Zhiba NBA

Chapter 167 (160) Before the Finals

As the Rockets successfully eliminated their opponents 4-0, they were able to get a few days of rest.On the second day after the end of the Western Conference Finals, the fourth game of the Eastern Conference Finals also started. In this game, the Pistons defeated the Heat at home and tied the big score 2-2.

第五场移师迈阿密，热火大将韦德仅得15分并在比赛中受伤离场。但首发大前锋2年级的乌度尼.哈斯勒姆意外爆发，砍下了14+13压倒了活塞内线三塔帮助球队12分战胜对手。

In the sixth game on June 6, many experts predicted that the Heat would probably win the opponent in one go. Unexpectedly, this game turned into a one-sided massacre.Due to Wade's absence, the Heat did not make much resistance, and everyone except O'Neal had limited attack power.As a result, facing the steel defense of the Pistons, the Heat only scored 4 points in the first three quarters, and finally lost with 45 points.

On June 6, in the tiebreaker at the American Airlines Center Arena, Wade made a forced comeback. Unfortunately, he was injured and in poor condition, and his shots were repeatedly hit.At the end of halftime, the battle between the two sides became 6:45, and the Pistons took the lead temporarily.

At this time, all Rockets team members gathered at Yao Ming's home to watch the game.Yao's mother, Fang Fengdi, even cooked dishes and served tea and water herself, which made Yuan Fei very embarrassed.

(Small allusion: Because American buildings are all open kitchens, cooking Chinese food is too fume, and Yao Ming is not used to eating Western food. Fang Fengdi deliberately pressed a stove in the laundry room, connected the gas pipe, and used it for frying. The strong maternal love is evident. A great basketball superstar cannot do without the support of his relatives, and pay tribute to Yao’s mother)

"Auntie, you're welcome, just let me do it myself." Yuan Fei and Da Zhi took the kettle and poured hot water for the players.This group of American boys don't pay much attention to seniority and etiquette, but they are Chinese, but they have to pay attention to these.

"Wade still played today with an injury and is out of shape." Billups was engrossed in the game: "If we continue to play like this, we may have to face the Pistons in the finals."

"I still hope that the Heat win, otherwise it would be a pity." Yao Ming said, "Let's see how the second half goes." He was eager to fight O'Neal, especially in the finals.

接下来可谓风云突变，上半场8投仅2中的韦德大显神威，单节6投5中砍下12分。热火得以反超2分进入末节。

"I also think the Heat are better." Jefferson said, "If Wade hadn't been injured, there shouldn't be much suspense in this game."

"There is an old saying in the sports world-luck is also part of strength. So we don't need to make excuses when we hurt Tracy, and the Heat have no excuses." Yuan Fei said, "In any case, we must strive for the championship with all our strength."

At the last 1 minute and 40 seconds of the game, the Heat still led by 1 point. Unfortunately, Wade hit the iron again and again at the last moment and ruined the game at a critical moment.While the Pistons blossomed more, Bodi Loga, Rashid, Hamilton and Prince each played a key role, and finally succeeded in a difficult reversal.

Unwilling, Wade finally couldn't help but shed tears after the game. He persisted in playing with injuries and fought until the last moment, but it was a pity that he failed to become the hero who saved the team.The Pistons players are celebrating the victory. They have won the Eastern Conference Championship for two consecutive years, and they are expected to win the championship that they missed last year from the Rockets.They know very well that without McGrady, the Rockets have dropped a notch.

"We're in trouble now. The Pistons are our old enemy. We reversed our 3-1 lead last year. This year, we're determined to find trouble with us." Reed looked worried.

"It is indeed a troublesome opponent." Jefferson also frowned: "Bordi Loga's height advantage makes us have to dislocate to deal with it. Now that Gerrard is gone and Tracy is injured again, I may need to mark him."

"There are also troubles inside." Przybila, who is not very talkative, also said: "Oku made a great contribution to last year's finals, especially the defense against Rasheed Wallace was very good. This year I may be the main substitute inside. I don't have much confidence in whether I can do what he does."

Others were also chattering and discussing non-stop.

"Let me sum it up." Yuan Fei opened his mouth and everyone else quieted down, "The advantages of the Pistons: First, the tall point guard Bodi Loga makes us have to dislocate to defend; second, the Pistons who complement McDyess are very strong inside the three towers, so Yao's inside advantage may not be as great as last year."

"Yeah, it's really worrying." Billups said with a bitter face.

"But we also have many advantages: the first point is the age advantage. Our five starters, Chauncey is 28 years old, Yao is 24, Richard is 24, Michael is 25, Chris is 20, and they are almost all players in the growth period. Everyone is constantly improving and better than last season. The Pistons only have Hamilton at 26, and Prince is at the growth stage. We won't necessarily lose to them."

"That's right, everyone sees that I am much stronger than last year." Bosh rolled up his sleeves, revealing his strong biceps.

"The second point is that the Pistons' bench is weaker. Although the introduction of McDyess is really good, Milicic has not grown at all and has not gotten much playing time. And Campbell is 36 years old, and his strength is declining. Compared with last season, Collis Williams is gone, and they are short of flanks. Mike James is also gone, and they only have Lynch Hunter as a available substitute in the backcourt." Yuan Fei continued.

"So, the Pistons now have two and a half substitutes?" Bosh said, "One and a half inside, McDyess and old Campbell, one outside, Hunter."

"That's right, this team is currently playing with an 8-man rotation. The starting five are very strong, but the depth is very limited. Even if our starting team is weaker, our substitutes are much stronger, and we can completely beat them!" However, Yuan Fei immediately tightened his strings for everyone: "Of course, these are all on paper, and the actual effect depends on the game."

"Is there a third advantage?" Fang Fengdi interrupted suddenly.

"Auntie? What do you think?" Everyone wondered.

"You've all been resting for several days. They just finished the Eastern Conference Finals. Isn't this waiting for work? Even my old aunt can see it." Fang Fengdi laughed.

"That's right, it looks like our Rockets will win!" Everyone also laughed.

(End of this chapter)