Basketball injuries only make me stronger

Chapter 156 Entering the playoffs

After the All-Star Weekend, Lian Feng knew that he had fully entered the star level.

And a mouthful of poisoned milk from marinated eggs has become a point of ridicule in the media.Because the players who had been milked by him before that all fell to the street without exception.

"Well... I hope Lian Feng can break the curse."

Lian Feng knows that he is now similar to Wall and Arenas at their peak, who have reached the top in a certain season, but they are not really super giants.

Because, there is no hard glory.

Life is really amazing.

At the beginning of this season, the media's comments on him were still full of praise.

Such as "The strongest Asian player in history", "Rising star", "Double Hornets", and "Fire".

And..."He's sure to be a star!"

However, when I really stepped into the threshold of stardom, the media suddenly changed its direction, and various doubts followed.

"He has a certain ability to lead the team, but it is not enough!"

"He needs more games and results to prove himself!"

"He's not in the best team yet."

"His defense is what keeps him from going further."

Lian Feng knew that it was because unconsciously, the object he was comparing with had changed.

At the beginning of this season, the media and fans still compared themselves with the rookies of the same class, but by this time, people have subconsciously put themselves on a higher level for comparison.

"His defense is not as good as Kobe!"

"His strength is far worse than James!"

"His three-pointers are not accurate enough!"

……

Humans are never satisfied with the status quo.

Looking back on the past two seasons, when I first entered the league, I was very satisfied to be able to play the main force.But as the strength and influence become stronger and stronger, now, someone finally puts himself in the discussion of the league's first-line stars.

Although, the conclusion is that it is still far from enough.

However, it is already exciting to be able to compare them with them.

……

On the other hand, Lian Feng's body finally began to show signs of injury again.

His waist became more and more uncomfortable as he continued to use pull-up jumpers.

Although he was very uncomfortable physically, Lian Feng was in a good mood.

This means that it is finally possible to improve again.

There has been no qualitative improvement in strength for a whole season. It would be a great thing to get even a bronze skill before the playoffs.

After Paul returned to the team, he said that this started a new run-in again.

The record also became ups and downs in the first few games of Paul's return.

Lian Feng knew that this was something that could not be changed.

Paul's playing style is very different from his own, and the point guard has the greatest impact on the team, especially in a team like the Hornets that uses him and Paul as the core of their tactics.

The style of the two of them is something that all players must adapt to.

David West is okay. His golf quotient is relatively high and he can adjust quickly. Other players have experienced several failures before gradually adapting to Paul again.

Paul was very upset at first.

Because the media will talk a lot about it.

"Paul returned, but the team's record has deteriorated."

This is undoubtedly very shocking.

Some reporters even asked Paul bluntly in an interview after the game: "Do you think the team's poor performance during this period is the reason for you?"

Paul made an embarrassed expression.

Lian Feng helped Paul answer this question. He covered Paul's microphone and said seriously: "Your question is very stupid. You don't understand basketball at all. This is our answer."

Lian Feng can only do so much, and he can only expect Paul to adjust himself.

Fortunately, Paul is still the same Paul. He withstood the pressure and became more mature.

At the same time, Paul scored 20+10 in five consecutive games.

Paul responded to all doubts with practical actions.

Paul regained his form, and the other players on the team also completed the running-in, and finally evolved into a complete strong team.

During this process, Paul could not help feeling admiration for Lian Feng.

I have to say that this injury made Paul see many things clearly.

Lian Feng played shooting guard carefree under his own organization at the beginning, which was an ideal choice for him.

But when the team lost a qualified organizer, he was able to take the No. 1 position all of a sudden, and he played well!

What does this mean?He not only has an excellent golf quotient, but also knows how to choose.

He regards victory as everything!
For him, victory is more important than statistics.

Lian Feng's scoring average has dropped from 32+ at the beginning of the season to the current 25.2 points, and his assists have risen to 5.6.
To be honest...can I do what Lian Feng does?
Paul has to admit... between personal honor and team victory, he is likely to choose the former.

Playing with such teammates, what else is there to be dissatisfied with?

The problem now is that many people say that this team belongs to Lianfeng, and this is the only thing that makes Paul unhappy.

But Paul understands that, just like responding to those bullshit media's questions a while ago, responding to them is not by mouth, let alone by evasion, but by talking with the ball!
Paul silently told himself that now he and Lian Feng are not only teammates, but also competitors!
Under the winning spirit of him and Lian Feng, the team made great strides all the way, and finally surpassed the Rockets in the ranking, ranked 4th, and successfully advanced to the playoffs.

For Lianfeng, this time the playoffs are different from last season.

Last season, Lian Feng struggled with serious injuries to complete the epic lore that allowed the 76ers to enter the playoffs, but the team did not go further, and he could only be a spectator in the playoffs.

But this season is different.

The lineup is complete, everyone is healthy, and they are fully capable of showing their skills!

And because of his own existence, there have been some deviations in history, perhaps this playoffs will undergo fundamental changes!

The top three are still the Mavericks, Spurs, and Suns.

No.4 was originally the Utah Jazz, who was squeezed out by the Hornets.

And because Dayao has not suffered any injuries this season, the Rockets' record is better than in history, ranking fifth.

The Jazz, which was originally fourth, fell to sixth.

Next up are the Nuggets in seventh and the Lakers in eighth...

Then Lian Feng discovered a terrifying thing.

The Warriors, who were originally black eight Mavericks in history, missed the playoffs this season!

cough cough...

Then this trip to the playoffs will be interesting.

If the Mavericks don't get hacked...it's really hard to say that other teams will play against the Mavericks.

Then the schedule will be clear at a glance.

In the first round of the Western Conference, the opponent of the Hornets is the Rockets led by Yao Ming.

It's not a good thing...

The first game is going to be a civil war. Regardless of whether you win or lose, you will probably be scolded to death by the domestic fans.

But what can be done?

Lian Feng is ready. During the playoffs, he will learn from James. He will not read any newspapers or media, and will not be influenced by any external information!
(End of this chapter)