Chapter 423: First round match against the Mavericks
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Wo Yao Huo Le
The time came to the evening of the second day.
The Staples Center, which had been quiet for many days, finally became lively again.
Fans entered the venue early and the entire auditorium was packed.
The attendance rate reached an astonishing 100%.
At many times this season, the Lakers' attendance has been sold out.
If you want to watch their game live, you need to grab tickets in advance.
In fact, before Qin Xiao came, the Lakers' attendance rate was not low.
After all, this is Los Angeles, and Kobe's influence has attracted a large number of fans.
After Qin Xiao arrived, the attendance rate was out of control.
On the other hand, it is rare for other teams to have all the seats filled for a game.
I have to say that Aunt Jenny really found a treasure.
In the past two years, the Lakers have also made a lot of money.
It is quite rare for the two most popular players in the league to be on the same team.
There is less than an hour left before the game starts.
Since it was the first playoff game, the Lakers also arranged a series of pre-game performances for the fans.
The management specially invited several well-known singers.
A short concert was held abruptly before the game.
It was also very spectacular to have thousands of people singing in unison throughout the arena.
At the same time, the two teams were making pre-game arrangements in the locker rooms backstage.
The visiting team's locker room.
Coach Carlisle held the tactical board and made gestures on it.
Mainly deploying some offensive tactics and not specifically arranging defense.
Because he feels that the Lakers' offense has no blind spots and it is almost impossible to guard them.
So instead of studying how to defend the Lakers, it's better to study how to maximize your offense.
"Dirk, you are a key factor for us in this series."
"Most of the game, you're going to be facing Pau Gasol."
"That guy's style of play is soft, so you shouldn't have a big problem dealing with him."
Carlisle told Nowitzki.
This is probably one of the few matchup advantages the Mavericks can find.
King Nuo's strength is indeed superior to Gasol.
Other than that, it's Monta Ellis, it just depends on who he plays against.
Even if he had an advantage, it wouldn't be very big.
King Nuo Tian nodded: "I know how to deal with it, and I will try my best to create pressure on them."
"But I need everyone's help."
His meaning is also very obvious, which is to tell other teammates to stand up and bear the pressure together.
If he only relied on him, he would never be able to defeat the Lakers.
On the other side, in the locker room of the home team.
"Today is the first game of the playoffs, and I ask you to show the most serious attitude."
"Although the Dallas Mavericks are not strong, they must not be taken lightly."
"Especially inside, they will attack mainly with Dirk."
"Paul, all you have to do is contain him."
"Hassan, you need to support Paul at all times and pay attention to the timing of assisting in defense."
"As long as they can block Dirk's offensive point, their danger on the offensive end will be greatly reduced."
"As for Monta, leave it to Kobe."
"For the championship, you have to work harder."
According to the normal matchup, Jordan Farmar should defend Monta Ellis.
But Mustache feels that it is more reliable to let Kobe Bryant defend.
After a while, players from both sides came out to warm up before the game.
The reporter had already prepared the pre-game interview and immediately approached the Mavericks coach.
"Coach Carlisle, tonight you will start this season's playoff journey at the home court of the Los Angeles Lakers."
"In the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers completed three consecutive victories against you."
"So do you think this will cause a certain psychological burden for you?"
Coach Carlisle responded immediately: "You said it was the regular season record, but that doesn't mean anything."
"Any fan who understands penalty kicks knows that the regular season and the playoffs are not the same concept at all."
"I would say, even if they win everything in the regular season, everything starts from scratch in the playoffs."
"All in all, I have enough confidence in my players."
"I believe they can perform well."
The reporter continued: "Then do you think you have a chance to win the Lakers?"
When asked this question, Coach Carlisle hesitated for a moment.
But from this hesitation, we can see his true inner thoughts.
In fact, he also knew that the probability of winning against the Lakers was low, but he still refused to give in.
"You know, the NBA has always been a place full of miracles."
"As long as it's a game, there's no absolute."
"Everyone has a chance to advance to the next round, and of course we have a chance too!"
After finishing the interview with him, the reporter came to the mustache again.
"Coach D'Antoni, your playoff journey starts tonight."
"In a sense, this is the beginning of your road to defending your title."
"Last season, you almost reached the finals with a sweep."
“Do you think you can still do it this season?”
Mustache said calmly: "I think it all depends on whether we want to do it or not."
“There is nothing we can’t do if we want to.”
“Everyone can see our performance in the regular season.”
"When we wanted to break our franchise winning streak, we did it."
"Then when we wanted to beat the best record in history, we did it again."
"So as long as we want to sweep across, we can do the same!"
Mustache’s answer was so confident.
It seems that the Mavericks are not taken seriously at all.
If Carlisle knew that he said this, his lungs would probably explode with anger!
……
A few minutes later, the pre-match warm-up ended and the starting lineups of both sides played.
The Mavericks start.
Point Guard: Monta Ellis
Shooting Guard: Vince Carter
Small Forward: Shawn Marion
Power Forward: Dirk Nowitzki
Center: Samuel Dalembert
……
The Lakers start.
Point Guard: Jordan Farmar
Shooting Guard: Kobe Bryant
Small Forward: Qin Xiao
Power Forward: Pau Gasol
Center: Hassan Whiteside
"Beep."
The opening whistle blows and the game officially begins!
Both sides perform a jump ball in the middle circle.
Great White Edge VS Dalembert
The two took off at the same time, and Dabai Bian successfully grabbed the ball.
The Los Angeles Lakers launched the first offense of the game.
Qin Xiao leisurely held the ball through half the court.
The player he plays against tonight is Shawn Marion, nicknamed 'The Hack'.
This was also a former NBA All-Star player, but now he has declined.
Qin Xiao waved his hand and motioned for his teammates to pull away.
The first goal in the playoffs must be scored by him!
After Qin Xiao lowered his center of gravity, he immediately launched a breakthrough.
Facing veteran Marion, he didn't even use 'super high-speed dribbling'.
Because he felt that this was a bit too bullying.
It's just that he can still achieve breakthroughs by relying on his own abilities.
Qin Xiao quickly changed direction and passed Marion cleanly in one step.
The next second, he kicked off the ground inside the free throw line.
Across Dalembert was a powerful tomahawk dunk!
The Staples Center, which had been quiet for many days, finally became lively again.
Fans entered the venue early and the entire auditorium was packed.
The attendance rate reached an astonishing 100%.
At many times this season, the Lakers' attendance has been sold out.
If you want to watch their game live, you need to grab tickets in advance.
In fact, before Qin Xiao came, the Lakers' attendance rate was not low.
After all, this is Los Angeles, and Kobe's influence has attracted a large number of fans.
After Qin Xiao arrived, the attendance rate was out of control.
On the other hand, it is rare for other teams to have all the seats filled for a game.
I have to say that Aunt Jenny really found a treasure.
In the past two years, the Lakers have also made a lot of money.
It is quite rare for the two most popular players in the league to be on the same team.
There is less than an hour left before the game starts.
Since it was the first playoff game, the Lakers also arranged a series of pre-game performances for the fans.
The management specially invited several well-known singers.
A short concert was held abruptly before the game.
It was also very spectacular to have thousands of people singing in unison throughout the arena.
At the same time, the two teams were making pre-game arrangements in the locker rooms backstage.
The visiting team's locker room.
Coach Carlisle held the tactical board and made gestures on it.
Mainly deploying some offensive tactics and not specifically arranging defense.
Because he feels that the Lakers' offense has no blind spots and it is almost impossible to guard them.
So instead of studying how to defend the Lakers, it's better to study how to maximize your offense.
"Dirk, you are a key factor for us in this series."
"Most of the game, you're going to be facing Pau Gasol."
"That guy's style of play is soft, so you shouldn't have a big problem dealing with him."
Carlisle told Nowitzki.
This is probably one of the few matchup advantages the Mavericks can find.
King Nuo's strength is indeed superior to Gasol.
Other than that, it's Monta Ellis, it just depends on who he plays against.
Even if he had an advantage, it wouldn't be very big.
King Nuo Tian nodded: "I know how to deal with it, and I will try my best to create pressure on them."
"But I need everyone's help."
His meaning is also very obvious, which is to tell other teammates to stand up and bear the pressure together.
If he only relied on him, he would never be able to defeat the Lakers.
On the other side, in the locker room of the home team.
"Today is the first game of the playoffs, and I ask you to show the most serious attitude."
"Although the Dallas Mavericks are not strong, they must not be taken lightly."
"Especially inside, they will attack mainly with Dirk."
"Paul, all you have to do is contain him."
"Hassan, you need to support Paul at all times and pay attention to the timing of assisting in defense."
"As long as they can block Dirk's offensive point, their danger on the offensive end will be greatly reduced."
"As for Monta, leave it to Kobe."
"For the championship, you have to work harder."
According to the normal matchup, Jordan Farmar should defend Monta Ellis.
But Mustache feels that it is more reliable to let Kobe Bryant defend.
After a while, players from both sides came out to warm up before the game.
The reporter had already prepared the pre-game interview and immediately approached the Mavericks coach.
"Coach Carlisle, tonight you will start this season's playoff journey at the home court of the Los Angeles Lakers."
"In the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers completed three consecutive victories against you."
"So do you think this will cause a certain psychological burden for you?"
Coach Carlisle responded immediately: "You said it was the regular season record, but that doesn't mean anything."
"Any fan who understands penalty kicks knows that the regular season and the playoffs are not the same concept at all."
"I would say, even if they win everything in the regular season, everything starts from scratch in the playoffs."
"All in all, I have enough confidence in my players."
"I believe they can perform well."
The reporter continued: "Then do you think you have a chance to win the Lakers?"
When asked this question, Coach Carlisle hesitated for a moment.
But from this hesitation, we can see his true inner thoughts.
In fact, he also knew that the probability of winning against the Lakers was low, but he still refused to give in.
"You know, the NBA has always been a place full of miracles."
"As long as it's a game, there's no absolute."
"Everyone has a chance to advance to the next round, and of course we have a chance too!"
After finishing the interview with him, the reporter came to the mustache again.
"Coach D'Antoni, your playoff journey starts tonight."
"In a sense, this is the beginning of your road to defending your title."
"Last season, you almost reached the finals with a sweep."
“Do you think you can still do it this season?”
Mustache said calmly: "I think it all depends on whether we want to do it or not."
“There is nothing we can’t do if we want to.”
“Everyone can see our performance in the regular season.”
"When we wanted to break our franchise winning streak, we did it."
"Then when we wanted to beat the best record in history, we did it again."
"So as long as we want to sweep across, we can do the same!"
Mustache’s answer was so confident.
It seems that the Mavericks are not taken seriously at all.
If Carlisle knew that he said this, his lungs would probably explode with anger!
……
A few minutes later, the pre-match warm-up ended and the starting lineups of both sides played.
The Mavericks start.
Point Guard: Monta Ellis
Shooting Guard: Vince Carter
Small Forward: Shawn Marion
Power Forward: Dirk Nowitzki
Center: Samuel Dalembert
……
The Lakers start.
Point Guard: Jordan Farmar
Shooting Guard: Kobe Bryant
Small Forward: Qin Xiao
Power Forward: Pau Gasol
Center: Hassan Whiteside
"Beep."
The opening whistle blows and the game officially begins!
Both sides perform a jump ball in the middle circle.
Great White Edge VS Dalembert
The two took off at the same time, and Dabai Bian successfully grabbed the ball.
The Los Angeles Lakers launched the first offense of the game.
Qin Xiao leisurely held the ball through half the court.
The player he plays against tonight is Shawn Marion, nicknamed 'The Hack'.
This was also a former NBA All-Star player, but now he has declined.
Qin Xiao waved his hand and motioned for his teammates to pull away.
The first goal in the playoffs must be scored by him!
After Qin Xiao lowered his center of gravity, he immediately launched a breakthrough.
Facing veteran Marion, he didn't even use 'super high-speed dribbling'.
Because he felt that this was a bit too bullying.
It's just that he can still achieve breakthroughs by relying on his own abilities.
Qin Xiao quickly changed direction and passed Marion cleanly in one step.
The next second, he kicked off the ground inside the free throw line.
Across Dalembert was a powerful tomahawk dunk!
