Although in the culture of European and American countries, kneeling on one knee does not cause much humiliation,
But Lin Fei hit a go-ahead three-pointer from a 0-degree angle on the right side against McGrady who was kneeling on one knee, putting all the pressure on the Rockets in the last 22 seconds of the game.
This is what makes Maddie most ashamed.
This is undoubtedly a wonderful quasi-final shot.
If the Rockets are unable to complete the counter-attack in the end, McGrady's accidental kneeling during the counterattack will inevitably become an embarrassing background for Lin Fei's accurate shot.
It is as if the people raising the white flag are sinking and floating at the feet of the king.
After all, at the beginning of the final quarter, the Rockets led the Heat by 21 points.
McGrady, who came off the court, just clenched his fists and kept encouraging himself in his heart, don't be nervous, don't panic, and must seize this last attack.
Jeff Van Gundy didn't think too much, and he didn't have time to think too much. He directly gave the final chance to Tracy McGrady, with Yao as his second choice.
"22 seconds is enough for us to complete a successful attack. It is best not to squeeze out the time, so as to leave room for maneuver for secondary attacks and tactical fouls!"
As a head coach, Jeff Van Gundy could no longer do more for the team. He admitted that his defensive strategy fell into a disadvantage in the face of his brother Stan Van Gundy's changeable tactics.
Of course, all this is not because of Stan Van Gundy, but because of Lin Fei!
But as long as the Rockets overtake the score and finally win this victory, everything will be nothing. Lin Fei's 14 three-pointers will become a helpless "mileage tragedy."
But if the Rockets lose in the end, the shame will inevitably fall on themselves and the entire Houston Rockets.
Jeff Van Gundy can only give the players their last breath, encourage everyone to stay calm and calm down, and execute this crucial final attack.
On the Heat side, the players were extremely excited because of Lin Fei's 14th three-pointer, with dazzling lights in their eyes, looking forward to winning the game.
The originally overdrawn physical strength seemed to recover in an instant.
Stan Van Gundy could no longer use the appropriate words to praise Lin Fei's performance tonight. He swore that this was definitely the most unforgettable game in his coaching career.
"Guys, I am excited and proud of your performance tonight. As long as we defend the last time, protect our basket and consume these 22 seconds, we will be the biggest winner!"
"Life and death are only on a thin line. A 22-point reversal in the last quarter requires the efforts of each of you. Come on, I will stand in the first row and applaud you!"
Stan Van Gundy looked at the five tigers who were about to play and the defense at the last critical moment, and decided to replace Udonis Haslem roughly.
Lin Fei seemed familiar with this scene. If it were the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals and Finals last season, he would probably be the one who was replaced during the last critical defense of the game.
But now, Lin Fei is no longer a one-sided tactician who can only attack. His defense has already gained the trust of the head coach and teammates.
After a 20-second pause, players from both teams stepped onto the court.
Heat (109): (108) Rockets.
The entire Toyota Arena was immersed in a suffocating and tense atmosphere. Every Rockets fan at home had his heart in his throat and looked at the court and the four-sided screens with wide eyes.
I didn't dare to take a breath.
In the last 22 seconds of the final quarter, the Rockets trailed by 1 point and served from the frontline. This would be a life-or-death attack.
Lin Fei's feat of scoring 5 points in a row in the last offensive round made every Rockets fan feel panic and shock.
Just the right free throw missed, as if after exquisite calculation of the free throw, the basketball just fell on O'Neal's head.
And roughly provided an effective cover for Lin Fei at the critical moment, allowing Lin Fei to calmly penetrate the right side at a 0-degree angle, catch the ball and hit a go-ahead three-pointer.
This missed free throw tactic seemed to be arranged in advance by the Heat coach, and every Heat player successfully participated in it, and the cooperation was seamless.
"OMG, why can Lin score 5 points in a row in one round? This 14th three-pointer is so crazy!"
"I hope Tracy and Yao can withstand the pressure. We still have the last 22 seconds, and the initiative to win is still in our hands!"
"It feels like the outcome of the game is no longer important. In short, I was completely convinced by Lin's 14 three-pointers tonight. I will be his fan from now on!"
In front of the live commentary desk.
While Mike Breen and Chat Ford were looking forward to the Rockets' final attack, they couldn't help praising Lin Fei's 14th three-pointer just now.
"Looking forward to the Rockets' strong response at the last moment, but regardless of the final win or loss, Lin's 14 three-pointers tonight will become an eternal classic in the NBA!"
"Especially the 14th three-pointer just now. It was obviously the Heat's meticulous tactical arrangement, Lin's deliberate missed free throw, Shaquille's offensive rebound and pass, Wang's screen, or Lin's final run to catch the ball. Take action,"
"Everything is interconnected. Even if one link goes wrong, the Rockets will not be able to complete the lead!"
In the hearts of the two ESPN commentators, they are actually expecting the Rockets to miss the buzzer-beater and the game will end when time runs out, because then Lin Fei's three-pointer in the last 24 seconds will become a accurate shot. A sure kill, which will inevitably greatly increase his influence on the ball.
But after all, he is a neutral commentator. Naturally, such words cannot be said before the end of the game, otherwise he will definitely be drowned in spit by the fans of the home Rockets.
On the court, McGrady used the screen to receive the ball from the outside on the left, still facing Eddie Jones' defense.
The remaining four members of the Heat are keeping an eye on their opposing players. Wade is guarding Jim Jackson, Lin Fei is guarding Bob Sura, O'Neal is guarding Dayao, and Haslem is guarding Uncle Huo.
Because the Heat only lead by 1 point, the main focus of tactics is the breakthrough of Rockets players. Of course, three-pointers must also be highly guarded.
Encouraged by Lin Fei's 14 three-pointers and five points on the offensive end, the five Heat players on the court were full of energy and desperately wanted to hold on to the victory and create a miraculous reversal.
McGrady dribbled to the top of the arc and once again summoned Yao's pick-and-roll.
Tonight, at the last moment of the game, Dayao, who had five fouls, had already played for 38 minutes. His physical strength was severely exhausted, and his pace was naturally unavoidable.
The effect of this pick-and-roll was not very good. Eddie Jones and O'Neal also had a tacit understanding. When McGrady used the pick-and-roll to move sideways to the left, he quickly rushed forward to double-team.
Under the double-teaming of Eddie Jones and O'Neal, McGrady quickly gave the ball to Dayao who was coming down this side.
Dayao did not choose to shoot a mid-range jumper directly. Instead, seeing that the penalty area was empty, he decisively attacked the basket with the ball.
Lin Fei, who was guarding Bob Sura in the corner, was already prepared and quickly rushed up to block Dayao's breakthrough.
Lin Fei stood outside the reasonable collision area under the basket in advance, while Dayao could not stop the car after entering the penalty area, and his huge center of gravity also made it difficult for him to change direction.
So he could only stand up to Lin Fei, take off and lick the basket directly to succeed.
"Uh-huh!"
"boom!"
Although the ball hit, Dayao also knocked Lin Fei directly to the ground.
"Beep!"
Before the Rockets fans had time to celebrate, the referee's whistle quickly sounded, calling Dayao an offensive foul.
Dayao was emotional and shocked. He spread his hands in the direction of the referee to show his helplessness.
Wade and O'Neal excitedly rushed over to help Lin Fei up, and at the same time hammered his chest:
"Lin, good job!"
"Lin, you still understand your fellow countryman!"
Lin Fei waved goodbye to Dayao, and personally sent off his old teammates of the China Men's Basketball Team at the last moment of the game.
This is Yao's sixth foul tonight.
At this time, there were only the last 6 seconds left in the final quarter of the game.
The Rockets fans at Toyota Arena instantly became agitated and questioned the referee's decision.
"Is this an offensive foul? I think it's clearly a defensive foul?"
"Although Lin was standing outside the reasonable collision area, he moved laterally too late. This should have been a defensive foul on him!"
"FUCK, black whistle! Is this still the home court of our Rockets?"
The entire process of the impact was quickly played back on the high-definition four-sided screen above everyone's heads. To be honest, Lin Fei moved laterally and gave Dayao enough space to change direction, and Dayao's breakthrough was not a consecutive three-step layup.
The referee is more inclined to Dayao's offensive foul, and there is no problem.
McGrady shook his head and sighed, feeling that victory was getting further and further away from them.
Jeff Van Gundy, who was standing on the sidelines, also frowned and looked solemn.
Dayao's offensive foul was fatal, and the Rockets' chance of reversal became even slimmer.
The atmosphere in Tianchao's fifth live broadcast room was quite lively.
"Offensive foul, the referee called an offensive foul! Oh my God, Lin Fei made another contribution on the defensive end at the last moment. He directly caused an offensive foul on Dayao!"
"This offensive foul call is a bit controversial, but overall it is not a big problem. Dayao's physical exertion was too great, and Lin Fei also keenly grasped this!"
Coach Zhang was full of glory and had been playing Dayao for two seasons, but now he completely switched sides because of Lin Fei.
This also reflects the psychology of more than 70% of Chinese fans.
Lin Fei is quickly replacing Dayao in the hearts of the Chinese people with his unique charm in the NBA.
"On the offensive end, he scored 5 points with two free throws and three-pointers, helping the Heat achieve a desperate comeback. On the defensive end, he caused Dayao's offensive foul at a critical moment. Lin Fei's performance on both ends was perfect!"
"All the pressure is on the Rockets. The number of fouls in the final quarter has been reached. Lin Fei has to go to the free throw line. If both free throws are made, the Heat will lead the Rockets by 3 points, and the Rockets will only have time left. The last 6 seconds!"
Look back to Houston's Toyota Arena.
The Rockets fans at home made noisy noises, but this did not affect Lin Fei's mood at the moment.
"Uh-huh!"
"Uh-huh!"
Made two free throws steadily.
Heat (111): (108) Rockets.
With the two free throws made, Lin Fei's personal score tonight also reached 51 points, the first time in his career that he scored more than 50 points in a single game.
"50+, Lin has already scored 50+. This is destined to be an incredible game, and the MVP of this game undoubtedly belongs to Lin!"
Mike Breen in front of the commentary desk was extremely excited. Listening to the director's prompts in the headset, he spoke in a high-pitched and powerful voice:
"According to data, before Lin, the youngest player to score 50 points in the NBA was Allen Iverson in April 1997, when he was 21 years and 210 days old!"
"Lin, who was born in June 1984, is now only 20 years and 136 days old. This also makes him surpass Iverson and become the youngest 50-pointer in NBA history!"
"14 three-pointers in a single game and the youngest man to score 50 points, these two records are equally great, and under the leadership of Lin, the Heat only had the last 6 seconds left before a 21-point reversal in the final quarter. !”
In the commentary, the Rockets no longer have timeouts on the court and can only serve quickly in the backcourt.
The Heat adopted an active full-court press defense. McGrady continuously dribbled away and entered the frontcourt. Facing Wade's defense, he moved sideways and made a limit jump shot.
"Clang!"
The basketball bounce missed, and the long backboard just fell into the hands of Lin Fei who rushed forward.
Then the timer and the red light on the steel backboard lit up, and the game was over.
Lin Fei roared excitedly, slammed the basketball in his hand on the floor, and hugged Wade, who was the first to rush up.
"Lin, it's incredible, we actually won!"
"Dwayne, thank you and Shaquille for letting me experience what it's like to be the boss tonight!"
Wade slapped Lin Fei's back hard with his big hand, hugged him tightly and said excitedly in his ear:
"Lin, you are the true leader of this Miami Heat team!"
O'Neal also rushed forward excitedly, and with a pair of thick arms, he directly picked up Wade and Lin Fei from the middle.
"Lin, your 51 points tonight are too strong. I have been in the league for 12 seasons and have only scored 50+ points 30 times!"
Wade, who just had a lemon, was even more sour: "That's enough for you two, I haven't even scored 40+ points in a single game once!"
The players on the Heat's bench also rushed onto the court and celebrated the victory with the main players.
Several substitute players on the team, including Haslem, who had always been dissatisfied with Lin Fei's status, were now completely convinced by Lin Fei's performance.
Lin Fei's performance of 51 points + deliberate missed free throws to create a three-pointer was truly a masterpiece in the eyes of these role players.
Heat head coach Stan Van Gundy on the sidelines was extremely shocked by his disciple Lin Fei's performance tonight. He hugged Spoelstra and other assistant coaches excitedly to celebrate the victory.
His younger brother, Jeff Van Gundy, looked livid and walked straight to the tunnel.
Although the head coach and his brother are sworn enemies and can't get along with each other, the Rockets players are still very gentlemen.
McGrady took the initiative to hug Lin Fei and congratulate him on this reversal victory. At the same time, his eyes were full of unyielding fighting spirit.
"Lin, I remember your 14 three-pointers tonight. When we play against each other next time in Miami, Dayao and I will definitely return them!"
Lin Fei smiled and said: "Tracy, shoot less three-pointers, except for the Spurs game next month!"
After hearing Lin Fei's confusing words, Maddie suddenly frowned and looked confused.
Dayao, who was off the field for the sixth time, also returned to the court from the locker room after the game. He and Lin Fei hugged each other after the game, encouraging them to keep up their efforts.
The score was set. In the end, under the leadership of Lin Fei, who made 14 of 17 three-pointers and 9 of 10 free throws, he scored 51 points, 1 rebound and 2 steals.
The Heat also completed a 21-point comeback in the final quarter, defeated the Rockets, and won three consecutive victories at the beginning of the new season.
The largest reversal in the final quarter of a regular season in NBA history was the 29-point reversal created by the Bucks in 1977.
Although the Heat's 21-point reversal in the last quarter tonight is still far from the record, it is as shocking as any NBA game.
Lin Fei returned as king and scored 13 points in the final quarter, which directly motivated Wade and O'Neal, allowing the Heat to completely suppress the Rockets in the final quarter and achieve a great reversal.
Just when Lin Fei was about to return to the locker room, a tall mixed-race beauty in sexy clothes walked up to Lin Fei with a smile, took off her sunglasses and said:
"Lin, I am your fan, can I take a photo with you?"
Lin Fei watched the beauty in front of him take off her sunglasses. Her tall figure and delicate facial features, especially her big shining eyes, were smart and charming.
In terms of height, this beauty wears strappy high-heeled shoes that are about six centimeters tall. Her height is only a little shorter than Lin Fei. Her height is considered very high among European and American women, at least 186cm or above.
"Who are you?"
Lin Fei frowned slightly. He always felt that he had seen this beauty somewhere, but he couldn't remember it for a while.
The sexy beauty pointed at the top of her head with her slender fingers and said with a smile:
"Is your head hurting anymore?"
Lin Fei immediately realized that it was the beautiful woman in sunglasses in the front row who he almost hit after running out of the baseline after hitting the buzzer-beating three-pointer at the last moment of the second quarter.
"It turned out to be you. I'm really sorry. I didn't scare you then, did I?"
The beauty smiles gracefully, and her big lips are even more sexy after being split. Judging from the skin color of this beauty, it is obvious that she is of mixed race, and her skin is similar to brown and wheat.
"It's indeed a bit scary, but fortunately, it's not serious!"
The two happily took a photo together, and the mixed-race beauty smiled and shook hands with Lin Fei again. Her speech and behavior were quite elegant and decent, without the shyness of Chinese women, nor the wantonness of European and American women:
"Lin, my name is Emily Vega. I was last year's Miss Universe. Nice to meet you! So are we friends?"
Hearing the name "Emily Vega", Lin Fei suddenly realized that no wonder this face looked so familiar to him. It turned out to be Horford's future beautiful wife.
According to the timeline, Vega was 18 when she won Miss Universe last year, so she will be 19 this year.
Look at this figure, this skin, these super tight long legs, and these big eyes that are as smart as water.
Lin Fei almost forgot that he had an agent girlfriend who was studying in college in California...
"Of course, Miss Vega, I'm glad to meet you too!"
Hundreds of millions of Chinese fans on the other side of the ocean even praised Lin Fei's performance tonight. Fans who originally supported the Yao and Mai Rockets also switched sides and praised Lin Fei's 14 three-pointers.
"Oh my God, 14 three-pointers in a single game broke the record. The youngest 50-pointer. A huge comeback with 21 points in the last quarter. Fei is going to completely defy the odds!"
"It was so exciting to watch this game tonight. If you ask me, the Heat should let Lin Fei be the boss, with Wade playing point guard and O'Neal guarding the basket. This division of labor will definitely win the championship!"
"I'm going to give Brother Fei a nickname, how about Lin Nitian?"
"I feel Lin Ritian is more awesome!"
"Brother Fei, what are you doing on the sidelines? Why are you taking a photo with a beautiful woman? The two of them are still chatting very passionately!"
"Hey, don't tell me, this beauty has a really amazing figure. She must be a very famous young model, right?"
"Oh no, fly fans, hurry up and cover me, Brother Fei, to evacuate. Manager Sister Qin's 40-meter sword can no longer be held back!"
(End of chapter)
