Forward to the basket

Rivers must not know the grievances and grievances between Tarkanian and the old K, but the target he is also very concerned about is really the current core insider of the Clippers, the power forward Elton Bran Germany.

When working on the Christmas Raiders, Rivers said that he would win four of the six games. In addition to smashing the Nets, the most difficult game to play at home is probably the Clippers who are now in front of them. .

The Celtics were able to kill the Nets at home. Rivers relied on the strong attack from the inside, combined with the offensive firepower from the outside. Regardless of whether it is inside or outside first, at least he can guarantee that there is one line to take the initiative.

If the opponent dared to narrow the defensive range and press the inside line, the Celtics dared to let Rondo deliver shells to Chen Feng uninterruptedly. Don't forget that Jefferson's offensive ability is also fierce and terrifying.

It is estimated that few people dare to let such two guys who can rush and collide make trouble in their own paint area.

But once those opponents choose to shrink, Novak, Szczerbiak, and Pierce will have enough shots. As long as they don't feel too bad, that kind of crazy shooting will always have an effect.

With Chen Feng and Jefferson, the now solid inside combination, Rivers can throw Novak or Szczerbiak at will near the three-point line, and they can all play very well.

This was the key to the winning streak in the last few games. Apart from the fact that Sprewell's new aids could play their due role, it was precisely because of Chen Feng's strong attack that the five consecutive victories were achieved.

Although there are still people who are not optimistic about Chen Feng's future, Rivers has no time to pay attention to those voices of criticism. He is optimistic about that wild boy, and that little guy has indeed used practical actions to win his face.

But meeting the Los Angeles Clippers today made Rivers scratch his head a bit, because the guys from Los Angeles are not like the Nets, who are weak inside and can let the Celtics get whatever they want.

The combination of Krstic and Collins was ravaged to death in Boston, but Rivers can guarantee that in this situation, it will definitely not appear in the confrontation with the Clippers.

The Nets lose in the interior, but the Clippers are strong in the interior. They also have the ability to destroy opponents in the interior, and that kind of madness is no less than that of the Celtics. .

The old dude Dunleavy is considered a veteran in the nba, and the gang of powerful fighters under him are also very fierce inside, such as Elton Brand, Tim Thomas, and Chris Kaman.

If there are just a few guys lined up, even in the West, the Clippers can be counted inside. It is not so easy for ordinary teams to kill them.

This is probably what Rivers is melancholy about now. It was originally the sharpest weapon of the Celtics, but now he just took it out, and suddenly found that the opponent is also holding the same weapon. How can this be...

Whether it's height, experience or personal ability, if they choose to fight the Celtics, they may not necessarily be at a disadvantage, and they may even have a slight advantage in terms of experience.

Especially these guys are in good form recently. They can win crazy home and away games. The inside line is definitely the strongest point. Rivers can't think of any good way to face such an opponent.

And what worries Rivers the most is probably Brand, the No. 99 pick in the [-] draft, who has been in the NBA for six or seven years. His most terrifying thing is probably his stable performance that has remained unchanged for thousands of years.

Maybe Brand is not the most beautiful in terms of statistics, but this guy is definitely the most stable. Since his rookie season, this guy has only scored less than 20 points per game in two seasons.

And it is still troubled by injuries, otherwise he is very likely to get the season average of 99+20 statistics from 10 to now. This kind of inertia is generally stable, which will definitely make people shudder.

The offensive ability is not bad, and the defense is quite dedicated. Facing such a tough opponent, Rivers wonders if Chen Feng can still perform at a high level as before.

The two are about the same height, and Brand has the upper hand in terms of weight, and both of them have animal-like wingspans, but in terms of experience, Brand must be the older.

Even Thibodeau said with concern in the pre-match preparation stage that the wild boy has met a tough opponent this time, although Brand does not have the drive of Stoudemire.

But if it is said who can perform more stably, Stoudemire will definitely be at a disadvantage. Brand's strength lies in his immobile stability, and ordinary people can't interfere with him at all.

When Chen Feng met such an opponent who was not easy to make mistakes, he didn't know what the result would be. Regarding this point, Rivers didn't know what to do, and Thibodeau was also a little uneasy.

After all, this is still a little different from the opponents they encountered before. The Clippers were able to reach the Western Conference semifinals last season, but they were only defeated in the final competition. This kind of experienced opponent is the worst to mess with.

In front of the old coach K, Brand is bound to give his mentor a good show. At this moment, even if Rivers has enough confidence in Chen Feng, he is not too sure that the team will continue to maintain an advantage inside.

When Brand and Tim Thomas cooperate with Kaman to block the inside line, whether Jefferson, Chen Feng and Perkins can compete with their opponents on equal terms, no one may be able to predict.

But Rivers didn't intend to admit it just like that. This was on his own territory. They just defeated the Nets. Even if they encountered such a tough team, Rivers didn't intend to take a step back.

"If you can win, why don't you fight for it?" Rivers didn't say this, but he was already thinking so in his heart. As for who was watching the game on the sidelines, it had nothing to do with him.

Chen Feng, Jefferson, Rondo, Pierce, Sprewell, and Rivers threw all the strongest lineups in their hands. It can't be said that they can knock down their opponents in the first quarter, but he also wants to weigh them quickly. The strength of the ship.

"We have won five games in a row, but I need to say, I haven't tasted enough of this victory."

"As for whether you care about maintaining this kind of performance before Christmas, I don't know, but I just want to tell everyone that in any game, you should pursue victory, because no one wants to be a loser!"

Rivers didn't play any powerful pre-war mobilization. He just told the boys in front of him in very simple language that in Boston, at this moment, he was not ready for defeat!

Similarly, what responded to Rivers was the howling of a group of bandits. These guys ran out of the locker room screaming like beasts, and their appearance aroused the response of the entire arena.

Unlike the madness of the fans, Tarkanian appeared in the second row as if sitting firmly on Mount Tarzan. This old guy didn't meet the old K, but he kept staring at the wild boy who just ran out.

It was a beast he created with his own hands. He hoped that today, in Boston, he could watch his apprentice defeat the No. [-] pick trained by old K. At the beginning, he hoped that because of this kid, someone would think of him, but now it is no longer necessary.

"That kid is far better than I imagined. It's like sculpting a work. You can witness him take shape a little bit, and then create a classic moment."

But Tarkanian is not a saint either. He doesn't mind letting his old enemy suffer while enjoying his apprentice's competition.

Chen Feng actually wasn't sure what Tarkanian was sitting on the sidelines for, but he also heard Hammond and the others talk about the old man's past.

Now that the old man came, Chen Feng didn't intend to let the old man leave disappointed. As for who the opponent in front of him was and how tough it was, it didn't matter. It was all about fighting anyway, so he loved whoever he was!

The old Dunleavy knew that the opponent had just killed the Nets, but he didn't intend to show weakness. The Celtics did their best, and the Clippers also sent the strongest lineup.

Sean Livingston is the point guard, replacing an old guy who was recently injured. On this issue, the old Dunleavy has nothing to hide. Livingston is still young, so he must be the focus of the team's training.

As for someone who is suffering from injuries, although the team has just renewed his contract for two years, no one can tell what will happen in the future. After all, that guy is a bit too old, and he can play for a few more years, no one can say for sure .

Cuttino Mobley, who has drifted all the way since leaving the Rockets, serves as shooting guard, and Brand has no suspense to secure the position of the main power forward.

Next to Brand is Tim Thomas, who just came from the Suns to shoot. This big man who often throws three-pointers is Rivers' key defensive target.

And next to these two insiders, there is a long-haired German Chris Kaman. Although this guy is not a top insider, his desperate spirit really gives many people a headache.

The old Dunleavy threw all three of his insiders on the field at once. This is clearly telling Rivers, aren't you a strong insider?Then let's take a look and see who can take the initiative!

This kind of confrontational attack that clearly shows the horses and horses has been spread out in front of Rivers. Regardless of whether he is willing to accept the move, the Clippers will make up their minds to compete at the basket.

Rivers thought about it, no one knew, but looking at Brand who was about to jump the ball with him in the midfield, Chen Feng smiled slightly, which made Brand a little confused.

"What is that guy laughing at?" Elton Brand was also thinking about it in his heart, but he didn't understand what that smile meant until the referee threw the basketball high into the air.

Exceeding the height of a palm, while Brand was still trying to take the basketball away, the guy opposite him had already slapped the ball hard towards the Clippers' half court.

When Tarkanian was watching this scene from the sidelines, he had a smile on his face and muttered, "Stability? That's really old K's style, but the kid I taught is violent!"

Whether it is a stable performance that takes the lead, or a violent wild road that holds the advantage, the outcome can only be seen at the end of the game...