Chapter 1741 Ji Feng’s Decision
"Don't force yourself, Ji Feng, I know your strength, but we are about to play in the playoffs. It is not rational to fight with them. 69 wins is enough, isn't it." Master Zen came over and patted Ji. Feng's shoulder said.
The current situation of the team has given Zen Master the idea of completely giving up the last game. Firstly, it can give the injured players longer recovery time to prepare for the first round of the playoffs. Secondly, they can just rest all the players in rotation. This way they lose the game. The ball also has excuses to make.
But Ji Feng obviously disagrees with this view.
"Coach, I know what you are thinking. Our recent state is indeed average. The team also has a lot of injuries. In order to prepare for the playoffs, we also took the initiative to rest and lose games. These are normal. This is the road to success. The only way to win four consecutive championships, I think we all know this.”
"However, now, the whole world is watching us. Once we lose, external public opinion will be enough to put double or even more pressure on us, and our playoffs will also bear greater risks."
"So coach, let me go, I promise, I will bring victory back!" Ji Feng said seriously.
This is the result of his careful consideration. Although he doesn't read much news from the outside world, with Hot Bar, he can know the domestic news every day, and this is the case in the country, let alone the United States.
Believe me, once they lose, the public opinion from the outside world will be enough to put a heavy burden on the Lakers. On the contrary, if they win, the momentum of 70 wins in four consecutive seasons will definitely be the biggest motivation for the Lakers in the playoffs!
Zen Master lowered his head and crossed his arms and thought for a while, then turned to look at the slightly gloomy atmosphere in the locker room. Having experienced four consecutive championships, he knew that the current Lakers are at a crossroads. Although they still have the championship on paper, It's an absolute league, but the game is not just about strength on paper. Momentum is indeed very important sometimes.
At this time, Kobe's words strengthened Zen Master's determination: "Coach Phil, I can rest, but let Ji Feng go. This guy always keeps his word. We need this victory, don't we?"
"Okay!" Zen Master clapped his hands: "Let's do it! The Denver Plateau is also our old background. Now they are very arrogant. It's time to let them see our strength!"
"Ji Feng, Gasol, Powell, Farmar, Blake, you five will start. Kobe, Fisher and Bynum will stay in Los Angeles. Believe us, we will bring victory back!" Jackson continued.
Ji Feng walked to the center and raised his hands: "1, 2, 3~!"
"LAKERS!~"
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On April 14, the NBA ushered in the final game. Among the first games in the Eastern Conference, the Bulls attracted the most attention. They defeated the Bobcats at home with a big score, and under Jordan's eyes, they once again reached 62 wins after 13 years. , 62 wins and 20 losses, the Bulls became the first in the Eastern Conference.
The Heat and Celtics also won the last game of the regular season. After winning, they did not return immediately. Instead, they found a place where they could watch TV because the last game of the season was about to start in Denver. !
However, most of them were not here to witness the Lakers win. Yesterday, at noon on the 13th, Jackson unexpectedly announced the five-man starting list for this game.
The three absolute main players, Kobe, Fisher, and Bynum, are out due to injuries and will stay in Los Angeles. Among the starters, only Ji Feng and Gasol have two strong points.
Of course, today's Nuggets are no longer the Nuggets of Anthony and Billups. In the middle of the season, before the All-Star Game, they also completed a big deal that shocked the league like the Magic.
The Knicks sent out Raymond Felton, Wilson Chandler, Danilo Gallinari, Timofey Mozgov, Anthony Randolph, and Eddie Curry for the first time in 2016 First-round draft picks, 2012 and 2013 second-round draft picks (from the Warriors) and $6 million in cash to acquire Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Sheldon Williams, Anthony Carter, Reynaldo Balkman, Corey Brewer.
The Nuggets sent Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Sheldon Williams, Anthony Carter, and Renaldo Balkman to get Raymond Felton, Will Chandler, Danilo Gallinari, Timofey Mozgov, Kosta Koufos, Knicks 2016 draft picks, 2012 and 2013 second-round draft picks ( from the Warriors) and $3 million in cash;
The Timberwolves sent Corey Brewer and Costa Koufos to get Eddie Curry, Anthony Randolph and $3 million in cash.
There is no need to record these tedious things. You only need to know that Anthony and Billups brought their talents to the East Coast. They and Stoudemire formed the new Big Three. The power of this combination needs to be verified next season, but at the beginning The Nuggets have disappeared into history.
In other words, this is a brand new Nuggets, and this matchup does not have the matchup between Ji Feng and Anthony.
But the Nuggets still cannot be underestimated. They have won 7 of the last 8 games, including the Spurs, Mavericks and the Eastern Eagles.
The recent five-game winning streak has made people seem to have forgotten Anthony and Billups. Although they may have missed the playoffs, they still play the role of giant killers.
This time, their goal is to defeat the Lakers and personally end the Lakers' legendary record!
"I have waited long enough for this day." JR Smith, his only acquaintance, said in the pre-game interview.
And Anthony, who was unhappy with the Nuggets, actually took the initiative to say that he would support his old club in front of the TV, which was really "deeply touching."
April 14, 8pm, one hour later than the expected start time.
Most of the games in the Eastern Conference are over, and I don’t know how many people are waiting in front of the TV, looking forward to the end of the Lakers dynasty.
Martin, Gallinari, Chandler, Felton, Ty Lawson, this is the starting lineup given by the Nuggets.
Looking back in five years, this is a pure garbage lineup, but now, it is surprisingly good.
At the beginning, they launched a 6-0 attack wave under the leadership of Felton. The three mid-range shots seemed to confirm people's assumptions:
Tonight will be the end of the legend.
However, at this time, Ji Feng broke out!
Dribbling, going forward, and shooting three-pointers!
Ji Feng helped the Lakers break their scoring drought.
Then, he blocked Gallinari's layup, dribbled to the frontcourt and took another probing step on the outside, swaying Chandler and making a strong shot in the air!
3+1!
Score in! Additional penalties!
Ji Feng looked up to the sky and roared.
With 7 points in a row, Ji Feng helped the Lakers take the lead!
This is Ji Feng's response, and this is Ji Feng's decision tonight!