Just when everyone thought Wen Hao was going to pass the ball to Harden and stopped, Wen Hao suddenly started again and rushed towards the inside.
Paul thought that Wen Hao was going to fall down and defend his position. He had already stabilized his pace, but he didn't expect Wen Hao to suddenly start again. It was too late for him to start to defend again.
Paul didn't expect it, nor did the other Clippers players. Griffin even watched Wen Hao pass by and didn't react.
Wen Hao ended the attack with a graceful three-step layup.
With this goal, the Rockets had reduced the point difference to 3 points, and Clippers head coach Doc Rivers had to call a timeout.
Wen Hao vs. Paul, in the first round, Wen Hao temporarily had the upper hand.
Rivers watched the Clippers players come off the court, his face as steel, his eyes as sharp as a knife, and he looked very angry. He couldn't tolerate the 7-point advantage disappearing in two minutes, but what he couldn't tolerate even more was the point difference.
The reduction was actually due to a Rockets substitute player. This is simply a joke!
"Chris, you made two consecutive mistakes, you should be responsible for the current situation." Chris' expression looked very stern.
"Yes, boss." Paul did not argue. Rivers was originally invited by the Clippers at his strong request, and he was full of respect for Rivers.
"Each of you has a responsibility," Rivers said, glaring at the main players who just came on the field. "Three fast breaks, we actually let people play three fast breaks in four rounds. And in these three fast breaks, there were
It was impossible to win twice because you did not retreat in time or even slacked off in defense. Especially in the last fast break, we were clearly able to get into position, but the Chinese suddenly activated us to attack the inside line. You guys
Where is the defense, where is it?!"
Everyone on the Clippers was speechless by Rivers. They all lowered their heads, but they already hated Wen Hao in their hearts. It was all because of this Chinese.
Rivers didn't seem to understand his hatred. He turned to Paul and said: "Chris, you are an old player. I thought you would not be swayed by the provocative remarks of the Chinese, but... I was wrong. Now it seems that you are actually
I got angry with that Chinese, do you think that’s okay?”
Paul opened his mouth, as if he wanted to tell the difference, but Rivers said again: "Now, all your main players are sitting off the court. Let me take a good look at how the substitutes play." As he said that, he put most of the main players on the floor.
Substituted, leaving only Griffin and DeAndre Jordan on the inside.
On the Rockets side, Wen Hao walked off the court, and several teammates stepped forward to celebrate with him: "Well done, Wen Hao."
"You're so good that even Paul was dumbfounded. You're so impressive."
"It seems like what you said is true. You can definitely challenge Paul. At least that's the case in this section."
Wen Hao listened to his teammates, looked at Paul in the Clippers rest area, and said secretly: "Chris, our battle has just begun."
After returning from the timeout, Paul did not return, and the Rockets replaced Harden, while Wen Hao and Howard remained on the court.
The fans were not surprised. It was the last two minutes of the first quarter, and it was time for Paul to take a rest. But they were not happy, because in the duel between Paul and Wen Hao just now, Paul did not have the upper hand at all.
Even... they are even temporarily at a disadvantage, which they don't want to think about. A player who was on a short contract a few days ago is suddenly above their big Paul. How can they tolerate this?
?
"When Paul comes on the court in the second quarter, he will definitely give the Chinese a good look."
"This is only the first quarter, it's still early."
"This Chinese person wants to defeat Paul with these few passes and breakthroughs? It's a fantasy!"
When Paul left the game, Clippers fans could only comfort themselves in their hearts.
Smith, the commentator on the sidelines, also said with some interest: "It's really unexpected. In the first few rounds, that kid was able to compete with Paul on a par. It's so surprising."
Another commentator, Lawler, said: "He does have a few tricks up his sleeve. But I believe he is just on par with Paul for the time being. When Paul comes on the court in the second quarter, he will definitely be able to see what a real point guard is. Well, no need to
Paul and Crawford are enough for him to drink a pot."
"Yes, we still have Crawford. Let him see the power of a super sixth man."
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When Wen Hao saw Crawford on the court, he was not as low-spirited as when he saw a regular substitute. Instead, he was full of fighting spirit. Who is Crawford? He was once the best sixth man in the league, scoring 52 points in a single game.
He is a super scorer. His "butterfly through flowers" skill is even more famous in the NBA. Although he is not as shining as those superstars, he can still be regarded as radiant.
Crawford is the leader of the Clippers bench. As soon as he comes on the court, the ball is concentrated in his hands. Basically, he only gives it to others when he has had enough.
At this time, he dribbled the ball past half-court, facing Wen Hao's defense, he made a "cut" sound in his mouth, and began his butterfly-through-flower performance. I saw his continuous changes of direction behind his back, allowing Wen Hao to
He had no idea where the ball was. When he turned to the left for the fourth time, his speed suddenly increased. At the same time, he jumped with both feet and took a big step to the left.
With just this move, Wen Hao was separated by two positions, and he broke through to the inside line and scored with a throw.
"Wow..."
The somewhat silent Staples Center was instantly activated by his goal, and the fans cheered loudly. After Paul was given the upper hand by Wen Hao, they now pinned their hopes on Crawford.
Crawford put his right hand next to his ear, making a listening gesture, then turned his head, glanced at Wen Hao proudly, and walked away.
"Oh... that Chinese guy is simply vulnerable in front of Crawford. Crawford's butterfly piercing flower is simply overkill when used on him, hahahaha..." The commentator Lawler seemed to finally let out a bad breath.
.
"That's right, in the face of Crawford's offense, he didn't even have the power to fight back. Now let's see how he responds to Crawford's defense." Smith, another commentator, echoed.
In the unanimous disapproval of the two commentators, Wen Hao dribbled to the frontcourt, opened his left hand, and motioned for other teammates to pull away. The next moment, facing Crawford, he suddenly made a move that was beyond everyone's expectations.
action. I saw him change direction four times in a row, but this time it was from behind, which was exactly the same as Crawford's change of direction before.
"Could it be..."
Before the commentator finished speaking, Wen Hao passed the ball to the left behind his right hand, and then made a big jump, instantly throwing away Crawford by two positions. Crawford didn't even react at all. Wen Hao made a big jump.
Hao took this opportunity to get inside and score with a throw.
"Butterfly... wears flowers..." Lawler couldn't help crying out softly.
"Exactly like Crawford!" Smith also exclaimed.
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[Thanks to book friend Leon Zheng for the reward. Since you are so heroic, I will also be more heroic. I will add another chapter tomorrow as a thank you for your continued support. Tomorrow’s first update will be at midnight, if you haven’t slept by then Book lovers can take a sneak peek]
