I really can't handle the ball

Chapter 11

Every year, "March Madness" seems to be a basketball game tour across the United States, with venues all over the United States.

The top 32 game between Marquette University and the University of Texas was played at the SBC Center Arena, home of the Spurs.

Tonight, all the seats in the SBC center arena, even the aisles were packed with fans, the scene was very hot!
In addition to enthusiastic fans, there were also many faces of NBA stars in the auditorium.

As the home court of the Spurs, local stars are naturally indispensable.

The Spurs' troika Duncan, Parker and Ginobili sat in the front row together, and Popovich also appeared next to the three.

Since the game hadn't started yet, the three of GDP were chatting and laughing.

"Tim, it's hard to take a break to watch the game, relax, don't put on a paralyzed face, it will scare the little guys who will play later." Ginobili said jokingly.

"Manu, it would be scary if I actually laughed, do you want to watch it?" Duncan responded jokingly.

"Then smile at your opponent when you are on the court, maybe you can scare him and make a mistake." Ginobili suggested 'sincerely'.

"This method is good. I have another defensive trick." Duncan thought about it, thinking that he should try it in the next game.

Parker on the side listened to the two big brothers bragging, did not express any opinions, and acted as a loyal listener.

"Okay, don't make any noise, just focus on watching the next game and see if there are any good seedlings for us to miss." Popovich couldn't listen anymore, and stopped the disciples' wild thinking.

When Popovich spoke, the three of GDP dared not disobey, and sat on the bench honestly waiting for the game to start.

At the same time, the two on-site commentators on the commentary booth also started the pre-match warm-up after the audience basically entered the stadium.

This time it is ESPN's gold medal combination, Mike Breen and Amy Johnson, who are responsible for explaining.

"Today's two teams are considered to be at the upper-middle level in the NCAA. They are quite dark horses. I don't know who will win tonight's game."

"Marquette University reversed and won the last round. Thanks to the No. 13 player, it was able to advance smoothly, while the University of Texas passed the test easily. The outside world is not optimistic about Marquette University in this game."

"I didn't serve as a commentator for that game. I regret that I didn't get to see the Eastern Miracle."

"According to the information we received before the game, Lee appeared in the starting lineup of the Marquette Golden Eagles."

"I don't know if the magical Li will surprise us again, let's wait and see!"

After the two commentators warmed up, they asked the director to shift the camera to the court and wait for the game to start.

During the warm-up activities for the players, TJ Ford, the star of the Texas Longhorns, was interviewed by reporters before the game.

The reporter asked: "TJ, you are the favored team in this game. The Longhorns are far superior to their opponents in terms of overall strength and game experience. Can Wade and Lee pose a threat to the Longhorns?"

"My opponent is only Wade. As for the Lee you mentioned, I'm sorry! I haven't heard of it."

TJ-Ford is very confident, and shrugged his shoulders incidentally after speaking, whether it is from body language or facial expressions, it reveals a sense of superiority as a popular point guard in the lottery area.

"Lee scored 25 points in the last round and led the team to a comeback to win the promotion. Isn't his ability to shoot accurately from outside worthy of your attention?"

"A rookie who has played a good game is not worth remembering. If I meet him on the court, I will crush him with speed." TJ-Ford replied domineeringly.

The reporter smiled when he heard such remarks, and he had time to write tomorrow's news. When he left, he said: "Thank you very much for accepting the interview, and I wish you a successful start."

After TJ-Ford's interview, he turned back to the University of Texas and started warming up at halftime. Although he didn't pay much attention to Marquette University in thought, he was not sloppy in action at all. He did the warm-up activities that should be completed meticulously.

After warm-ups, Marquette head coach Crean called all the players together.

"Boys, although we have made a breakthrough this year, it is not time to celebrate."

"No matter who the opponent is, whether the opponent is strong or weak, we just need to make good use of our own advantages, keep a clear mind at all times, and play our own basketball!"

"Look around, there are fans supporting us everywhere, fight for them, fight for your dreams!"

"Play every game as if it were your last, go! Go and enjoy this game to the fullest! Enjoy your March Madness!"

Klein, uncharacteristically, did not make any tactical deployments. The tactics that should be deployed have been arranged long ago, and he said some impassioned words of encouragement!

"Victory is ours!"

"Come on! We are the strongest, kill them!"

"Win the game! The Marquette Golden Eagles must win!"

Under the encouragement of Coach Klein and the atmosphere of the scene, the players of Marquette University were all in high spirits!

Li Xuan was no exception, shouting slogans along with his teammates.

"Boys, it's up to you to go out and win this damn game!" Klein urged the group of extremely excited disciples, a little worried whether he was over-motivated.

When Li Xuan came on stage, the personal attribute panel suddenly appeared in front of him, and a sparkling temporary buff appeared on it.

[Krien's Incentive]: Temporarily increase all attributes by 5%
Fuck!It was a surprise to get such a bonus.

Li Xuan wished he could turn around and go back to the bench, grab Klein and let him give him blood, to see if he could still improve.

After suppressing his excitement, he quickly ran to the field to meet his teammates with a smile on his face.

After waiting for all players from both sides to come to the middle circle, the referee blows the whistle and throws the ball up, and the game officially begins.

The University of Texas got the ball first, and TJ-Ford just passed halftime when he found Dinard pushing up.

This is Dinard's battle of redemption. He has already made up his mind to put all his energy into defense and hand over offense to Wade and Lee.

Seeing Dinard's crazy dog ​​press, TJ-Ford separated Dinard with one hand, and continued to dribble with the other hand. He couldn't help complaining in his heart: "This guy took the wrong medicine. He defended so hard in the second half and still has physical strength to play. ?"

He didn't want to fight with Dinard, so he had to reserve his strength for the next game, and then he called his teammates to come out and play a pick-and-roll.

With the pick-and-roll ready, TJ Ford made a quick start and broke into the lane with a screen.

Li Xuan saw that Dinard was blocked, and immediately ran to the basket, ready to help defend.

Before he entered the reasonable confrontation area, TJ Ford had already run into the three-second zone and was ready for a layup.

"This speed is really crazy!" Li Xuan broke out in a cold sweat. This was the fastest breakthrough he had ever seen in the NCAA!

Fortunately, Maynard stepped up to defend in time and raised his hands to interfere, but TJ Ford did not force him, but passed the ball directly to the University of Texas small forward Lawrence, who was emptied by Li Xuan, without turning his head.

Faced with such a large open space, Lawrence didn't know if it was because his hands were not warm at the beginning of the game, or because he was too nervous.

During the usual training, the open three-pointer that was always shot and hit was missed.

With a bang, strike with anger!
The moment the basketball bounced out of the hoop, Li Xuan jumped up, grabbed the rebound, and lifted the basketball very smartly, without putting the ball below his chest.

Because out of the corner of his eye, he caught a glimpse of a small man quietly approaching him and trying to take out the ball.

Li Xuan made a defensive move, but failed to let TJ Ford take out the basketball, and quickly passed the ball near the middle circle.

Wade, who had already sprinted to the middle circle, received the basketball very smoothly, and then rushed towards the basket non-stop.

At this time, none of the players from the University of Texas retreated back and could only give up chasing and watched Wade wreak havoc on his own basket.

Wade didn't waste his hard-won chance to perform. He came to the free throw line, took a big step, took off with one foot, soared into the air, and dunked the ball into the basket with one hand, ending the offense.

(End of this chapter)