Chapter 1452 Rocket Changed Beyond Recognition

At the end of the game, the Clippers' soldiers were ashen-faced. Griffin, who was lying on the hospital bed watching the game, couldn't believe his eyes. He scored 57 points, only 60 points in a single game. In such a game, he couldn't believe it. I can’t remember the last time I saw him. Is this his home team?

Griffin has a little doubt about his future...

But he immediately became full of fighting spirit. Bad teams sometimes have opportunities for rookies!

There is nothing to say from the data. Kaman was the only one on the Clippers who scored double figures, 10 points, which was just right. The others were soy sauce men. You can’t tell who played on the court by looking at the data. Byron David Si was even more embarrassed not to score a single point.

The data list is completely dominated by the Lakers. Six Lakers scored in double figures and all 12 players appeared on the court. The highest scorer was Bynum. He had a lot of fun and scored 27 points and 10 rebounds in 32 minutes of playing. , Gasol had 15 points, 6 assists and 6 rebounds, and the Twin Towers played well.

Ji Feng only played 24 minutes, scoring 18 points, 10 assists, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks and 2 steals. Kobe also only played 23 and a half minutes, scoring 16 points and 4 rebounds. Artest had his best game since joining the Lakers. In 20 minutes of playing time, he scored 16 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 steals. The other player in double figures was Farmar with 11 points.

The Clippers have completely become the Lakers' experience baby.

With a huge score difference of 61 points, the Lakers beat their rival Clippers in the same city. The Lakers have basically locked in the record for the largest score difference in a single game this season. At the same time, the Lakers also won their first four consecutive games and ranked first in the Western Conference.

The Western Conference has not had a smooth start to the year. Compared to the Eastern Conference, which still has three undefeated teams, only the Lakers have maintained an undefeated record in the Western Conference.

However, the Lakers immediately encountered a test. After beating the Clippers, the Lakers immediately flew to Texas to face the Rockets, the once strong Texas team!

The matchup between the Lakers and Rockets has always been the most watched matchup in China. It can be said that there is no other matchup. After all, it is the most watched Chinese derby. The appearance of three Chinese players, Yao Yao, Ji Feng, and Sun Yue, on the court last season was even more exciting. Let the confrontation between the Rockets and the Lakers become a classic.

This game was also the Lakers' first back-to-back game this season, but the Lakers players seemed very relaxed. In addition to the low physical exertion in this game, it was also related to the decrease in the overall strength of the Rockets.

The Rockets were undoubtedly a surprise last season. They passed the first round for the first time in the new century and even defeated the eventual champion Lakers. Especially overall, the Rockets were the best team against the Lakers last season. , no one else, this undoubtedly gives Rockets fans better expectations for the Rockets this season.

However, things didn't go as planned. This summer, the Rockets were completely defeated in the free market!

Artest's departure is the first to bear the brunt. Artest played a major role in making it past the first round last season. He is not only the Rockets' second scoring point, but also the best outside defender. He also brings a long-lost hardness to the Rockets. , his departure greatly reduced the Rockets' strength.

Although they brought in Ariza as Artest's replacement, everyone knows that Ariza and Artest are still two levels of players. Not only are their offenses incomparable, but their defense is also one level behind.

After losing Artest, they then lost Uncle Mu, who finally chose to retire this summer, and the league has never wavered its finger since.

Then there are injuries. Needless to say, Dayao's surgery is very successful, but it will take about 4-6 months of recovery time. Whether he can catch up with the regular season this season is still unknown. The most important thing is that Tracy McGrady is back. hurt………

McGrady fell on the court again in the second game of the season. A serious back injury cast a shadow over his career. It is still unclear when he will return this season. There are rumors that the Rockets senior management has lost touch with him. Confidence, wanting to trade him before he completely loses his trade value.

Trades, injuries, retirements…

Who knows what the Rockets went through this summer.

Under such circumstances, the Rockets had to use a large number of newcomers, and the Rockets had to trade as many as three rookies as supplements to the team.

So when Ji Feng walked onto the familiar Toyota Center court, standing in front of him was an almost completely unfamiliar team.

Center Landry, power forward Scola, small forward Ariza, shooting guard Budinger, point guard Brooks Battier, and Hayes were on the bench.

For Chinese fans, most of them are acquaintances, but the strength is not the same as last season.

The first three games proved this. Although the Rockets played very hard and Adelman has always emphasized that they will not give up this season as the outside world said, the record of one win and two losses in the first three games reminded people that this is only The Rockets are completely different.

"Fans are welcome to watch the showdown between the Lakers and Rockets on time. This is also the first Chinese Derby without Dayao, and today's Rockets are not as strong as before. Compared with last season, the Rockets have replaced 4 starting players." Yang There was regret in Yide's tone. After all, Dayao was still injured. This is something that every Chinese fan who is used to Dayao appearing in the NBA is not used to.

But then he changed the subject:

"But fortunately, Ji Feng is still there, and the Lakers are still strong this season. We also hope to see Ji Feng and Dayao meet on the court again in the near future!"

That's right, without Yao, the Lakers became the only home team in this game. It can also be seen from the support rates of the two teams before the game. In the past, the Lakers only had a slight advantage, but this time the Lakers' support rate was as high as 92%, creating a new record. The Lakers have the best support rate against the Rockets.

However, the game still has to be decided on the court. Although there is a big gap in strength, the Rockets are playing at home after all, while the Lakers are playing home and away back-to-back games. Their physical strength will be tested, and the Rockets do not think they have any chance.

jump ball!

Landry's physical fitness is not bad, but his height is a flaw, and Bynum won easily.

It is said that Bynum basically follows the rules when it comes to fighting for the ball. When he encounters a weak player, he will abuse him, and when he encounters a strong player such as Warcraft, he doesn't force himself. The Lakers now do not rely on fighting for the ball.

But since the ball is in hand, there is no need to let it go. Fisher dribbles the ball. After Ji Feng receives the ball, he picks and rolls with Gasol. Gasol moves inside and Ji Feng reaches the ball...

Although Scola roared and tried to block it, Gasol's long arms made people desperate...

Two points open the situation!

The Rockets succeeded in a pick-and-roll singles by Brooks on Fisher.

The third grader Xiao Heidou finally became the number one scorer in the team, and it was all through hard work.

However, the Lakers grabbed the Rockets to play inside, and Ji Feng directly attacked Ariza. Ji Feng knew Ariza too well, and Ariza was directly shaken away by Ji Feng!