Chapter 972 can't wait
On the second day after the Seattle Supersonics eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers, the sixth game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Orlando Magic began. The Cleveland Cavaliers fell behind the Orlando Magic by 2-3. If they lost in this game, it means that the Supersonics' opponent in the finals is the Orlando Magic. If they win, the two sides will have to return to Cleveland's Speed Loan Arena for the seventh game confrontation.
Before the game, Stephen sent blessings to LeBron James and expressed his hope of a formal showdown with him in the finals. The main reason is to stimulate his competitive spirit and let him win this game well. As long as he can reach the seventh game, Stephen's goal will be achieved. Stephen will not care who will win in the seventh game.
Anyway, no matter who you face, Stephen has a psychological advantage. Among the two teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers have better defense and will be more difficult to play in the game. However, except for one LeBron James, the Cavaliers are not very strong. When they face the Cavaliers, the Supersonics have an advantage with a super luxurious lineup, but the scene will definitely be ugly.
The Orlando Magic's offense is better than defense, and their inside advantage is nothing, but once their three-point tactics are accurate, it will be terrible. However, for Stephen, it is not much. The Supersonics' defensive ability is still good, and the finals are also a series, and losing one or two games is no big deal. It is impossible for them to break out for seven games.
So if the two teams choose, Stephen still prefers to fight with the Orlando Magic. He always feels that the Orlando Magic is better bullying. However, when it comes to the Orlando Magic and the Cleveland Cavaliers, Stephen is more optimistic about the Orlando Magic. I don’t know what’s going on. Stephen is not afraid of LeBron James. The showdown between the two players with the closest strength will definitely attract a lot of attention, but Stephen always feels that if he fights LeBron James now, it will be a bit too bullying.
Stephen wanted to fight LeBron James, but he had to be evenly matched. Last time he was at the San Antonio Spurs, Stephen felt a little bullying. However, at that time Stephen and LeBron James had no relationship yet, so he naturally didn't feel anything. However, since the failure to recruit Stephen, LeBron James has not become an enemy like other people. The two still contact each other and can communicate with each other if they encounter problems. Of course, this has something to do with the two of them belonging to an agency.
No matter what, there is one advantage to LeBron James, that is, he has a good character and you don’t need to worry too much about dating him. Of course, Stephen is not that easy to cheat, but at least you don’t have to be too careful. Although the two people communicate most often through phone or email, or contact on Twitter or on death, he is indeed the one with Stephen’s most communication among all players. Of course, his teammates are not included.
The next day, Stephen and Yao Ming, Kupad, Sergi Ibaka, Kevin Durant, Russell Ibaka were sitting at Stephen’s house, eating popcorn and drinking drinks, watching the game. How to say, what can be done through is basically within the team’s long-term plan. As for the others, Stephen also invited them, but some people felt that it was not interesting, and some people were more willing to play by themselves, so only these people came.
Since it was at the Amway Arena, the Orlando Magic's home court, the Orlando Magic played very proactive from the beginning, especially Raf Alstom, who used his own ball control skills to constantly impact the Cavaliers' basket.
"How do I remember when he was on the same team with you, he rarely played like this." Stephen asked Yao Ming beside him. It is indeed rare to see Raf Alstom play like this when he was on the Rockets.
"I don't know, but the coach told him not to stick too much to the ball and get the ball as soon as possible." Yao Ming replied honestly. In fact, this is just a chat. Otherwise, what's the point of just sitting and watching the game? It's better to watch each other at home. There are so many people, none of them can't afford a big TV.
"Raf Alstom is a bit similar to Earl Watson. Although he does not have an advantage in physical fitness, he plays very hard both offense and defense, and rarely makes mistakes. He plays so aggressively, which is rare." Yao Ming thought for a while and added that after all, among so many people, he knows Raf Alstom the best. If Raf Alstom is still with the Rockets, he might not say that, but when he comes to the Orlando Magic, he will not have any moral pressure.
However, Russell Westbrook was a little unhappy when he heard it next to him, saying that Raf Alstom is similar to Earl Watson, and he has poor physical fitness but works hard. On the other hand, that is, he has good physical fitness but does not work hard anymore. People rarely make mistakes, so he makes many mistakes, but Yao Ming did not point directly at him and said, and he was embarrassed to say anything.
McBrown quickly made adjustments. The main point guard of the Cleveland Cavaliers happened to be the former Supersonics player Deronti West. The team was planning to rely on him at the beginning, but this guy's xing style was very problematic. After his contract ended, the team did not stay, but Deronti West himself still had the ability and soon signed a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers. At first, he served as the team's substitute point guard, but soon squeezed out the team's starting lineup with his own talent and sat on it.
Although in the Cleveland Cavaliers, the corner of the bell guard is basically similar to that of the Supersonics. The point guard is only responsible for dribbling through the half and does not need to organize anything at all, Deronti West did well at this time and was not out of line at all. If he had played like this, the Supersonics would not have given up on him.
"Dronti West looks calm and rarely makes mistakes, but there are some problems in his sympathy. Once he gets impulsive, he can't control himself. So if we are against the Cleveland Cavaliers, we can write on it." Stephen also pointed out from the side that he was sitting in the most zhongyāng position, Yao Ming and Kevin Durant sat on both sides of him, while the others sat next to him in a scattered shape, listening to the three of them talking.
"If we face Cleveland, I believe that as long as you can defend LeBron James, you will not be a problem." Coupard said while diligently handing the freshly squeezed fruit sweat to everyone. When he came to Stephen, he was even more master than Stephen.
"It's not that simple, and I'm more optimistic about the Orlando Magic. I think our opponent is more than 75% of the Orlando Magic." Stephen said calmly. There is nothing to hide from this thing, and there is no need to play a charlatan or something. Just say your own ideas.
"Why?" Kevin Durant asked strangely.
"The Orlando Magic's lineup is better, and their playing style is more mature. The Cavaliers rely on LeBron James alone in both offense and defense. It is a bit too risky to tie everyone's fate to one person. However, if our opponent is the Orlando Magic, our inside line should show off." After Stephen said this, Koopard and Yao Ming both laughed. Neither of them had anything to worry about Dwight Howard, the first center in the previous league.
Both of them are standing centers. Dwight Howard may be able to face others, but when they face them, they really can't stand up. They can't jump up while they can't stand up because you can't lower the plate and you can't exert force. So whether it's Yao Ming or Cooper, you have some careful experience in beating Dwight Howard.
"But their three-pointers are really hard to guard against. We will work harder on the outside at that time." Kevin Durant said from the side, and he was about to win the championship. Even if he was as quiet as Kevin Durant, he could not hide his excitement.
"Although I hope their two teams can play a few more games, I hope the finals will come soon, and I can't wait." Russell Westbrook also wiped his hands, looking very itchy.
Chapter completed!