In the past, the definition of three-pointers in the basketball world was more of an auxiliary means. It was not until the emergence of Curry that people suddenly discovered that three-pointers can break the original rules of the basketball world if they are accurate to a certain extent.
Therefore, even though Wang Zelin has the advantage in terms of statistics and record at this stage, he still has some worries in his heart when facing the Warriors.
After all, his opponent is an unprecedented and epoch-making great player!
Speaking more broadly, facing such an opponent, even if Jordan comes, I can't say that I can definitely defeat him.
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After the warm-up, Wang Zelin returned to the bench and looked at the evaluation of the opponent's players' abilities.
As expected, Curry's ability evaluation has reached an astonishing 98 points, currently second only to Wang Zelin and James.
In addition to Curry, the boss, the ability distribution of other Warriors players is also quite strong. Klay Thompson has 88 points, Draymond Green has 87 points, Harrison Barnes has 79 points, and Yili has 78 points.
Godala, Shaun Livingston with 76 points, BoGt with 75 points.
In addition, there are many high-quality substitutes such as Leandro Barbosa, Festus Ezeli, Brendan Rush, Marlis Speights, etc.
Without the Trail Blazers, the Warriors would undoubtedly be the only team in the league... What a pity, there is no if in reality!
Soon, the preparations before the game ended and the starting players from both sides came on stage.
For the Trail Blazers, Lillard, Barton, Batum, Aldridge, and Wang Zelin will start.
For the Warriors, the starting lineup of Curry, Thompson, Barnes, Green, and Ezeli appeared.
Due to injuries, BoGt has missed several games of the Warriors, and this game is no exception.
In desperation, Warriors coach Kerr had no choice but to replace substitute center Festus Ezeli in the starting position.
But in this way, the Warriors must be prepared to be beaten inside.
Of course, even if BoGt is still there, he will only end up being beaten in front of Wang Zelin.
As soon as Wang Zelin and Ezeli met during the jump ball in the middle circle, the latter looked up and saw Wang Zelin's eyes, and his heart suddenly jumped, and he had already given up in advance.
"Tch! It turns out it's a big softie!"
Wang Zelin said disdainfully without even raising his eyelids.
However, Ezeli remained unchanged, as if he was not the one he was talking about.
Amid the cheers of the fans at the scene, at 7 o'clock in the evening, the referee blew the whistle to start the game on time and threw the ball into the air.
"Snapped!"
Seeing that he has a better height, wingspan, better bounce, and faster bounce... That damn Blazers No. 36 defeated Ezeli and won the jump ball. The cheers of the fans at the Oracle Arena turned into chants of "Return to defense."
!Return to defense!”
Such a violent atmosphere at the scene made the Trail Blazers players feel like they were back in the Western Conference Finals of last year's playoffs!
As one of the teams that has suddenly emerged in recent years, the Golden State Warriors seem to have ushered in the most wonderful period in team history under the leadership of Curry. During this period, Warriors fans are undoubtedly the happiest fans in team history.
A strong home team and a strong star player make Warriors fans increasingly fanatical.
To this day, Oracle Arena has completely become the devil's home stadium that most teams in the league are afraid of!
No, before the playoffs, the Warriors fans who were approaching the final stage of the regular season showed their wild and violent side, trying to use this method to intimidate the visiting visiting team players.
However, when faced with such a situation at the scene, not only did the Portlanders show no sign of fear on their faces, but they seemed to have taken stimulants, and their expressions became more and more excited.
Just kidding, in terms of fanaticism, there is almost no current team that can surpass the Portland Trail Blazers fans!
In terms of the devilishness of the home court, no current team’s home court can surpass the Rose Garden Arena!
Just because the Trail Blazers have just won two consecutive championships, they are undoubtedly the most successful team in the league in these two seasons, and they are also the strongest team.
Confidence comes from strong strength!
This is like the Purple and Gold fans during Kobe's two championship years. They gave people the impression that they were arrogant. Whenever a visiting team player comes to Staples, you can feel it in every Purple and Gold fan.
A burst of enthusiasm and confidence that is going to poke a hole in the sky!
Facing the huge pressure from around him, Lillard saw that there was no hope of fast break after receiving the ball, and slowly advanced to the frontcourt with the ball.
Lillard holds the ball at the top of the arc and observes the movement of the Trail Blazers players. Wang Zelin pulls to the three-point line and wants to play a pick-and-roll. Green immediately switches defense and presses closely.
"Asian, you won't be able to score easily tonight!"
In the penalty area, Green really couldn't handle one-on-one defense, but outside the three-point line, Green really didn't believe he couldn't guard Wang Zelin.
In Green's opinion, this guy has only made a few three-pointers in his career, and he has never made one this season. He also considers himself to be the best inside player in the league in defending three-pointers.
This wave, this wave is my advantage!
"It's just you?!"
Wang Zelin sneered and tried to get rid of Green to catch the ball. Green stuck to him like candy. Wang Zelin failed to get rid of him in the first attempt.
At this moment, he suddenly accelerated and threw in. Green hurriedly followed up, trying to block it. The difference in strength caused Green to be bounced away.
Seeing Wang Zelin cutting into the basket, Lillard pushed the ball with both hands and threw it into the air...
"boom!"
But Wang Zelin suddenly pulled up, caught the basketball against Ezeli's defense, and poured the ball into the basket with both hands.
2:0, the Trail Blazers took the lead.
It's the Warriors' turn to attack.
Curry held the ball outside the three-point line in the frontcourt. Green was about to put up a screen, but he shook his head and motioned for everyone to pull away.
Curry is ready for singles!
Lillard presses closely. In this game, his primary goal is to prevent Curry's three-pointer.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Curry, who was shaking his head as if carelessly.
As time slowly passed, with 9 seconds left, Curry, who had been leisurely and idle, instantly changed his rhythm and continued to accelerate in disguise.
Fake moves, fake moves, continuous fake moves!
Curry bowed to Buddha, pretended to break through, and pulled back outside the three-point line. Lillard was finally shaken away. Curry seized the shooting gap, pulled up and shot immediately.
In terms of three-point shot speed, Curry is definitely second to none among three-pointers. Lillard's brain reacted, but his movements could not keep up. He jumped into the air and flew straight towards the basket.
"Shua——!"
Curry hit a hollow three-pointer into the net, and responded with a three-pointer at the beginning.
The primary school student raised his head, looked at Wang Zelin arrogantly and said: "Look, you can't guard against me either. If you have the ability, let's use some tricks!"
Wang Zelin responded with his eyes: "Then I'll satisfy you!"