However, perhaps it was yesterday's disastrous defeat that greatly stimulated Nowitzki. As the game came to the final critical quarter, although Wang Zelin sent two volleyball blocks in the last quarter, this did not affect the latter's success.
With a hot touch, he not only hit 3 three-pointers in a single quarter, but the golden rooster independence in the mid-range was even more difficult to guard against.
With 42 points, 15 rebounds and 3 assists, Nowitzki showed off his magic in the Rose Garden Arena today. In the last meeting between the two sides in the 2015-16 season, the Mavericks finally defeated the Trail Blazers on the court.
It is worth mentioning that this is not only the first time Nowitzki has scored more than 40 points in a single game this season, it is also the first time since his championship season in 2011 that he has scored 42 points in a single game during the regular season.
In terms of scoring alone, Nowitzki may be the most offensive power forward in NBA history. After retiring in the future, his total career points will be enough to verify this.
But in a certain aspect, he is somewhat similar to Durant. Both of them have physical problems common to big pitchers.
This has resulted in Nowitzki scoring more than 50 points in only two games during the regular season in his entire career, and only about 10 games in which he scored more than 40 points in a single game.
Of course, everything has pros and cons.
Due to their extraordinary height, Nowitzki and Durant's scoring explosiveness is far inferior to that of other historical players, but their super high shooting points also allow them to have excellent offensive stability, which can be maintained for ten years.
stable firepower output.
That's the case with this game.
When the veteran driver enters the state, even Wang Zelin has a hard time restraining him. The only thing he can do is to fight attack with attack.
Unfortunately, under the influence of Nowitzki, other Mavericks players are also experiencing outbreaks.
Jose Barilla, who was the hero of the championship last year, scored 18 points on the spot!
Former All-Star David Lee stepped up off the bench and scored 22 points and 8 rebounds!
In the end, the Mavericks defeated the invincible Trail Blazers 125:114 on the road, allowing Wang Zelin and his teammates to suffer their seventh defeat of the season.
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At the post-game press conference, the audience with Wang Zelin and Coach Terry was crowded with reporters as always.
Naturally, the schedule provided for the media has long been taken away, and more reporters can only squeeze into the corners of the room to record or shoot.
Although they lost, Wang Zelin's mood was not greatly affected. After all, the Trail Blazers' record was 63 wins and 7 losses, and they were still unmatched.
In addition, in his heart, he even vaguely agreed with Nowitzki's victory tonight, because the veteran's performance was worthy of this victory!
"Okay, now everyone can just ask questions." As soon as the chief information officer finished speaking, a reporter suddenly stood up.
"Mr. Wang, how do you view Nowitzki's 42 points as a loss of the game?"
Wang Zelin was not afraid of the innocuous question. He smiled politely at the reporter and put his head in front of the microphone.
"Oh, my God! Are you sure that the guy I am playing against tonight is an old guy who is almost 38 years old? He actually scored 42 points. I even suspect that he secretly added ten years to his profile...
Haha, just kidding! Anyway, congratulations to Dirk, his performance is fully worthy of this victory.
At the same time, he successfully made me a backdrop tonight. But losing one game will not stop us. This season is still very long, and we will persist until the end."
As soon as Wang Zelin finished speaking, the flashlight underneath also lit up.
Since it was a home game, even though they lost, most of the reporters present were from media close to the Trail Blazers. During the entire interview, Wang Zelin did not encounter too much difficulty.
the other side.
The Mavericks' post-game interview was also a joyful one.
"Dirk, first of all, congratulations on your victory! Also, do you have anything to say about scoring 42 points on Wang Zelin tonight?"
"Being able to beat the Trail Blazers is undoubtedly a gratifying thing, but I think the biggest reason why we won tonight is not because I scored the so-called 42 points, but because I The silent dedication of our teammates and the concerted efforts of everyone allowed us to win this precious victory."
Nowitzki's speech was as humble as ever. He neither chose to belittle his opponents, but also gave his credit to his teammates, showing his leadership qualities.
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Everyone in the outside world is paying attention to this defeat of the Trail Blazers. This season, every move of Wang Zelin and the Trail Blazers will become the focus of attention of all media and fans.
So much so that even what Wang Zelin ate before the game and where he went to celebrate after the game became popular news.
Since March, when the Trail Blazers lost their fourth game, they quickly occupied the front pages of major websites and newspapers.
If I remember correctly, before March, the Trail Blazers only lost three games for most of the season, but they lost four games this month, which is really surprising.
"Four losses in a single month, the myth of the king is finally over!"
"The Trail Blazers suffered their seventh defeat of the season. Do they really have the ability to challenge the Bulls' great 72 wins?"
"If the Trail Blazers lose, the Warriors may become the biggest winner. They have the best comeback moment of the season!"
"Failed but still great? Count down the many historical records set by the Trail Blazers this season!"
Although they lost to the Mavericks and suffered their seventh defeat of the season, as the newspaper said, the greatness of the Trail Blazers still cannot be concealed.
With 12 games left before the end of the regular season, the Trail Blazers have achieved a record of 63 wins and 7 losses. Looking at the entire history, no team can create such a myth.
Even the arrogant dynasty Bulls back then were never this good.
This Trail Blazers team is well matched from the bench to the coaching staff. But in terms of personal abilities, the three core players Wang Zelin, Aldridge and Lillard are all All-Star players.
Although the Trail Blazers have always focused on team play, and the three core players were all obtained through the draft, so they have not been dubbed the "Big Three", but if we really talk about it, the current lineup of the Trail Blazers
It is also the standard "Big Three" configuration that is quite popular in today's league.
Therefore, the Trail Blazers still have the qualifications to hit unlimited possibilities.
As long as the Trail Blazers win the remaining 12 games, they can tie the Bulls' 72 wins in 1996; if they win one more game, they can create a new franchise that belongs to the Portland Trail Blazers.