cleveland.
James' face in front of the TV was not much better than Cole's.
Today, with a record of 15 wins and 5 losses, the Cleveland Cavaliers are at the top of the Eastern Conference and fourth in the league, second only to the Golden State Warriors at 21 wins and 0 losses, the Trail Blazers at 19 wins and 0 losses and the Spurs at 17. Winning 3 losing...
When he thought of the Spurs lined up in front of the Cavaliers, James' face suddenly darkened again.
Damn it, the promised future is mine, but what’s the result?
What are you old monsters doing now?
When he thought of the three monster teams next door, and then the Bulls and Raptors here this year, James suddenly felt that the path he chose to play basketball in his hometown was too difficult.
It's all the fault of the west side. Why should it be rolled up like this? Even the east side had to follow suit.
James even deeply feels that even if the Cavaliers can break out of the Eastern Conference this season, whether they meet the Trail Blazers or the Warriors in the finals, it will probably be a bit uncertain.
No, there are always unscrupulous people who want to harm me, and the knights have to strengthen them next!
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Oracle Arena.
The third quarter ended quickly, and the Trail Blazers and Warriors were tied again, with the score of the two teams at 84:84.
Tonight, both sides were so excited on the offensive end that the defense basically turned a blind eye.
However, the Warriors are really unable to defend. After all, they have a small lineup, so they are ready to sacrifice interior defense.
As for the Trail Blazers, they wanted to defend, but the problem was that they really couldn't defend against the Warriors' outside attack.
The five-small lineup appeared for the first time. Even Wang Zelin, a latecomer, had only seen the Warriors' five-small play style off the screen. It was the first time for him to truly experience it as a player.
After one quarter, although the two sides were tied, if we continue to examine it, the Blazers' offense is actually weaker than the Warriors.
Don't forget, at the end of the first half, the Trail Blazers led the opponent by 12 points, but now they were equalized.
In the third quarter, the Trail Blazers scored 23 points in a single quarter, of which Wang Zelin alone scored 17 of them.
On the Warriors' side, the team scored 35 points in a single quarter, including 9 of 15 three-pointers in a single quarter, successfully breaking the Warriors' record for three-pointers made in a single quarter during the regular season. Their fierce outside firepower is evident.
During the break, on the benches of the two teams, their respective head coaches were making arrangements for the final quarter.
On the Warriors side, you can have all the Warriors players gather around you and say:
"Next, we will continue to play the five minors. Not only that, we must speed up the overall situation, increase the offensive and defensive rhythm, and dilute the Blazers' internal energy!"
"In the third quarter, we scored 35 points more than our opponent. Don't look at Wang Zelin who has already scored 48 points, but so what, he can't guard you at all!"
"In the last quarter, if everyone persists, the balance of victory has come to our side!"
As soon as these words came out, the Warriors' already strong fighting spirit was instantly ignited.
Yes, no matter how powerful you Wang Zelin is, so what if one person scores 50 or 60 points?
Competitive sports, winners and losers!
Being able to win is the key, everything else is just talk on paper.
As long as the Warriors win tonight, Wang Zelin will become the biggest joke in this game!
Seeing the growing confidence on the faces of the players around him, Cole nodded with satisfaction. The "invincible" mentality he has been instilling in him from the beginning of the season to now seems to be working.
Because in Cole's case, his ultimate goal in coaching the Warriors has never been to simply win the championship, but to establish a three-consecutive championship dynasty!
There is a saying that goes, "Don't meet someone who is too stunning when you are young, or you will miss it for the rest of your life!"
This is most often used to describe love, but it is equally applicable to Cole's experience as a player.
Of course, he is a person who works hard after being stimulated.
He, Steve Kerr, met the strongest athlete in NBA history - Michael Jordan when he was a player!
Under Jordan's wing, Cole's career as a championship-style role player was quite successful.
It is precisely because of this wonderful experience as a player that Cole, who has witnessed the peak scenery, has grown in ambition after retiring and taking over as a coach.
This elegant middle-aged white man who seems to be humorous has never been the kind of person who has no desires or desires.
He wants to be the Michael Jordan of coaching!
He wants to become a legendary marshal like "Zen Master" and establish a dynasty of his own!
Everything starts with this Warriors team!
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Trailblazers here.
Coach Terry is nervously deploying defensive tactics.
At this moment, a tall man suddenly stood up and said in a deep and powerful voice: "Okay, don't think so much, just cheer up. I will be responsible for the internal defense and you will be responsible for the external defense. No problem." Bar!"
"Ah, you alone? This? Isn't this a bit too risky?"
Coach Terry was shocked. He was not unaware of Wang Zelin's defensive ability, but in this way, it would be easy for the opponent to cause a lot of damage, and the number of fouls would also increase sharply.
The current Trail Blazers can do without anyone, but Wang Zelin is absolutely indispensable.
Once he comes off the court, not only will the Blazers lose their rebounding guarantee, but the Warriors will also be able to attack more unscrupulously.
"Since we can't find a way to target the Warriors for the time being, let's take a gamble!"
Wang Zelin said.
"Are you sure?" Coach Terry asked: "This is one man marking one team!"
Wang Zelin did not rush to answer, but looked at his teammates around him and asked with a smile: "Do you believe me?"
"Of course, boss!"×2
Barton and Beverly were the first to shout out.
"That's fine," Wang Zelin nodded, then looked at the others and said:
"Just like I believe in you, you can attack as much as you want in the last quarter, and I will get the rebound! But if the opponent scores a goal from outside, it will be yours!"
At this moment, the strong confidence exuded by Wang Zelin infected everyone on the Trail Blazers bench.
"Don't worry, King, we won't let you down." Batum roared.
Damn it, the boss is talking like that, what else can they say?
That's it!
With Batum taking the lead, the Blazers bench kept roaring, attracting a look of surprise from the opposing Warriors players.
"What's going on on the other side?"
"Why are you so crazy at night?"
"Is it possible that you are planning to give up the game?"
Green and Borgt kept chatting.
Is it still too early for the game to end? What the hell are the Trail Blazers doing? Is it possible to find a coping strategy?
Unlike the players, as the coach, Cole slowly frowned. He did not dare to relax even if the game was not won for a moment.
After all, the opponent is a team that has won two consecutive championships, and he must not take it lightly.
After the timeout, I saw that the Blazers were still in the starting lineup, but I was finally relieved.
Because he saw that the Trail Blazers had no plans to change their formation, he believed that he was sure to win this game. He did not think that the opponent's coach Terry Stotts could find a flaw in the Warriors' five small players so quickly.
As long as the Warriors can maintain the same offensive firepower as they did in the third quarter, the Blazers' undefeated streak will be assured.
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