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Compared to the fierce battle between the Lakers and the Warriors!
Good news came from the Cavaliers the next day. The Cavaliers swept the Hawks with a score of 4-0, locking a ticket to the Finals in advance.
James told reporters after the game: "I pay attention to every game in the Western Conference. They are all very strong opponents. I will watch the battle of Tianwangshan tomorrow night."
Irving also said: "Come on, I'm ready, I don't care who the opponent is!"
James and Irving both want to meet the Lakers.
James is considering the overall issue. He feels that the Cavaliers have a better chance of defeating the Lakers.
Owen, on the other hand, wanted to defeat Zhao Chen. He had been at a disadvantage in all previous matches against Zhao Chen.
Irving has a lot of Mamba spirit in this aspect, and he will not give in easily.
In the experience of the Eastern Conference playoffs, Irving has become more confident!
Love also seemed to be looking forward to it: "I will study the games they study carefully, and I am looking forward to the arrival of the finals!"
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The term "Tianwang Mountain" in Go refers to the key points of the decline and fall of both sides (powers), which means that it is particularly important. Just like Tianwang Mountain, its origin can be seen in the historical story below.
This allusion is cited in the chess world to describe a key game in Fanqi, such as the second game in Sanfanqi.
Later, this allusion was extended, and many key games in the series were also described as the "Battle of Tianwang Mountain", such as Game 5 of the NBA playoffs after a 2-2 tie.
The Western Conference Finals series between the Lakers and the Warriors ended in a 2-2 draw, and the fifth game between the two sides was called the Battle of Tianwang Mountain!
This important game of G5 started at the Oracle Center Arena. This is also a good reward for the Warriors' first regular season record.
The night before the game, the latest injury news came out from both teams.
Stephen Curry's ankle sprain has worsened, and he is doubtful for G5.
Curry is very important to the Warriors. He averaged 30+ per game in the series and is the Warriors' first perimeter firepower. If he doesn't play, the Lakers' probability of winning the Battle of Tianwang Mountain is as high as 90%.
However, according to people familiar with the matter, Curry still hopes to play with injury. Whether he can play depends on Curry's state during the warm-up.
But even if he can play, Curry will not be in the best condition.
On the other hand, Jokic's injury has also worsened, and it is basically certain that he will not be able to play in G5.
In G3 without Jokic, everyone saw the Lakers' difficulties.
Jokic is the Lakers' second most important player after Zhao Chen.
Of course, all this was before G3. In G4, Kobe was the Lakers' second most important player.
More and more viewers are also looking forward to Kobe's G5 game to see if Kobe can continue his explosive performance in the last game.
On Zhao Chen's side, Zhao Chen's intermediate fiery touch was exhausted.
The victory points awarded in the previous game are not enough to purchase a mid-level fiery touch.
Zhao Chen still has one high-level trump card, and the rest are just a few junior Heat touches.
G5 Zhao Chen did not choose to use low-level feel.
If it were G7, Zhao Chen would use advanced without hesitation.
Not yet, Zhao Chen still hopes that his random status can be achieved.
Zhao Chen is equally confident in his own strength. Even without the intermediate state, he can still do what he has done before.
In addition, the skill [Veteran’s Youth] also gave Zhao Chen a wake-up call.
There is still a lot of potential in his skillset.
The power of the right combination will not be worse than the mid-level or high-level with a fiery feel.
May 26th!
The day G5 started.
Both teams made lineup changes.
Lakers: Zhao Chen, Kobe, Covington, Tucker, Randall.
Randall replaced Jokic. Randall played very well in the last game. He has different characteristics from Jokic.
Randall is more about athleticism and impact after catching the ball.
Warriors: Curry, Thompson, Iguodala, Barnes, Green.
Cole stopped playing tricks with the Lakers and played the Warriors' ace card as soon as he came up.
Cole often pretends to be cool. It is clear that the Death Five is the Warriors' best lineup, but he is secretive every time and doesn't like to use it.
It seems that every time the Death Five is used, it is a normal rotation.
Cole has a very outstanding personality, he has a strong desire to control the team, and he doesn't like privileged players.
Including Curry, Cole also likes a certain degree of suppression.
But this time Cole chose not to show off, because he really felt the danger.
Curry still chose to play through the injury. Everyone could see Curry's discomfort. He jumped repeatedly during the warm-up and performed some awkward warm-up postures.
TNT commentary booth.
The four great kings Barkley, Smith, Miller and O'Neal sat down to provide commentary.
"Stephen Curry's injury is quite serious. If it were just a normal playoff game, he might not play in this game, but tonight's game is too important." Barkley said.
Barkley could naturally see that Curry's injury was not a fake injury.
"He's been carrying injuries before, but today it seems to be more serious," Kenny Smith said.
"Even if they are not injured, facing Zhao Chen and Kobe Bryant's Lakers will not be easy for the Warriors. Shaq, what do you think?" Miller asked.
"The Lakers are difficult to deal with. If we take it lightly because it's home, the Warriors will learn a lesson," O'Neal said.
"How many points do you think Kobe can score tonight?" Barkley asked.
"About 20 points, 50 points is not his normal state now." O'Neal said.
The relationship between O'Neal and Kobe has eased a lot, and O'Neal views Kobe relatively objectively.
While the commentator was bragging, the game on the field officially started.
Randall and Green's jump ball.
Randall, who had better bounce, passed the ball to Zhao Chen.
As soon as Zhao Chen got the ball, he rushed forward at high speed.
【Lightning Breakthrough】!
At high speed, Zhao Chen changed direction and passed Curry, then turned sharply to pass Iguodala, rushed into the paint, grabbed the ball with one hand, and glided to the basket! !
"Uh-huh!"
2 to 0.
Zhao Chen's lightning breakthrough passed two people and then easily scored the ball!
"Zhao Chen didn't try to find Kobe at the beginning, but used his speed to catch a Warrior's late positioning." Barkley shouted.
"Zhao Chen's change of direction doesn't require slowing down just like Iverson. Now Curry can't keep up with Zhao Chen's rhythm at all." O'Neal shouted.
On the court, Zhao Chen could feel that Curry was seriously affected by the injury. Curry didn't react at all to this ball.
Warriors attack.
Although it seems that Curry is not so flexible, Zhao Chen does not dare to be careless.
Warriors attack.
Curry made a mistake in handling the ball in the first round. When he passed the ball to Green, he passed the ball too hard. Green did not catch the ball and went directly out of bounds.
The Lakers' offensive ball rights!
Zhao Chen dribbled the ball forward.
This time, Zhao Chen did not speed up, but waited for his teammates for a moment.
The Warriors' lineup is more suitable for playing fast, and their talent is stronger.
In the first round, Zhao Chen just made a surprise attack, and overall his speed had to be kept down.
Zhao Chen directed at the top of the arc, and Kobe came out to catch the ball around Randall's pick-and-roll.
The Warriors' defensive focus is still on Zhao Chen.
Kobe used the screen to create a gap, and Zhao Chen gave the ball.
【Assist Master】!
Kobe immediately stopped for a jumper after receiving Zhao Chen's pass!
Kobe felt his rhythm was great.
The basketball draws a wonderful arc!
"Uh-huh!"
4 to 0.
Zhao Chen became more determined in using skills, and the effects were immediate!
