The game then started, and the scene entered the entry stage of the home and away teams.
Players from the visiting team played first, and the Trail Blazers did not adjust their lineup. When Wang Zelin was the last one to step onto the floor of the Staples Center arena, there was a huge boo.
Generally speaking, unless they encounter their old enemy the Celtics, the purple and gold fans who consider themselves noble will usually not make such a noise at home. In their view, this is more like an act of showing weakness to their opponents.
As long as it is strong enough, no matter who the away opponent is, the Purple and Gold Army can kill them.
However, tonight's opponent is the Portland Trail Blazers, who swept them in the playoffs two years ago. The Lakers still trailed the Trail Blazers 0-2. In this case, it is difficult for Zijin fans to maintain their so-called So noble and majestic.
Then the home team entered and the starting lineup was adjusted. Ryan Kelly replaced Hibbert in the starting lineup and was responsible for facing off against Wang Zelin tonight.
Even though this guy is 2.11 meters tall, he is a full-scale space inside man and weighs only 105 kilograms. The Lakers dare to let him play against Wang Zelin. It seems that he is well prepared to lose rebounds.
But then again, even the original starting center Hibbert still missed rebounds when facing Wang Zelin, and the effect was not much better.
Considering that Ryan Kelly has a certain three-point ability, Coach Terry quickly realized that this guy's uploading role should be to open up space for Paul and Kobe.
At this time, in the DJ introduction at the home court, Kobe, who was the last to appear, made the cheers at the venue frighteningly high.
Kobe felt the enthusiasm of the fans and waved. Judging from the feedback from the fans, he is indeed the most popular king in Los Angeles!
The opening ceremony before the game ended, and the starting players from both sides came on stage one after another.
Wang Zelin easily beat Ryan Kelly and gave the Trail Blazers the opportunity to take the lead.
When he reached the frontcourt, his teammates opened up and Wang Zelin held the ball in the low post to attack.
The Trail Blazers' style of play has not changed much from the first two games. Wang Zelin is in such excellent form. Whether it is the coaching staff, teammates, or Trail Blazers fans, they are all looking forward to Wang Zelin scoring in three consecutive playoff games. Great record of 50+.
Shuangba stood outside the three-point line on both sides, Aldridge crouched in the left corner, Lillard gave the ball and restrained Paul at the top of the arc, and the Lakers' double-team couldn't get out.
Wang Zelin swayed outside the penalty area and then took a step forward to make a sudden stop. He raised his hand to feint for a layup. After tapping Ryan Kelly away, he turned around and immediately exploded.
"boom!"
He was in good form and scored easily in the first attack.
Of course, it also has a lot to do with the fact that the defender was too impetuous tonight. After all, Ryan Kelly is a bit green and is far less experienced than Hibbert.
"Back to defense! Back to defense!"
After landing, Wang Zelin was not interested in ridiculing his fragile opponent. He yelled at his teammates while quickly retreating on defense.
"Back to defense! Back to defense!"
The three to four thousand Blazers fans present and some Chinese fans who came to support Wang Zelin quickly stood up to respond to Wang Zelin.
It was just the beginning, and the Trail Blazers, led by Wang Zelin, almost took over the championship. If the larger Lakers fans hadn't reacted in time and covered the front with cheers, the scene might have been more interesting.
Lillard followed Paul from the backcourt, giving him no chance to dribble easily.
Halfway through the attack time, the Lakers had no chance to score.
Today's Trail Blazers gave people a better sense of defensive pressure than the previous two games. They really want to win this game and directly sweep the Lakers to advance to the Western Conference Finals.
Seeing that the tactics were not working, Paul quickly signaled his teammates to pull away and passed the ball to Kobe.
Kobe glanced behind him and saw no help, turned his back to the frame, and started sitting down.
Button lowered his center of gravity and moved up his body. Although he was still a little unable to withstand it, Kobe also felt uncomfortable playing.
After two consecutive games of violent output, Kobe's physical fitness could not recover so quickly, but in order to defend the home court, the Black Mamba also worked hard.
He worked hard to reach the low post and turned directly towards the baseline for a layup.
Kobe's waist is really good, he jumped up and then glided for a layup.
"Bang!"
The UFO suddenly struck and slapped Kobe's shot onto the backboard.
A pinboard hat!
Looking up, the person coming was none other than Trail Blazer No. 36 - Wang Zelin.
Ryan Kelly had quick eyes and quick hands, grabbed the offensive rebound, turned around and shot with a hook.
Oh, it’s quite beautiful to think about it at such a young age!
At this time, Wang Zelin once again showed his powerful mobility under the basket, which is comparable to the turning speed of a top guard. He instantly launched into the air and sent another super block.
This time the ball flew directly out of the court!
The consecutive big hits at the beginning made Wang Zelin roar to the sky with excitement!
Immediately afterwards, there were roars from the Trail Blazers bench.
What about Staples?
What about the Purple and Gold?
We, the Trail Blazers, are fighting against you, and we are fighting against the elites!
The Lakers were finally defended by the Trail Blazers for 24 seconds. The emotions of the Trail Blazers fans and Chinese fans in the stands were completely high.
Stars from the Chinese entertainment industry, including Jay Chou, "black" Chen Jianzhou, and Baby, who has gradually become a national goddess because of a variety show, also turned into loyal fans at this moment and screamed regardless of their image.
"My God, this shot-blocking ability is too exaggerated! This, this, this... he blocked two shots at once, who can withstand this!" Barkley shouted excitedly.
"Wang's dominance in this series is too strong. He is omnipotent on the offensive end and everywhere on the defensive end. It is a nightmare to play against such a guy!" Kenny Smith said.
The Trail Blazers attacked, and Wang Zelink got stuck in the low post, preparing to catch the ball.
"You have to send someone to double-team Zelin this time, right? Otherwise it would be too unreasonable." Zhang Lili said with a solemn expression.
"Three, Kobe let Barton go, Gasol also went in, and used a forward defense method to target the king..." Yu Jia couldn't hide his excitement and roared out.
Seeing that the Lakers were so frantic, and if they didn't come, they would be there. If they came, there would be three, Lillard looked to the left.
At this time, Aldridge quickly followed up. Outside the paint area, Lillard passed the ball.
Now that the ball is in Aldridge's hands, Gasol's forward defense has lost its meaning, and he immediately returns to defend Aldridge.
At the next moment, Wang Zelin used his faster movement to the basket to jam Ryan Kelly, and then Aldridge passed the ball in.
The moment he caught the ball, Wang Zelin dribbled with his back arched.
Ryan Kelly made a desperate push, but did not retreat to the reasonable collision area behind him in the first shot, providing an opportunity for Kobe to double-team.
But at this time, Wang Zelin once again showed terrifying speed that was not consistent with his height.
With a super-fast turn comparable to that of a defender, he turned left in an instant, dodged Kobe's cut ball, and went around to the space between Ryan Kelly and the basket.
However, it did not rise as quickly as possible. Instead, it waited for Ryan Kelly to adjust his pace and enter a reasonable collision zone before he rose up. While successfully dunking the opponent, he also caused a blocking foul.
Of course, he was disappointed.
The expected whistle did not sound, and the referee just made an effective offensive gesture.
He was sure that Ryan Kelly had stepped on the surf line in the river and did not take off. This kind of ball is a must-call.
There are only two possibilities for the referee not to make a penalty, either his vision was blocked and he did not see it, or he turned a blind eye on purpose.
The front was so good, and the guess at the back came true... Then he had to be more vigilant.
"Is this penalty unreasonable? The ball just now was fouled..."
On the commentary stage, Zhang Lili couldn't help but say a classic mantra when he saw this scene on the court.
(End of chapter)
