When two NBA teams were tied 2-2 in the playoff series, the fifth game of the series was crucial. G5 was also called the "Battle of the Heavenly Kings".
The team that wins this game will have an advantage, and most of them will win the entire series.
Iverson looked at Li Yan with bright eyes.
Without Anthony and the two big insiders, Iverson knew that he could only rely on himself and the young people in front of him if he wanted to win.
Iverson remembered the scene two days ago when he, Li Yan and George Karl were discussing tactics.
Giving unlimited firepower to himself again, Li Yan is responsible for high-position support and defensive assistance.
"Boss, you can do it." Li Yan said, "I grew up watching your balls, and I believe you are still the all-powerful answer."
"You also have to believe in yourself, and you also have to believe in me."
"I will cover you in the high post, I will support you by your side, and I will do my best on the defensive end..."
This way of playing is something Iverson is all too familiar with.
It's just that the free wind is no longer young. Will he be the correct "answer" to this game?
Listening to the roaring cheers from the audience, the shouts of MVP made Iverson's blood boil.
He felt that his strength was back, that time had not taken away his speed, and that his legs were still full of strength.
Iverson patted Li Yan on the back and said in a deep voice: "Li, I feel better than ever now."
Li Yan responded with a smile: "Yes, this is definitely a classic game. Boss, it's time to update your career masterpiece."
"Hahaha! It should be like this!"
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"The atmosphere at the Nuggets' home court is very good. The fans have put on uniform support jerseys for the team. I hope the Nuggets can create a miracle tonight." Barkley explained.
After the appearance ceremony, the starters of the two teams stayed on the court.
Spurs: Tony Parker, Bruce Bowen, Michael Finley, Oberto, Tim Duncan;
The Spurs' starting lineup has not changed much, and Horry's absence has not had much impact.
Nuggets: Li Yan, Allen Iverson, JR Smith, Linus Kleiza, Marcus Camby;
George Karl made major adjustments to the Nuggets' lineup, with J.R. Smith and Linas Kleiza being promoted to starting positions.
JR Smith and Linas Kleiza both have three-point skills, and they can open up space for their teammates on the outside.
A hit rate of nearly 40% is enough to punish their opponents for letting them down.
If it can produce the expected results, George Karl believes that the Nuggets will give the Spurs a severe blow.
It's just that the requirements for Li Yan and Iverson are too high.
In fact, it's okay for Iverson. He just has to do what he did before. Iverson needs to overcome time and become the same person he was before.
But Li Yan faced unprecedented challenges.
Come on! plum!
George Karl shouted for Li Yan and Iverson in his heart.
This is a brand new tactic, and George Karl himself feels very nervous and exciting.
This feeling made him feel like he was back in the 1990s, when he first led "Rain Man" Kemp and "Glove" Payton to the Western Conference Finals.
Beep!
The referee blows the whistle and the game begins.
Marcus Camby jumped up and hit the ball towards Li Yan before Duncan.
Li Yan got the basketball. With the blessing of "Eagle Eye" status, Li Yan quickly discovered Iverson who was activated.
Without any pause, the moment Li Yan received the ball, he pushed the ball forward with both hands.
Li Yan's pass accurately found Iverson.
Iverson ran wildly with the ball, and he was like a blue lightning flashing across the Spurs' half.
Feeling the surging power of his legs, Iverson was extremely excited. Such a familiar yet distant feeling, old man, I haven't seen it for a long time.
Iverson was outside the three-point line in the blink of an eye, and Tony Parker took a defensive stance and was about to intercept.
However, with the rapid change of direction, Iverson whizzed past Parker with a gust of wind.
Parker's defense collapsed instantly, and then Iverson continued to work hard. He continued to dribble and move straight to the basket.
Kicking off the ground and taking off, Iverson soared into the air like a rocket.
Iverson raised the ball high above his head, and when he reached the highest point, he smashed the ball down.
"boom!"
The basketball was pushed hard into the basket by Iverson, and the vibrating buzz of the basket echoed throughout the Pepsi Center Arena.
Tony Parker, who was chasing after him, could only become Iverson's backdrop.
The fans in the stands were stunned. Such an "answer" had not appeared for a long time.
"Ouch!" Barkley stood up excitedly in the studio: "This is my first dunk of the season. Wow, Allen Iverson is really high-spirited today."
"WOW!" Smith was equally surprised: "The AI seems to be in good condition."
Spurs round.
Tony Parker carries the basketball across half court.
Duncan covered his crotch and lifted it up, covering the top of the arc, and Parker and Duncan played a pick-and-roll.
Parker faced Camby who was switching defenses, and the Nuggets' only inside line was called out by the "French sports car".
Then the "Stone Buddha" Duncan is invincible.
Parker decisively gave the ball to Duncan.
Nine times out of ten, Duncan took off and attacked the basket.
However, the moment Duncan took off, a figure followed the "Stone Buddha" into the sky.
Li Yan spread his wings and soared like a roc, and he followed him everywhere.
Li Yan's judgment of the trajectory of the basketball was very accurate, "Pop!"
Before the basketball reached its highest point, Li Yan slapped it down from one side.
Camby, who followed up, got the basketball and quickly handed it to Li Yan.
Li Yan shouted: "Quick attack!"
The Nuggets players rushed towards the Spurs' half like a tide, switching offense and defense, and the Nuggets charged like the Cavaliers.
However, the Spurs retreated equally quickly.
Arriving at the frontcourt, Li Yan forcefully pushed past Bowen's defense and then flicked his wrist.
The basketball accurately found Iverson in the middle of the crowd as if it had eyes.
Iverson broke through the Spurs' defense with great speed and reached the paint area.
Whoosh! Iverson was like a "jumping elf", and "Stone Buddha" Duncan was shaken to the spot.
Passing you is like crossing the road in the early morning.
Facing Oberto's defense, Iverson jumped up and pulled the lever gracefully.
The basketball fell into the basket obediently, 4-0! Iverson penetrated the Spurs' inside line.
After landing, Iverson punched and roared.
The broadcast camera showed a close-up, and the murderous look on "Answer's" face instantly ignited the entire Pepsi Center Arena.
"Allen----Iverson!!!"
The DJ at Pepsi Center shouted at the top of his lungs.
The Nuggets were full of momentum at home, and the morale of the Spurs, who were bound to win, was severely suppressed.
Between George Karl's fist pump and Popovich's frown, the "answer" to this game won't be that simple.
Let your mortal body gallop through the forest of immortals, and write immortal answers with your unyielding soul.
After scoring 4 points in a row, the "answer" returned, and Iverson returned to the fairyland on land.
