Offensive and defensive transition, SuperSonics offense.
Zhou Quan advanced with the ball, and Madman Fan had a crazy energy and circled around, trying to steal his ball.
Crazy Fan is 185 centimeters tall, 6 centimeters shorter, and weighs only 77 kilograms. The difference of 18 kilograms makes him look several times smaller than Zhou Quan, spinning around like a little mouse.
He tried it from the left first, Zhou Quan changed hands to dribble in time, and then accelerated his breakthrough speed and crossed the center line. He followed up from behind and tried to steal the ball from behind, but Zhou Quan switched to his right hand to control the ball. Reached the top of the arc.
There was an opening, and Crazy Fan was one step away from him, but Zhou Quan did not stop to take action at the top of the key, but went straight to kill him.
Due to constant training, his hand has not been very good since the beginning of the new season. In order to maintain offensive efficiency as much as possible, he usually takes shots after getting close to the basket, and does not take many long-range shots.
After taking one step past the free throw line, O'Neal stayed one step in front of the basket and did not come out. He immediately stopped and threw.
"brush!"
The basketball flew over O'Neal's head and then slid down. O'Neal did not take off and looked back to watch the ball fall into the basket.
Lakers offense.
In the backcourt, Van Exel caught the ball while running, and then used the cover of his teammates to temporarily get rid of Zhou Quan and advance quickly.
His speed is still very fast, a little faster than Zhou Quan. After all, the tonnage is too small, and his athletic quality is far superior to Stockton of the same tonnage.
When he reached the midline, Zhou Quan caught up to Fan Kuangzi half a step to the left. Fan Fan was a left-handed general. He noticed that Zhou Quan was catching up and immediately transferred the ball to his right hand.
Campbell had a mid-range shot, and in order to make room for O'Neal under the basket, he moved to the left wing.
O'Neal entered the basket, but Laettner didn't hold it hard and couldn't hold it, so he went around to defend.
When Madman Fan saw that O'Neal was not open, he decided to do it himself. When he reached the top of the right arc, he immediately made a pull-up jumper and shot a three-pointer.
"squeak!"
The moment Crazy Fan stopped suddenly, Zhou Quan reacted as quickly as possible, braked with his left foot, and stopped on the left side of Crazy Fan.
When Zhou Quan braked, Fan Kuaishou started to take off with the ball. He immediately took off to block the shot and pressed his left hand from the side.
"Snapped!"
Madman Fan jumped up and raised the basketball above his head, but at this moment a big hand pressed over. Just like his first shot, he was pushed back to the ground with the ball again.
"Damn it!"
Being blocked again, he was so depressed that he wanted to crash to the floor.
This time the referee's whistle didn't sound because the ball in Crazy Fan's hand dropped and was snatched away by Zhou Quan, who immediately started to counterattack.
"boom!"
Three seconds later, Zhou Quan blasted the Lakers' basket with a tomahawk dunk.
"Oh oh oh……"
After Zhou Quan blocked Madman Fan for the second time, the Great Western Forum Arena began to burst into jubilation, and it slowly ended after the dunk.
The assassin was overjoyed and said: "Los Angeles people really love Iron Fist. I suggest that after Iron Fist wins a dynasty in Seattle, he comes to Los Angeles to win a dynasty to repay the support of the people of Los Angeles."
Ranbir said angrily: "Do you think Dynasty is just a beef burger that can be seen everywhere?"
The assassin calmly analyzed: "I feel that people in Los Angeles are more welcoming to Iron Fist this time. Why? Maybe it's because the current attitude of some media towards Iron Fist has stimulated them."
"The fans and the media are going against each other?" Laimbeer said.
Nodding, the assassin said: "I have watched the SuperSonics' games in the past half month, and the Iron Fist often receives a warmer welcome than before in away games, not just in Los Angeles.
Also, Iron Fist's jersey sales are very good this season. I don't mean overseas, but the United States. His jersey sales have surpassed Jordan's. This is the first time that his jersey sales have surpassed Jordan's in the United States.
Moreover, the sales volume of his basketball shoes, the Tekken VI, which was just released not long ago, also exceeded that of the MJ brand. This is the first time.
As for the Sonics' national ratings, needless to say, they are almost double those of the Bulls. This also means that almost twice as many people are more willing to watch Iron Fist games.
I think this is the true attitude of the fans. Their attitude is not consistent with that of the media. They are using practical actions to support the current number one player and the greatest crossover player.
They recognize Tekken's strength and his professional attitude. Even if Tekken's performance this season is not as popular as last season, they still choose to support him. "
Ranbir nodded and said: "You're right, Isiah. In fact, I also want to blackmail that guy Iron Fist, but I don't have the shamelessness of those media in Leviston. I am a person with a bottom line, but they No, I think they probably didn’t even have any underwear.”
"Pfft, haha..."
The assassin laughed so much that he fell on the commentary table.
"boom!"
On the court, Madman Fan passed the ball to Eddie Jones, and Jones passed it to O'Neal who was about to reach the position on the left side of the basket. O'Neal directly knocked Laettner onto his back with a back arch, and then turned around and dunked with both hands.
"Oh ho!"
The Great Western Forum Arena burst into very warm cheers and applause, even more enthusiastic than the cheers Zhou Quan had just received.
This made O'Neal and other Lakers players breathe a sigh of relief and gave them the feeling of playing at home, otherwise it would be too frustrating.
Sonics offense.
Laettner first walked into the penalty area and then immediately ran to the left wing. His old rival O'Neal was not facing him on the defensive end, so Babel followed him and ran out.
The two are the same height, but Campbell's weight is now as high as 125 kilograms, while he is only 107 kilograms, so he is much faster.
"Whoosh!"
Before Zhou Quan reached the top of the arc, he controlled the ball with his right hand. He saw Leitner's running position. During the explosion, he pulled the ball up from behind with his left hand, and then pushed it to the left wing. The ball flew straight towards Leiter like a meteor. Accept.
Laettner and Zhou Quan trained together for half a month and played in the regular season for another month. They made many mistakes at the beginning, but now they make fewer and fewer mistakes. When running, one eye is on Zhou Quan. Don't dare to be careless about the direction of power.
When he ran one step inside the three-point line, the ball arrived. He caught the ball, turned around, and took off. Campbell, who was two steps behind, stepped up and jumped to block the shot, half a beat too late.
"brush!"
The basketball goes hollow into the basket.
"Shaq, you'd better guard me yourself."
After succeeding, Laettner's arrogance from the Duke aristocracy broke out. In front of Campbell, he shouted at O'Neal under the basket, and Campbell's face suddenly darkened.
It is impossible to say that O'Neal has any affection for Laettner. This is the guy who overpowered him in the NCAA and even robbed him of the opportunity to join the Dream Team.
Hearing Leitner's words, he did not respond. Instead, he pointed at Zhou Quan and shouted: "Iron Fist, I want to teach him a lesson. Do you have any objection?"
Seeing that O'Neal ignored him, Laettner's face turned a little dark, just like Elden Campbell just now.
Zhou Quan smiled and said: "You all rely on your own abilities, but as a teammate, I have to help Christine."
Leitner's face looked better, and O'Neal had no objection. This is the right thing to do.
Next, O'Neal tortured Laettner on the offensive end, but on the defensive end, he was a bit passive. Laettner always pulled to the three-point line, which made his follow-up defense a little troublesome.
His running speed was actually not slow on the way, and his strides were very long. After rushing up, his speed was no less than that of an average small forward, no slower than Laettner, but his start was slower than Laettner's. This allowed Laettner to seize the opportunity, and last week Quan continued to pass good balls, and the enemies of Laettner and O'Neal actually played back and forth, and neither could guard the other.
His running speed was actually not slow on the way, and his strides were very long. After rushing up, his speed was no less than that of an average small forward, no slower than Laettner, but his start was slower than Laettner's. This allowed Laettner to seize the opportunity, and last week Quan continued to pass good balls, and the enemies of Laettner and O'Neal actually played back and forth, and neither could guard the other.
O'Neal made 4 of 5 shots, 1 of 4 free throws, and scored 9 points.
Laettner made 3 of 5 shots and also scored 6 points.
At the 10th minute of the first quarter, at 34:25, the SuperSonics led by 9 points, and the Lakers called a timeout.
In the ESPN commentary box, the assassin said: "Tekken made 4 of 7 shots in the first quarter, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 10 points, 1 rebound, 6 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks, 1 turnover and 1 foul.
His performance is still the most important reason why the Sonics are ahead of their opponents. Even if his performance is not as good as last season, he is still the best in the league. No one is qualified to blame him. "
Laimbeer said: "So now it's all the media that accuses him. Have you seen any player or head coach in the league come out to accuse that guy Iron Fist?
Even Magic, who had always looked down on him, didn't say anything this time, and Jordan didn't say anything either. No player who had issues with him came forward. "
The assassin said with a smile: "Indeed, not because they don't dare at all. If Tekken gave up boxing and devoted all his energy to the NBA, his performance might be even more disappointing. They should be thankful that there are other projects that distract Tekken from part of his energy. "
"Ha ha……"
Ranbir laughed, and then whispered: "Isiah, you bastard, you promised to treat me to a big dinner, don't lie to me."
"certainly."
The assassin smiled and nodded.
He said a lot of good things before, promised a big meal, and asked Ranbir to help him cooperate during the commentary. Ranbir did a pretty good job just now.
"These two bastards!"
In Los Angeles, Magic Johnson was watching the game in his villa and was a little angry when he heard the words of the assassin and Laimbeer.
The reason why he did not stand up to criticize Iron Fist was because he had a bottom line and would not deliberately criticize Iron Fist just because he was unhappy with him.
Tekken's performance this season is indeed not as good as the start of last season, but both the record and personal data are actually pretty good. He thinks there is nothing worth criticizing.
Far away in Chicago, Jordan was a little angry when he heard the assassin's last words.
He didn't stand up and take the opportunity to attack Iron Fist because he was disdainful.
He can't forget how the media treated him after winning two consecutive championships in 1992, so now he feels a bit sympathetic towards Tekken. Where is the fear?
The timeout is over at the Great West Forum.
When the players came on the court, a little crew chief on the Lakers bench was eager to try. Unfortunately, head coach Del Harris didn't see him and replaced him with backup guards Byron Scott and Fisher, which made him a little depressed.
Small forward replaced Rumil Robinson, and inside were substitute center Knight and Campbell, who was replaced two minutes earlier.
For the SuperSonics, all the main players came off the field and were replaced by Matt Geiger, Terry Cummings, Sam Perkins, Drexler, and McMillan.
"The SuperSonics' bench lineup, Geiger, Glider, and Perkins are actually capable of playing the main role, which is a level better than the Lakers' bench lineup." The assassin laughed.
"The SuperSonics' bench should be the best in the league. The lineup is very thick and the rotation is sufficient." Laimbeer said.
The assassin said curiously: "Actually, George Karl's style is a bit stubborn, but after Iron Fist went to the SuperSonics, this style seems to be less obvious."
Laimbeer scolded: "Isiah, you are so stupid. Iron Fist is a ball-carrying and core-playing style. As long as he is on the court, there is no problem in leading two substitutes. George Karl is still a capable head coach. He will not look at it." Short of this, of course the rotation will be strengthened.”
"Well, Bill, you're right."
Assassins are called temperless, because they are.
After the first quarter, the Lakers were already 12 points behind.
However, Eddie Jones showed his strength in the second quarter, scoring 12 points in a single quarter, and O'Neal also scored 10 points in the second quarter. The two helped the team regain 6 points. After halftime, the Lakers were only 6 points behind.
Zhou Quan played 8 minutes in the second quarter. He blocked Fan Kuang, who likes to shoot wildly, for the third time. He also stole the opponent twice and scored 8 points and 3 assists in a single quarter.
After the start of the second half, Zhou Quan switched to guard Eddie Jones, and Jones missed three consecutive shots. The Sonics took the opportunity to launch a wave of ten-to-zero attacks.
In the 9th minute of the third quarter, Zhou Quan blocked Madman Fan for the fourth time. After the third quarter, he was only one rebound and one block away from his first 5*5 in the regular season of his career.
In the second minute of the final quarter, he grabbed the fifth rebound, and then the Great Western Forum Arena started chanting "5*5".
In the fourth minute, the Lakers were already 18 points behind and called a timeout.
After returning from the timeout, the Lakers attacked. O'Neal took position under the basket, Matt Geiger went around to defend, Rodman helped defend from the side, and Campbell at the right midfielder became open.
Crazy Fan hoisted the ball over Zhou Quan's head. Zhou Quan turned around and pounced. Campbell caught the ball and made a jump shot. Zhou Quan jumped up from two meters away.
"Snapped!"
With a volleyball-style block, Campbell's basketball was slapped directly into the audience behind the baseline, triggering a rush.
"Oh ho!"
Countless people in Los Angeles immediately cheered.
"This guy!"
To be honest, Jordan is still a little jealous because he has never played 5*5, but Iron Fist has played 5*5 three times, and the two times were in the playoffs. Iron Fist's three 5*5 ratios are bigger The dream of 6 times 5*5 has a higher gold content.
In this game, the Sonics finally won, with a score of 105:91, winning by 14 points.
Zhou Quan played 42 minutes. This was the first time he played more than 40 minutes this season. He defeated Madman Fan on both offense and defense. He scored 40 points, 5 rebounds, 16 assists, 7 steals, 5 blocks, 3 turnovers and 3 fouls. , hit rate 62.5%.
"Hey, rookie, why don't you give me a chance to welcome you to the NBA?"
At the end of the game, Zhou Quan passed by the Lakers bench and said to Kobe with a smile.
Kobe's face was stern, and he stiffened his neck and said: "You don't need to welcome me, I have already come to the NBA."
"Hey, Iron Fist, don't bully my little brother." O'Neal said with a tigerish face.
"I hope this little brother is not your little brother in the Magic. Well, Shark, see you next time in Seattle. Rookie, come on!"
Zhou Quan laughed, reached out and bumped fists with O'Neal, patted Kobe on the shoulder, left a word of encouragement, and went to accept an on-site interview with an ESPN reporter.
O'Neal proudly said to Kobe: "Rookie, Iron Fist and I have a very good relationship. If he bullies you, tell me."
"NO, I will solve the problem myself. Moreover, he did not bully me." Kobe shook his head.
O'Neal was startled, this little rookie has some personality!
"Iron Fist, your super performance tonight is a response to the media's accusations against you during this period?" an ESPN reporter asked.
Zhou Quan shook his head and said with a smile: "I will not go out of my way to respond to those conspiracy-like accusations. What I advocate is fairness and justice. The words of villains are not worth wasting my energy and time to refute them."
The Sonics returned to the locker room, and Zhou Quan checked the system while taking a shower.
He originally wanted to take a look at the results of his shooting training in recent days so that he could have a good idea of his shooting skills, but when he opened it, he found that his physical fitness had actually increased from level 96 to level 97.
This is of course great news. If the offensive and defensive organizations can grasp him, his physical energy consumption is very large. The better his physical fitness, the higher the quality of his game will be.
"Is this the effect of the Sleeping Pill Technique, or the effect of training?" He couldn't figure it out, and he didn't bother to think about it anymore.
The Sonics then returned to their home court and won two consecutive games. After losing to the Hornets, they had won six consecutive games, with 16 wins and 5 losses, surpassing the Jazz and ranking second in the Western Conference.
Since Stockton was injured, the Jazz have played 4 games with 2 wins and 2 losses. They are now 16 wins and 5 losses, but lost to the SuperSonics, so they can only rank third.
In addition, Mosaic's record is also declining because Barkley has been sidelined due to injury. It has been almost a week since the 2nd and he has not returned yet.
(End of chapter)
