Against the Warriors, Lin Yu got another chance to start.
He acted as if he hadn't been sick at all the day before. He was very energetic and fierce. During the whole game, he faced single defense. Baron Davis only took 9 shots and hit 4 goals, with a shooting rate of 44.4%.
It's a pretty good hit rate.
But as the star player, he only took 9 shots and had only 4 assists. Baron Davis's overall performance was obviously not up to standard.
However, Jason Richardson, who was guarded very poorly by Lin Yu in the last game, broke out and scored 36 points on 16 of 24 shots. Comparing the two games not far apart, it immediately became clear that Lin Yu was single.
Prevention is more important.
Relying on Jason Richardson's explosion, the Warriors defeated the Celtics at home, completing a season doubleheader against the Celtics.
With 13 wins and 14 losses, after a losing streak, the Celtics' winning percentage suddenly fell below 50%, and Doc Rivers' situation suddenly became embarrassing.
After beating the Warriors, the Celtics stayed in the Bay Area to rest for a day. On the third day, they went to Sacramento to challenge the Kings away from home.
The Kings have a strong lineup on paper, with Brad Miller, Mike Bibby, Kevin Martin and Peja Stojakovic who have not yet been traded.
But their record is not very ideal, with 11 wins and 17 losses, far behind the lottery. Therefore, they are seeking a trade and want to exchange Peja for Ron Artest of the Pacers.
Without Artest, no one in the entire Kings could limit Pierce. He suffered defeats one after another and was full of anger. Pierce, who was rested and full of energy, took to the streets like a hungry wolf. He scored 33 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, leading the Celtics.
The Celtics finally ended their losing streak by defeating the Kings.
In this game, Lin Yu's personal score also rarely broke double figures. He hit 3 of 6 shots and 2 three-pointers. In addition, he made 3 of 4 free throws. He scored 11 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal.
This is a relatively comprehensive data for Lin Yu himself.
After beating the Kings, the Celtics then played against the Nuggets and Jazz. Against the Jazz, they were completely overwhelmed by the inside combination of Memet Okuga and Carlos Boozer, and Lin Yu mainly defended Deron Williams.
, it also failed to achieve very good results.
In this game, Lin Yu scored 7 points, 1 rebound and 2 turnovers, and the Celtics ended in a disastrous defeat.
When the Celtics arrived at the Denver Plateau, it was already New Year's Day in 2006.
At midnight, Lin Yu was stuck and made a call to Amber.
"Hello, Amber, Happy New Year."
"Happy New Year, Lin."
On the other end of the phone, Amber laughed. At this time, Lin Yu called, and she was very happy.
"Are you still on the road?"
"Yes, I just arrived in Denver and called you as soon as I got off the plane. Well, look at the time, it's exactly midnight. 2005 has passed and 2006 has arrived. This is our second year together."
"Haha, what kind of joke is this? But you are right. It is indeed the second year, but we were only together for nine days in the first year. Counting today, we have just been together for the tenth day..."
"..."
"Are you going back to Boston after the game tomorrow?"
"No, I'll probably stay in Denver for one night and then go back the next day."
"That's January 3rd. Then I'll leave tomorrow and wait for you in Boston."
On January 2, the last game of the Western Conference road trip, perhaps inspired by the upcoming arrival of Amber, Lin Yu directly unleashed his strongest fighting power.
Melo Anthony, who was on one-on-one defense, worked hard throughout the game. In the end, he made 7 of 25 shots and scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists with a 28% shooting rate.
On the offensive end, Lin Yu also made 4 of 7 shots, scored 2 three-pointers, and scored 12 points with two free throws. The score once again broke double, and the Celtics won this game.
Lin Yu has scored double figures in two consecutive games, and the improvement of Lin Yu's three three-point attributes has also played a role. His open three-pointers are more accurate, and he dares to shoot three-pointers against defense.
But so far, Lin Yu has not hit a three-pointer under defense. He only provides a threat from outside the three-point line.
And under the threat of Pierce, who is in improved form, Lin Yu, who partners with him most of the time, is always able to get good open opportunities.
After playing this game, the Denver team rested overnight. Early the next morning, the Celtics team headed back to Boston.
In the five consecutive Western Conference games after Christmas, the Celtics' record was 2 wins and 3 losses, and their overall record also became 15 wins and 15 losses, which is exactly 50% winning rate.
The Celtics are always in a dangerous situation, and the team's problems are always there, and Doc Rivers is irritated about it.
"That's it, Amber."
Lin Yu drove a Chevrolet car and parked in front of his apartment.
Amber got out of the car wearing sunglasses and glanced around: "Is this Chinatown in Boston?"
"Yes, I am Chinese, so Chinatown is my first choice place to live."
While helping Amber carry her luggage, Lin Yu explained.
A Chinese greeting came from behind: "Hey, Xiaolin, are you back with your girlfriend?"
I turned around and saw that it was Mr. Chen next door. Mr. Chen opened a Chinese supermarket in Chinatown and his family was well off. Therefore, he had a single-family apartment in this block with the same value as Lin Yu.
He and Mr. Chen have been neighbors for two years and have a pretty good relationship.
"Yes, I just came back today."
After saying hello, Lin Yu led Amber through the door.
"Look around, this apartment is probably the best house in Chinatown."
Amber walked around. The apartment was very large, with the upper and lower floors adding up to more than 200 square meters. The first floor was an open kitchen and dining room, plus a large living room, and outside the living room.
There is an outdoor swimming pool.
There are two small guest rooms on the second floor, a study room, and a master bedroom with an independent bathroom and a dressing room. The master bedroom has a floor-to-ceiling window, open the curtains, and the window faces Boston's famous Freedom Trail. The scenery
beauty.
This house was bought by Lin Yu after he signed a contract with the Celtics. It cost him more than 800,000 US dollars, making it the most valuable fixed asset in his hands.
Amber walked around and was very satisfied. She took the initiative to put her luggage in the master bedroom and hung her clothes one by one in the cloakroom.
While hanging, he also complained: "Hey, Lin, your taste is too bad, right? What is this?"
Lin Yu whispered back: "Polo shirt."
"The color scheme is too ugly. Where is this one?"
"Sportswear."
"Don't you have a suit?"
Lin Yu pointed to the corner: "There is a Thom browne."
"This is an entry-level model. It's too low-key. If it's a high-end party, you wouldn't be able to wear it. I think you need to update your dressing room. Take some time, Lin."
Amber stared at him closely, and Lin Yu counted with his fingers: "I'm afraid I won't be able to find time to go shopping in the past week."
After returning to Boston, the Celtics' schedule became two days and one game. It seemed that there was plenty of time, but Lin Yu wanted to concentrate on improving his three three-point shooting attributes to full potential, so,
He could only tell Amber that he had no time.
But seeing Amber's angry eyes, Lin Yu sighed and agreed to accompany Amber to go shopping in Boston after playing tomorrow's game.