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Chapter 354 We are the champions!

Chapter 354 We are the champions!

51:58

The Supersonics regained another 2 points, and in a blink of an eye, the situation seemed to have reversed a little bit.

Mainly, the current offense of the Nets has problems.

When the Sonics were able to score the ball and the Nets had no chance to play a transition offense, the situation seemed to have changed.

Sure enough, returning to the Nets' offense again, they still have nothing to do with positional warfare.

It was still Kidd, who forced a shot after receiving the ball, but the shot came out of the frame.

Thanks to the Nets reacting fast enough this time and returning to the defense in a timely manner, the Supersonics did not have a chance to counterattack.

Not only that, under the double team, Wang Hao's shot also came out of the frame.

Sure enough, compared to offense, the Nets' defense is obviously more reliable.

Finally, after 2 minutes in the second half, the Nets' offense finally made some achievements.

It was still Kenyon Martin, who made a strong foul on Lewis and got two free throws.

No way, this time the supersonic defense came too late.

When facing Kenyon Martin alone, Rashard Lewis was really overwhelmed.

The first free throw was hit, but the second was missed.

This is not very surprising, whether it is the regular season or the playoffs, Kenyon Martin's free throws are more than 60%.

Although this free throw percentage is better than that of O'Neal, it is not enough to be used as a shark-killing tactic.

However, the good is limited.

Of course, the free throw percentage in the playoffs is close to 70%, which is very qualified for an insider.

After all, not everyone has the ability of Yao Ming. An insider can increase his free throw percentage to more than 80%, or even close to 90%.

You know, in the mosaic, Yao Ming is actually the one who executes the tactical free throw.

It's just that he is very humble, doesn't fight or grab, and gives up opportunities most of the time.

Let’s just talk about the mosaics during the Yao-Mai combination period. When the opponents implemented the tactics and regulations, most of them were committed by McGrady.

In fact, McGrady's free throw percentage is far higher than that of Yao Ming.

PJ Brown quickly protected the rebound, and quickly passed a long pass to Wang Hao who had just crossed the half court.

And standing in front of him was Corey Kiddles.

Wang Hao continued to push forward, and when he was about to approach the three-point line, he suddenly had a change in rhythm.

There was a slight pause in the rhythm, that feeling, like accumulating strength, seemed to be breaking through.

Just when Corey Kidders lowered his center of gravity and prepared to deal with Wang Hao's breakthrough, he suddenly pulled up.

Pull out your hand without any hesitation!

"Shh!"

54:59

At the start of the second half, Wang Hao scored 7 points, leading the Supersonics to a 7:1 spurt.

Seeing that the score difference was only 5 points, Byron Scott didn't dare to hesitate and called a timeout.

"Damn, cheer me up, what are you doing? Watching that guy perform?

Remember, I don't care what you do, even if you let go of your superior opponent, you can't give Wang too many chances. "

……

Facing his teammates who were leaving the court, Byron Scott was a little angry, and even said in a rage.

Don't blame him for being angry, the situation is really critical!

Moreover, he didn't think there was a problem with his tactical arrangement, so he double-teamed Wang Hao at all costs.

He has already arranged it like this, what else can he do?

After thinking about it, there is only one possibility why Wang Hao could not be restricted, and that was the players' defensive loopholes.

But how can there be a perfect defense in the world?

It's a pity that Byron Scott doesn't care so much, he has already foreseen the unfavorable situation of the fans.

The thought of being swept away, and the words he said before the game, even he couldn't stand it.

What's more, as a star player, the arrogance in him is bursting out all the time.

In his opinion, if there is no problem with his own decision-making and tactical arrangements, there is absolutely no problem.

It's purely the players themselves, they didn't do their best.

Well, even Kidd can't refute this. If they can do the best defense, they won't only have 52 wins in the regular season.

Back from the timeout, the Nets seemed to be getting better, and Corey Kiddels made a mid-range hit.

Not only that, they forced Wang Hao to pass the ball in defense, which actually caused the Supersonics to violate the 24-second rule.

However, this is just the beginning.

Immediately afterwards, it was still Wang Hao, who made another three-pointer after absolutely passing the ball.

It is really difficult for Corey Kiddles to keep up with his off-ball movement.

Not only that, Wang Hao obviously strengthened his dry hand.

The Nets always like to double-team him on offense, especially when he is off the dribble and ready to attack.

Then he simply does not dribble, and directly pulls out his hand.

Not to mention, the effect is good, there is still a little gap between Corey Kiddles' height and Wang Hao.

In the third quarter, Wang Hao scored 18 points in a single quarter, leading the Supersonics to score 30:20 in a single quarter.

The original two-digit score difference is only 1 point left.

77:78

Until this time, the Nets really panicked.

There was no need for Wang Hao to make a move. Just as he was taking a breath, the supersonic substitute had already solved the problem.

Under Gary Payton's conduction organization, Brent Barry and Quentin Richardson scored 7 points in a row.

Especially Brent Barry's three-pointer just now, it really feels a bit murderous.

It has been put to the last moment, and seeing another successful defense, the 24-second violation.

But who would have thought that Brent Barry hit a three-pointer with a forced shot at the last moment.

With this three-pointer, the Sonics officially overtook the score.

84:82

Byron Scott didn't dare to be careless anymore, and quickly replaced Kidd.

You know, Kidd, who didn't rest for a minute in the first half, was able to take a breather.

But at this time, he had to play again.

Needless to say, Kidd's offensive ability is actually mediocre, especially his autonomous offensive ability.

However, he is still the most trustworthy of the Nets.

Facing Gary Payton, Kidd made a mid-range shot after breaking through the pick-and-roll, and it actually made him hit.

On the other hand, Paul Westphal was not in a hurry and still put Wang Hao on the bench.

Gary Payton is still on the court, which reassures him.

Sure enough, back in the Sonics offense, Gary Payton also made a breakthrough layup.

The scores of the two sides became anxious again.

When there were only 9 minutes and 31 seconds left in the game, taking advantage of the dead ball, Wang Hao played again.

Watching Wang Hao walk onto the court, the fans of the Nets unconsciously had a feeling that the game was about to end.

The same is true.

After Wang Hao came on the field, he even directly stole Kenyon Martin in an assist defense.

The Supersonics once again set off an offensive and defensive transition, and this time, Wang Hao once again showed an unreasonable three-pointer.

Rucios Harris stared at Wang Hao, but still watched him more than 1 meter away from the three-point line.

But Wang Hao shot without hesitation.

At that moment, Harris always felt that Wang Hao was not shooting a super long three-pointer, but a mid-range two-pointer.

"Shh!"

However, even such an unreasonable three-pointer shot still fell steadily into the basket.

89:85

The difference in points between the two sides was even opened up again.

At this time, the Nets really trembled when they saw Wang Hao holding the ball.

Without any further arrangements from Byron Scott, they took the initiative to double-team Wang Hao.

That was really a double-team that didn't give a chance at all, and even let go of the player he was defending.

At this time, Wang Hao did not blindly fall into singles.

He also tried to give the ball to his teammates, and he chose to trust his teammates temporarily.

If his teammates can't do it, then he can only come by himself.

But who would have thought that Brent Barry, Quentin Richardson and Earl Watson, who came off the bench, would not have much burden.

The three received assists from Wang Hao's words one after another, which also completely collapsed the Nets' defensive strategy.

5 points, 7 points, 10 points...

Seeing the point difference widen step by step, the Nets were a little desperate.

Still the same sentence, when the Sonics can throw the ball into the basket, the Nets have no chance to switch offense and defense.

The situation of the two teams will usher in another major reversal.

The Nets' defense was helpless by Wang Hao, and their offense was made useless by him.

Seeing that they could raise the white flag to surrender, at this moment, Kidd struggled to stand up again.

He shot from inside and outside, and he scored 5 points in singles.

Unfortunately, Wang Hao also stood up.

He first used Brandon Heywood and PJ Brown's close-door tactics to get a three-point shot and made a long shot.

Immediately afterwards, facing the defense of Corey Kiddels and Kidd, he made a strong one-and-two layup.

The last bit of hope that was about to be ignited was completely extinguished by Wang Hao again.

At this moment, the Nets really feel the despair.

Not only the despair of the players, but also the despair of the head coach. Byron Scott no longer knows what to do.

"Di..."

The long whistle sounded, and time seemed to freeze at this moment.

105:97

This is the live scorer, and the score is fixed here.

On the supersonic bench, Ewing grabbed a towel and covered his head, and there was a faint cry.

Gary Payton and head coach Paul Westphal embraced, unable to contain their joy.

Kidd stood there motionless, and the players of the Nets also stood there in a daze.

Some fans of the Nets have already chosen to leave the field. Sadness and loneliness make it impossible for them to stay.

Of course, more fans chose to stay, and they witnessed the rise of another championship team.

The eyes of the fans are still the countless cameras on the scene, and there is only one lens at this moment.

A brown-yellow-skinned player who doesn't look particularly strong, but keeps getting thinner.

He raised his hands high at this moment, allowing the people around him to drown him in it.

In his hand, he was still holding a basketball tightly. This is today's game ball.

This person is naturally Wang Hao.

"We are champions, we are champions!"

Even if he is as calm as him, he is still a little excited at this moment, and the blood in his whole body is circulating at a high speed.

At this moment, Wang Hao couldn't feel even a little bit of fatigue from the original game.

At this moment, he had a rare bright smile on his face, and with his appearance, it is estimated that many little girls will fall again.

Wang Hao quickly calmed down because he saw the Nets players not far away.

As losers, they need to congratulate the winners, and as winners, they need to comfort them.

Although it was just a formality, it was a rare kind of friendliness in the NBA full of interests.

After all, although the NBA has only interests, basketball is not just interests.

Wang Hao accepted the congratulations from the players of the Nets one by one. At the same time, he also comforted or praised them.

Even Kenyon Martin is no exception.

It can't be said that all grudges are lost with a smile, but everyone accepts this result.

In any case, this is a kind of etiquette, and no one wants to be accused by the media of being immodest.

"Wang, congratulations, you've done a really good job." The last one, of course, was Jason Kidd.

"Thanks, Jason, you guys are great too."

"Of course I know, so this is not the end, next year, wait until next year, all this belongs to us."

He admired Kidd's fighting spirit, but he said it a little domineeringly.

"Jason, you are very courageous. However, I can only say that I hope you can still appear on this stage next year."

Well, even if the Nets lose, it is not particularly difficult to break out of the East.

There are only a few strong teams in the East, and their strength is relatively limited.

On the contrary, in the West, even if the Sonics have won the championship, they are not absolutely sure to stand out.

The Spurs and Lakers are old strong teams, as well as the Kings and Mavericks, whose strength should not be underestimated.

At this time, the supersonic staff quickly took out the prepared championship hat.

Meanwhile, Sonics owner Howard Schultz joined the cheering and celebrating team.

Not only that, but also the families of Sonics players.

Sharing joy with family members is exactly the same whether it is the United States or China.

Like Gary Payton and Patrick Ewing, they almost brought the whole family to the game.

In addition, there are many players' families.

It's just that, it can be clearly seen that the families of star players seem to be more organized.

This is also something that can't be helped, the NBA is also a place to talk about privileges.

In fact, before the game, Wang Hao was asked by the team if he wanted to arrange for his family to come over?

Supersonic can provide his parents with itinerary arrangements. To put it bluntly, it includes food, accommodation and travel.

Even if the team fails to win the championship in New Jersey, the Sonics will be responsible for all arrangements.

Not only Wang Hao, but also the treatment that Gary Payton can enjoy, is actually the same.

Then there are the main players of the Supersonics, and some important role players, which are also treated similarly.

As for marginal players, there is no such treatment.

If your family wants to be part of this celebration, no problem, the team welcomes it.

However, you have to arrange your own itinerary.

This is why, at NBA championship celebrations, players' families are often seen.

(End of this chapter)