After the loss to the Mavericks, the Lakers still have a record of 10 wins ahead of the second-placed Rockets in the West, surpassing the first Celtics in the East by five wins.
Next in the home game against the Blazers and Kings, the three starters of Magic, Abdul-Jabbar and Worthy continued to miss the game.
Zhou Chen quickly returned after a break for a game.
In the first game, facing the strong attack of the Blazers, Zhou Chen single-handedly led the team, withstood the pressure, and bombed 39 points, 6 assists and 8 rebounds in the game, helping the team win 130-122 and ending the team's two-game losing streak.
The second game faced the Kings, and the Lakers played with only 8 players.
In this game, Zhou Chen still led the team single-handedly, but was targeted and wrapped by the opponent, 30 shots in the game, only 12 hits, cut 27 points, the Lakers experienced a double overtime battle, lost 120-133 at home.
In the first week after the All-Star Break, the Lakers only achieved a 1-4 record, and although Zhou Chen averaged 30.1 points, 5.6 assists and 7.8 rebounds per game, he still lost to Jordan in the Rookie of the Week selection.
This is also the second time this season that Zhou Chen has given up the position of Zhou Rookie of the Year.
The last time was back to when Zhou Chen was banned for beating.
Jordan led the Bulls to a 5-0 record this week, averaging 28.6 points, 7.6 assists, 9.8 rebounds and 3.2 steals while shooting 51.2 percent from the field.
He also beat Larry Bird to win the Player of the Week title for the first time in his career.
As a native of the United States, Jordan's excellent performance is obviously more sought after by local NBA fans.
Before the start of this season, Zhou Chen and Jordan were once known as the "peerless double" in the shooting guard position.
But for most of the season, Zhou Chen's performance has far left Jordan.
Let many people sigh with emotion: He Sheng Yu He Shengliang.
However, there are still some die-hard fans of Jordan who believe that Zhou Chen's performance is due to the fact that his team is the Lakers, and Jordan's environment is the Bulls.
So when Jordan won the best rookie and best player of the week for the first time in his career, the remarks about Jordan being stronger than Zhou Chen for a while were even more precious.
However, the final result of this statement will soon be officially revealed.
In the first game in March, the Lakers took on the challenge of the Chicago Bulls at the Great Western Forum Arena at home.
This is also the second meeting between Zhou Chen and Jordan this season.
Last time at a Chicago stadium, the Lakers solved the battle in just three quarters.
Zhou Chen's performance of 32 points in the whole game also beat Jordan's 28 points.
The scene of the two exploding each other at both ends of the offensive and defensive ends has been talked about by fans so far.
Although the records of the Lakers and Bulls are far apart, NBA officials and TV stations still decided to broadcast the game live across the United States.
After all, Zhou Chen and Jordan represent the flow of the new generation of the alliance today, and their popularity has even vaguely surpassed the showdown between Magician and Bird.
When people are used to seeing giant centers dominating the sport, the appearance of gorgeous style guards such as Zhou Chen and Jordan is like a light in the league, illuminating the original road of basketball to the dark.
And this game, the Lakers continued to choose to let the three main players rest, the reason given by the coaching staff is that in the face of a team of Chicago's level, there is no need for Magic and others to play.
With more than 20 games left this season, the Lakers have theoretically locked up playoff qualifications.
The consensus between the coaching staff and management is that in the second half, the main players should be properly rested and energy should be accumulated to prepare for the arrival of the playoffs.
The starting face of the Lakers in this game also looks extremely fresh.
Partnering with Zhou Chen in the backcourt is Michael Cooper, who is known as the Lakers' outside iron gate.
The small forward position is a veteran who has rarely appeared this season, Jamal Wilkes, nicknamed "Silk".
The interior is a combination of Kurt Rambis and McAdu.
On the Bulls side, except for Jordan, there are also some unfamiliar faces.
Orlando Ulrich, Steve Johnson, Duff Korsing, Ennis Witley.
This is also the most suitable set of Jordan's lineup for the Bulls after more than half a season of exploration.
The current Bulls are built entirely with Jordan at their core, but fortunately they have achieved good results, from last season's bottom spot, this season has almost reached the edge of the playoffs.
This game is irrelevant for the Lakers, but it is really crucial for the Bulls.
As long as they win the Lakers, they can enter the top eight in the East, and the hopes of making the playoffs increase a lot.
With the referee's whistle, the game officially begins!
McAduro's excellent bouncing ability snatched the ball from the Bulls center!
After Zhou Chen got the ball, he quickly advanced to the top of the arc in the front court!
Seeing this, Jordan directly took the initiative to defend Zhou Chen!
"Come on, brother! I've improved a lot defensively lately!
As he spoke, Jordan leaned down and patted the floor, then applauded himself.
The opening scene is a blood-pumping 1v1 heads-up!
The fans at home cheered and cheered for Zhou Chen!
Zhou Chen controlled the basketball with one hand, and held the wine gourd in the other hand and took a sip.
High-purity spirits make drunkenness rush to your heart instantly!
A cross direction, Zhou Chen directly held the ball to the 45-degree free throw line!
Jordan pressed closely, not giving Zhou Chen the slightest chance to break through!
Zhou Chen stood on his back and began to use his physical strength to push hard!
Vaguely, he felt the defensive pressure from Jordan.
It has indeed improved a lot, less than half a month after the All-Star Game, Jordan's upper body strength seems to have increased a lot.
Between the electric light and flint, Zhou Chen turned around and shook rapidly, pretending to break through from the right side!
Fooled Jordan's defensive attention!
Zhou Chen a divine dragon swing tail! Turn to a head-on blow!
Recline mid-range jumper shot!
Kick the ground and pull your wrists!
Textbook shooting posture!
A basketball arc like a rainbow!
"Ugh!"
Basketball through the net!
In Jordan's surprised eyes, Zhou Chen shrugged his shoulders and smiled slightly.
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