Versatile Point Forward

Chapter 242
After the game, the locker room of the visiting team was filled with jubilation. No one could have imagined that the Blazers could easily win three games in a row. Now they are only one step away from the Western Conference Finals, which was not possible when they were strong last season. things.In the first round, it is true that the strong teams were basically annihilated due to the defeat of three teams in the first round, but the Blazers' own strong fighting spirit is also an important factor for them to lead the Spurs by a large score.

Even the calmest Roy and the most low-key Camby couldn't help being excited on this night, cheering for the team's victory. You must know that they are about to cross over what is known as the most competitive team in the league. The touchstone Spurs, even if their record this season can only make them seventh in the West.I have to say that the Trail Blazers this season simply climbed out of hell. Extensive injuries made them often face the dilemma of being short of major generals during the regular season. The main center Oden was even reimbursed for the season, if it wasn’t for Roy’s If the recovery speed is faster than expected, now he should also do rehabilitation exercises with the help of trainers.

And in these few games, head coach McMillan showed excellent scheduling and decision-making skills, and accurately identified the Spurs' weaknesses, and then killed them with one blow.Although this is partly due to the objective fact that the Spurs players are older, it is not something ordinary people can do to dare to make bold adjustments in the playoffs.However, McMillan knows that it is not time to celebrate. Although there has never been a tragedy in NBA history where a 3-0 lead was eventually reversed by an opponent, there have been several times when a 1-3 lead was reversed and the Spurs were so sophisticated. , As long as the Blazers are a little slack, they will definitely seize the opportunity.

He motioned to Monty to give him a whistle, and soon the shrill whistle sounded in the locker room, the Blazers players subconsciously covered their ears, and when they found out that the head coach was blowing the whistle, everyone was silent down.McMillan nodded with satisfaction, and asked everyone to sit back in their seats, listen to him while removing the protective gear, and were not allowed to eat.Everyone felt that the head coach's expression was a bit serious, so everyone sat down in their seats obediently, waiting to listen to the lecture.

McMillan paced slowly in the middle of the locker room and said: "I know everyone is happy, and so am I. Beating the Spurs in an away game is indeed something to be proud of, especially on a stage like the playoffs. But, this is not the time for us to celebrate, I know you will say that there has never been a team in NBA history that has never led 3 to 0 and was reversed by the opponent, even if it was dragged into the tiebreaker, it could win. But , The so-called laws will eventually be broken. If the Spurs can win the next game, the score will be rewritten to 1 to 3. How many times in NBA history have there been reversals from 1 to 3? The answer is 8 times. I think the first team that went 3-1 and then turned back thought like you."

"The Spurs are a very strong team. Popovich can be said to be one of the best coaches in history. I am still a junior in front of him. And Duncan, Parker and Ginobili, even Jefferson , McDyess, etc., etc., are or have been powerful players in the league. The reason why you can defeat them is because you are younger, and you can rush and run better than them. But you have experience in the playoffs. They are far inferior to them. They know what to do at what time, but you don’t know that sometimes these details can determine the outcome of a game, and even affect the trend of the entire series .”

"We should be proud of ourselves, but we can't let our guard down, and we can't easily give up our fighting spirit, because that is the magic weapon for us to defeat the enemy. If you are always so happy, and even look down on your opponent because of it, the result of the game will punish you .Guys, the game of basketball is sacred. Even a game between a strong team and a weak team can have unexpected results. Not to mention that the Spurs are by no means a weak team. If you underestimate them, you underestimate yourself. Want to Celebrate until the night after tomorrow, if you can keep beating them."

After speaking, McMillan pushed open the door and walked out, leaving a group of players in the locker room looking at each other.As the captain of the team, Roy coughed lightly, stood up and said: "Guys, we must admit that the head coach is right. It is not time for us to celebrate. This round of the series is not over yet, and our battle is still going on." Moving on. But I think as long as we show the mentality of the previous few games, we will definitely be able to return to Portland with a life the next night."

Ye Feng also stood up to support Roy, he said: "We did a good job in this game, but we will do better in the next game, completely destroying the hopes of the San Antonio people. I like them very much and I am full of hope for them." Awe, but now is the time of life and death, so no matter what you think in the next game, anyway, I will continue to work hard. This is the greatest respect for the opponent and the greatest respect for ourselves. I believe we can continue to win , Brothers, let us take a farther path than last season, it is my greatest honor to fight side by side with you!"

Two of the team's most important players spoke out, and others voiced their support.They also realized that it is only 3-0 now, not 4-0. The Spurs still have a home court waiting for them to conquer.Popovich himself made a mistake in this game, which made the Blazers' victory seem logical. The next game should not have such good luck. It will be a hard battle in all likelihood.When the strength of the two sides is not far apart, the more tenacious team can win the game. If they are still immersed in the ecstasy of leading 3 to 0, then they must be the losers.

So the Blazers players quickly took a shower, changed their clothes and left the locker room. This is to buy themselves more rest time. Only by taking a good rest can they start the fourth game in a fuller state.The Spurs' home court is not easy to conquer. In the regular season, their home record is as high as 29 wins and 12 losses. It can be said that the AT&T Center in San Antonio is the league's famous devil's home court. The last victory may be just an accident. , Can the Blazers continue their playoff journey?

(End of this chapter)