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May 9th.
The G3 game started in Houston, and the Toyota Center Arena was packed to the rafters. This game was a game that the Rockets had to win. If they lost this game, the Rockets would also fall behind 0-3.
In addition to the local fans in Houston, it happened to be the weekend, and domestic fans were also sitting in front of the TV or computer waiting for the game to start.
According to ESPN statistics, the number of fans for this game will exceed 100 million.
Although it cannot keep up with the "Yao-Yi Showdown" where the NBA peaked with 250 million viewers, it is still higher than previous finals.
The Chinese fans supported this game very well.
Zhao Chen has had a good rest these days, but the Houston fans didn't do the same thing as the Grizzlies fans.
Many Asian faces wearing Zhao Chen's jersey and Yao Ming's jersey poured into the arena. At a certain moment, Zhao Chen felt that this was not an away game.
Today, Zhao Chen wore the first pair of signature shoes that Li Ning accelerated the production of.
From contract signing, design, production, and launch, it only took a month or two. Zhao Chen truly felt the power of his country's manufacturing industry.
"Flying General 1" is an excerpt from Flying General Li Guang, which means that Zhao Chen's three-pointers are as domineering as the arrows shot by Li Guang!
The color is red, and the arrows are placed on both sides, showing the murderous intent.
This pair of shoes is not the most perfect, but it is very solid and reliable. The person in charge of Li Ning's manufacturing has repeatedly assured Zhao Chen that there will be no such ridiculous thing as the sneakers being stepped on...
Zhao Chen participated in part of the design of this sneaker.
This pair of shoes started online pre-sale last night. Zhao Chen's signature shoes were also a huge sensation in the sneaker market. Zhao Chen's accumulated fame exploded during this period, and they were sold out in just ten minutes.
Then the official website was so crowded by fans that it went down, and Twitter and Weibo were filled with all kinds of ridicule and abuse against Li Ning's server.
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Robertson and Rachel are both sneaker enthusiasts. Early in the morning, Robertson came to Zhao Chen to ask for his signature shoes.
Zhao Chen was also very generous and gave Robertson two pairs directly.
Zhao Chen doesn't just give sneakers to Robertson. As long as his teammates and staff ask for them, Zhao Chen will give them some.
The famous players Barkley and Smith who came to the scene to commentate also asked Zhao Chen for sneakers and jerseys, and Zhao Chen generously gave them to him.
Barkley was explaining with Zhao Chen's sneakers next to him.
Barkley said: "Kenny, I like Zhao more and more. This rookie has scored 40 triple-doubles in two consecutive games and conquered the world with various incredible performances. He is one of the best rookies in NBA history. one."
Kenny Smith smiled and said, "Are you sure you didn't say that because you received Zhao's sneakers?"
Barkley smiled and said: "This guy has always respected celebrities. He is very similar to Yao in this aspect."
This time Barkley publicly boasted about Zhao Chen's good character on TV. Very few NBA players receive such treatment.
This is not the effect that Zhao Chen can have with a pair of shoes, but the evaluation that Barkley received after entering the Thunder locker room and combined with the feedback from the media.
Barkley learned that Zhao Chen was quite popular among NBA players and the media, and his words would not offend too many people.
Kenny Smith said: "Let's get back to the game. This game is very critical for Houston. If they lose again, they will fall into the same situation as the Memphis Grizzlies. Charles, what do you think?"
Barkley said: "Yes, tonight is Houston's last chance. If they can't make a difference while Westbrook is not back and wait until Westbrook returns in the next game, then they will have no hope. "
Kenny Smith said: "Brooks' response to Westbrook was great. He maximized the power of Zhao Chen and Durant. From this point of view, the Thunder are fully equipped to challenge the Heat this season. Their superstars Compared with the Heat, the numbers are not at a disadvantage."
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While the commentator was explaining, the Rockets in the home locker room also completed their momentum regrouping.
"Guys, let us complete the comeback at home!!!" Howard shouted!
"Comeback!"
"Comeback!"
Howard is more willing to speak out and boost morale than Harden.
Harden did not join in with everyone, he fell at the back.
Harden actually knows that facing the Thunder, no matter how he plays, he will lose.
He can't beat the Thunder with such a Rockets lineup. The Thunder are simply too strong.
After losing two consecutive games by 20 points, and losing the second game without Westbrook, Harden really couldn't muster any fighting spirit.
As for the away locker room.
Thunder's momentum is like a rainbow.
Westbrook, who was unable to play, stood in the middle of everyone and shouted:
"Keep our pace and let them feel the fear of being dominated by us."
"Kill them and then we can take care of this series."
"I will fight side by side with you!!"
"fighting!"
"fighting!"
Westbrook's voice moved the whole team, and Zhao Chen was also shouting wantonly.
Everyone in the Thunder knows that as long as they win tonight's game, the Rockets will be forced to fall behind 0-3!
Continuous victories bring great morale! !
Zhao Chen enjoys this atmosphere where the team trumps everything. This is the right way to win.
The entrance ceremony ended quickly.
Both starters stayed on the court.
Rockets starting lineup: Jeremy Lin, Harden, Parsons, Asik, Howard.
Zhang Weiping said: "The Rockets changed their formation. They gave up Jones, who has better athletic ability, and instead used Asik and Howard to form a double center tactic."
Xu Jicheng continued: "Whether it's Asik or Howard, both of them can create more offensive opportunities for Harden and Jeremy Lin, who like pick-and-rolls."
Thunder starting lineup: Fisher, Zhao Chen, Durant, Ibaka, Adams.
The Thunder also used Adams, who was better at preventing pick-and-rolls than Perkins, to sit in the paint, and then moved Zhao Chen to the shooting guard position to face Harden, and Fisher came up to share certain organizational tasks.
As the referee threw the ball high, the game officially started.
Ibaka beat Howard in a jump and passed the ball to Zhao Chen.
Zhao Chen did not give Fisher back, but directly took the ball and attacked.
Zhao Chen attacked with the ball. Harden wanted to stop Zhao Chen, but Zhao Chen made a sharp change of direction and passed him.
Zhao Chen continued to attack the inside. Asik and Howard attacked Zhao Chen at the same time. Zhao Chen sent the ball lowhand to Ibaka who followed up in the middle!
Ibaka took the ball with both hands and dunked with one step! ! !
The defensive attention was attracted by Zhao Chen, and his dunk was very easy.
2 to 0.
"Beautiful pass." Ibaka waved to Zhao Chen after pulling the frame hard to the ground.
Zhao Chen also nodded in response to Ibaka.
Ibaka, a real man, also needs encouragement from his teammates to be confident.
