masters-orleans Chapter 343 The Battle of Tianwang Mountain
Chapter 343 The Battle of Tianwang Mountain
Chapter 343 The Battle of Tianwang Mountain
"Counting the top five shooting guards, the strongest outside line in active service!"
On May 5, the day of Game 28 of the Western Conference Finals, a piece of news quietly appeared.
Not only that, there are actually a lot of related news.
The content is nothing more than taking stock of the five shooting guards one by one and comparing who is the strongest.
Since it is the strongest player in the inventory, it is natural not to only look at the individual data, but also the team record.
Carter and McGrady, needless to say, neither of them have been able to prove themselves in the playoffs.
As for Iverson, it was a flash in the pan last year.
Therefore, this reporter believes that the current strongest outside players should be Wang Hao and Kobe.
And then compare Wang Hao with Kobe, then needless to say.
Kobe is just the second child of the team, and his achievements are just as the second head of O'Neal.
As for Wang Hao, even though he has never entered the finals, his leadership is very strong.
So far, Wang Hao has only lost to the championship team in the playoffs. Other than that, he has never lost a single game!
Well, that's true.
In the past two playoffs, the Sonics lost to the Lakers and were eliminated.
This is not to lose to the championship.
Although what the reporter said makes sense, why is there such a double standard?
Watching this news, there is always a feeling of Wang Hao's diehard fans.
Wang Hao expressed his grievances, he really doesn't know this guy, this guy is really not his fan.
If the reporter had shown up for a reason, he would have boldly stated that he was a fan of Franklin.
That's right, the kind that takes money to do things.
As for this news, it was naturally concocted by the Supersonics team, which caused quite a stir.
It's no big deal, PR!
Just like before, there was suddenly less news about the Lakers. Why?
Is it really just because the Lakers won the game and there is no trace of infighting, so the reporters stopped reporting?
What are you thinking?
Even if there is nothing, these reporters can tell you something out of nothing, let alone such an obvious situation.
This is naturally because of the Lakers' public relations.
And now, the Sonics have also made such a move, not only now, but also a series of tricks.
"Wang, can I be interviewed?"
Before the start of the game, Wang Hao appeared outside the key arena, and many media had already gathered.
Seeing Wang Hao appear, these people naturally wouldn't miss it.
If it was changed to the past, he would always go through the back door as much as possible, otherwise, the way to enter the gate would be as difficult as 81.
No way, if you don't answer a few questions, the reporter won't let you leave at all.
"Of course!"
It's just that today Wang Hao obviously came here with a mission, and he naturally readily agreed to the reporter's question.
As for those reporters, they were naturally prepared.
"Wang, what do you think of today's game?"
Although I have been prepared for a long time, it's just that I can't go too far. I will ask a random question first and cover it up.
"Of course, the victory belongs to us, and we will solve the opponent at home."
"Wang, many fans have been discussing a question recently, who is the core of the Lakers?
As opponents, you have played against the Lakers many times. Who is the most troublesome for you? "
Well, see you Tuqiongdagger. After all this time, this reporter and the supersonic speed are not the purpose of this.
In the past, when encountering such a problem, he would either paddle across like water, or he would not offend anyone.
After all, if you don’t have this, don’t!
People's reporters just want to make some noise for the whole news, which is what they like to hear.
But what good does this do for Wang Hao?
It's no good, and maybe it will offend people, which is very unnecessary.
It's just that today's Wang Hao is a little different.
"Kobe was great, he was a great player and a pain in the ass.
It's just that, in my opinion, Shaq is the most special one, the guy who makes everyone feel headache.
I think it's not just me, but the entire league, that's going to have a headache for that big guy. "
……
This is not an ordinary news interview, behind several reporters, but followed by the camera.
It is estimated that it will not be long before this news will be produced and put on the TV station.
In the evening, when the TV station starts broadcasting NBA games, relevant news will be broadcast.
The same is true.
In the evening, the major TV stations began to broadcast the game early.
Naturally, it is impossible to broadcast the game. It is not interesting to broadcast the game dryly.
What's more, the TV station has to place advertisements, and the time periods before and after the game are very good advertising spots.
ESPN TV station started broadcasting today's game an hour earlier.
From the analysis and prediction before the game, to the review of the whole series, there are also interviews with some celebrities.
And at Key Arena in Seattle.
After training, Kobe, who had just returned to the locker room, quickly turned on the TV in the locker room.
He heard some news outside and needed to take a look.
Sure enough, celebrities appeared in the TV cameras, including columnists, retired players, and even active players.
There is only one question, who is the boss of the Lakers.
Wang Hao doesn't like to participate in these discussions, it's purely because of his personality that he doesn't like it.
But that doesn't mean everyone doesn't like it.
Some people just want to create a gimmick to get more attention, while others really think so.
Let's put it this way, in today's NBA, the evaluation of O'Neal and Kobe is absolutely completely different.
Kobe, but one of Jordan's successors, currently looks like a very good outside star.
As for O'Neal, he is a historical star.
That's right, as an active player, he has been discussed with many players who have retired or are even about to retire.
It can be said that take out Kobe and O'Neal and let the head coach of the NBA choose.
Most coaches will choose O'Neal.
Compared with O'Neal's inside dominance, Kobe's only advantage is knowing his age and potential.
"Of course Shaq!"
The comments of celebrities appeared on TV, and in the end, it was Wang Hao who appeared in the interview.
Why did you put Wang Hao at the end and make the grand finale?
Naturally, it was because of Wang Hao's popularity, and he and Kobe were in the same position, so there was competition between the two.
With strength, popularity, and competition with each other, this is a good rating!
Moreover, as an opponent, especially an opponent who gave the Lakers a headache, his words are obviously more convincing.
Watching that individual on TV, and listening to their words, Kobe's mood was extraordinarily complicated.
If you want to talk about anger, there must be some, but if you want to talk about how angry you are, that's not enough.
Kobe at this moment, just like when he first entered the league, was questioned by countless people.
At this moment, he only had one thought, and that was to prove himself and slap those guys hard in the face.
It's all about not provoking Kobe, but today, Kobe has been irritated by thousands of people around the world.
When the rest of the Lakers returned to the locker room, they only saw Kobe covering his face with a towel, closing his eyes and resting his mind.
But for some reason, they always felt that something was wrong with the atmosphere, and the temperature in the locker room was a little low.
At this time, O'Neill walked into the locker room singing.
He was in a good mood, singing and greeting his teammates.
Obviously, he also saw that news report.
Kobe, who covered his head with a towel, frowned slightly, but did not move.
Time passed by little by little, and finally it was time to play.
At this time, Kobe suddenly took off the towel, and his whole body exuded a cold temperament.
The already somewhat silent atmosphere became more and more embarrassing.
Don't look at O'Neal was still singing just now, in fact, the atmosphere in the locker room of the Lakers is really hard to describe now.
Anyway, since that incident, everything has changed.
If the Lakers can win and win the championship, then victory will overshadow everything.
But now, the Lakers are starting to lose, and the future has become more and more unpredictable.
Just like the original time and space, also in 2002, the Lakers and the Kings fought in the Western Conference Finals.
If the Lakers had lost at that time, perhaps everything would have been different.
Can the OK combination last until 2004?
Can the Kings build a dynasty?
Can the Spurs win twice?
It can only be said that the Lakers were lucky at the time. They won and covered up all the problems.
Letting those problems explode two years later caused a lot of things to change.
The appearance ceremony was over, the lights on the scene were turned on again, and countless fans were still shouting and shouting.
Wang Hao was still encouraging each other with his teammates just now, but at this moment, he suddenly felt a chill behind him.
That feeling, like being stared at by something.
Looking back, as expected, it was Kobe who was staring at him sharply.
Wang Hao naturally knew that this guy must be eyeing him.
But, he doesn't really care, it's more challenging, isn't it?
Looking at each other, Wang Hao smiled slightly, expressing a little apology, after all, he did something unkind.
It's a pity that in Kobe's eyes, his expression is a naked provocation!
Kobe squeezed his fist hard, his expression was full of fighting spirit, and he couldn't wait for the game to start.
Hearing Kobe's fist "click", the Lakers players became more and more uneasy.
"Di!"
With the whistle of the referee, the game began.
Unexpectedly, there was a surprise in the opening game, PJ Brown actually jumped to the ball from O'Neal.
After Gary Payton received the ball, he didn't delay, and immediately passed the ball to Wang Hao after halftime.
In today's game, Wang Hao can really fire infinitely.
Sure enough, as soon as Wang Hao got the ball, Kobe immediately forced it down.
"Wow, it looks like Kobe is serious today!"
"For well-known reasons, Kobe is very angry today, and he must teach this opponent a lesson."
"Hey, it's not that simple, Wang is not a vegetarian."
……
No, on the TV station side, they also specially found commentators who sang double reeds, one supporting Kobe and the other supporting Wang Hao.
I have to say that the TV station is indeed professional in terms of ratings.
It is obviously a bit whimsical to want to limit Wang Hao's attack by pressing from a high position.
He is different from ordinary domestic players, he will lose the ball when he is pressed by a high position.
Wang Hao first took the ball with his back, first protected the ball, and then made a sudden effort to confront Kobe.
In this regard, his advantage is obvious. Kobe, who has never gained weight, is not an opponent at all.
Sure enough, such a sudden confrontation immediately gave Wang Hao the opportunity to break through.
Naturally, he wouldn't miss it, his speed suddenly exploded, and he broke through directly to the left of Kobe's time.
However, Bryant seems to have expected.
Wang Hao's habitual hand is the right hand, and the direction of breakthrough is naturally more towards his right side.
In fact, this is something that cannot be changed. Even Jordan and Kobe, who have long practiced non-habitualism to be the same as habitual, still have such a bias.
Seeing that he was about to collide with Kobe, at that time, his speed would definitely interfere and he had to come down.
However, at this moment, Wang Hao slapped the ball, and the basketball rebounded on the ground and appeared on his left hand.
Kobe's speed suddenly stopped, but at this moment, Wang Hao suddenly passed by Kobe's right.
Kobe released the water?Why did he suddenly froze for a moment, watching Wang Hao break through?
Of course not.
Kobe's character is not a character that can release water, not to mention, he is still the best opponent who makes his teeth itch.
In fact, this is precisely Wang Hao's brilliance.
When he changed direction just now, he had an obvious stagnation action, using the high-speed rotation of the basketball to control the ball in his hands.
The basketball stayed in the left hand, and it felt like he would continue to change direction and then switch the ball to the right hand.
At least Kobe's defensive experience judged so, he was already waiting to continue to block Wang Hao's right hand.
Defense, because it is passive, in this case, is very dependent on experience and defensive sense.
Therefore, in NBA games, experienced defensive players are often players who have played for many years and have rich experience.
It's not that young players don't have good defense, but they rely more on athletic talent in defense.
It's a pity that Kobe was obviously deceived by Wang Hao this time through his judgment based on experience.
Seeing Wang Hao break through, Kobe hurriedly followed, but it was already too late.
Seeing a figure suddenly enter the inside line, O'Neill subconsciously went up to defend.
Facing Wang Hao, O'Neal blocked it with all his strength.
However, at this moment, Wang Hao suddenly threw the ball high, directly above O'Neal's palms.
Behind O'Neal, PJ Brown jumped high, caught the ball with both hands, and slammed it hard into the basket.
"Great job PJ, you dunked Shaq, awesome!"
Who said that the back button is not a button?
O'Neill quickly retorted: "Sneak attack, this is simply a sneak attack!"
But Wang Hao ignored O'Neill, and only said: "Look, Kobe doesn't make excuses, if he doesn't guard, he doesn't guard."
Hearing this sentence, and seeing Kobe's expression of approval, O'Neal almost didn't explode.
After a long time, it was obviously him who helped to make up the defense, but this conceding the ball was also the reason for him?
(End of this chapter)