I’m Really Playing Basketball

Although on the court just now, under the coaxing of Xiao Zhan, Chen Xiao pretended to be a big B in front of the Lakers fans and O'Neal, but pretending to be B is B. After pretending, you can't really be so angry.

Compared with other NBA stars who like to pretend to be inferior, Chen Xiao is still very sober.

There was a scene of "God is back" on the court just now, but when he returned to the locker room, Chen Xiao was hugging and thanking the Eastern Conference All-Stars who were preparing to pack up and leave one by one.

He is very approachable and has such high emotional intelligence that even the lonely little prince Ray Allen has nothing to say. When Chen Xiao hugs you with an innocent and cheerful smile, it is really hard for you to refuse.

Moreover, in this All-Star Game, Chen Xiao treated O'Neal so badly, which was worse than the assassins and Birds treated Jordan back then. This is something that everyone sees.

Bring 23 All-Stars to punish O'Neal.

This is simply the big brother taking the lead!

This kind of influence that responds to everything, even people like Ray Allen who don't want to interact with other people will look askance.

This is a manifestation of status in the world.

A person with such a status in the world can achieve this level, who can refuse his overtures?

And Chen Xiao is not just the kind of leader of the Eastern Conference who just hugs, but also greets, wishes, thanks, etc., and looks like an All-Star this time.

Well, Chen Xiao was really not polite at all. After O'Neal was usurped by him, Chen Xiao really took O'Neal's position directly.

After the All-Star Game, Chen Xiao killed O'Neal and directly took the position of the Eastern Conference boss.

Now I am busy doing what the boss should do.

As for Yao Ming, compared with last year's Atlanta All-Stars, his status and performance in the Los Angeles All-Stars this year have also increased a lot.

Of course, Yao Ming also knew that this was because he was protected by Chen Xiao. Otherwise, with his status and strength, how could he have suppressed O'Neal on the bench.

How could he score 20 points in the All-Star Game and become one of the most eye-catching players in tonight's All-Star Game?

Therefore, when Yao Ming came out of the locker room and was interviewed by Chinese reporters, it was clear that the protagonist in Los Angeles did not belong to him.

Yao Ming said: "Don't talk about one of the protagonists. There is no such thing as one of the protagonists. This time in the Los Angeles All-Stars, there is only one protagonist, and that is Xiao Chen. And I just hope that I can enjoy the game. Xiao Chen really made me do it." at this point."

As for Chen Xiao finally becoming the MVP, Yao Ming first expressed his congratulations to him: "But when the next All-Star Game is held in Miami, I think the MVP will be between me and Wade!"

Compared with last year's All-Star Game, there were far fewer reporters surrounding Yao Ming this year.

As for the reason, everyone understands it tacitly. Although Yao Ming and Chen Xiao are good friends, they are both Chinese players. Their resources are shared. Whoever is stronger will get more resources.

Although Yao Ming has been improving and has become one of the most dazzling All-Stars this year, it is also true that the gap between him and Chen Xiao is constantly widening.

Chen Xiao's progress and growth are really too fast.

It's so fast that it feels like riding a rocket.

There were fewer reporters around, and reporters' questions were not so noisy, but rather intermittent. Yao Ming yawned while answering questions.

Taking advantage of the neutral position, taking off his jersey and putting on formal clothes, Yao Ming looked very tired.

"Are you not tired? I ran on the court for 30 minutes today, and the Heat will train tomorrow. When I think of this, I feel very tired. Moreover, starting from tomorrow, I have to fight for real." Yao Ming said. sigh.

General manager Pat Riley's training style is exactly the same as that of his teacher Adolph Rupp, the godfather of the University of Kentucky and known as the "Devil Coach" in the NCAA.

Pat Riley has a devilish demeanor in the Heat.

However, judging from Yao Ming's current situation, Yao Ming's mentality is still very good. He is waiting for Wade's opening and is depressed when he sees that Kirilenko only scored 2 points and 1 rebound in his first All-Star game. , Yao Ming also comforted him: "It's not a big deal. It was almost the same when I played in the All-Star Game for the first time."

Being comforted by Yao Ming, Kirilenko was a little flattered. After all, he got encouragement from a big boss.

He, a player who doesn't know whether he will be able to make the All-Stars next time, will indeed be very excited to receive such encouragement from the big boss. What Big Yao means is that he will have a chance in the future, so he means to cheer him up.

This made Kirilenko, who had been depressed for a long time, instantly feel a lot happier.

The scene of Yao Ming comforting Kirilenko and making Kirilenko feel flattered was witnessed by the Chinese reporters nearby.

"Dayao not only improved a lot in terms of strength, but also began to gradually integrate with the NBA and win his new position. This seems to be more important than performance."

Back to Chen Xiao, the last Eastern All-Star teammate Chen Xiao said goodbye to was Wade.

With the end of the All-Star Game, the NBA regular season is about to come to an end and sprint.

I don’t know when we will meet again this time.

"Chen, take care."

"The same to you."

After Wade hugged Chen Xiao reluctantly, he looked at James standing behind Chen Xiao, and finally left the Eastern All-Star locker room gritting his teeth in his heart.

After Wade left, only Chen Xiao and James were left in the Eastern Conference locker room.

"Xiao Zhan, let's go too, they have been waiting for a long time."

Chen Xiao said to James with a smile, and James also showed a very excited smile on his face.

He started in the All-Star Game for the first time, and got a near triple-double of 20+10+8 in his first start. To be honest, Xiao Zhan can't wait to be praised and worshiped by American reporters.

Although Chen Xiao and James already knew that they would be bombarded this time, when they actually appeared at the post-game press conference, they were still stunned by the overwhelming group of reporters. .

Of course, at the post-game press conference, in addition to those asking how James was doing in his first All-Star Game, or asking how Chen Xiao was feeling as the defending All-Star MVP, the question most asked by reporters was, tonight Is the big brother who wants to take the lead against O'Neal Chen Xiao?

In fact, reporters have asked this question to many people, but no one has an answer. Even the head coach of the Eastern Conference, Phil Jackson, has been asked by these reporters.

"I'm not focusing on Chan and Shaq. I mean, we can feel like maybe there are some issues, but as head coaches in the Eastern Conference, our job is to keep our focus on the ball. "

I have to say that what Phil Jackson said was so high-level, it is the same as not saying it.

But Phil Jackson really can only say this.

In this All-Star game, the whole world can see that the 23 All-Stars from the East and West are messing with O'Neal under the noses of Lakers fans. This is too blatant.

O'Neal was indeed screwed, no one could deny this, and he wasn't blind.

But, you really can’t tell anyone about this big brother who takes the lead.

Because, for those outstanding players on the court, everyone wants to be the protagonist. Chen Xiao finally became the protagonist, but before Chen Xiao, in the first 45 minutes of this game, Carter scored the most points. This O'Neal Nets teammates.

Everyone knows that the All-Star MVP always scores the most points for the winning team.

In other words, Carter almost became the protagonist.

It can't be said that Carter took the lead in messing with O'Neal, right?

Everyone took turns to have some relationship with O'Neal. The first person to do it was indeed Chen Xiao, but the one who did it the most ruthlessly was Carter. The ones who were most beneficial to O'Neal were the Western Conference, Kobe Bryant and Garnett Kidd. Chen Xiao also He is a fan of Kobe Garnett and a follower of Kidd.

You taste it, you taste it carefully.

Even if O'Neal said directly after the game that the person who messed with him was Chen Xiao, these reporters would not believe it.

"Chen, are you really the big brother Shaq mentioned?"

When the Los Angeles reporter asked this question, he did not expect Chen Xiao to answer directly.

After all, O'Neal's status in the NBA is still very high. Doing this and actively admitting it are really not the same concept.

Even if O'Neal thinks you are, as long as you don't admit it, it doesn't matter.

Therefore, when the Los Angeles reporter asked this question, he did not expect Chen Xiao to answer.

However, what happened next shocked the reporters at the scene.

"Do you believe I was the one who took the lead on Shaq?"

"Chen, I just raised my question. I didn't say you were the big brother who took the lead."

The blond white female reporter from Los Angeles who was asked by Chen Xiao with a smile looked at Chen Xiao elegantly and said.

"Really, this does seem to be whimsical and far-fetched, and I really don't look like the material to be a leading brother who can mess with Shaq. I'm just a second-year young player, and my qualifications are this time One of the shallowest among the All-Stars, I still have a big boss on my head, but the fact is..."

"I am the big brother you are looking for."

After Chen Xiao finished speaking with a smile, everyone except the beautiful blonde reporter from Los Angeles stood up with a roar.

Looking at the smiling boy on TV, O'Neal gritted his teeth and clenched his fists.

This guy actually admitted it!

"We'll see!"

At the post-game press conference, Chen Xiao very generously and directly admitted that he was the one who took the lead in messing with O'Neal in this All-Star Game. This news instantly became the hottest news on the Internet in the United States and even the world.

O'Neal's All-Star game was so miserable this time. If he were a player who wanted to retire like Jordan, he would have no choice but to swallow his anger.

But O'Neal is not only still at the top, he is also recognized as the most dominant player in the NBA, the number one player, and he also has a lot of weapons in his hands.

The power is extremely huge.

More importantly, the Nets led by O'Neal are now ranked first in the Eastern Conference, while the Cavaliers happen to be eighth in the Eastern Conference.

The Cavaliers are in the Nets' trap.

Under such circumstances, Chen Xiao actually regarded O'Neal and the Nets as nothing and admitted that he was the leader of O'Neal this time. This is really incredible.

"'The fact is, I am the big brother you are looking for to take the lead.' These words are so domineering!"

"Although the Wonder Boy said these words very calmly, with this tone and this smile, he was facing the threat of Shaq and the Nets. What he said with such calmness and smile is definitely the best I have ever seen. One of the most domineering responses!”

Chen Xiao's response at the post-game press conference was still spreading around the world. At this time, Chen Xiao and Xiao Zhan had already boarded a special plane to New York.

After the All-Star Game, the next step is the final sprint of the NBA regular season. For the Cavaliers, which currently has a record of 29 wins and 24 losses, it is a sprint within a sprint.

The Raptors, seventh in the Eastern Conference, now have a record of 30 wins and 21 losses.

The Cavaliers, the eighth in the East, now have a record of 29 wins and 24 losses.

The Hornets, ninth in the East, now have a record of 28 wins and 24 losses.

The tenth Bucks in the Eastern Conference now have a record of 27 wins and 24 losses.

Except for the Raptors who are now chasing the 76ers, the current records of the Cavaliers, Hornets and Bucks are very anxious.

Originally, the Cavaliers had an advantage, but the two-game losing streak against the Nets and Timberwolves before the All-Star Game wiped out the Cavaliers' lead.

Although still in the eighth position in the East, the losses of the three teams are the same.

This is somewhat unclear.

Although the Cavaliers have passed the devil's schedule, the pressure is still great.

The Cavaliers' first game after the All-Star Game was an away game against the New York Knicks.

This is the beginning of the Cavaliers' four-game streak after the All-Star Game.

Knicks, Bulls, Magic, Rockets.

Except for magic, nothing else is too strong.

Except for the bull, the others are not very weak.

Therefore, this four-linker is not very devilish, but it is not that easy either.

When Chen Xiao and James returned to the team, all the Cavaliers players who had been on All-Star leave before were already in place.

This All-Star break is a vacation for the veteran veterans of the Cavaliers, so after returning from vacation, some of these people have a little belly.

But for these young players of the Cavaliers, this All-Star break is an opportunity to recharge.

They played more than 50 games in the first half of the regular season. What kind of gains they have gained can be absorbed and digested in this half week.

This is very important for these young players.

In the history of the NBA, many rookie players rely on the All-Star break to break through their rookie wall.

Of course, it is difficult to empathize with players like Chen Xiao and James who have no rookie wall.

"Xiao Chen, our partners in justice, they are in a very good mood now."

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In addition to physical and technical recharging, this holiday also allowed them to recharge mentally. After all, the Cavaliers lost 11 of the past 20 games.

Although they have gotten over it now, they still suffered a lot of mental trauma.

After Chen Xiao and James returned to the team, they found that their partners are now in good condition, which is something to be happy about.

This will take a lot of pressure off them.

Therefore, in this four-game away game, in addition to losing to the Magic, the Cavaliers won the other three games.

The Cavaliers' role players performed well in these four games. On the contrary, James' offensive status in these four games was average, and some of them failed to recover from the crazy dunks of the All-Stars.

Although the Eastern and Western All-Stars played very excitingly, the intensity of the game was really not as high as in the regular season. In the All-Star Game, there was no dunk by James.

He even completed a dunk from the free throw line in actual combat.

However, in the regular season, it is difficult for him to have such an opportunity.

Even against a less strong team like the New York Knicks, James' defense is better than when he was in the All-Stars.

Therefore, he needs to change his offensive style.

Of course, although Xiao Zhan's offensive status in these four games is not good, his assist status is still very good. After all, Chen Xiao's offensive status in these four games is very good. Except for playing the Bulls, his shooting percentage in the other three games has exceeded 50 %.

Also because Xiao Zhan's offensive condition is not good, Chen Xiao needs to attack hard in these four games.

Therefore, all four games scored 30 points. The lowest score was 34 points against the Magic Bulls, 39 points against the Knicks, and 37 points against the Mosaics.

After the mosaic, the Cavaliers returned to Cleveland from Texas on February 26 and faced back-to-back home games against the Western Conference powerhouse Dallas Mavericks.

The five-star Mavericks led by Nowitzki, Antoine Walker, Finley, Jamison, and Grant Hill were somewhat defeated by the Cavaliers.

Even if Grant Hill isn't playing, the Mavericks' offense is quite strong.

The Dallas Mavericks are not playing well this season, not because of their offense. They averaged 106 points per game this season, which was even better than last season. Last season, they were one of the strongest offensive teams in the NBA.

The five-star Mavericks have a poor record this season, mainly due to their defense. They have lost an average of 100 points per game this season.

They only gave up 95 points per game last season.

When playing against the Mavericks, if your offense is not that strong, you will suffer a lot.

Because of defense, it is really impossible to guard against.

The Cavaliers still have too few people who can attack.

Chen Xiao, James, and Crawford are just three players with stable offensive capabilities.

Although this game is a back-to-back game for the Cavaliers, Chen Xiao, Crawford, and James are in good offensive condition.

Chen Xiao made 15 of 26, 4 of 9 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws, scoring 39 points. Crawford made 8 of 19 and scored 20 points, while James made 10 of 21 and scored 30 points.

The three of them scored a combined 89 points in this game, which is already very good.

But except for Chen Xiao and the others, the others scored a total of 22 points. This is not bad, it is the normal level of the Cavaliers, but the key is that the Mavericks' offense in this game was a bit crazy.

In this game, 7 Mavericks scored in double figures and 4 scored over 20. In the end, they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-111 on the road.

After losing to the Mavericks at home, the Cavaliers welcomed the Spurs at home on February 28.

This is the first time Chen Xiao has met Luo Ge this season.

Chen Xiao was very interested in this match with the brand new Brother Luo.

In this game, he finally met Luo Ge, who was called the 'stuck version' of Jordan by fans and the master of 'circling'.

Chen Xiao played with Jordan's fadeaway, the genuine Jordan fadeback, which is based on super wingspan, big hands, jumping strength, balance and flexibility and other attributes.

As for Luo Ge, his wingspan and hands are not lacking, but he does not have such strong jumping, flexibility, balance and other attributes.

Without such strong physical attributes, there would be no way to have such strong ability to stay in the air and resist interference.

Under this circumstance, under the guidance of Popovich, Luo Ge developed another beggar version of Joe's fade that was completely different from Kobe's, known as the circle fade.

Using his ball control and ball IQ, he dribbles the ball in circles, stuns the defender, and then takes a backward shot.

This move is very suitable for a player like Luo Ge who has extremely high dual intelligence and excellent ball control.

Xiao Zhan, who faced off against Luo Ge in this game, now loves to dance so much that he was almost knocked unconscious by Luo Ge.

Although the Cavaliers defeated the Spurs 109-89 in this game.

However, Luo Ge scored 10 of 19 and scored 26 points.

Of course, Xiao Zhan himself shot 14 of 23 in this game, with 32 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists. He used the pick-and-roll to get rid of Luo Ge and rushed to the basket very happily.

However, after all, Xiao Zhan scored these points with the help of pick-and-rolls, which always feels a bit unsatisfactory.

Xiao Zhan seems to have some higher pursuits now.

I want to cover Arenas one-on-one like Chen Xiao did.

In this game, Chen Xiao made 13 of 26, 6 of 13 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws. He scored 37 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists, 3 steals and 3 blocks in the game.

Arenas on the opposite side made 9 of 28 and scored 21 points, which was quite miserable.

The crazy one-on-one between Chen Xiao and Arenas in this game was just like when Chen Xiao beat Kobe. However, Arenas obviously does not have the strength of Kobe now and was blown away by Chen Xiao.

"Xiao Zhan, if you want to be like me, you need to practice shooting. Otherwise, even if you retire, you won't be able to play a game like mine and you can only be a pick-and-roll king."

Chen Xiao is very satisfied with Xiao Zhan's pursuit.

But you kid, first change your habit of fishing for three days and drying nets for two days during shooting practice.

Although you are busy and have many social activities, it is understandable, but after all, you are a basketball player, not a businessman.

Chen Xiao still hopes that Xiao Zhan can spend more time on basketball.

Although Xiao Zhan now has too many interests tied to him.

Chosen Son, Son of America, these titles are not easy to come by.

You make 100 million and Kobe makes 50 million. This is not normal.

American capitalists’ money is not so easy to make.

Xiao Zhan is a smart person, Chen Xiao just needs to point it out.

Chen Xiao believes that Xiao Zhan will find this balance.

After this game, Luo Ge had a good time with the Spurs, which reassured Chen Xiao.

"Brother Luo, I believe you can become a greater player, greater than you think!"

After the game, Chen Xiao was full of confidence in Luo Ge.

Well, he is more confident than Brother Luo himself.

"Chen, what about me!"

you?

Chen Xiao looked at Arenas who looked unhappy and dissatisfied and smiled.

"The day Gilbert Mamba becomes a great player, he will become a great player."

"There are no weaklings in our Mamba Cult!"

Really!

Arenas was excited.

"So, Gilbert, come and celebrate the greatness of the future. Follow me and let's celebrate together."

"..."

The excited Arenas was instantly petrified.

After defeating the Spurs at home, the Cavaliers ended all their games in February.

In the single month of February, the Cavaliers achieved a record of 8 wins and 5 losses, which was a good record.

The Cavaliers are still ranked eighth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 33 wins and 26 losses.

The Hornets, who compete with the Cavaliers for eighth in the Eastern Conference, are now also 33 wins and 26 losses, while the Bucks have retreated a little bit to 32 wins and 27 losses.

The Bucks have opened up a little gap with the Hornets Cavaliers.

February is over and time has entered March.

The Cavaliers' first game in March was against the Hornets at home.

This game is very important for both teams.

The Hornets in the away game gave the Cavaliers a shock as soon as they came up.

Baron Davis and Jamal Mashburn made 6 of 6 in the first quarter. The two of them combined for 12 of 12 in the first quarter. It is really frustrating for a defensive team to play in such an offensive state. The Cavaliers were blindsided.

Under the leadership of Jamal Mashburn and Baron Davis who scored 28 points in the first quarter, the Hornets led the Cavaliers by 21 points 37 to 16 in a single quarter.

If this were to be replaced by the previous Cavaliers, it would have already collapsed.

In this quarter, Chen Xiao scored 14 points except for 6 of 11.

The other players of the Cavaliers scored 1 of 12 and scored 2 points.

The state of the Hornets in the first quarter was very amazing, the offense was hot, and the defense was equally hot.

The Hornets are indeed stronger than the Cavaliers. The last time the two teams met, the Cavaliers were able to defeat the Hornets mainly because Jamal Mashburn was not around and David Wesley was undercover. In this game, Byron's Davis was next to him. With the addition of Jamal Mashburn, the Hornets feel completely different.

Of course, even if the Hornets are stronger, the main reason for beating the Cavaliers like this in the first quarter is their state.

This team's offensive state in the first quarter was too strong.

15 of 19 in a single quarter, 4 of 5 three-pointers, not to mention the Cavaliers, Magic, Nets, Heat, whoever comes will die!

Fortunately, in the second quarter, Jamal Mashburn made 1 of 5 and Baron Davis made 1 of 6, proving that this Hornets are still a defensive team and their offense is quite unstable.

In the second quarter, the Cavaliers took advantage of the Hornets and pulled back a victory 29-22 in a single quarter.

In the third quarter, the two teams strengthened their defense after a half.

Under the defense of the Cavaliers, the Hornets made 6 of 18 shots and scored 18 points in a single quarter. The Cavaliers made 8 of 21 shots in a single quarter, and their shooting percentage was not high. However, the Cavaliers' Chen Xiao and James went crazy after the Hornets' defense strengthened. Cause damage.

Chen Xiao made 6 of 6 free throws in a single quarter, and James made 4 of 6 free throws.

Relying on the kills of Chen Xiao and James, the Cavaliers scored 28 to 18 in a single quarter, regaining 10 points.

At the end of the three quarters, the Cavaliers, who were 21 points behind, were 73 to 77, only 4 points behind.

In the fourth quarter of the game, the defense of both sides was upgraded again. In this quarter, the Hornets took 18 shots, and the Cavaliers had fewer shots, only 15 shots.

With Jamal Mashburn making 1 of 6 in a single quarter and feeling cold, Baron Davis stepped up in the fourth quarter and made 3 of 6 in a single quarter, 2 of 3 three-pointers, and 3 of 4 free throws. Scored 11 points.

Baron Davis had a great fourth quarter performance.

But unfortunately, the Cavaliers on the opposite side played more reasonably than the Hornets.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, 1 of 2, after missing the three-pointer, James, who was sure that his hand was not good, did not try as crazy as Jamal Mashburn, but tried his best to assist Chen Xiao. Don't take action either.

In the critical fourth quarter, the Cavaliers did not have any boss fights, and the whole team was creating opportunities for Chen Xiao.

15 shots were taken, 9 of which were by Chen Xiao. Chen Xiao made 6 of 9 in a single quarter, 2 of 2 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws. He scored 19 points in a single quarter.

In the end, under the leadership of Chen Xiao, the Cavaliers fell behind by 21 points and finally defeated the Hornets 104-100 at home.

After the Cavaliers defeated the Hornets at home, their record became 34 wins and 26 losses, while the Hornets became 33 wins and 27 losses. The Cavaliers finally established their record advantage once again.

In this game, as the main attacker of the Cavaliers, Chen Xiao made 18 of 33, 6 of 13 three-pointers, 13 of 15 free throws, scoring 57 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists.

Fifty-seven points in a single game tied Chen Xiao's career scoring record.

In addition to Chen Xiao, James made 6 of 16 and had a double-double with 19 points, 4 rebounds and 16 assists.

After the game, James led the league in assists with 10.3 assists per game, surpassing Nash.

Crawford scored 14 points on 6-of-11 shooting.

Opposite the Hornets, Baron Davis made 11 of 21, 6 of 12 three-pointers, and scored 34 points.

Jamal Mashburn made 9 of 24 and scored 23 points. After 6 of 6 in the first quarter, he made 3 of 18 in the next three quarters.

That's why Baron Davis looked so ugly after the game.

David Wesley is gone, and Jamal Mashburn is here again. I thought he was one of our own, but I didn't expect that he was the other party's undercover again.

After the game, Baron Davis was very envious of Chen Xiao.

He also wants to have a teammate like James. It doesn't matter if your score is poor, but can you not steal the show?

Look at James opposite!

Give me those six shots in the fourth quarter and our Hornets will win!

Baron Davis was dissatisfied.

But there is no way, if you lose, you lose.

The game between the Cavaliers and the Hornets is a game that involves two wins. It is very important, not only for the record, but also for morale.

This victory is obviously a good start for the Cavaliers in March.

And this defeat also put tremendous pressure on the Hornets in March.

And March is precisely the most important stage of the sprint.

On March 2nd, the Hornets played the Wizards in back-to-back away games. After an overtime period, the Hornets scored 62 points together, but were finally scored 8 points in overtime. The Hornets made 18 of 34 in the game and scored 48 points. Tuckhouse was destroyed.

When the Hornets lost again on the road, and one day later, the Cavaliers easily defeated the Hawks 112-80 at home, once again widening the record gap with the Hornets, the national media was already exclaiming.

Cleveland is coming!

"Shaq, Cleveland has a very big advantage in the competition for eighth place in the Eastern Conference this season. Your opponent in the first round may really be the Cavaliers and the Wonder Boy. What do you think?"

In Phoenix on March 3, facing the exclamation that Cleveland was coming, O'Neal faced reporters' questions after playing an away game against the Suns.

No answer, just a modal particle.

"snort!"

This modal particle is quite disdainful.