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108 to 102, the Nets defeated the Cavaliers at home and won the Thanksgiving Day game.

Post-game statistics showed that for the Nets, Lin Ying had 31 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists, Johnson had 21 points and 4 rebounds, JR Smith had 15 points, and Livingston had 13 points and 7 assists.

For the Cavaliers, Irving had 27 points and 5 assists, Harden had 22 points and 12 assists, Josh Smith had 17 points and 7 rebounds, and Tristan Thompson had 11 points and 11 rebounds.

The most intuitive feeling of fans after watching this game:

First, the Cavaliers are really strong now and have the ability to fight tough battles.

Second, after regaining their form, the Nets' lineup is still very deep.

Especially Livingston's performance can be said to be amazing.

There is no shortage of talent in this league, and there are also many talents ruined by injuries.

But not many can perform well after suffering serious injuries.

Especially for Livingston, a video of his injury went viral on Tube. Later, the NBA asked Tube to remove it because it was too bloody.

Many people know his story, so if he comes back, many people will be touched.

In this post-match press conference, Karl was full of praise for Livingston's performance without Lin Ying's help.

The reason is simple. If Livingston can maintain this kind of performance, then Deron can rest more!

Lin Ying was also in a pretty good mood.

First it was JR, then Livingston. The continuous performance of role players was the biggest difference from that in Phoenix.

If we can continue this momentum, we will have a much better chance of defending our title when we have enough energy in the playoffs.

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After the press conference, Lin Ying went back to the locker room first, and then went to the infirmary.

DeLong and Livingston were there again for protective treatment.

Although Deron did not play today, this treatment is part of his recovery from injury.

"Sean, this is for you."

Lin Ying said and handed Livingston a pair of shoes.

It was a pair of out-of-print LinK-1 sneakers, mandarin duck shoes, in three colors: black, white and gold.

This pair of shoes is now very rare on the market.

Moreover, Lin Ying also signed a new name on it.

Livingston looked shocked, he knew the value of this pair of shoes now.

"It's too expensive."

Livingston actually wanted it, but as he said, the gift was a bit too expensive.

"Just think of it as an inspiration. If you can continue to perform so well, it's worth it."

Lin Ying said directly.

He said in front of the Brooklyn fans that he would defend his title. In order to do that, it is important to properly motivate his teammates.

And Livingston deserves it.

"Then I'll accept it."

Livingston did not refuse, mainly because he really wanted it.

This feeling is similar to owning a pair of AJ1.

"It seems I have to work harder."

Delong said with a smile on the side.

"Okay, when you win the championship, I will also give you a pair, a commemorative edition."

Lin Ying said with a smile.

"You can't lie to anyone."

When Delong heard this, every piece of flesh on his face expressed excitement.

The classic LinK-1 can be bought for a little money, but the commemorative edition is really priceless.

Lin Ying smiled and reached out to fist bump with Delong.

The two of them have reached an agreement.

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After Thanksgiving, Americans have begun to enter into a "waiting for the New Year" mentality similar to that in China.

Because in less than a month, it will be their most important day of the year, Christmas.

Stern has arranged three grand battles this year, and the New York Derby is one of them.

It would be inappropriate for two championship teams to be in the same city, or a big city like New York, without arrangements.

And the Knicks are performing very strongly this year.

Their record in November is 13 wins and 1 loss!

This record is only slightly worse than last year's Nets start.

Some fans were originally worried that Riley's strength would conflict with James' character.

But in the end that worry proved to be unnecessary.

Although Riley has not coached for some years, his understanding of basketball has always been at the forefront.

The most classic one is that he proposed that the positions of basketball will become blurred in the future, and will eventually become five swingmen of about 2 meters.

Although his theory was not fully realized until Lin Ying's time, it was indeed developing in that direction.

And the more important point is the player mentality.

Next summer will be the contract option year for the Big Three in 2003.

They originally signed this contract to extend it to a long-term contract, but if they continue to fail to win the championship, no one can guarantee that they will continue to stay, including themselves.

At such a juncture, they, especially James, often choose to give in.

Combining these factors, the Knicks have shown their strongest combat effectiveness in recent seasons.

Even better than the 2010~2011 season when they won the championship.

Even James, after saying "I want to bring 7 championships to New York," once again made a bold statement about winning the championship.

"It's now or never to win the championship!"

This sentence can be translated as "no retreat". James described this season as a season where he must win the championship.

Against this background, the New York Derby in this Christmas battle has been given higher expectations.

After all, the Nets are the defending champions, and if they want to win the championship, they must cross the Nets.

So with one month left before the Christmas Day game, the league has already started to promote this derby game.

Domestic fans also call this game: NBA Spring Festival Gala.

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Time flies to mid-December.

During the past period, the Nets' rotation has undergone some changes.

First of all, Livingston has performed stably and has replaced Barbosa's previous rotation position.

Then Anderson squeezed out O'Neal's rotation position and became Chandler's first substitute.

Finally, Kirilenko suffered a back injury, and second-year rookie Crowder got some opportunities.

Claude has a 3D style of play, and he has been practicing with Lin Ying in the Breakfast Club, and his strength has improved.

It can be said that he finally waited for his opportunity, and then he took it immediately.

However, his temper was a bit hot. During a game against the Warriors, he had a conflict with Pachulia and punched him directly.

This punch cost him 25,000 yuan and he was suspended for 3 games.

Of course, it also earned him a new nickname within the Nets: the Brooklyn Beast.

Why not call him Boxing Champion?

Because we already have Chandler and Deron!

And the nickname "Beast" can also highlight Crowder's passion for the game.

Crowder's defensive effort is very much like Butler's.

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The Christmas Day game is getting closer and closer, and there are more and more discussions about the derby.
To be continued...