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Chapter 147 The Rhythm of the Competition

On March 3, the Warriors once again crushed the Wizards at 30:110 in an away game, ushering in a nine-game winning streak.

On the second day, they played back-to-back against the No. 76 76ers in the Eastern Conference. The [-]ers made a big deal after the All-Star Game, using the main center Theo Ratliff and Tony Kukoc, who did not adapt to the role, from the Hawks. Dikembe-Mutombo.

In this way, they also formed a combination of the league's strongest offensive spear and the league's strongest defensive shield, that is, the combination of scoring champion and rebounding champion.

But even in exchange for Mutombo, in terms of scoring, Iverson still feels like the entire 76ers.

Being able to defend Iverson can limit the offense of the 76ers, but no team in the league has a clear answer to this question. Even if Zhang Chen defends the opponent, the effect is not very good. This game is Larry Hughes. The main defense, so that Zhang Chen can focus on offense. More precisely, if Larry Hughes can’t do these things, it would be a waste of resources. In the 76ers’ defense, Dikembe Mutombo is the kind of help defense super bull As a center forward, his breakthrough style of play is limited.

Even if Larry Hughes was described as a big Iverson at the beginning, in fact it is still difficult for him to keep up with the opponent's footsteps. It is really not easy to limit that small man.

At 95:102, the Warriors' ten-game winning streak was broken. Only Iverson could defeat Zhang Chen's team with a single-core offense.

The competition enters the final month, the last ten games.

At this time, only the ninth-ranked Timberwolves can make an impact on the top eight in the Western Conference. The more dangerous ones are the Trail Blazers who have suffered injuries and are in a somewhat unstable situation, and the Suns who are somewhat lacking in stamina.

As for the East, the top eight positions are basically settled at this time.

The first opponent in April was the Pistons, and the Warriors also showed their strength, beating their opponents 104:87.

Back at home, they met the second-ranked Bucks in the Eastern Conference. In the final game, apart from the Bucks, there were still four games against the top eight teams in the Western Conference. On the eve of the end of the regular season, the Warriors were not easy.

At this critical moment, they don't want to lose a game. The old guard Blaylock has not played in his previous state since his return. When he meets an offensive point guard, it is a perfect rhythm. In order to win the game, they can only Put Zhang Chen in the point guard position again.

Fortunately, the Bucks are a purely outside team. Even if the Warriors' inside rebounding ability is weakened again, it is not a big problem.

Larry Hughes defended Sam Cassell, Jamison faced Glenn Robinson, and Zhang Chen still faced his old opponent Ray Allen.

The Warriors won the ball in the opening game. Unsurprisingly, Ray Allen posted Zhang Chen just after halftime. In fact, this guy's defense is also good, but he is not aggressive enough. On the court, Ray Allen's There is nothing to be picky about in terms of technical and psychological quality. Even if he lacks a ruthless spirit, his leadership career is doomed to be not so successful.

Zhang Chen leaned against Ray Allen to catch the ball, then turned around, faced the opponent and suddenly launched a breakthrough towards the baseline. He came to the opponent's side with one step, squeezed his body, and the space came out. He pulled up and shot the ball. Enter.

This is his advantage. He has a body and can shoot. It is actually very simple to create space when facing defenders. If he does not get distracted by things like defensive organization, his scoring ability will not be worse than Iverson.

The Bucks made their first offense and handed the ball to Ray Allen after halfcourt.

Ray Allen started dribbling the ball to Zhang Chen, intending to compete head-on.

He has arrogance in his heart, and he doesn't think he is inferior to Zhang Chen in his heart, but every time he confronts, including in the All-Star three-point contest, he is at a disadvantage, which makes him very uncomfortable, and he must be defeated , in your own way.

Lightning shots after changing directions, this is Ray Allen's magic weapon for playing with the ball. He is not a pitcher, and his ability to create opportunities is very good. This level is not an opportunity for most pitchers in the league, but That's enough for Jean.

"What?" Ray Allen couldn't believe that the ball was disturbed.

Most of the defenders couldn't react to the ball, which doesn't mean Zhang Chen couldn't either.

Zhang Chen is also very familiar with Ray Allen's routines. This ball also judged the opponent's choice in advance, and with his super fast bounce speed, he successfully caught the basketball.

But the basketball that bounced out of the basket was grabbed by Glenn Robinson and the shot was made.

For rebound protection, the Warriors must learn a lesson.

Dampier quickly served the baseline ball, Jamison caught the ball and threw it directly to Zhang Chen, Zhang Chen quickly pushed forward, reached the opponent's front court and made a cross step to break through, which attracted the attention of the opponent's three defenders, he threw the ball to the side On the first delivery, Larry Hughes dunked the ball at the start.

The Bucks retreated quite quickly, but their defense became messed up as soon as Zhang Chen broke through. It can only be said that they have never been a good defensive team, and their current results are all based on offense.

In fact, in terms of staffing, the two teams are somewhat similar, except that the Warriors' defense is better, and Zhang Chen's personal ability is stronger at critical moments.

After being chased and beaten by the Warriors, the Bucks did not panic, they started their normal rhythm.

Cassell controlled the ball and let him judge when he was on his own, when to pass to Ray Allen, and when to pass to Glenn Robinson.

Larry Hughes' defensive task is very heavy. Cassell is not fast but has a very good rhythm. If the defense does not keep up, he can hit a jumper at any time, and he also has the ability to play with one hand behind him. Facing this Larry - Hughes is relatively disadvantaged.

But it is a little good that in this game, Larry Hughes' attack power can also be released more thoroughly.

Jamison and Glenn Robinson are relatively similar in physical fitness, and their offensive and defensive threats are similar. It depends on who plays better.

As for Ray Allen, Zhang Chen is sure to restrain the other party, not to mention the extent of the restriction, it will definitely make the other party less comfortable than usual.

"Cassell's step-back jumper, his rhythm is weird, and when the defender realizes it's a shot, he's already hit it."

"Jamison ran out of space, Zhang Chen's pass arrived in time, and he made a two-pointer."

"Ray Allen slipped over from the bottom line, caught the ball and made a quick shot to score. His shots were very stable, and he was not affected by Zhang Chen's previous successful defenses."

"After Zhang Chen broke through, Dampier received the ball and dunked it directly. The Bucks' inside defense is worse than the Warriors. The two teams are now compared to pure offense, and the pace of the game is also very fast."

With 2 minutes left before the end of the first half, the official timeout, the Warriors scored 60 points, and the Bucks also scored 56 points.

"Playing fast doesn't mean abandoning defense. Everyone should be more active and bring defense up. In the playoffs, we can't attack, defend, defend..." Zhang Chen repeatedly reminded his teammates of the importance of defense.

Because they played more fast breaks, the corresponding opponents also played more at the critical point of transition between offense and defense, which also caused the Warriors' defense to be weak.

"Run more aggressively. Even if we compare the running distance, we have to beat each other. In the playoffs, we should have such confidence, Larry, don't you think?"

"Of course, I will always stay in front of the opponent, and everyone must do it."

"Come on..." Everyone's fists were pressed together, and they re-entered the stage full of momentum.

It's not that Zhang Chen likes to worry about it. They won't meet the Bucks in the playoffs. If they don't strictly demand themselves, they may be used as backgrounds.

There are not many people on this team who have experience in the playoffs, so he must be stricter.

When he got to the court and saw Ray Allen looking serious next to him, he couldn't help but start talking again. Sometimes the game would feel a little boring without trash talk.

"Ray, why do you feel that you have a few shots today? You should be the boss of the team, right? Unfortunately, I thought you were the number one core. Tell me who is the number one core of your team. If you are on the defensive end There’s nothing I can’t get used to.”

The muscles on Ray Allen's face visibly moved. The fight between him and Glenn Robinson for the top spot was not just groundless, but he wouldn't be that stupid on the field.

"Zhang, can you stop talking so much useless." Ray Allen said contemptuously.

Zhang Chen didn't mind, "I never talk nonsense, let's see if your performance is useful."

While speaking, he had already received the ball, and he started quickly.

"I knew you were here..." Ray Allen also reacted extremely quickly, moved two steps sideways, and stood in front of Zhang Chen again.

"So what if you know." Just as the other party stopped, Zhang Chen started moving again, stopping and getting up abruptly. He showed superb skills and strong physical fitness.

Ray Allen moved again, but he was already a step slower. Zhang Chen got in as soon as he lowered his waist and completed a layup.

The combination of explosive power and skill, such an attack, Ray Allen can only sulk.

When Zhang Chen relies on his personal ability to fight strongly, that is when the Warriors lower their tempo and strengthen their defense.

The Bucks were a little unresponsive to the sudden change of rhythm. Glenn Robinson was flanked when he hit back, and his casual pass was cut off.

The Warriors can do this because of Zhang Chen's familiarity with the slow tempo. After all, he has played for the Heat for two years and is very good at slowing down the tempo. But the Bucks are different. When you get down, you can't keep up with the score.

Before the end of the first half, the Warriors made an effort to expand their 4-point advantage to 10 points at once.

Of course, the key is not the 10-point advantage. For a team with strong offensive power, 10 points only takes a few minutes, but the ability to control the game. The Warriors have achieved this. The characteristics of a strong team.

It is what they should do to win the game and meet the new journey in the best condition.

(End of this chapter)