Basketball's No. 1 Anti-Fan

Chapter 268 "This is the last time you disrespect me"

After scoring the goal, Irving made a gun-stick celebration gesture, and the Quicken Loans Arena was once again filled with the cheers of fans.

Although Irving's stubbornness just now was speechless, his performance tonight was really surprising.

You should know that after hitting the three-pointer just now, Irving had already scored 10 points in a single quarter.

He is determined to steal the show tonight!
"Defend! Defend!"

The emotions of the fans at the scene were also fully aroused.

The Cavaliers' defensive enthusiasm on the court is increasing, and they have also achieved good defensive results.

As an inside player, Cunningham is inferior to TT in terms of size and confrontation, but he also has his own advantages: speed.

When the opponent does not use low-post offensive tactics, his speed allows him to provide faster assist defense, which is actually a good thing for the Cavaliers tonight.

The Lakers' tactics failed to work, Kobe failed to defuse the bomb after receiving the pass from James at the last moment, and the Lakers' offense was not able to continue.

This time the initiative was in the hands of the Cavaliers.

If they could score another three-pointer like they did just now, the score gap would widen immediately.

Just during the transition from offense to defense, a very interesting scene happened on the court.

Kobe was signaling something to James, and James was clearly resisting.

After the Cavaliers advanced to the frontcourt, everyone understood what Kobe and James were communicating.

Because Han Sen's defender changed from Jeremy Lin to James!

After seeing this matchup, not only did the people in the commentary booth laugh, but the fans at the scene also started to boo.

This classic counterpoint is truly the long-awaited one!
Han Sen was also amused. He signaled to move away and then chose to face the basket.

Although the current lineup on the field is more suitable for post-up offense, facing the basket is naturally also possible.

James' eyes were swaying left and right at this moment, and he felt very guilty.

It's not his fault. Anyone who has been treated like a stake time and time again would feel guilty.

But he didn't dare disobey Kobe's words.

Even though he usually competes with the media in this and that, if you really let him stand next to Jordan and Kobe, the 75 major events in "history" are the most realistic portrayal, he really stands like a minion.

Hansen quickly launched an attack, facing the frame, changing direction, passing James and heading for the basket.

Although the jerseys worn by Hansen and James have changed, the results remain unchanged.

Irving had just made a three-pointer, and the Lakers' defense was not tight enough at that time, so Hansen reached the basket in the blink of an eye.

James tried to chase Hansen from behind, but Hansen turned around and dunked without giving him any chance.

14 to 6, the score difference instantly reached 8 points.

Scott had no choice but to call a timeout.

During the timeout, Kobe pulled James aside to communicate.

Needless to say, it must have been the defensive round just now. It was normal that it couldn't be defended, but James let Hansen break through too easily, and the help defense had no time to get up.

James' expression was also very interesting. He looked like he was listening, but seemed not to be taking it in. He looked like a student being scolded by his teacher.

After the timeout, Kobe Bryant made a tough move and shot behind Tucker's back, but the shot was too late.

However, Varejao made a tip-in under the basket.

Bargnani performed well in other aspects, but the rebounding problem that ran through his entire career was unsolvable.

It's really hard to explain why a 2-foot-13 guy averages less than five rebounds per game in his career.

Hansen continued to hold the ball and hit James.

This time, James chose to shrink his defense.

When Han Sen broke through, he continued to retreat, and then when Han Sen made a sudden stop for the mid-range shot, he waved symbolically and turned around to prepare to collect the defensive rebound.

"Shh!"

There was no rebounding, but there was Kobe's death stare.

Only then did he realize that James had not heard a word he had said during the timeout.

James was in a good mood. He pretended not to see it and went to the backcourt to serve the ball quickly.

"Kenny, what you said just now was half right." Barkley couldn't help laughing after seeing this scene.

"It's really a choice, but for Kobe."

Barkley's words drew another round of cheerful laughter from the commentary booth.

This is truly the opposite of Tiangang.

But speaking of it, who could have thought before the game that Irving's performance tonight would be better than James'?
Kobe's breakthroughs continued to cause damage, and he began to breathe heavily.

Although he didn't have any physical problems at the start of the game, playing like this would quickly drain his energy.

At this time, the Lakers made a substitution, with Boozer replacing Frye.

Speaking of which, Boozer has a close relationship with the Cavaliers. He was the 2002th pick of the Cavaliers in 34. He performed well in the first two years as a rookie. In the summer of 2004, he reached a verbal agreement with the Cavaliers management. The Cavaliers gave up his third-year team contract option, and he signed a 6-year, $4100 million contract extension with the Cavaliers.

As a result, after the Cavaliers waived the player option in his contract, he went straight to the Jazz and signed a 6-year, $6100 million contract, thus escaping the situation.

Because Boozer is a completely free agent after the Cavaliers gave up his contract, the Cavaliers have no way to deal with him.

It can be said that before James, Boozer was the biggest traitor in the league.

Speaking of which, James was on the Cavaliers when Boozer rebelled. Perhaps this is the real reason why James verbally promised Gilbert but ended up joining the Heat?

Just like James likes to let rookies carry the team's shoes because of Ricky Davis, is this another kind of inheritance?
The Lakers sent the ball out from the sideline, Boozer received the ball in the low post and played against Cunningham, then broke through to the basket and scored on the rebound.

Hansen continued to pass the ball, but unfortunately this time Bargnani did not seize the three-point opportunity.

The rebound was secured by James.

Boozer turned around and continued to play Cunningham in the low post, hitting his signature fadeaway jump shot.

After Boozer came on, he scored 4 points in a row, helping the Lakers narrow the score to 12 to 16.

As a student from the Eastern Conference, Hansen is also very familiar with Boozer, who used his mid-range shots to defeat Yao Ming when he played for the Jazz.

He left the Jazz in the summer of 2010 to join the Bulls and played very well, averaging 13.7 points and 8.3 rebounds per game last season.

However, after his contract expired in the summer, he did not get a contract extension from the Bulls, and eventually chose to join the Lakers.

Judging from his performance in the past period of time, he still has gas in the tank.

This also made Scott's adjustments effective.

In this Cavaliers lineup, Cunningham's low post is a breakthrough point. The Lakers can't defend Hansen, so forcing Cunningham off the court can achieve the same effect.

After Hansen held the ball in the frontcourt again, he called on Cunningham to play a pick-and-roll.

The main reason why Boozer was abandoned by the Bulls was that he became a sieve on the defensive end as he got older.

It's easy to play against James, and it's even easier to play against Boozer.

James didn't want to defend Hansen in the first place, so when he saw Cunningham's pick-and-roll, he was blocked.

Boozer knew he couldn't keep up with Hansen's breakthrough pace, so he kept retreating on defense.

Han Sen seized the opportunity and made a quick stop mid-range shot.

But what happened next was something no one expected.

James, who had been blocked by Cunningham, actually pushed Cunningham directly towards Hansen.

Pushing teammates to defend is no longer enough for James, he wants to shoot from behind!
Cunningham was caught off guard and lost control of his body and bumped into Hansen, but Hansen still made the shot after being bumped.

The referee's whistle sounded immediately, and it was a 2+1.

Although James' defensive style was innovative, he did not escape the referee's whistle.

James spread his hands to explain to the referee, but it did not change the penalty. This scene was projected on the LED screen, which attracted boos from the audience.

Hansen went to the free throw line.

"Isn't it stressful to play with LeBron?" Hansen repeated Kobe's words before the game started, and in front of James.

As a veteran who has played with James, his words are irrefutable.

Kobe's expression at this moment was very interesting. According to his personality, he should be angry, but he was so upset by James's consecutive actions that he couldn't get emotional anymore.

So his final reaction was just to purse his lips and turn his head.

"Don't be angry, it was your own choice." However, Han Sen's finishing blow directly stabbed Kobe's heart.

If Kobe doesn't agree, even if Nike wants to make a move, James won't be able to go to the Lakers.

Black fan value +10.

Kobe was still enraged.

After Hansen made the free throw, he turned around with the ball and signaled to move away from Tucker, then changed direction and broke through into the inside.

But when he got to the inside, Han Sen's backup defense had already arrived.

Han Sen is not the kind of person who only flirts but does not take responsibility.

Kobe's shot finally went out of the frame due to Hansen's interference.

After grabbing the rebound, Hansen quickly ran down the court with the ball, dribbled behind his back to avoid James's defense, advanced to midfield and passed the ball to Irving.

After receiving the ball, Irving went to the frontcourt, glanced at Han Sen behind him, and threw the ball directly towards the backboard against Jeremy Lin.

When he's having fun, he can also pass the ball well!
Han Sen jumped into the air, caught the rebounding ball and did a windmill slam dunk.

The two are warming up for the dunk contest!
This immediately got the fans at the Quicken Loans Arena excited, with whistles and cheers ringing out one after another.

12:21.

The momentum that Boozer had just stopped for the Lakers seemed to be collapsing again in an instant.

Scott had no choice but to call another timeout.

Owen reached out his hand and high-fived Hansen, looking quite excited.

After the timeout, both sides started rotating.

Kobe and Hansen were both substituted off the court for rest, and James and Irving led the team on the court.

Arriving at the familiar off-peak travel time, James finally found an opportunity, broke into the paint, drew a foul, and got two free throws.

James went to the free throw line and the fans began to boo.

It was at this time that Irving made an unexpected move.

He waved his hands directly at the fans, signaling them to boo louder.

Then the boos doubled.

Han Sen was amused by this scene.

James was stunned for a moment, then turned around and saw Irving's actions, his face turned pale.

His mentality was affected and his first free throw hit the rim and went out.

Fortunately, he seized the opportunity in the second free throw and finally scored the first point of the night.

However, just after he finished the free throw, Irving turned around and made a three-pointer with Hawes in a hand-to-hand pick-and-roll.

This was his 13th point in the first quarter tonight, the highest score of the game.

Irving turned his head towards James and shouted while retreating:
"You can't defend me at all!"

He really competed with James tonight.

James was also irritated. After he reached the frontcourt, he screened for Blake, then leaned against Irving and reached out for the ball.

If I can’t beat Han Sen, can I still beat you, Owen?
The two men's body sizes are not at the same level at all, but what no one expected was that Irving, who was already a little excited, didn't even wait for James to exert any strength, and actually poked the ball in James' hand out of bounds.

This made Owen so excited that he patted his chest and roared.

After seeing this scene, Han Sen stood up and applauded Owen.

Defense has always been Irving's weak point, but it is obvious that Irving tonight is not Irving, but the God Irving!
James' pent-up anger finally erupted at this moment. He turned around and pushed Irving away, then yelled at Irving:
"This is the last time. This is the last time you disrespect me!"

His action stunned Owen and also made Hansen laugh.

He still loves to mention respect.

Owen turned around and saw Han Sen's reaction, then he started laughing too.

"Aren't you going to call a foul on him?" He then looked at the referee. James had just pushed him.

The referee didn't blow the whistle. James' emotions were a little out of control. If he was called for a foul again and was sent off, they would be scolded.

After all, the Christmas battle needs highlights, and none of these core characters can be missing.

The Lakers sent a sideline ball, James received the ball and asked Boozer to set a pick-and-roll, then chose a mid-range shot.

The choice of this shot was unexpected. Hawes did not dive out, and James successfully scored the first goal of the night.

After scoring the goal, James seemed extremely excited. He found the position of the camera, stretched out his right hand, showed a domineering look on his face, and made a strong celebration gesture.

If you are a fan who doesn't watch the live broadcast and only watches the highlights, you will definitely think that he played very domineeringly tonight.

Irving controlled the ball and advanced to the frontcourt, calling on Johnson to play a pick-and-roll.

The Lakers' strategy was to double-team, but Irving once again demonstrated his speed and accelerated through the double-team.

However, what was slightly different from the previous situation was that this time he broke through in the direction of James.

This gave James an opportunity.

Chasing blocks and the like are his specialties.

He took aim at Irving's layup, leaped forward, and headed straight for the basketball.

But he clearly didn't know enough about Irving's skills.

Kyrie Irving is best at avoiding blocks.

He switched the ball from his right hand to his left hand in the air in an almost playful manner, then glided and completed another pull-up jelly layup.

Cheers rang out again.

Unlike all his previous goals, Irving's goal was intended to tease James from the beginning.

The more respect James wants, the less he gives it.

Rebellious teenager!
And this is not the most exciting part. The most exciting part is that after scoring and landing, Irving looked back at James and spread his hands.

Owen did it too!
And obviously, this is the same as Han Sen's spreading hands.

He obviously learned bad things from Han Sen!
This time the cheers at the scene exploded.

James' emotions completely lost control and he pushed Irving to the ground.

The referee couldn't ignore it and called a first-degree flagrant foul on James.

Seeing this, Scott quickly replaced James and calmed down.

Irving, who was pushed down, was pulled up from the ground by his teammates, with a smile on his face.

The cheers at the scene turned into whistles and heckling.

Han Sen also looked up at the scoreboard at this time.

15 to 26, the score difference has reached double digits.

It seems... there's no need for him to take action tonight.

(End of this chapter)