Game 5 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Golden State Warriors is on schedule.
Oracle Arena.
This game day is quite special for Warriors fans. Everyone knows that once the Warriors successfully win the last game, they can successfully advance to the second round.
The Warriors fell in this round last season. For fans in the Bay Area, reaching the second round means progress this season.
It also means one step closer to the Western Conference Finals.
Half an hour before the game started, the arena was packed. Countless fans came to the scene wearing the same color as the Warriors uniforms. Countless people cheered and looked forward to the game.
Such a game also attracted media from the Bay Area. Before the game officially started, some reporters went to the locker room to interview Warriors players.
Regarding this kind of pre-game interview, other players' statements were normal, saying that they would go all out, but Draymond Green showed that he was determined to win.
"Of course, we will win! Not only will we beat them, but we will also reach the finals... This is our goal this season..."
"The Timberwolves are not a threatening opponent at all. Frankly speaking, they are not worthy of being the goal we need to overcome..."
Draymond Green's words were also broadcast live immediately.
Many fans who watched the live broadcast online and on TV also had different reactions to Draymond Green's attitude.
In the past, many fans might have ridiculed him, but this time, most fans seemed to acquiesce to his words.
"Although Draymond's words are unpleasant, the Warriors will definitely win..."
"Is there anything else to say? Just look at the odds online and you will know! The Timberwolves will definitely lose this game..."
"Actually, there is no need to play this game at all. Everyone knows that it is impossible for the Timberwolves to defeat the Warriors..."
Not only other crazy fans, but also the live broadcast ratings of this game in Minneapolis fell to a historical low.
Some media interviewed some fans on the streets of Minneapolis, and their responses were basically the same.
"Of course we support the Timberwolves, but we won't watch this kind of meaningless game live... Let's wait until next season!"
"Yes, it won't be long before we hear the news that the Warriors won... I'm very disappointed, so I don't want to waste time on it..."
Public opinion from the outside world seems to be extremely unanimous at this time, and basically not many people believe that the Timberwolves can win.
Even in the locker room before the game, the Timberwolves' preparation atmosphere changed from the past.
The players no longer prepare for the game as hard as before, but some play on their mobile phones, and some play computer games. In short, most players have their own things to do, but few people discuss the game.
Regarding this situation, head coach Philip Sanders had nothing to say. He sat calmly in the head coach's position and did not disturb the players' peace for a moment.
Although Zhao Feiyang is the team leader, he also understands the team's current situation. He did not say a word more, let alone blame any teammate.
In this situation, what would happen even if we go all out?
Besides, not everyone will do their best to win!
The only thing Zhao Feiyang can do is to try his best to win the game.
"The Timberwolves are ready to enter..."
While the players were resting, a staff member knocked on the door. After a reminder, head coach Philip Sanders responded and then gathered the players together.
"Gentlemen, it's time to put down what you are doing...the competition is coming soon..."
The players are also very knowledgeable and take the initiative to put down what they are doing and focus on it together.
Coach Philip Sanders glanced at Zhao Feiyang and asked him, "Zhao, you are the leader of the team. Do you want to say something now?"
Zhao Feiyang was silent for a moment, then suddenly chuckled, raised his head and looked at the other teammates, "Guys, it's an honor to fight with you to this moment...Whether we win or lose in today's game, we will do our best. good......"
"I don't need everyone to sacrifice themselves to do anything. I just hope that we will do everything within the scope of our responsibilities...even if it is not for ourselves, but also for the fans who support us..."
Zhao Feiyang's tolerant attitude surprised his teammates.
On weekdays, he is extremely strict with training and is also very serious about the details of competitions. Therefore, at this time, almost all teammates think that he will be strict with everyone.
But he didn't do this!
"alright!"
"What Zhao said is exactly what I want to say, let's do our best! No matter we win or lose, we can't let the Warriors outside look down on us..."
Soon, the Timberwolves players walked into the infield.
Beep.
After the timer sounds, the game officially begins.
The lineups of both sides have basically not changed much. The Timberwolves' weak inside line is still handed over to Kevin Garnett. This is also a last resort.
Jump ball from both sides.
Snapped.
The Warriors got the ball first.
Stephen Curry held the ball through half the court. After he brought the ball to the three-point line at the top of the arc, he began to organize a ball-rights attack to get other Warriors players running.
Snapped.
Andre Iguodala ran out of space on the wing, and Stephen Curry passed the ball to him in one second. Andre Iguodala held the ball and broke through to the basket.
After reaching the penalty area, Andre Iguodala took the first shot, but unfortunately the basketball he threw was blocked by Kevin Garnett.
boom.
The basketball hit the rim.
Kevin Garnett blocked Draymond Green behind him and picked up the rebound.
After getting the ball, he glanced outside and found that Zhao Feiyang had already crossed the half court, and threw a long pass to the other side of the half court.
Snapped.
When Zhao Feiyang caught the basketball while running, Stephen Curry also accelerated to catch up. The two reached the basket one after another. Just when Stephen Curry was about to jump up and block Zhao Feiyang, Zhao Feiyang made a move that surprised him.
I saw Zhao Feiyang suddenly leaping high and slamming the ball into the basket with a two-handed dunk under the watchful eyes of all the fans.
boom.
The dunk was so powerful that it knocked Stephen Curry away.
This ball also instantly ignited the entire Oracle Arena.
Not to mention the fans, even Stephen Curry was stunned, and all the players on the Timberwolves bench stood up.
No one expected this!
"WTF? Zhao dunked on Stephen's head?"
"He rarely ends a battle with a dunk... This guy... is simply unexpected..."
"It can be seen that Zhao Zai takes the game very seriously, and he doesn't even have any reservations... He really tried his best this time..."
