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Chapter 227 Eliminate the Bull!Advance to the finals!The last monkey in the desert is the baboon!

At the press conference, Thibodeau attributed the loss to the team's poor defense. He firmly believed that as long as the Bulls defend well, they can win.

People like Thibodeau generally have a stubborn heart. No matter how criticized by the outside world, they only want to see what they want to see.Defense is Thibodeau's specialty since he started from scratch. When he loses a game, he never considers the team's offensive problems, but only looks for reasons from defense. Even Bulls fans are pissed to death.

Rose's performance in this game is still strong, but the other Bulls players' scoring ability is not top-notch. When Rose feels bad, no one can step up and take over the game, and it will be a matter of time before they lose.

Thibodeau thought he could defeat the 76ers as long as he defended well. Just like the regular season, he fought hard and disciplined.

Now he discovered that the 76ers played completely different from the regular season. Not only did they run more actively, but they also counterattacked faster and faster.

Although Garnett is not at his peak, he still caused a lot of trouble for the Bulls by pulling up to the top of the key to provide support in the high post.If the 76ers succeed in winning the championship this year, not only will Iverson's historical status rise a lot, but even Garnett will be able to take advantage of it. He has proven with practical actions that he will always be a man with his own system, and fans like him. more and more.

After this game, Garnett averaged 32.6 minutes per game in the playoffs, contributed 14.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.8 blocks, and shot 53.2% from the field. In one sentence, he is as stable as an old dog.

Iverson's data also increased, averaging 30.4 minutes per game, 19.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.5 steals, shooting 47.6% from the field, 34.7% from the three-point range, and 82.4% from the free throw line.

Other players also made indelible contributions in the playoffs, both offensively and defensively.The only advantage the Bulls have on the offensive end is Rose. He has tried his best while fighting through injuries. Unfortunately, it is still difficult to win in the Eastern Conference Finals.

The outstanding performance of the 76ers has attracted the attention of fans, and more and more people hope that the 76ers will reach the finals.If the 76ers finally win the championship, Iverson's contribution to Philadelphia will be greatly enhanced. He may even be erected as a statue after retirement, leaving a veteran legend of his in the NBA.

Lu Yong has also benefited a lot from coaching the 76ers this year. He brought a team that ranked 11th in the Eastern Conference last season to the Eastern Conference Finals and led the Bulls, the first in the Eastern Conference, with a big score of 3-0. Lu Yong's name has become the same as the top names in history. Handsome hook, full of gold content.

"Lou is the most talented coach in NBA history. He has won three best coaches at this age. I think he is already the number one coach in the league."

"When he was coaching the SuperSonics, Lu led a group of young people to achieve two championships in four years. After joining the 76ers, he led a group of veterans to win the championship. It was incredible. He was like walking on the basketball court. God has the power to dominate everything."

"The Bulls went from a close match in the first game to being hung up in the next two games. Coach Thibodeau should be responsible for the defeat of this series. His stubbornness is hurting the team and Rose. If Lu Shuai is replaced as the coach, I think the Bulls may Will win. The bull now is the last monkey and baboon in the desert."

Thibodeau has turned off his cell phone and social media in the past two days, and is afraid to read news online.

He knows that there will be overwhelming criticism and doubts coming towards him from the outside world. Even if he leads the team well in the regular season, he will not be able to make up for the flaws exposed in the playoffs.Maybe he won't be dismissed in the summer, but his reputation will be greatly reduced and he will lose the trust of some players and Chicago fans.

Lu Yong's coaching performance in the Eastern Conference finals series was too dazzling. Without comparison, there is no harm. Thibodeau's employment and on-the-spot response were completely blown away. He was lying on his back, but he didn't seem innocent.

During the break, Lu Yong arranged for the players to have a holiday. He did not insist on practicing more while the iron was hot, but focused on restoring physical fitness.

The 76ers already hold the match point 3-0. At this time, there is nothing more important than the health of the players. Otherwise, even if they make it to the finals, they will be left behind and will be a wedding dress for others.

In NBA history, no team has ever been able to complete a comeback when trailing 0-3. Lu Yong was very relaxed and had no pressure.

Even if the 76ers lose at the end of the game, the Bulls can only draw the total score to 1-3. The situation is very favorable to the 76ers and he has no reason to worry.

In the fourth game, the Bulls generals were determined to fight to the bitter end. If they win, they can survive, but if they lose, they will go home.

After analyzing the situation, the Bulls players warmed up carefully before the game. Even Rose also practiced three-pointers on both sides, hoping to help the team win a victory and at least avoid being eliminated by shaving his head. .

Facts have proved that although the league really wants the 76ers to advance to the finals, a 4-0 sweep is not in the league's interests.The referee intentionally or unintentionally favored the Bulls on the whistle, and the Bulls players also played very hard. The 76ers were passive from the beginning, trailing the Bulls by up to 13 points.

In the end, 98 to 103, the Bulls won the away game with difficulty, chasing the big score to 1 to 3.

布泽尔G4发挥出色，18投11中，罚球7中5，砍下27分8篮板2助攻1抢断，终于从加内特头上找回了一点面子。

Rose delivered 21 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. His shooting percentage was less than 50%, but he played a decisive role at the critical moment in the final quarter.

Iverson failed to kill the game in the last 2 minutes and only had 15 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists. He was careless tonight.

On the 26th, the fifth game between the two sides started at the Bulls' home court.

The Bulls couldn't afford to lose. After Thibodeau and his assistants held a meeting to discuss, they decided to put Korver in the starting lineup to replace Brewer, who could only defend but not score. In a desperate situation, he bowed his head and made the change.

This adjustment was indeed very effective. Although Iverson had a much easier time attacking Korver, the Bulls' own offense also opened up, and it was no longer a 4-on-5 positional battle.

Korver's three-point shooting is the best in history. When he stands on the defensive line, the Bulls' formation is wide open, creating further space for Derrick Rose to break through.

Fortunately, Iverson did not grow up as a vegetarian. He and Rose scored soaringly in the first quarter. The two teams were evenly matched, and the point difference always hovered in single digits.

In the first quarter, 25 to 23, the 76ers only led by two points.

In the second quarter, Tom Thibodeau changed from normal and did not send his son Ronnie Brewer. Instead, he used the nerve knife Lucas III to start an offense with the 76ers.

Although the strength of the Bulls' second lineup is still inferior to the 76ers, the offensive fluidity is obviously better than in the previous games.

The 76ers' Vujacic and Meeks felt bad in this quarter, and several good three-pointers missed the frame.

Lu Yong sat off the court and frowned, so he could only widen the rotation of the lineup and shorten the playing time of the two.

Lu Yong was not in a hurry when he failed to open up the score in the first half. Even though Thibodeau adjusted his rotation, his habit of using the main force could not be changed.The longer the game drags on, the better it is for the 76ers, and the physical advantage will be more obvious. The last quarter is when the 76ers close the game. As long as they don't dig too big a hole in the first three quarters, there will be no problem.

In the second half, the two sides were unable to open up the score, and the single-digit lead remained deadlocked until the last moment.

In the 51 seconds of the final quarter, Iverson succeeded in a one-on-one one-on-one with Korver and scored a layup against Carlos Boozer's rebound, helping the 76ers lead by 1 point.

99 to 98, Thibodeau requested a timeout with 42 seconds left.Commenting on the game, Director Zhang said: "The next goal is very critical for the Bulls. If it cannot be scored, the situation will become very unfavorable. Fortunately, the Bulls have Derrick Rose, a star. He is trustworthy at critical moments. Even if he cannot score, Entering is also the team’s first offensive option.”

Yu Jia nodded and said: "Lu Yong should arrange a defense in this round. Derek must be the one to take care of. Once he defends, the game will be easy to play. The 76ers have Vujacic as a free throw machine, and no one will be vain in the free throws."

After the timeout, the Bulls sent out the starting five, Rose, Korver, Luol Deng, Boozer, and Noah.

Lu Yong made some adjustments to the lineup, Jrue Holiday, Iverson, Iguodala, Garnett, and Brand.

The Bulls will most likely not gamble on three-pointers at this time. The presence of the twin towers can not only strengthen the frame protection, but also avoid losing rebounds. In addition, there are two defensive elites on the outside. This lineup is prepared for defense.

The out-of-bounds ball was sent out, and Rose successfully caught the ball with the help of a screen. He gestured at the top of the arc to signal his teammates to pull away and prepare for a singles.

At this time, Boozer came up from the weak side and set up a pick-and-roll. Rose went to the left to break through and feinted. He suddenly adjusted his position in front of the body, took a step and made an emergency stop jumper from the left free throw line.

99 to 100, the Bulls took the lead by one point.

Rose's goal was a reflection of his personal ability, catching Holiday off guard.

Lu Yong stood on the sidelines and did not call a timeout. He chose to give the final attack to the players.

Calling a timeout at this time is a double-edged sword. The 76ers can deploy their offense, and the Bulls can also take this opportunity to deploy their defense.

The three veterans, Iverson, Garnett and Brand, have all experienced big storms. Lu Yong believes that such small scenes will not trouble them.

Iverson dribbled the ball into the frontcourt, looked up at the timer and pressed down the time. It was not until the last 10 seconds that he waved to Garnett for a pick-and-roll.

Garnett came up from the left corner to cover, and Iverson was not afraid of Korver getting close to him. He took a step closer to the basket and made an emergency jumper one step away from the three-second zone.Iverson shot the ball very resolutely. He had no intention of passing the ball from the beginning. He is used to taking his destiny into his own hands and is not afraid of taking the blame.

The basketball drew a beautiful arc in the air, and the next second, swoosh, it hit the net, 101 to 100.

The away fans collectively fell into silence, and Thibodeau called the last timeout with a gloomy face.

After scoring, Iverson rushed to the bench, jumped up and bumped chests with his teammates in celebration.

At this time, there were 3.2 seconds left on the clock, and the Bulls had a last chance to attack, but the balance of victory had tilted towards the 76ers.

"Well done! Allen, this is what a star should look like." Lu Yong smiled in a good mood.

"We must pay attention to cooperation in the last defense. When encountering a pick-and-roll, we immediately switch defenses. We would rather be misplaced by the opponent than let the Bulls find an open shot." Lu Yong sat in the middle and explained quickly. "Brand, you come off the court and take a rest. Arab League changes clothes and prepares to go on the court. Pay attention to the defensive changes after the screen. Do not let go of two-pointers or three-pointers. This is a great opportunity for us to go straight to the finals."

After the timeout, Noah served from the sideline for almost five seconds. He almost passed the ball to Rose in a hurry.Rose's position when receiving the ball was too far away, and he didn't have time to make too many adjustments in 3 seconds. He took a sudden step back to create distance, and his elegant three-pointer from the outside was seriously interfered by Holiday.

"Buzz!"

As the red light came on at the end of the game, Rose missed a three-pointer and the 76ers defeated the Bulls 101-100, advancing to the finals with a big score of 4-1.

艾弗森全场17投8中，三分球4中2，罚球7中6，得到24分5篮板6助攻2抢断，终场前3.2秒准绝杀又在他的辉煌生涯里写下了浓厚一笔。

加内特11投6中，罚球5中4，得到16分9篮板5助攻1抢断2盖帽。

伊戈达拉继续客串大前锋，多次利用反击甩掉布泽尔快攻得分，12投7中，三分球2中1，罚球3中3，贡献18分7篮板3助攻1盖帽。

After the game, Lu Yong arranged for the players to shake hands and hug the Bulls, and then returned to the locker room to celebrate the victory.

At the press conference, Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau defended: "This series should be our victory, but Hamilton's absence weakened the team's offense. We did not lose to the 76ers, but we were unlucky. Next time The Bulls will come back this season."

Ross didn't speak harshly during the interview, but his face was full of frustration. "We had the best record in the league during the regular season, but we were eliminated 4-1 in the Eastern Conference Finals. To be honest, this was a frustrating thing, and it was far from the goal in my heart. I believe I will always remember this. This series has become an experience that spurs me to grow."

When the reporter interviewed Lu Yong and relayed Tom Thibodeau's original words to him, Lu Yong smiled and replied: "Injuries are part of the game. Players don't get enough rest in the regular season. It will be easy to enter the playoffs." Injury. I always firmly believe that it is very important for a team to stay healthy if it wants to win the championship. Because I have experienced failure, I attach great importance to the health of the players."

The reporter asked again: "How do you evaluate this bull?"

"The Bulls are very strong, but I think they are weaker than in the regular season. I can't tell why, but that's the fact." Lu Yong shrugged.

The next day, the news that the 76ers eliminated the Bulls made headlines.

Lu Yong's popularity soared like a rocket. No one expected that he would actually lead the 76ers to the finals.

Fans have discussed Lu Yong's coaching level, and the final answer is that he is the best in history. Except that he is slightly younger, the honors he has received can already be compared with any famous coach.

In addition, many teams in the league have also become restless, trying to get in touch with Lu Yong through connections.

Lu Yong only signed a one-year contract with the 76ers in the summer. The contract expires at the end of this season. The management of each team wants to fight to see if they can get a reply from Lu Yong.

Even if the Lions ask for a sky-high annual salary for Lu Yong's next contract, it will be enough to benefit the team. This season's 76ers are the best example.

　There is another chapter in the evening, around 9 o'clock.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)