Chapter 29 Ray Allen Explodes! Let Jiang Chen Be the Main Defender?
The last two minutes of the first half.
The Celtics' offense stagnated.
The Lakers, led by Jiang Chen, launched a counterattack.
The first half of the game is over.
The score is 62:62.
Both sides are on the same starting line.
After the exciting first half, the fans were still nervous and didn't even bother to watch the cheerleading performance on the court. They were all anxiously waiting for the start of the second half.
The long halftime break is finally over.
The tiebreaker entered a turbulent second half.
Just beginning.
Ray Allen was in great form, hitting three consecutive three-pointers from the same position, once again helping the Celtics to a 9-point lead.
Just like in Game 6 of the series, the Celtics had a tendency to win the game in one go.
"Ray Allen also broke out. He has made 6 three-pointers in this game, only one less than Jiang Chen."
Barkley said excitedly.
Being able to see two three-point shooters exchanging three-pointers in a tiebreaker is an unprecedented visual enjoyment.
"It seems that Ray Allen is also secretly competing with Jiang Chen! As the league's recognized strongest three-point shooter, how can he watch Jiang Chen act so recklessly in front of him?"
Reggie Miller said, the blood in his body completely burning.
This is not only a game to determine who will win the championship, but perhaps also a game to determine who is the best three-point shooter in the league.
On the court.
Seeing that the situation was not right, Phil quickly called a timeout.
"Kobe, you have to find a way to limit Ray Allen. His three-point shot is a huge threat to us."
Phil said seriously.
"Sorry, coach, that was my mistake. Damn Ray Allen, his shooting was so hot."
Kobe said harshly, his tone also revealing helplessness.
He tried his best to defend, but still let Ray Allen seize the opportunity to make those three-pointers.
This is very demoralizing.
Phil frowned.
Kobe is already the strongest defensive player in the team and has been selected to the NBA's All-Defensive Team for many consecutive years.
If even Kobe can't limit Ray Allen, then the game will be difficult to play.
Fortunately, Pierce didn't have much to show for himself, otherwise the game would have been like Game 6, with the gap widened to 20 or even 30 points!
etc!
Phil suddenly had an idea and turned his attention to Jiang Chen.
After being defended by Jiang Chen, Pierce's offensive performance plummeted.
But it is clear that Jiang Chen has no defensive ability!
His skinny body had no ability to fight and his speed couldn't keep up with those top athletes.
But with the explosion of three-pointers in the last game, has the defense also come to its senses?
This is a bit weird.
But now we can only try our best to save the situation.
"Jiang, if I ask you to defend against Lei Allen, do you have the confidence to restrain him?"
Phil Jackson asked tentatively.
"Of course! I'll make Ray Allen incapable of taking care of himself."
Jiang Chen said very confidently.
The teammates all looked at Jiang Chen in surprise.
Do you still dare to brag at this time?
Kobe, the best defender in the league, couldn't stop the explosive Ray Allen. How did you get the confidence to defend against Ray Allen who couldn't take care of himself?
Even though he is good at shooting three-pointers, he can't just lie!
Everyone looked at him with questioning eyes, even Kobe looked at him with a cold face.
"Okay! After the timeout, you will be the main defender against Ray Allen."
Phil said, with a slight smile on his face, and began to look forward to whether this Chinese undrafted player could bring more surprises.
At the same time, I also want to confirm my guess.
Is Pierce's poor performance related to Jiang Chen's defense?
Um??
The players were confused again.
It would be fine if Jiang Chen was just bragging himself, but how come even the coach joined in the fun?
Hello.
Are you kidding me?
This is the seventh game that determines the championship!
Is this such a joke?
The Celtics bench on the other side.
Rivers roared loudly: "Try to pass the ball to Ray Allen and let his three-pointer kill this game!"
....
The pause is over.
The players returned to the court with doubts.
Jiang Chen ran directly to Ray Allen, while Kobe ran to Pierce.
"Oh? We see that Jiang Chen is now in charge of defending Lei Allen!"
"Even Kobe can't be defended, does Phil expect an undrafted player to limit Ray Allen?"
"Although Jiang Chen's three-point shooting ability is amazing, it's a bit ridiculous to expect his defensive ability to surpass Kobe."
Reggie Miller said with some surprise.
In the pre-match preparations, he looked up a lot of information about Jiang Chen. Apart from three-point shooting, he had no special skills. Regarding Jiang Chen's defensive ability, there was only one word to describe it - poor!
"But Jiang Chen completely restricted Pierce! I think his defense against Ray Allen is worth looking forward to."
Barkley said.
He is well aware that Jiang Chen's contribution on the defensive end has been completely overlooked due to his amazing performance on three-pointers.
"Isn't it that Pierce himself is in poor condition? What does this have to do with Jiang Chen's defense?"
Reggie Miller still expressed doubts.
"Dude, don't use scouting reports or anything like that to evaluate Jiang Chen!"
"Before the game, did you expect him to shoot three-pointers on the mid-court logo? Did you expect him to dribble with three fingers, and do it so well?"
Barkley said, his tone very firm.
Reggie Miller was silent, not knowing how to answer for a moment.
It seems that this Chinese undrafted player always performs unexpectedly and beyond expectations on the court.
What about this time?
...
On the stadium.
Ray Allen tilted his mouth and showed a proud expression.
"You come to defend me? Are the Lakers giving up this game?"
Ray Allen said disdainfully.
"No! On the contrary, we are ready to win this game."
Jiang Chen did not show any weakness and responded sharply.
"Haha, let me send you home with a three-point shot!"
Ray Allen said, full of confidence.
"On the next possession, I'm going to hit a three-pointer with the center logo on your head!"
Jiang Chen said lightly.
"Don't even think about it! I will never give you this chance."
Ray Allen gnashed his teeth and said, this Chinese undrafted player is really too arrogant, he is simply arrogant!
Is it amazing to be able to shoot a three-pointer from the mid-line logo?
It's just a show of skill, not practical at all!
"Dude! You have to be careful. The defense of this undrafted Chinese player is weird. I have a chance to shoot every time, but I just can't make the shot."
Pierce said somewhat depressedly, and came over to remind his comrades.
Ray Allen gave Uncle Pi a sidelong glance.
It seems to say:
Man, you blame the opponent's defense for your own poor performance?
Although this is a crucial tiebreaker, there is no need to excuse yourself like this...
Celtics offensive round.
Rondo broke into the restricted area according to the coach's tactics, and then passed the ball to Ray Allen who ran to the 45-degree angle on the right in time.
Looking at Jiang Chen who was defending him, Ray Allen was not afraid at all. His eyes became cold and he raised his hand and shot a three-pointer.
As soon as he landed, Ray Allen celebrated by raising his hands and making an OK gesture.
This shot feels really good, it will definitely go in!
This is the confidence of a three-point shooter.
However, the basketball drew a high arc.
With a loud bang.
A pop-up window appears.
Ray Allen was stunned for a moment...