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Grizzlies bench.

Hollins is eloquent, emphasizing the key points of the game to the players.

But it is not difficult to find that the generals of the Grizzlies are depressed and seem to have no fighting spirit.

"Come on, there is still some time, tell me what difficulties you have?"

Seeing the frustrated look of the team members, Hollins felt that it was useless to say more, so he simply let them talk.

"The Rockets' offensive firepower is too fierce! We can't stop at least 5 of their starting 3. How can we fight?"

Mayo complained.

If you want to talk about developing the mentality of your teammates, boosting the morale of others, and destroying your own prestige, Mayo is ranked second, and no one dares to be the first.

But it is undeniable that he told the truth this time.

Whether it is Curry, McGrady, or Yao Ming, the Grizzlies are powerless to stop.

Before today, they thought they just couldn't limit the Rockets' outside offense.

But when Yao Ming started to exert his strength, the Grizzlies suddenly discovered that this little giant from the east was also unstoppable for them!

"It's unscientific. Could it be that he was hiding his strength before?"

Gasol Jr. expressed his confusion.

If Yao Ming had fought like this earlier, how dare he talk nonsense in front of the media?

It's not because of the previous three games, he thought he restricted Yao Ming pretty well!

"Yao and Tim (Duncan) have more or less similar personalities."

"You can't ignore his offensive ability just because he keeps a low profile and puts the team first."

"Next, let's resolutely double-team. I would rather be shot to death by the Rockets' outside line than be crushed by Yao Ming like this."

"Mark, you have to work harder!"

In the end, Hollins set his sights on Gasol Jr.

Xiaojia nodded solemnly.

In the final analysis, Yao Ming became ruthless because of his remarks.

Xiaojia felt that he had the responsibility to restrain Yao Ming!

............

Unlike the depressed mood on the Grizzlies side, the Rockets' bench was full of laughter.

Everyone was praising Yao Ming's performance, and it was a little embarrassing to praise Yao Ming so much.

"Since Yao is playing so smoothly as the core of the offense, then we will strike while the iron is hot and continue to attack inside."

Mark Jackson arranged.

The rocket generals nodded one after another.

"I think they should continue to double-team me, so everyone has to be ready to catch the ball."

Yao Ming reminded.

"Don't worry, with us on the outside, if they dare to double-team you, they will definitely be punished!"

Curry said confidently.

With the accumulation of various honors, Mengshen's confidence is increasing day by day.

Shen Fei's phrase "You will become the first three-pointer in history" made Curry even more confident!

Now as long as halftime is over, he dares to shoot from any position.

And such a tendency to shoot was unthinkable in the Warriors period half a year ago!

"That is to focus on the inside, and the outside shooters wait for the opportunity to provide fire support at any time."

Mark Jackson concluded.

............

The time-out is over and the game continues.

The Grizzlies serve from the bottom line, and Conley holds the ball through the half court and plays pick-and-roll tactics with Xiaojia at the top of the arc.

With the help of a screen, Conley managed to get rid of Curry's defense.

In the face of Yao Ming, who was assisting in defense, he also behaved very calmly.

I saw Conley speeding up, holding down half of Yao Ming, and hitting the board with a high throw on the way, completing the finish!

10:4, the Grizzlies narrowed the point difference.

In the transition of offense and defense, the Rockets still transferred the ball to the inside.

After Yao Ming got the ball, he started back hitting.

This time, Marc Gaso showed his defense-level defensive ability, denying Yao Ming from outside the paint.

[Single defense succeeded! ]

Seeing this, Conley temporarily gave up the flanking attack.

Unexpectedly, the next moment Yao Ming suddenly turned around, and then shot a fallback jumper.

With a height of 2 meters and a slightly backward shooting posture...

Rao is as tall as Xiaojia, and when faced with such a shot, he can't touch the basketball, and can only watch the basketball fly over his fingers...

"Shu~"

Basketball hit the net.

12:4, the Rockets continue to lead.

After 1 minute, Yao Ming made a comeback!

This time, Conley didn't dare to be careless, and the moment Dayao hit the ball with his back, he stepped forward to flank.

But Yao Ming had been prepared for a long time, and immediately threw the ball to Curry who was ambushing outside the three-point line.

The Grizzlies' defense rotated very quickly, and Sam Young blocked Curry in time.

Rocket No. 30 was not greedy for credit, and immediately passed the ball again.

After three passes and two downs, the basketball finally returned to Yao Ming's hands.

Just at this time, Dayao found Griffin in the right bottom corner.

Without hesitation, he flicked his wrist and passed the ball.

Obviously, Griffin was deliberately let go by the Grizzlies!

[Shoot, if you can also score three points, we will admit it. ]

After seeing Griffin get the ball, Gasol thought so in his heart.

Gelifen dribbled the ball on the spot, adjusted his center of gravity, and then shot decisively.

......

......

The ball bounced high after hitting the front of the basket, and finally fell into the net miraculously!

15: 4.

The point difference came to double digits!

After another 2 minutes, the score came to 20:6.

At this time, the game had only lasted 5 minutes, but the Rockets had already led by as many as 14 points!

What's even more frightening is that these 20 points... all have something to do with Yao Ming!

Either from his scoring, or from his assists.

10 points and 4 assists - this is Yao Ming's response to doubts!

And his outstanding performance also set the tone for the game.

The Rockets have maintained a lead of more than 1 points since the first quarter.

This advantage was maintained until the end of the game.

In the end, the Rockets beat the Grizzlies again at 125:90 in the away game and successfully won Game 4 of the series!

Among them, Yao Ming scored 40 points, 23 rebounds, 11 assists, and won an epic triple-double!

The 37 minutes of playing time is also his longest since this year's playoffs.

It can be said that Yao Ming demonstrated his current highest level in this game!

And Gasol, who entered the second team of the best defense this season, was also overshadowed by the Eastern giants.

............

After the game, Yao Ming was stopped by ESPN reporters and was interviewed on the sidelines.

"Congratulations!"

The reporter shook hands with Yao Ming very excitedly and expressed congratulations.

Yao Ming smiled and nodded, waiting for the next article.

"Yao, you should also surf the Internet frequently, right? Recently, because of your being selected for the first team, there have been a lot of debates on the Internet. What do you think of this?"

the reporter asked.

"I did read some comments, some good and some bad... Everyone has their own preferences and the right to express their opinions, so I don't have anything to respond to."

"If there is a response, then I will use basketball to speak."

Yao Ming said with a smile.

"Fans have different understandings of basketball, but there are also some active players who express dissatisfaction with your selection."

After the reporter finished speaking, he looked at Yao Ming quietly.

Obviously, this question is not easy to answer, and if you are not careful, you will step on mine.

But Yao Ming, who has always been humble, rarely showed his domineering side when asked this question. He said:

"I know that there will definitely be players who question my selection. But I was questioned because they didn't recognize me."

"To these guys, I just want to respond with basketball in the game."

"After I fight them, I don't need them to recognize me anymore. I hope they can recognize themselves."

Yao Ming's tone was relaxed but firm, and there was a hint of domineering.

After hearing this, the reporter's pupils were shocked.

He couldn't believe that such domineering remarks came from Yao Ming's mouth.

In his impression, Yao Ming, like many yellow people from Asia, upholds the doctrine of the golden mean, behaves in the world without being popular or popular, and never advances rashly.

Just when the reporter was speechless by Yao Ming's words, McGrady and Curry sneaked up behind Yao Ming with a glass of ice water each, and gave Dayao a "heart-to-heart chill".

"Oh shit!"

Yao Ming yelled out from the ice.

McGrady and Curry laughed loudly around him, and then Curry handed Dayao a towel.

The appearance of the two made the interview atmosphere instantly relaxed.

"It seems that your team atmosphere is very good! Congratulations on successfully advancing to the second round!"

"Your opponent in the next round will be decided between the Thunder and the Spurs. Which team do you want to play against more?"

the reporter asked with a smile.

McGrady and Curry did not speak, and looked at Yao Ming at the same time.

Obviously, they didn't want to steal Yao Ming's limelight.

Tonight, whether it is a game or an interview, the protagonist is Dayao!

"The Spurs and the Thunder are both very strong. No matter who the opponent is in the next round, we will prepare well and work hard to win the game."

After being domineering, Yao Ming returned to his usual "official" answer mode.

"Okay, I hope the Rockets can achieve good results. Congratulations to you again, you played a perfect game!"

"Thank you."

After the interview, the three returned to the locker room together.

After some simple washing, the rocket generals took a special car and returned to the hotel.

They did not rush to rest, but got together to watch the game between the Thunder and the Spurs.

The two teams are currently fighting 2:1, with the Thunder temporarily leading.

In the last game, the Spurs relied on Ginobili's last-minute three-point lore to win the first victory in the away game with difficulty.

This also made the situation of the entire series confusing.

Originally, the Thunder had played two games in a row in the away game, and their morale was in full swing.

In the last game, if they can make another victory at home, the score will be 3:0!

The hope of the Spurs comeback is very slim.

But things backfired, and the tenacious Spurs won a crucial game.

This also allowed Spurs fans to see a glimmer of hope for a comeback.

Therefore, the importance of this game is self-evident.

If the Thunder can win, they will hold 3 match points, and the situation will be very good.

And if the Spurs can play another game, they can tie the game.

At that time, their morale and mentality will also become the dominant side!

Therefore, a big battle is about to start!

............

Tonight, the Thunder's home stadium - Chesapeake Energy Arena is full of guests, there are no vacancies!

The fans all wore blue jerseys, turning the scene into a blue ocean.

"okc!!!"

"okc!!!"

"okc!!!"

............

Before the game started, excited Thunder fans began to cheer for the team.

The sound was so loud that it seemed that the roof of the arena would be lifted in the next moment!

"The atmosphere of this home court is quite fanatical..."

In a conference room of the hotel, Lowry sighed.

"Our Toyota Center arena is larger, but the number of seats is about the same as the Thunder's home stadium, and the atmosphere created will naturally be weaker."

Yao Ming explained.

"Boss seems to be busy with the new arena recently. I heard that he wants us to play in the new arena within two years!"

"I've heard that too, and some media said that the cost of this new arena will hit a record high!"

"The boss is too rich! Does he have a cash cow? He is only in his 20s, how did you make so much money..."

"It is said that the equipment in the new arena is very advanced! Not only will the fans' viewing experience be improved, but we will also be more comfortable when preparing for the game."

......

Players, you talk to me.The topic has gone off track.

"Okay, let's get our attention back first, today's game is about our opponents in the second round."

Mark Jackson was discharged from the hospital.

Everyone immediately stopped chatting and refocused their eyes on the TV screen.

"The Thunder have changed. When Harden mentions the starting lineup...their starting lineup is even stronger!"

Curry touched his chin and said.

"But in contrast, there is one less explosive point in the connection between Thunder and Thunder."

George added.

"It's actually not difficult to solve. They just need to ensure that at least one player in San Shaoli stays on the field, and the team's firepower will not be lacking."

Mark Jackson explained.

George nodded.

While everyone was talking, the game officially started!

............

The referee threw the ball high!

Duncan was old and strong, and with a big wave of his hand, he actually won Ibaka's scrimmage.

The Spurs go first!

Parker passed the half court with the ball and came to the top of the arc to organize.

In the first round, he chose the safest way of attack-handing the ball to Duncan inside.

Shi Fu held the ball high in front of his body after getting the ball, and felt the defense behind him with his back.

And Ibaka behind him stepped off his horse, concentrating on it, as if he was facing a big enemy.

"Bang~"

"Bang~"

With the sound of body collision, Duncan, who has a tonnage advantage, successfully advanced to the vicinity of the three-second zone.

He then turned forward, raised his right foot slightly, then flicked his wrist lightly, and made a hook shot...

Ibaka struggled to take off, but the basketball flew a centimeter or so above his fingertips.

Then, the ball hit the backboard and bounced into the net.

2: 0.

The Spurs head start!

But before the Spurs had time to celebrate, Perkins immediately came to the bottom line and quickly served the bottom line.

With a big wave of his hand, he passed the ball to Westbrook who was running.

After receiving the ball, Westbrook turned into a bolt of lightning and instantly rushed to the hinterland of the Spurs!

While traveling, he encountered Ginobili's obstruction.

In the blink of an eye, Wei Shao leaned on the demon knife with his left hand, turned around with unmatched speed, and easily passed the latter.

After completing the pass, the front of him is unimpeded!