basketball hero

Chapter 729 The Soul of the Team

Ying Xiong was not replaced until 2 minutes and 8 seconds left in the second quarter.In the competition between the second teams of the two teams, the second team of the Raptors led by Jeremy Lin stubbornly withstood the second team of the Cavaliers led by James.So at this time the difference between the two sides is still 11 points, and it has not been opened.

"During this time, Jeremy played really well. Otherwise, the point difference would be widened to double digits. Even if he should come back and recover, it would not be easy to catch up!" Jeff Van Gundy said.

Dellavedova dribbles over and picks and rolls with James in the high post.

"Cleveland let the wing and the point guard play the pick-and-roll, it really feels very novel!" Mike Breen said with some surprise.

"With LeBron's size, his screen quality is better than the average inside player. And once disassembled, LeBron can cut inside, can play outside, and has a variety of tactics. Let the strongest player on the team be the finisher. It's really lethal!" Jeff Van Gundy said.

Dellavedova gave the ball to James, who was going down the line, and the latter hit the inside and then scored the outside James Jones. The latter made a 3-pointer from the bottom corner-hit!
The point difference was widened to 9 points!This is the biggest difference between the two teams in this game so far!

The scene was a little quiet, and even fans who were as proud as the Raptors were a little worried.One's own trump card has not shown its power for a long time, but the opponent seems to be really strong, especially the second team led by James, the offense is really good.

"If there is no response, once the point difference is widened to double digits, it will be difficult for Toronto!" Mike Breen said.

"I think, if Ying's physical condition is fine, it's time to fight back!" Jeff Van Gundy said quietly.

Jeremy Lin dribbled the ball over and saw Ying Xiong winking at him.He was overjoyed, knowing that this friend of his was going to exert his strength.The two have known each other for many years, and they can see many thoughts of each other with just one look.

Ying Xiong received the ball at the top of the arc, and the eyes of the fans all fell on him. For Raptors fans, this yellow man carries too much hope for the team.If he can't stand it, then the team will probably lose an excellent opportunity to build a dynasty.

——This kind of opportunity, I don't know how many years it will take to reappear again.

Ying Xiong holds the ball and faces JR Smith.

JR has a generous expression, he is not afraid of anyone, even if the "God of Basketball" Michael Jordan stands in front of him, he will not feel afraid, maybe more excited.

Ying Xiong called Patterson up to cover, and James Jones, who was defending Patterson, followed immediately.

When the Cavaliers defended Ying Xiong and his teammates' pick-and-rolls, the strategy they adopted was to delay, not to switch or double-team.For shooters like Patterson, they are unwilling or afraid to let go, and Yingxiong's long-range shooting percentage in this game is not high. They allow him a certain amount of long-range shooting space to prevent breakthroughs.

Ying Xiong did not shoot a 3-pointer immediately. He immediately activated the moment the screen happened, holding the ball and advancing towards the baseline.

James Jones immediately went over to delay, but he was still a beat behind.

Ying Xiong accelerated and cut in ahead of JR who came back.Standing under the basket is TT, and he and JR behind him want to respond to Xiong with a "cooperation from the inside to the outside".

Ying Xiong suddenly decelerated during the acceleration process, which made the JR behind him a little unexpected, and even rushed over his head when chasing and defending.

At this moment, Ying Xiong received the ball, took off, and collided with the chasing JR body in a natural and timely manner. In this case, his body did not have any major shift in the center of gravity.I saw him take advantage of his excellent lingering in the air to steadily hit the ball into the basket!
Of course, during this process, the referee's whistle sounded without any suspense——

"Beautiful! Bang—" Mike Breen explained excitedly.

"The ball was well timed and the score was right. Tristan on the inside didn't have time to block the shot, and JR on the outside was tricked into fouling and scored the ball. This kind of ability to read the game is really good!" Jeff Van Gundy said Begrudge your praise, can't help boasting.

Ying Xiong stood on the free throw line and steadily made additional free throws, reducing the difference between the two sides to 6 points.

The Cavaliers still played James + Dellavedova's high pick-and-roll, but this time, James Jones missed a 3-pointer!
Terrence Ross grabbed the rebound and handed it to Ying Xiong to advance.

Ying Xiong made a transition with the ball. While traveling at high speed, he hit the ground with one hand long and accurately, and it was accurately delivered to Jeremy Lin, who was fast down in front. The latter caught the ball and avoided the opponent's block, and made a layup!

"How did the ball pass?" Mike Brin rubbed his eyes and asked in disbelief.

"Look at the action replay, to be honest, I didn't see it!" Jeff Van Gundy said.

With only 4 points left, the Cavaliers requested a timeout!
There were cheers and screams at the scene, and Ying Xiong's sudden effort on the offensive end gave the fans of the home team the hope of winning, and the uneasiness and depression accumulated in their hearts disappeared without a trace in an instant.

After the timeout, the Cavaliers made personnel adjustments. They replaced James Jones with Love, Irving replaced Dellavedova; the Raptors also made substitutions, and Valanciunas came on to replace Hansbu Lu.

The game continues.

For the Cavaliers, Irving came up with a forced pull-up jumper after a singles-but no!
On the Raptors side, Patterson responded to Xiong's second pass and shot a 3-pointer-knocking out of the frame.

James received the rebound, and came over for a layup from the backcourt, but was interfered by Ying Xiong-missed!
Jeremy Lin accepted the rebound, slowly dribbled over, and controlled the rhythm at the top of the arc.

"Jeremy did the right thing. He played a little impatiently just now. It might be better to stabilize!" Jeff Van Gundy praised.

Jeremy Lin passed the ball to Ying Xiong who was reaching for the ball.

Ying Xiong held the ball on the left wing, and his teammates immediately pulled away, allowing him to play JR one-on-one on the weak side.

The Cavaliers still didn't go up to double-team. If they go to double-team at this time, with Ying Xiong's ability to play the ball, there is a high probability that the opponent will get a big open shot.

Ying Xiong faced JR with the ball, took a tentative step, and made a fake move. Suddenly, he made a jump shot—the ball entered the frame domineeringly!

"JR didn't respond!" Mike Breen was a little dissatisfied with JR's defense just now.

"Even if JR reacts to this ball, it will be too late." Jeff Van Gundy explained.

There are only 2 points left in the point difference, and now the Cavaliers are starting to worry about changing.

Irving dribbled over and gave it to James.

After holding the pick-and-roll with the ball, James burst into the inside line. After European stepping away from Valanciunas, he made a layup with his left hand!
"Good shot! At the critical moment, a superstar is still needed!" Mike Breen exclaimed.

"This ball is too critical. If you miss it and get hit by Toronto, the momentum will be completely different." Jeff Van Gundy nodded and said.

(End of this chapter)