Chapter 1688 Christmas Eve Tragedy, 30-Game Winning Streak Legend
James' outstanding performance of 9 points and 3 rebounds in 4 minutes proved that he is still one of the league's superstars. Barnes, who was guarding him, failed to pose a threat to James in 4 minutes. It was James' efforts that allowed the Lakers to The Death Five could not continue to expand their advantage on the court. Even if Ji Feng made two consecutive three-pointers, the point difference was still maintained at around 13 points.
The Heat still had the ball, and James implemented his own style of play as always. Wade quickly passed the half court with the ball. James rushed up and knocked away Barnes. His huge arms made Barnes look very thin.
He also used this gap to receive Wade's pass. If Ji Feng received the ball in this position, he would basically throw it away directly, and the hit rate is guaranteed. But James can't, he must rush inside!
He did the same thing, catching the ball and knocking Barnes away before heading inside. His ferocious expression told people how much power he exerted!
However, Bosh Haslem had just reached the three-point line at this time. The only people inside were Ji Feng and Artest who had already returned to defense. Artest made up the defense and withstood the first hit with a chest that was not afraid of death!
This move is crucial. Most teams in the league died because of James' first move. Artest is one of the few players who can withstand James' move alone. This directly prevents James from hitting the basket. Then Ji Feng's defense was in place!
James, who was about to squeeze Artest away, was directly blocked by Ji Feng's big block!
"Oh ho~! Beautiful block! Ji Feng blocked James! The Lakers counterattacked!" Barkley bumped on his stool twice and shouted excitedly.
Sure enough, the two strongest defenders of James are so exaggerated on the same team!
The Lakers counterattacked very quickly. Barnes got the ball and released it within one second. Blake caught the ball and dribbled across half court, directly assisting Kobe for a layup!
James's consecutive scoring momentum was ended, and the Lakers made a fast break counterattack. The point difference once again returned to 15 points, which was also the largest point difference for the company tonight.
But this is not the most desperate thing. The most desperate thing is that the Lakers once again made substitutions and adjustments. Bynum, who had been training for almost a quarter, Gasol returned to the team, and Ji Feng returned to the third position and played outstandingly. Artest and Barnes took a break.
Miami's commentator finally breathed a sigh of relief: "The Lakers replaced their forward-less lineup and returned to the normal lineup. This may be a good thing for the Heat. The Lakers' forward-less lineup is too flexible. They made the Heat unable to perform. With our own tactics, we can only rely on James' constant singles to prevent the score from being infinitely widened. This time around, the Heat should seize this opportunity to return to positional battles!"
However, this scene made Heat coach Spoel Scola despair...
His own family knew his own affairs. Looking at Haslem and Bosh who were panting on the court, Spoelstra knew that he had completely fallen into Zen Master's routine!
Jackson first put on a forwardless lineup, which made the Heat think they had the advantage inside. However, in actual operation, Bosh and Haslem not only failed to play their due role, but were dragged down by the Lakers' crazy speed. For 8 minutes, Bosh only scored 4 points. Haslem was even more embarrassed, not scoring a point and touching the ball only 2 times.
Even if the offensive end is disappointing, they have no chance to do anything defensively because the Lakers don't play inside and all their scoring comes from shooting.
Ji Feng, Kobe, Artest, and even Barnes were unable to parry the shots. They had no way to limit them!
If you come back ten years later, you will understand how advanced the Lakers' tactics are. It's no wonder that the Heat have no solution. After all, this is a tactic that transcends this era, relying on the Lakers' strong shooting ability and outstanding performance. With their defensive and offensive capabilities, the Lakers gave the Heat a vivid tactical instruction lesson.
And that's not all yet!
When the Heat finally rejoiced that the Lakers had returned to their normal lineup, the Heat's two main insiders had been worn out. They had already consumed a lot of physical energy by running back and forth. When Gasol and Bynum had the twin towers of physical energy, Returning to the court with energy, any fool knows what will happen.
In the last 2 minutes, Heat fans once again suffered torture. Bosh was knocked down by Gasol inside. Haslem's originally dominant footwork was played by Bynum. A wonderful folding step allowed Haslem to Losing face…
The breakthroughs of Ji Feng and Kobe made the Heat even worse inside. Bosh committed three consecutive fouls in the last 2 minutes and was directly replaced.
Fans joked that Bosh couldn't bear it anymore and took the initiative to apply for graduation!
Collapse is written on every Heat player's face.
The 22-point gap at halftime almost declared the death of this game...
In the second half, James and Wade looked determined and prepared to make a last-ditch effort. For the first ball, James did not separate the ball. He brought it over by himself and completed a dunk in one go!
Tomahawk chop!
James' signature move!
After that, James also singled out Ji Feng. Facing the frame, James used all his strength to stride into the paint and dunk successfully!
Although the peak season complained about James walking, the referee was unmoved...
Ji Feng could only spread his hands and said that the referee was awesome.
But this did not restore the Heat's decline.
James' two strong hits inspired Ji Feng's fighting spirit, and he also chose to hit James on the back!
Powerful collision and crazy tentative steps, he strode away from James on the right side and folded up in the air to reverse the blue!
"It's so exciting! This ball Ji Feng is so powerful!" Yu Jia applauded.
In the next round, Ji Feng not only completed the steal, but also successfully hit the back in the low post again. This time it was a classic fadeaway jumper. James could only watch the ball and sigh.
The confrontation between the two lasted for 3 rounds. Each of them only scored 6 points, and neither one lost.
But then, Ji Feng turned his back and passed the ball behind his back, assisting Kobe Bryant in the air. Then Kobe returned the favor and assisted Ji Feng for an alley-oop dunk.
Ji Feng's style is too wild. He is the only one in the league who can respond to James like this. He is the only one who can suppress James.
"JK is greater than James Way!" Lakers fans shouted the slogan at the scene.
And when Ji Feng dunked over Haslem for the third time, the Heat players knew that the situation was over...
89-65, the Lakers led by 24 points after three quarters.
The suspense was lost in the fourth quarter. James still stayed on the court and his scores continued to rise. However, the point difference slowly jumped from 25 to 35 points.
125-90, the Lakers defeated the Heat by 35 points at home, creating a huge tragedy on Christmas Eve.
"I hope the Heat will still be interested in having Christmas dinner when they return." Barkley spread his hands: "The Lakers are really cruel!"
And Smith is focusing on 30 consecutive wins!
"Let us congratulate the Lakers. They became the second team in history to win more than 30 consecutive games in a single season! This is a battle worth remembering forever!"