Basketball's most talented forward is on the left

On April 14th, the final round of the 2010-2011 NBA regular season came to an end. The Knicks easily defeated the underdog Nets in the last game, completing a season sweep of the Nets and also using a victory to pave the way for them.

The ups and downs of the regular season came to a perfect end.

Zuo Li spent the last time on the court dribbling the ball. When the referee's whistle sounded, Zuo Li held the ball in his arms, looked up at the ceiling, and showed a relieved smile.

"The season...is finally over."

At this moment, the nerves that have been tense all season can finally relax temporarily.

At this moment, Zuo Li felt like he had just finished beating the boss of a AAA game. He was a little happy, a little sad, and also, probably, lost.

Looking around, the same was true for the teammates around him. There were no passionate celebrations, no excited shouts, no wanton hugs... but only relief and calmness.

D'Antoni did the same. With a faint smile, he hugged all the coaching staff, then walked into the court and high-fived the players one by one.

This does not seem to be consistent with their record, 71 wins and 11 losses, the second best record in history, the second team in history to win 70 games in a single season, and the team closest to the peak Bulls.

But perhaps it was precisely because they were so close to the bull that many people inevitably felt a little regretful at this moment.

One game difference, really just one game difference.

Moreover, they even had a chance to surpass the Bulls.

Therefore, you can even see tears in the eyes of fans in the stands, you can even see the regretful eyes of the staff, and the fans can even hear the commentators’ heartfelt remarks.

Barkley: "This may be the only time in my broadcasting career that I feel so regretful, even regretful because of winning."

Kenny Smith: "Give the greatest respect to the Knicks and Zuoli. They did not give up the last game because they had no chance to surpass the Bulls. Instead, they tried their best to win. Of course, I am a little sad about such a scene.

, this may be their best chance.”

A Smith: "I'm sorry, guys, I think I need to be quiet now, so I won't explain it for now, because I'm really sad, guys, I think you can understand my mood..."

Director Zhang: "I still have to congratulate the Knicks for their great season. Although regrets are inevitable in greatness, maybe they really tried their best."

Yu Jia: "I wish them better and better in the playoffs, and take our regrets with them."

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Yes, maybe the mood of 70 wins will be better than 71 wins. Although in terms of team record, 71 wins are greater than 70 wins, but because of the existence of 72 wins, 71 wins seem more regrettable.

Just like many black people gloating after the game: "71 wins are just the biggest losers after the Bulls!"

But in fact, for Zuo Li, there is very little regret, and there is not even anything to regret.

Many people believe that if it weren't for Curry's injury, the Knicks would definitely have a chance to surpass the Bulls this season.

Zuo Li does not deny this. The Knicks are very strong this season. Curry can not only provide stable three-pointers from the outside, but also open up space inside. At the same time, his ability without the ball is also very good, and he can

Perfectly matched with Zuoli.

However, injuries are always a part of competitive sports. No team can guarantee 100% that they will not be affected by injuries. The Lakers in 2008, the Celtics in 2009, and the Magic who fell in the Finals in 1989... too much

Too many teams are unable to perform as expected due to injuries. In this regard, the Knicks are lucky enough, so injuries are the reason for not being able to produce results, but it is not an excuse for regrets.

Moreover, Zuo Li can still see the gap between the current Knicks and the Bulls from the final stage of the game.

In the next few games of the 1995-96 season, the Bulls obviously let off steam and lost to the Hornets.

If Mr. Joe intends to create a mythical winning record, then it won't be as few as 72 wins. The minimum guarantee should be 75 wins.

The Knicks' 71 wins is considered to be an all-out effort. Of course, it is different from the Warriors who are completely struggling. The Knicks are doing their best to ensure a playoff spot, which is similar to the Bulls.

Therefore, the strength gap is also easier to compare. The current Knicks are definitely not as dominant as the Bulls back then.

Therefore, being able to achieve this record is already the current limit of the Knicks. This is the limit of hard work, so there is nothing to regret.

His emotion is mainly emotion. This season, he has realized the gap between the team and the historical super teams. This is not only not a regret, but also the motivation for him to continue to work hard.

So after the game, Zuo Li said at the press conference: "This season's regular season has just ended, but our season has just begun, and the Knicks' season has just begun. There is no need to regret, we are still young, and we will continue to work hard in the future."

There is still a lot to do.”

"But this is 71 wins! You are really just one step away from making history!" A young journalist sister couldn't help but stand up and said.

"We are already making history." Zuo Li spread his hands: "We won 67 games last season, 62 wins last season, and we have 71 wins this season. We are improving every season, and every step of the way.

It is our own history."

"Although it is definitely a lie to say that we don't want to surpass the Bulls, the first thing we have to do when surpassing others is to constantly surpass ourselves. Only by constantly improving and growing ourselves can we have the opportunity to touch the top heights in history."

"We are not good enough now, but I am only 21 years old and our team members are also very young. I believe that maybe it won't be long before your regrets will be solved by us."

"Wow……!!!"

Obviously, even the reporter did not expect that she would get such an answer, so the reporters at the press conference were shocked.

For another person, this is overestimating one's capabilities and being blindly arrogant. But the person who said this was Zuo Li. Zuo Li had just led his team to win 71 games. According to the past rate of Zuo Li realizing what he said, it would be difficult for reporters to do so.

Can’t look forward to the games in the next few seasons!

"Well! I'm looking forward to it!" The reporter's sister sat down happily.

The reporters in the audience were writing furiously, and they had to report Zuo Li's words completely!

And Zuo Li's words ignited not only the reporters, but the Knicks general who was originally a little regretful also rekindled his fighting spirit.

Zuo Li is right!

When the Bulls won 72 games, the Iron Triangle was at its peak. Whether it was later or before, the Bulls could not replicate their previous record.

The Knicks are still young. The core lineup is basically only 25 years old. Their peak period is far from coming. As long as they continue to work hard, they will make up for their current regrets sooner or later.

You are diligent, I am more diligent than you.

What are you using to catch up with me?

Zuo Li's words also made the head coach of the Nets next door wipe his cold sweat. This guy is really terrifying. Isn't this season over yet?