Before the game, Clippers players arriving at the Rose Garden Arena were stopped by reporters for interviews.
"Chris, you lost to the Trail Blazers 1:2 in the regular season, and your record was much worse than the Trail Blazers. Are you confident that you can defeat the Trail Blazers and advance?"
Reporters will not pick up any pot.
However, Paul, who is in his 10th year in the NBA, is already an out-and-out veteran. He naturally knows what these reporters are thinking, but he will not let them get their wish:
"Man, you have to know that the regular season and the playoffs are different, and we will respond with a more positive attitude."
"Blake, the outside world says that the Clippers' title of alley-oop city has been replaced by the Trail Blazers. What do you think?"
The reporter continued to ask.
"I'm sorry, I've never heard these rumors."
Griffin avoided talking about the competition in the so-called "Lob City". Instead, DeAndre Jordan angrily grabbed the microphone and shouted:
"Our goal this year is to win the championship. It's just the Portland Trail Blazers. I'll make them look good next."
Paul and Griffin saw Griffin's statement, but did not choose to stop it.
Because a team must not only have good actors but also bad actors, so Jordan is very suitable to take on the responsibility of playing the villain and spouting trash.
This can be seen just from his face.
It was the Trail Blazers' turn to play at home, and their response was quite sharp.
"Wang, are you confident that you can defeat the Clippers and advance?"
a young reporter asked.
"On your first day as a reporter? Do you still have to ask this question?"
Wang Zelin smiled contemptuously.
The young reporter was suddenly confused and looked at Wang Zelin confusedly. Are you too crazy?
"Ahem," a cough suddenly came from around, and another reporter asked: "Wang, how many games do you expect to win the Clippers?"
"I'll try to... be as quick as possible."
Wang Zelin's tone was very calm, and his words were not particularly domineering.
But it feels very weird.
What does "try to go as fast as possible" mean?
If you want to sweep the Clippers, just say so!
However, reporters are quite satisfied with Wang Zelin's statement because fans love to see this.
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Away team locker room.
"Listen to that kid's pre-match interview, he's so arrogant!"
"That's right, what do you mean by going as fast as possible? He clearly looks down on us!"
"I must give him a good look tonight!"
"That's right, let's work together tonight, try to beat the Trail Blazers by more than 30 points, and slap that Chinese boy in the face..."
After the Clippers players learned from reporters that Wang Zelin had harsh words before the game, they vented their dissatisfaction in the locker room.
"Well, to use Chinese culture to describe it, Wang Zelin is trying to provoke us. He just wants to anger us before the game and thus affect our game state.
So we must not be fooled, we must adjust your mentality and prepare for the game well."
Clippers coach Doc Rivers laughed.
Although this guy's coaching career has led his team to a 3:1 lead that was reversed more than once in the playoffs, we have to admit that this guy's language skills and personality charm are definitely at the top of the list among NBA head coaches.
Top level.
This can be seen just from Doc Rivers' status in the minds of many black players.
In a few words, the smell of gunpowder among the Clippers players in the locker room disappeared in an instant.
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During the players' warm-up period, the Chinese fans in front of the TV were very excited.
Last year, Wang Zelin led the team to the Western Conference Finals in his first season, which brought them a big surprise. Unexpectedly, this year he scored a 4:0 gentlemanly sweep of his opponents in the final round. Everything now is so different from last year's plot development.
similar.
"Kill the Clippers, it's best to sweep them 4:0!"
"Come on, king, we will always support you!"
"I can't wait to see the Clippers' grandchildren being hung up and beaten."
"Come on, this year's champion!"
Countless fans in front of the TV are looking forward to the next game.
Back to the Rose Garden Arena.
Chaotingtai live broadcast seats.
"The King led the Blazers to the regular season championship in the first round of the playoffs. I hope they can continue this upward momentum in the second round semifinals!"
Ke Fan said.
"I really hope to see the day when Zelin wins the championship soon!"
Sun Zhengping, who was the special guest commentator for tonight's game, laughed.
The words are filled with the sincere blessings of the older generation of basketball players for Wang Zelin, the young leader of the Chinese Men’s Basketball Team.
"I believe that day will come soon."
Ke Fan was in awe and nodded silently.
During the conversation between the two, the game is about to begin.
The Trail Blazers' lineup is the same as the handwheel.
At this time, the Trail Blazers were about to appear, and the lights in the entire venue suddenly dimmed. A bright beam of light guided everyone, and they all turned their attention to the exit of the passage.
"Come forward, brothers! We will crown our throne with the blood of our enemies!"
Facing the thundering cheers in the Rose Garden, Wang Zelin made his final appearance. His expression remained indifferent. After returning to the team, he made the most passionate declaration of victory to Lillard, Aldridge and others.
"Look, the king is coming out! He's coming out!"
In the live broadcast booth, Ke Fan shouted excitedly.
Sun Zhengping continued: "He is indeed the most popular candidate for MVP this season. Zelin has become one of the best players in the five positions in the league!"
At the same time, a large number of posts appeared on domestic online basketball forums, with countless people expressing their opinions.
The centers of both sides came to the center circle and jumped the ball.
"Hey, DeAndre, I hope your performance tonight satisfies me!"
When he saw Jordan, Wang Zelin shouted.
He was as fierce as a tiger before the game and as timid as a dog during the game. This is Jordan's mentality at this time.
However, after feeling the attention of the fans behind him and the media outside the court, the reckless Jordan had no choice but to answer the question bravely and replied with a look of disdain:
"Boy, are you just a loudmouth?"
"Tch, what's wrong with my big mouth? It's you, hehe. I really hope that when the competition comes later, you can still maintain your current unruly attitude."
Wang Zelin retorted without giving in.
Beep~
After the whistle blew, the referee came between the two men.
After all, Jordan's running and picking talent is not limited. Wang Zelin is fully focused and ready to jump the ball.
With a snap, Wang Zelin touched the ball first, and the Blazers made the first attack.
The Blazers' first game of the Western Conference semifinals has officially begun.