The Lakers have contributed too many wonderful shots on the court, and these shots have made Lakers fans reach the top!
This is Zhao Chen's second season with the Lakers, and it is also Kobe's last season. Lakers fans are looking forward to Zhao Chen helping Kobe win the last championship again!
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Before the playoffs start, there are many different opinions on the Internet.
There is no shortage of remarks attacking Lakers players.
Lakers fans spontaneously began to fight against those anti-fans.
They are all trying their best to protect the Lakers' playoff journey.
On various streets in Los Angeles, many fans spontaneously spent money and effort to get posters and banners to support the Lakers' playoff journey.
The Lakers are ready for the playoffs.
The next two months in Los Angeles turn into basketball time.
The Lakers' home tickets for playoff games G1 and G2 were sold out in almost a few dozen seconds.
No matter how high the price of home tickets is, fans in Los Angeles can afford it.
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"Zhao Chen VS Harden, a battle between scorers."
"Jokic versus Warcraft, a matchup between old and new centers!"
"Can the Rockets win against the Lakers?"
"Can Zhao Chen lead the Lakers to defend their title?"
The media are constantly warming up to the playoffs between the two teams!
The Lakers players got into training after returning from the holiday.
The time for the playoffs is getting closer and closer, and everyone can't wait.
Although they entered the playoffs with a record of 75 wins, the Lakers did not have much pride.
The Lakers have experienced championships and know that the playoffs are not the same thing as the regular season.
It's not like there have been bad eights in the NBA. If the Lakers were cheated in the playoffs, their 75-win record might become a laughing stock.
April 20th.
"Brother Chen, breakfast is ready, egg noodles." At home, Enna was making breakfast for Zhao Chen as usual.
"Okay, I'm going to brush my teeth first." Zhao Chen came out of the room and yawned.
The first game was held in the afternoon, and Zhao Chen tried his best to rest as much as possible in the morning.
After breakfast, Zhao Chen drove Enna to Staples Arena.
Pre-game interviews, locker rooms, warm-ups, wearing equipment, and tactical arrangements, everything about Zhao Chen is going on in an orderly manner.
Compared with last year's Lakers, this year's Lakers have many fewer newcomers, and many of them have experience.
Booker, who has no experience, is nervously asking for advice from Jokic, Harris and others.
"Don't be nervous, Devin, just give the ball to the boss anyway." Harris taught Booker.
"Yes, throw the ball to him and he will score. If you want to get an assist, you can also give it to him directly." Jokic also said.
Booker humbly accepted the guidance of his two seniors.
After a while, Scott gathered everyone together.
Scott said: "I emphasize again, the playoffs are not the regular season. Houston has the strength and confidence to defeat us. We need to go all out in every next game."
"OK!!" everyone shouted.
Scott's eyes scanned all the members, and finally settled on Zhao Chen. With Zhao Chen here, everything would appear stable.
There is no doubt that the most important player on the Lakers' road to winning the championship is Zhao Chen!
The Lakers' main tactics revolve around Zhao Chen, and Zhao Chen is the most critical.
Away locker room.
Rockets head coach McHale is making tactical arrangements.
"James, the main thing is your singles. Others will try to open up the space as much as possible. If you receive the ball from James, take action as soon as possible when you are open."
"James, but I don't really want you to pass the ball. Our overall talent is higher than our opponents. Only if you compete with Zhao can we have a chance to win."
It will be very difficult for the Rockets to reach the playoffs, and McHale doesn't have much confidence in the Rockets' prospects.
"Leave it to me, I'll blow him up," Harden said.
Harden has a habit of sluggishly entering the playoffs, but facing Zhao Chen, Harden felt that he was very willing to fight.
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The TNT commentary team also came to the scene.
Barkley and Smith shouted wildly in the commentary box.
"The Lakers have made it to the playoffs for two consecutive years. They were the champions last season and are aiming to defend their title this season. The Houston Rockets have also been regulars in the playoffs since the arrival of James Harden. The combination of James Harden and Dwight Howard is amazing. expect."
"The players on both sides are ready, let's look forward to tonight's game."
"Kenny, what do you think will happen in tonight's game?"
"It might be a battle between James Harden and Zhao Chen."
"Do you think it will be one-sided? After all, the Lakers rarely play games that are not one-sided."
"It's hard to say. It depends on how long the Rockets can support it."
Barkley and Smith discussed the situation on the court.
While the two commentators were discussing, the players from both sides came to the end.
"Let us welcome!"
"Zhao Chen!"
As soon as the DJ finished speaking, the momentum at the scene reached its climax!
"MVP!"
"MVP!"
"MVP!"
A halo shines on Zhao Chen's appearance!
Zhao Chen opened his arms and ran onto the court with his teammates and staff.
Zhao Chen has already conquered this place, this is his territory!
As long as the fans hear his name, they will become crazy and excited! !
"With Kobe Bryant about to leave, Zhao Chen's status in Los Angeles has become transcendent. Although Zhao Chen's contract expires this year, no one thinks that there will be any suspense about him staying with the Lakers."
"After Kobe, Zhao Chen is the new boss of the Los Angeles Lakers."
Lakers fans showed their enthusiasm to Zhao Chen.
"Zhao Chen, come on, defeat them!"
"Sweep Houston!"
"Don't show mercy."
Zhao Chen looked very relaxed on the court. Such a first-round matchup did not require too much pressure on him.
Of course, strategically, you should underestimate your opponent, but tactically, you should pay attention to your opponent!
Zhao Chen would not be careless because of this.
The Lakers and Rockets have no grudges, but Zhao Chen believes that they will after this series.
He's going to torture this team.
The Rockets looked very serious from top to bottom. They knew that this might be the most difficult challenge they faced this season.
It is undoubtedly difficult for the Lakers to lose four games in a series.
However, the playoffs are a battlefield, and if you lose, the season is over!
No one wants to leave.
The starting players of both sides are in position, and the referee walks to the center with the ball.
Rockets starting lineup: Beverley, Harden, Ariza, Capela, Howard.
Lakers starting lineup: Zhao Chen, Kobe, Covington, Tucker, Jokic.
Both teams have their own regular lineups.
Jump ball between Jokic and Capela.
Capela's bounce speed is faster and his wingspan is longer. As soon as the referee throws the ball, he jumps high and passes the ball to Harden!
