Chapter 12: The Critical Moment! An Attack and Defense That Decides the Outcome
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The two Yangs looked at each other, and saw disbelief in each other's eyes.
Jiang Chen's performance just now...is simply comparable to that of a superstar!
"To be honest, Jiang Chen's performance reminded me of Michael Jordan!"
Yang Jian smiled bitterly, feeling a sense of unreality.
After being silent for a season, Jiang Chen exploded in this game...too fierce!
"I thought he was a role player who suddenly exploded, but I didn't expect him to turn himself into the team's trump card."
"With his physical talent, dribbling ability, offensive ability, and explosive power, he is even better than Michael Jordan!"
Yang Yi exclaimed.
"It's totally unimaginable. In a few rounds, Jiang Chen's performance made me feel like he was not a human being."
Yang Jianyou said that he no longer knew what words to use to express his emotions.
"Now, I am already looking forward to his future career!"
"Based on the fighting power shown by Jiang Chen in this game, the championship balance has already tilted towards the Lakers."
"It's not that the Celtics don't have the strength, it's just that they're unlucky."
Yang Yi said, with wisdom in his eyes.
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"Explosive! Is this still Jiang Sanfen? Isn't he only good at shooting three-pointers? Why is he so good at dribbling, rebounding, and attacking independently?"
"With this ability, it's a shame if he doesn't become the trump card of a team."
"I hope that after this game, the Lakers can reuse Jiang Sanfen!"
"If Jiang Sanfen is still allowed to be the water dispenser manager, then the head coach is really blind."
"There is no suspense in this game. Although the Celtics are still leading by 2 points, I think the Lakers will definitely make a comeback."
"So, we can see videos of pretty girls in bikinis?"
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"Please wait a moment, I am filming a video..."
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On the stadium.
The Celtics attack.
Rondo dribbled into the restricted area and passed the ball to Ray Allen who was cutting in.
At the critical moment, Ray Allen withstood the pressure and made a steady jump shot, scoring 2 points.
The score difference widened to 4 points.
After scoring this time, he did not dare to provoke Jiang Chen like before. He just roared and turned back to defend.
The atmosphere in the stadium was extremely tense.
What will be the final outcome of the game?
The outcome will soon be known.
The Lakers attack.
Jiang Chen received the ball from the baseline, broke through the double-team of Pierce and Rondo, broke into the restricted area, and completed a difficult mid-air folding pull-up layup against Garnett.
The irregular style of play is elegant and free, yet extremely domineering.
The Celtics continued to fight back.
Pierce went around the top of the arc, received the basketball outside the three-point line, and prepared to single out Jiang Chen.
Although facing Jiang Chen's defense, his statistics were 0 of 4 shots and 0 points.
But at this most critical moment, as the team's star player and top scorer, he should step up to take over the game and shoulder the responsibility of the team's offense.
Pierce changed directions continuously, preparing to break through.
Jiang Chen activated the skill [Tomoki Tsukawa's Strongest Wall], and combined with the ZONE state, his defensive ability was raised to a higher level.
Choose the right time.
Directly steal the ball!
Bang!
Clean, neat and crisp.
"WTF?"
Pierce was frowning and felt a little regretful.
I shouldn't have played against Jiang Chen!
It was not until this moment that he suddenly realized that the defensive ability of this Chinese rookie was greatly underestimated.
This fatal mistake of mine might very well ruin the game!
He turned around and chased after him, trying to make up for his mistake.
But there was no sign of Jiang Chen. He had already rushed to the front court and completed a layup with big strides.
98:98!
Tie the score.
The stadium fell silent again.
This was the nth time in this game that there was absolute silence.
Jiang Chen turned into a silencer in the stadium, making nearly 20,000 people at the scene feel despair.
beep!
Rivers was sweating profusely and called the team's last timeout of the game.
"Guys, on offense we try to get the ball into the paint and pass it to Garnett, or pass it to Perkins under the basket."
"Don't shoot three-pointers from the outside, and don't challenge Jiang Chen's defense."
"This damn Chinese rookie has been hiding his strength."
Rivers roared.
The Celtics' biggest failure in this game was underestimating the strength of this Chinese rookie.
If they could double-team Jiang Chen when he made three or four three-pointers in a row, perhaps the game wouldn't have ended up like this.
A 33-point lead!
It was just smoothed over.
I am so miserable now and it is too late to regret.
"In the last defensive match, the Lakers will definitely hand the ball to Jiang Chen, and Jiang Chen is now full of confidence and will definitely choose to play one-on-one."
"So, we fully defended Jiang Chen's three-point shot and tried to force him into the restricted area."
"If he shoots a floater or a layup, just foul him! I'd rather let him shoot free throws than let him score a goal!"
"Success or failure depends on this one move! Come on!"
Rivers said passionately as he completed the final tactical arrangements.
The next 33 seconds will depend on the performance of the players...
On the other side, the Lakers bench.
Phil stared at the players and said briefly: "Give the ball to Jiang Chen!"
Is there any more effective tactic than this?
The players nodded without any doubt.
Even Kobe placed all his hopes on Jiang Chen at this time.
Jiang Chen gained Kobe's trust and respect with his magical performance.
Pause back.
The Celtics attack.
Rondo played pick-and-roll with Perkins, broke through the restricted area and pretended to pass the ball to Perkins who was following up.
However, the basketball spun in his hand, and with a flick of his wrist, it flew in another direction.
Garnett received the basketball and made a direct jump shot.
Swish!
Hit.
98:100!
The Celtics once again took a 2-point lead.
The audience cheered wildly, venting the emotions that had been suppressed by Jiang Chen.
How about catching up with the 33-point gap?
Now, the Celtics have one foot in the championship door.
As long as we succeed in defense once more, we can win the championship!
There are 24 seconds left until the end of the game.
Phil did not call a timeout, but let the players solve the problem on the court.
Jiang Chen received the ball from the baseline and dribbled across half court.
Kobe, Fisher and others all moved to the corner, giving Jiang Chen plenty of space for one-on-one play.
Fans around the world who were watching the live broadcast of the game held their breath.
This was the final attack that decided the outcome.
How will Jiang Chen handle this?