Wang Hao did not appear in the second half of the game against Slovenia.

In the end, Slovenia lost to the Chinese team with a score of 69:90. So far, the Chinese team has advanced to the knockout rounds with second place in the group. The top 16 opponents will face the Lithuanian team.

The knockout rounds begin the day after the group stage ends.

Against the Lithuanian team, a veteran European powerhouse, the Chinese team put away their laughter during the group stage.

The game has entered the knockout stage, and any mistake may ruin the entire game.

"Remember to use our insider advantage. Big Z is not here this year. Our insiders definitely have the advantage." Director Gong said loudly.

"Wang Hao, you must resolutely attack Lithuania's inside line and cause damage. And when defending, you must make up for the inside line in time." Director Gong said to Wang Hao.

"You have a heavy task, can you persevere?" Director Gong added worriedly.

"Don't worry, coach, I can play every game." Wang Hao assured by patting his chest.

"The rest of the players, if you have the opportunity, make bold shots. If you don't have the chance to pass the ball to the inside, try not to stop the ball." Director Gong once again loudly made arrangements for the Chinese team members.

Whether it can lead Chinese basketball to attack the historical record, this game is crucial. Because this win, the Chinese team will tie the best record in team history. Every subsequent game won is a breakthrough.

"Come on." A uniform roar.

The Chinese team sent out a starting lineup of Yao Ming, Yi Jianlian, Wang Hao, Liu Wei, and Wang Shipeng.

Lithuania...(The name is too long, at least 7 characters per person.).

The Chinese team resolutely followed the coach's instructions at the beginning and played very methodically.

Yao Ming resolutely played in singles and decisively hit the ball when faced with double teams.

This style of play makes Lithuania very helpless because its own big center is not here. No one can guard Yao Ming alone.

But as I continued to fight, why did my style of painting change?

"Why are you giving me this ball? Didn't you agree that Yao Ming could play it?" Looking at the ball in his hand, Wang Hao was confused. Should he do it or not?

"Let's do it!" Wang Hao decided to help his brother Yao share the "pressure".

"It's hard to get a chance to do something. How can you go outside the three-point line and shoot?".

Bang! Bang! Bang!.

Lean back three times in a row.

The defender behind him was pushed near the three-second zone.

"Oh!".

Turn around without stopping and directly squeeze the defender away.

Facing the basket, Wang Hao performed a simple two-handed dunk.

"Great job." Yao Ming praised him on the way back to defense.

"hey-hey!".

Lithuania attacks. The characteristics of European teams are fast speed and accurate shooting.

This may have had some effect against the previous Chinese team. But against the current Chinese team with Wang Hao.

The Chinese team sent a ruthless "Haha!"

The inside line guarded by Yao Ming and Yi Jianlian is simply a nightmare for a team without a strong center. Especially with Wang Hao next to him, waiting eagerly to block shots.

Bang! Bang.

The Lithuanian center failed to rely on Yao Ming twice in a row, and could only forcefully take a shot at the moment when he was about to lose his center of gravity.

"mine.".

Yi Jianlian, who was highly focused, took off the ball cap before Wang Hao did.

Wang Hao, who failed to block the shot, could only desperately grab the basketball that was sent flying by Yi Jianlian.

"The two brothers can work well together. Yao Ming leads the way, and Yi Jianlian blocks shots. It's a bit like Okur and Boozer."

Wang Hao, who was holding the ball, reached out and made a gesture, indicating that he should play slowly.

Wang Hao, who was dribbling forward, called a pick-and-roll outside the three-point line.

Yi Jianlian proposed a pick-and-roll for Wang Hao, and Yao Ming took advantage of the situation and pulled out of the three-second zone.

With the help of Yi Jianlian's pick-and-roll, Wang Hao broke through Lithuania's defense in one step and broke into the inside.

Facing the Lithuanian center's cover and pursuit, Wang Hao, who was running rapidly, threw the ball high into the sky and quickly ran out of the baseline.

Duang!!!

Yi Jianlian, who followed up after the pick-and-roll, received Wang Hao's pass and made a beautiful alley-oop.

Wang Hao, who didn’t want to be the background mascot, of course had to run out of the bottom line quickly.

"nice shot.".

The meaning of Yao Ming's pulling inside was that he did not want to block Wang Hao's offensive pace, and more importantly, he did not want to serve as a backdrop. Wang Hao rushed forward, regardless of whether there were teammates in front of him or not.

However, Yao Ming's clearance was a stroke of genius, and Yi Jianlian made an alley-oop dunk.

"Beautiful." Wang Hao and Yi Jianlian, who bumped their chests in celebration, looked very much like the Chinese version of gorillas. With their muscles as thick as old trees, no one believed they were golden monkeys.

After Lithuania failed to score a three-pointer, the coach called a timeout.

The score is 18:10 and the Chinese team leads by 8 points. There are 3 minutes left in the first quarter.

It's time for Yao Ming to rest. Since Wang Hao joined the national team, Yao Ming's rest time has been stabilized.

The timeout ended. The Chinese team replaced the shooter lineup headed by Wang Hao.

This lineup is completely designed to fit Wang Hao's style of play. It also focuses on playing fast.

After several consecutive games, Yao Ming and others called the end of the first quarter and the second quarter "Wang Hao time."

Because every time when it was their turn to play in the second quarter, the game was basically defeated by Wang Hao.

Of course Wang Hao came with this mentality this time. This Lithuanian team is almost the same as the Italian team. Wang Hao feels.

"Try to end the game in the second quarter." Wang Hao whispered to his teammates.

An 8-point lead was not enough for Wang Hao to stop playing.

Wang Hao's purpose is to end the game as soon as possible and enter garbage time.

After Wang Hao, Yao Ming in his previous life had to play a full season in the NBA because he participated in various international competitions. He has been plagued by injuries in the past few years. Even in the 2008 Olympics, he played with injuries.

Although this has something to do with the way Yao Ming is used by coaches in the NBA, it also has something to do with the fact that Yao Ming has been subjected to long-term, high-intensity confrontations in the international arena. Otherwise, Yao Ming's career would not have been so short.

Let’s not talk about his lack of ability in his previous life. Since God has given Wang Hao a chance, Wang Hao will definitely not let Yao Ming end his career early.

"Let Yao Ming continue to carry the national team!".

"It's good that I can help Brother Yao happily."

This is Wang Hao's original intention. Chinese basketball cannot live without Yao Ming.

Lithuania, who has studied the Chinese team's games, knows that the next wave will be the most difficult for them to survive. If they survive, they still have a chance, but they will be the same as the Chinese team's previous opponents. The second half is garbage time.

When Yao Ming is on the court, Wang Hao will stop playing. When Yao Ming comes off the court, it is time for Wang Hao to take over the game.

Now, Wang Hao is here.

Wang Hao held the ball outside the three-point line, keeping his eyes on the defender in front of him.

There are no extra moves, just three points.

Uh-huh!!!

Directly shot a three-pointer and scored at 21:10.

Wang Hao, who landed on the ground, faced the helpless eyes of the Lithuanian players and spread his hands.

"I can't help it, he just goes in."

In the three minutes left in the first quarter, Wang Hao completely transformed into the villain on the court.

The Lithuanian team defender also experienced the unique "care" from Wang Hao.

Wang Hao kept an eye on the ball holder throughout the game.

Finally, under Wang Hao's "unique care", the referee, who couldn't stand it, used his whistle to help the Lithuanian defender make a save.

The Lithuanian team was blocked by Wang Hao for an 8-second violation.

The Chinese team serves the ball from midfield.

Wang Hao, who has never systematically learned how to move without the ball, can only use his excellent physical condition to run blindly.

But it's really effective. If you can't catch up, those who can catch up will fly away as soon as they are squeezed by him.

Easily found an open space in the bottom corner. Wang Hao contributed another three-pointer. The score was 24:10.
Chapter completed!