
The Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony, Marcus Camby, Kenyon Martin, and Nene Hilario have all experienced this series.
Therefore, this Western Conference Finals can also be regarded as the Nuggets' "battle of revenge."
Although the Nuggets have home court advantage, the Spurs have one more week of rest than the Nuggets, and they have a physical advantage.
The playoff schedule is intensive and intense, and physical fitness is very important for the players.
Whoever has better physical fitness will be in relatively better condition.
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Before the start of the Western Conference Finals, G1 of the Eastern Conference Finals has ended.
The Pistons, the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, defeated the No. 2 seed Cavaliers 79-76 at home.
In this game, "Little Emperor" James performed poorly, making only 5 of 15 shots. He was lost in the Pistons' iron-clad defense.
The data of G1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, James is indeed a little abnormal
The most surprising thing is that James actually made 0 free throws in the entire game; although he sent 10 rebounds and 9 assists, this did not guarantee the Cavaliers' victory.
With poor touch, James was not decisive enough in attacking the basket, which made him criticized by the media.
On May 21st, G1 of the Western Conference Finals is about to begin.
The Pepsi Center was newly decorated, with large posters of Nuggets players occupying the entire exterior wall of the arena.
Li Yan has now become the favorite of the fans. Although Anthony's poster is still in the middle of the five starters, judging from the entire scene, Li Yan vaguely occupies the C position.
Before the game started, all kinds of news started to stir up.
Although the Nuggets have home court advantage, American experts are more optimistic about the veteran Spurs.
They believe that the Spurs have a stronger overall strength. Compared with the Nuggets, the Spurs have a balanced offense and defense.
Of course, domestically, the Nuggets have stellar approval ratings.
"Don't analyze with me, I won't listen, I just support the Nuggets and Li Yan!"
"Support Li Yan to win the championship!"
"Mader, no matter how reasonable you are, I still support the Nuggets."
"The Spurs' best skill at Bowen's black kick is of no use to us, Xiao Li. We are good at martial arts..."
